Bassist Marcus Mclaurine toured and recorded with Kenny Burrell and Clark Terry, among others, following a stint in the Air Force Marching Band. Master drummer Alan Nelson, is in high-demand for his intense energy and hyper-sensitivity. Alto saxophonist Joe Ford has earned a reputation for his work with the great pianist McCoy Tyner. Veteran pianist/composer Michael Cochrane has worked with Sonny Fortune and Eddie Gomez.