Zedric Teague was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1969, but at a very early age, he moved to Northern Alabama where his musical interests developed and influenced by his Southern Pentecostal upbringing. Despite the fact that his high school did not have a band program until his sophomore year, his talents were quickly recognized by the school's band director. As a result, he was often the featured soloist at various events.With only two short years of formal training on the saxophone, he was awarded a prestigious music scholarship to Alabama A&M University in 1987. As his music Zedric has said, "My music is a reflection of my ministry to carry the message of the soon coming savior."studies intensified, he continued to gain popularity and receive accolades for his musical accomplishments. In 1989 and 1990, he was given the rare honor to receive the J.O. Patterson Fine Arts for two consecutive years.

Although Zedric currently holds a Master of Science degree in Physics, specializing in Optical Physics and a Bachelor's degree in Physics from Alabama A&M University, his heart and soul are dedicated to his music ministry. The smooth saxophonist's love for his craft makes him a role model for many aspiring young musicians. He is well known for his sensitivity to the Lord's Spirit and people when playing, which often leads him to spontaneously create melodies that truly minister to those who hear him.

Zedric has recorded on several tracks from Ben Tankard's CD, Play Me in Your Key. In one of the tracks entitled, "You Bring Out the Best in Me," he plays with award-winning gospel artist, Yolanda Adams. His talents have been featured on Alabama State COGIC's Mass Choir's Have Thine Own Way, True Light COGIC's There is Hope, The United Voices of Praise's debut album Caught Up, The Controllers, and Ty Causey's Loop Holes and Spiritual Overflow. Kirk Whalum, David Curry of the Mississippi Mass Choir, Keith Pringle, Orlando Draper, and Eric Essex are just some of the artists with whom Zedric has performed. He has also had the opportunity to open for a number of artists such as Lionel Hampton, John P. Kee, and the Mississippi Mass Choir.

Despite Zedric's many accomplishments, he aspires to achieve higher heights in the music ministry by reaching a broader audience through his sophisticated but accessible style. Because Zedric's philosophy for playing is grounded in his commitment to the Lord, dedication to his art, and expectations for excellence in conveying his message, undoubtedly, he will set refreshing new standards in gospel-jazz.