On his MusicTaste release, Delight, Tsuzuki is accompanied by the talented musicians Yoshiro Nakamura (guitar), Toru Tsuzuki, Yasuharu Nakanishi (piano & keyboards), Takashi Oka and Toru Kase (bass), Kazunori Sato and Hideki Nakamura (drums).

Chris Minh Doky released Minh on Blue Note in 1998— his first solo album in eight years. It met widespread acclaim from both critics and audiences, propelling Doky’s international solo career to a new level. Doky’s work on Minh was brought to the attention of Danish pop/rock icon, Sanne Salomonsen, who asked him to work with her. In 1999, Doky produced her hit album, In a New York Minute, that reached double platinum sales and earned a Danish Music Award nomination. On his most recent CD, The Nomad Diaries, Doky showcases the result of his long-time exploration into Electronica. Inspired by the works of artists like Massive Attack, Bjork, Nils Petter Molvaer, Talvin Singh and Ryuichi Sakamoto (with whom Doky has been playing for years, and who is also featured on the album), Doky draws on both his production and bass playing skills to bring listeners an experience like no other.

Dori was born in 1943 in Rio de Janeiro to distinguished vocalist, Stella Maris. Studying music as early as 8, it was no surprise that Caymmi followed in his parents’ footsteps to success – ultimately going on to write, arrange, and perform with renowned musicians amongst the likes of Antonio Carlos Jobim, Quincy Jones, Dionne Warwick, Gilberto Gil, and Sarah Vaughan. Dori’s musical endeavors have been recorded on numerous major label recordings, provided the soundtrack for a number of plays, and appeared as the musical score for television shows and films.

With 11 solo albums to his credit, Dori Caymmi has secured his place as a staple in the world of Brazilian Jazz, recognized through 2 Latin Grammys and 7 Grammy nominations. Dori has performed his music at countless esteemed venues throughout Brazil, in the United States at theaters such as Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl, and in many of the large-scale European music events such as the Montreux Jazz Festival. No stranger to the television screen, Dori has made several television appearances in Brazil and beyond, even finding himself directing Branford Marsalis’ band on Jay Leno’s Tonight Show.

Dori’s efforts have been continually heralded, and in April 2010 Dori was honored with the historic medal -Comenda Tiradentes, the highest honor granted by the Legislature of Minas Gerais for his cultural contribution to the state. Immediately following, the Brazilian government bestowed Dori with the Ordem do Rio Branco, a medal celebrating his efforts to spread Brazilian music and culture around the world. The accolades have most recently continued with Dori’s latest album, Inner World, being nominated for two Latin Grammys under the categories of ‘Best Brazilian Song’ and ‘Best Brazilian MPB Album.’

With the blood of over 100 years of Brazilian musical history flowing through his veins, Dori Caymmi’s works and performances stand to represent the musical voice of Brazil. Experienced and dedicated, Caymmi continues to collaborate, produce and perform his music with the same passion that has marked his entire career.

Miyano was discovered by legendary producer Teo Macero, who is best known for his production of acclaimed albums by Miles Davis (Quiet Nights and Bitches Brew), and Dave Brubeck (Time Out). 

Miyano has toured as a sideman with The Boom, a popular band in Japan, and its leader Kazufumi Miyazawa co-wrote and sang on the song, “The Light Of Affection.” Miyazawa is best known for the International hit song “Shimauta,” the biggest hit single by The Boom which he composed. The Okinawa-influenced song subsequently became a big hit in Asia, South America and parts of Europe. 

Miyano’s excellent album Crystallized was recorded in 1997. It features 11 instrumental compositions, which were written or co-written by Miyano. These songs are elegant, graceful recordings that spotlight Miyano’s outstanding, acoustic guitar performances.

The group’s musicianship encompasses a wide range of compositions from beautiful ballads to dynamic uptempo numbers. With a contemporary sound, the band has been able to grab the attention of a new crop of Jazz enthusiasts.

Most recently, Jaja won the 2007 Best Fusion Album award for Blue Sky Blue.

In addition to his own personal success, Williams comes from a family of thriving entertainers—his father, John Williams, composed the scores for Star Wars, Jaws, E.T., and countless other monumental features, and his mother is Barbara Ruick, a celebrated musical actress.

Williams has recorded several solo albums, including the releases of Two Of Us, Smiles, and Tears, all of which feature Williams singing excellent cover versions of classic pop songs. This Fall marks Williams’ return to creating original pop/rock songs, reminiscent of Toto’s distinctive style. In fact, Williams co-wrote some of the new material with Toto members Steve Lukather, David Paich and Bobby Kimball. Williams also collaborates with top pop/rock producers, Jay Gruska and Richie Zito.

White has played with many of the greatest jazz musicians, including Joe Henderson, Woody Shaw, Gato Barbieri, Gil Evans, Jaco Pastorius, Miles Davis and Stan Getz.

Trained for 9 years in classical Chinese bamboo flute, for 7 years as a western-style vocal tenor, and for various years with other instruments including the cello, erhu, pipa, guanzi, piano, and percussion, Chan was exposed to many different sounds and approaches to his art. These elements are present in his music, and it is the wealth of these varied experiences that have shaped his musical endeavors to be multi-faceted, and at times, groundbreaking.

Chan’s contribution to the development of music and theatre in Singapore and across Asia is internationally recognized— with his shows gaining numerous accolades domestically and abroad. He has produced albums and songs for some of Asia’s top pop stars, including Tracy Huang and Andy Lau. His recorded work includes seven solo albums released under various labels. Albums such as “China Blue” (BMG), “Traveling Under The Light of the Full Moon” (HoriPro), and “Nature Boy” (HoriPro), have showcased styles in pop/adult contemporary to world music and Asian healing.

“Traveling Under The Light Of The Full Moon” is enticingly lyrical, captivatingly melodic, subtly exotic in its fusion of diverse instruments, and spiritual in the lightest, truest sense. Don’t be misled by the fact that he sings almost exclusively in the English language on Travelling Under The Light Of The Full Moon— this man’s heart rests gently with the Ancients of his heritage, even as he is driven to create music for the whole world.

His career has garnered great respect in the Latin Jazz world, allowing collaborations with Latin jazz staples such as Tito Puente, Carlos Patato Valdez, Johnny Rodriguez, and Andy Gonzalez. Nearly 40 years deep into his craft, Matsuoka remains highly relevant in the world of Latin Jazz.