Art Blakey was a renowned American jazz drummer and bandleader, best known for his innovative polyrhythmic style and his influential ensemble, the Jazz Messengers.
Coleman Hawkins was an American jazz saxophonist, known as the "Father of the Tenor Saxophone" and a pioneer in jazz improvisation.
Bud Powell was an American jazz pianist and composer, known for his virtuosic playing and innovative bebop style, influencing generations of jazz musicians.
Lee Morgan was a prominent American jazz trumpeter known for his innovative and soulful playing style that greatly influenced the genre.
Maynard Ferguson was a Canadian jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and educator known for his virtuosic playing and charismatic stage presence.