Members

“The Soul”

Jason Baker

Saxophonist

Band Leader / Logistics Manager 

A native Houstonian, Jason found his love for music and started playing the saxophone at age 8. He developed his soulful playing style by playing in the Summer Jazz Workshop and at Prairie View A&M University, where he minored in music. The consummate performer, Jason brings emotion, dancing and crowd participation to the band’s performances.

“The Sound”

Dwight Whorton

Keyboardist / Equipment Manager


Dwight is a music educator and arranger. Reigning from San Antonio, TX. He specialized in brass composition and piano at Prairie View A&M University and with a Mastered in Music Education at Texas Southern University. he firmly believes that music is the one thing that evokes different emotions. It is evident in his ability to switch different genres with ease. 

“The Rhythm”

Charles Tates

Drums / Percussion

Percussionist extraordinaire, Charles, aka “Chucky”, has played in stage and jazz bands at Prairie View A&M University. A consummate professional, Charles is quite often seen fine tuning his drums to a point that only a master percussionist understands. Charles has a drumming style that illuminates the way the band seamlessly floats between different genres of music.

“The Foundation

Jerryd Mitchell

Bass

Jerryd is the youngest of the crew but has an old soul when it comes to music. Playing bass in school jazz bands since age 10, his playing style is skillful, solid, and funky. As a bassist his favorite artist and major influences come from many genres, which are Marcus Miller, Jack Pastorius, Matt Ramsey, and Daric Bennett to name a few.

“The Ambience

Sheldon Scott

Percussion / Drums

Percussion extraordinaire, hailing from Missouri City, has been in the business of percussion over 45 years. The elder statesman of the group, Sheldon adds yet another dimension to our sound. Using a host of world percussion instruments, he changes the atmosphere and takes you on a journey you never knew you needed. His unique approach to all forms of music opens the mind and creates a vibe that enriches the soul.