Singer and pianist Diane Schuur was born in 1953, the same year that one of her heroes, Ray Charles, signed with Atlantic Records to craft the new sound of soul. Charles’ ingenious synthesis of gospel, jazz, blues, and country music would become his legacy and, for Schuur, a blueprint for possibilities. Along with 2012 Thelonious Monk International Jazz Drums Competition winner Jamison Ross and the Jazz at Lincoln Center All-Stars, Schuur pays homage to “The Genius” by performing some of his most revered works. Among those joining in the tribute is trumpeter Kenny Rampton, music director of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, who began his touring career at 21 with a nine-month stint in Charles’ band. Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Rose Theater, Time Warner Center, 10 Columbus Circle, Broadway at 60th St. May 20-21, 8 p.m. Tickets are $40.50-$130.50 at jazz.org.
