SettingsAmerican jazz pianists
Aaron Bridgers
Aaron Bridgers (January 10, 1918 - November 3, 2003) was an African American jazz pianist who moved to Paris in 1947.
Aaron Bridgers (January 10, 1918 - November 3, 2003) was an African American jazz pianist who moved to Paris in 1947.
Aaron Goldberg
Aaron Goldberg (born April 30, 1974, in Boston, Massachusetts) is a jazz pianist based in New York City.
Aaron Goldberg (born April 30, 1974, in Boston, Massachusetts) is a jazz pianist based in New York City.
Ace Harris
Ace Harris (April 1, 1910, New York City - June 11, 1964, Chicago) was an American jazz pianist.
Ace Harris (April 1, 1910, New York City - June 11, 1964, Chicago) was an American jazz pianist.
Ahmad Jamal
Ahmad Jamal (born July 2, 1930 as Frederick Russell Jones) is an innovative and influential American jazz pianist, composer, and educator.
Ahmad Jamal (born July 2, 1930 as Frederick Russell Jones) is an innovative and influential American jazz pianist, composer, and educator.
Al Haig
Alan Warren Haig Grange Rutan, Haig's second wife, challenged Haig's account in her 2007 book, Death of a Bebop Wife.
Alan Warren Haig Grange Rutan, Haig's second wife, challenged Haig's account in her 2007 book, Death of a Bebop Wife.
Al Tinney
Allen "Al" Tinney (May 28, 1921, Ansonia, Connecticut – December 11, 2002, Buffalo, New York) was an American jazz pianist.
Allen "Al" Tinney (May 28, 1921, Ansonia, Connecticut – December 11, 2002, Buffalo, New York) was an American jazz pianist.
Alan Chang
Alan Chang is an American pianist and songwriter, best known for his work with Michael Bublé.
Alan Chang is an American pianist and songwriter, best known for his work with Michael Bublé.
Alan Pasqua
Alan Pasqua (born June 28, 1952 in New Jersey) is a jazz pianist, educator and composer who co-composed the CBS Evening News theme.
Alan Pasqua (born June 28, 1952 in New Jersey) is a jazz pianist, educator and composer who co-composed the CBS Evening News theme.
Albert Dailey
Albert Dailey was an American jazz pianist.
Albert Dailey was an American jazz pianist.
Alex Hill (musician)
Alex Hill was an American jazz pianist.
Alex Hill was an American jazz pianist.
Alfonzo Blackwell
Alfonzo Blackwell is an American modern contemporary jazz saxophonist/composer/producer.
Alfonzo Blackwell is an American modern contemporary jazz saxophonist/composer/producer.
Alice Coltrane
Alice Coltrane, née McLeod was an American jazz pianist, organist, harpist, and composer.
Alice Coltrane, née McLeod was an American jazz pianist, organist, harpist, and composer.
Alphonse Trent
Alphonse "Alphonso" Trent (August 24, 1905 - October 14, 1959) was an American jazz pianist and territory band leader.
Alphonse "Alphonso" Trent (August 24, 1905 - October 14, 1959) was an American jazz pianist and territory band leader.
Alton Purnell
Alton Purnell was an American jazz pianist.
Alton Purnell was an American jazz pianist.
Amina Claudine Myers
Amina Claudine Myers in Blackwell, Arkansas; is an American jazz pianist, organist, vocalist, composer, and musical arranger.
Amina Claudine Myers in Blackwell, Arkansas; is an American jazz pianist, organist, vocalist, composer, and musical arranger.
Andy LaVerne
Andy LaVerne (born December 4, 1947 in New York City) is an American jazz pianist, composer, and arranger.
Andy LaVerne (born December 4, 1947 in New York City) is an American jazz pianist, composer, and arranger.
Anjani
Anjani Thomas is an American singer-songwriter and pianist, best known for her work with singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, as well as Carl Anderson, Frank Gambale, and Stanley Clarke.
Anjani Thomas is an American singer-songwriter and pianist, best known for her work with singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, as well as Carl Anderson, Frank Gambale, and Stanley Clarke.
Antonio Ciacca
Antonio Ciacca is an Italian-American jazz pianist, Instructor at the Juilliard School, and Director of Programming at Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Antonio Ciacca is an Italian-American jazz pianist, Instructor at the Juilliard School, and Director of Programming at Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Armand Hug
Armand Hug (December 6, 1910, New Orleans - March 19, 1977, New Orleans) was an American jazz pianist.
Armand Hug (December 6, 1910, New Orleans - March 19, 1977, New Orleans) was an American jazz pianist.
Armen Nalbandian
Armen Nalbandian (b.1978 in Manchester, England) is a jazz pianist, composer & humanitarian.
Armen Nalbandian (b.1978 in Manchester, England) is a jazz pianist, composer & humanitarian.
Art Lande
Art Lande (born February 5, 1947) is a jazz pianist, drummer, composer and educator.
Art Lande (born February 5, 1947) is a jazz pianist, drummer, composer and educator.
Art Murphy
Arthur "Art" Bixler Murphy was a classical and jazz musician, pianist and composer.
Arthur "Art" Bixler Murphy was a classical and jazz musician, pianist and composer.
Art Porter, Sr.
Art Porter, Sr. (8 February 1934 - 1993) was an American jazz pianist from Little Rock, Arkansas.
Art Porter, Sr. (8 February 1934 - 1993) was an American jazz pianist from Little Rock, Arkansas.
Art Simmons
Arthur Eugene Simmons (b. February 5, 1926, Glen White, West Virginia) is an American jazz pianist.
Arthur Eugene Simmons (b. February 5, 1926, Glen White, West Virginia) is an American jazz pianist.
Art Tatum
Arthur "Art" Tatum, Jr. (October 13, 1909 – November 5, 1956) was an American jazz pianist and virtuoso who played with phenomenal facility despite being nearly blind since birth.
Arthur "Art" Tatum, Jr. (October 13, 1909 – November 5, 1956) was an American jazz pianist and virtuoso who played with phenomenal facility despite being nearly blind since birth.
Arthur Rhames
Arthur Rhames was a guitarist, tenor saxophonist, pianist and melodica stylist, Krishna devotee, and a legend of New York City avant-garde jazz.
Arthur Rhames was a guitarist, tenor saxophonist, pianist and melodica stylist, Krishna devotee, and a legend of New York City avant-garde jazz.
Austin Peralta
Austin Peralta (born October 25, 1990) is a musician and composer He had two CD's released by CBS/Sony in Japan by the age of 16.
Austin Peralta (born October 25, 1990) is a musician and composer He had two CD's released by CBS/Sony in Japan by the age of 16.
Avery Brooks
Avery Franklin Brooks is an American actor, television director, jazz musician, opera singer, college professor and narrator.
Avery Franklin Brooks is an American actor, television director, jazz musician, opera singer, college professor and narrator.
Avery Parrish
Avery Parrish (January 24, 1917, Birmingham, Alabama - December 1, 1959) was an American jazz pianist and songwriter.
Avery Parrish (January 24, 1917, Birmingham, Alabama - December 1, 1959) was an American jazz pianist and songwriter.
Barbara Carroll
Barbara Carroll (born Barbara Carole Coppersmith on January 25, 1925 in Worcester, Massachusetts) is a jazz pianist, composer and vocalist.
Barbara Carroll (born Barbara Carole Coppersmith on January 25, 1925 in Worcester, Massachusetts) is a jazz pianist, composer and vocalist.
Bee Walker
Bertha Walker was an American composer and pianist.
Bertha Walker was an American composer and pianist.
Ben Sidran
Ben Sidran is an American jazz and rock pianist, organist, vocalist and writer born in Chicago, noted for his work with the early Steve Miller Band.
Ben Sidran is an American jazz and rock pianist, organist, vocalist and writer born in Chicago, noted for his work with the early Steve Miller Band.
Bennie Moten
Bennie Moten (November 13, 1894 – April 2, 1935) was a noted American jazz pianist and band leader born in Kansas City, Missouri.
Bennie Moten (November 13, 1894 – April 2, 1935) was a noted American jazz pianist and band leader born in Kansas City, Missouri.
Benny Green (pianist)
Benny Green is a hard bop jazz pianist who was a member of Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers.
Benny Green is a hard bop jazz pianist who was a member of Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers.
Berkeley Everett
Berkeley Everett is an American jazz pianist, well known for his association with vocalist Kalil Wilson.
Berkeley Everett is an American jazz pianist, well known for his association with vocalist Kalil Wilson.
Bernie Leighton
Bernie Leighton (January 30, 1921 - September 16, 1994) was an American jazz pianist.
Bernie Leighton (January 30, 1921 - September 16, 1994) was an American jazz pianist.
Betty Hall Jones
Betty Hall Jones, born Betty Hall Bigby (January 11, 1911 – April 20, 2009), was an American pianist and singer.
Betty Hall Jones, born Betty Hall Bigby (January 11, 1911 – April 20, 2009), was an American pianist and singer.
Big Tiny Little
Dudley "Tiny" Little, Jr. (August 31, 1930 – March 3, 2010) was an American musician who appeared on The Lawrence Welk Show from 1955 to 1959.
Dudley "Tiny" Little, Jr. (August 31, 1930 – March 3, 2010) was an American musician who appeared on The Lawrence Welk Show from 1955 to 1959.
Bill Charlap
William Morrison Charlap is a jazz pianist born October 15, 1966 in New York City.
William Morrison Charlap is a jazz pianist born October 15, 1966 in New York City.
Bill Cunliffe
Bill Cunliffe (b. June 26, 1956) is an American jazz pianist and composer based in Los Angeles He has been described by The New York Times as being in the "modern jazz mainstream" and as an ...
Bill Cunliffe (b. June 26, 1956) is an American jazz pianist and composer based in Los Angeles He has been described by The New York Times as being in the "modern jazz mainstream" and as an ...
Bill Doerrfeld
William "Bill" Doerrfeld (born April 3, 1964 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American classical and jazz pianist and composer.
William "Bill" Doerrfeld (born April 3, 1964 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American classical and jazz pianist and composer.
Bill Evans
William John Evans, known as Bill Evans (August 16, 1929–September 15, 1980) was an American jazz pianist.
William John Evans, known as Bill Evans (August 16, 1929–September 15, 1980) was an American jazz pianist.
Bill Finegan
William James Finegan was an American jazz bandleader, pianist, arranger, and composer.
William James Finegan was an American jazz bandleader, pianist, arranger, and composer.
Bill Heid
Bill Heid is a soul jazz/hard bop jazz pianist and organist born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, probably better known for his work with musicians like Koko Taylor, Henry Johnson and Fenton Robinso...
Bill Heid is a soul jazz/hard bop jazz pianist and organist born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, probably better known for his work with musicians like Koko Taylor, Henry Johnson and Fenton Robinso...
Bill Mays
William Allen Mays is a jazz pianist from Sacramento California who is normally referred to as "Bill Mays."
William Allen Mays is a jazz pianist from Sacramento California who is normally referred to as "Bill Mays."
Bill O'Connell
Bill O'Connell (born on August 22, 1953 in New York City) is a jazz pianist and bandleader.
Bill O'Connell (born on August 22, 1953 in New York City) is a jazz pianist and bandleader.
Bill Potts
Bill Potts (April 3, 1928, Arlington, Virginia – February 15, 2005, Fort Lauderdale, Florida) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Bill Potts (April 3, 1928, Arlington, Virginia – February 15, 2005, Fort Lauderdale, Florida) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Billie Pierce
Wilhelmina Goodson, better known as Billie Pierce (June 8, 1907 – September 29, 1974) was an American jazz pianist and singer.
Wilhelmina Goodson, better known as Billie Pierce (June 8, 1907 – September 29, 1974) was an American jazz pianist and singer.
Billy Kyle
William Osborne "Billy" Kyle (July 14, 1914 - February 23, 1966) was an American jazz pianist.
William Osborne "Billy" Kyle (July 14, 1914 - February 23, 1966) was an American jazz pianist.
Billy Maxted
Billy Maxted (January 21, 1917, Racine, Wisconsin - October 11, 2001, Ft Lauderdale, Florida) was an American jazz pianist.
Billy Maxted (January 21, 1917, Racine, Wisconsin - October 11, 2001, Ft Lauderdale, Florida) was an American jazz pianist.
Billy Strayhorn
William Thomas "Billy" Strayhorn was an American composer, pianist and arranger, best known for his successful collaboration with bandleader and composer Duke Ellington lasting nearly three decades.
William Thomas "Billy" Strayhorn was an American composer, pianist and arranger, best known for his successful collaboration with bandleader and composer Duke Ellington lasting nearly three decades.
Billy Tipton
Billy Lee Tipton (December 29, 1914 – January 21, 1989) was an American jazz musician and bandleader.
Billy Lee Tipton (December 29, 1914 – January 21, 1989) was an American jazz musician and bandleader.
Bingie Madison
Bingie Madison was an American jazz clarinetist and tenor saxophonist.
Bingie Madison was an American jazz clarinetist and tenor saxophonist.
Bix Beiderbecke
Leon Bismark "Bix" Beiderbecke was an American jazz cornetist, jazz pianist, and composer.
Leon Bismark "Bix" Beiderbecke was an American jazz cornetist, jazz pianist, and composer.
Blind John Davis
Blind John Davis (December 7, 1913 — October 12, 1985) was an African American, blues, jazz and boogie-woogie pianist and singer.
Blind John Davis (December 7, 1913 — October 12, 1985) was an African American, blues, jazz and boogie-woogie pianist and singer.
Bob Brookmeyer
Robert Edward Brookmeyer was an American jazz valve trombonist, pianist, arranger, and composer.
Robert Edward Brookmeyer was an American jazz valve trombonist, pianist, arranger, and composer.
Bob Davie (songwriter)
Bob Davie is an orchestra leader, pianist, and composer of popular music.
Bob Davie is an orchestra leader, pianist, and composer of popular music.
Bob Dorough
Bob Dorough (born December 12, 1923) is an American bebop and cool jazz pianist, composer and vocalese singer.
Bob Dorough (born December 12, 1923) is an American bebop and cool jazz pianist, composer and vocalese singer.
Bob Florence
Bob Florence (20 May 1932; Los Angeles – 15 May 2008; Los Angeles) was an American jazz arranger and pianist.
Bob Florence (20 May 1932; Los Angeles – 15 May 2008; Los Angeles) was an American jazz arranger and pianist.
Bob Hammer
Howard Robert Hammer (* March 3, 1930 in Indianapolis) is a US-American jazz musician (pianist and arranger).
Howard Robert Hammer (* March 3, 1930 in Indianapolis) is a US-American jazz musician (pianist and arranger).
Bob McHugh
Bob McHugh born Robert Ernest McHugh July 20, 1946
In Kearny, New Jersey jazz pianist,composer and educator.
Bob McHugh born Robert Ernest McHugh July 20, 1946
In Kearny, New Jersey jazz pianist,composer and educator.
Bob Seeley
Bob Seeley (born c. 1930, Detroit, Michigan) is an American boogie woogie pianist.
Bob Seeley (born c. 1930, Detroit, Michigan) is an American boogie woogie pianist.
Bob Zurke
Bob Zurke (January 7, 1912 – February 16, 1944) was a significant American jazz pianist, arranger, composer and briefly a bandleader during the Swing Era.
Bob Zurke (January 7, 1912 – February 16, 1944) was a significant American jazz pianist, arranger, composer and briefly a bandleader during the Swing Era.
Bobby Cole (musician)
Bobby Cole (September 8, 1932 – December 19, 1996) was an American musician, known for his jazz singing and piano playing.
Bobby Cole (September 8, 1932 – December 19, 1996) was an American musician, known for his jazz singing and piano playing.
Bobby Enriquez
Roberto Delprado Yulo Enriquez, better known as Bobby Enriquez, was a Filipino jazz pianist who became prominent in the United States and well-known internationally.
Roberto Delprado Yulo Enriquez, better known as Bobby Enriquez, was a Filipino jazz pianist who became prominent in the United States and well-known internationally.
Bobby Lyle
Bobby Lyle is a jazz, soul jazz, and smooth jazz pianist.
Bobby Lyle is a jazz, soul jazz, and smooth jazz pianist.
Bobby Timmons
Robert Henry "Bobby" Timmons (December 19, 1935 – March 1, 1974) was an African American jazz pianist and composer.
Robert Henry "Bobby" Timmons (December 19, 1935 – March 1, 1974) was an African American jazz pianist and composer.
Bobby Tucker
Bobby Tucker (born Robert Nathaniel Tucker; January 8, 1923 - April 12, 2007) was a pianist and arranger during the jazz era from the 1940s into the 1960s.
Bobby Tucker (born Robert Nathaniel Tucker; January 8, 1923 - April 12, 2007) was a pianist and arranger during the jazz era from the 1940s into the 1960s.
Boogie Woogie Red
Boogie Woogie Red (October 18, 1925 - July 2, 1992) was an American Detroit blues, boogie-woogie and jazz pianist, singer and songwriter.
Boogie Woogie Red (October 18, 1925 - July 2, 1992) was an American Detroit blues, boogie-woogie and jazz pianist, singer and songwriter.
Booker T. Laury
Booker T. Laury (September 2, 1914 – September 23, 1995) was an American boogie-woogie, blues, gospel and jazz pianist and singer.
Booker T. Laury (September 2, 1914 – September 23, 1995) was an American boogie-woogie, blues, gospel and jazz pianist and singer.
Borah Bergman
Borah Bergman (born December 13, 1933, Brooklyn) is an American free jazz pianist.
Borah Bergman (born December 13, 1933, Brooklyn) is an American free jazz pianist.
Boyd Lee Dunlop
Boyd Lee Dunlop is an American jazz pianist.
Boyd Lee Dunlop is an American jazz pianist.
Brian Culbertson
Brian Culbertson (born January 12, 1973) is a musician, instrumentalist, and David Caruso look-alike from Decatur, Illinois, United States.
Brian Culbertson (born January 12, 1973) is a musician, instrumentalist, and David Caruso look-alike from Decatur, Illinois, United States.
Brian Haas
Brian Haas spent his formative years in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma - a suburb of Tulsa.
Brian Haas spent his formative years in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma - a suburb of Tulsa.
Brian Kelly (composer & pianist)
Brian Kelly is an American composer, pianist, and producer creating music in the jazz fusion, smooth jazz, New Age genres.
Brian Kelly is an American composer, pianist, and producer creating music in the jazz fusion, smooth jazz, New Age genres.
Brooks Kerr
Brooks Kerr (born Chester Monson Brooks Joseph Kerr III on December 26, 1951) is an American jazz pianist born in New Haven, Connecticut, perhaps best-known for being bandleader of a small group...
Brooks Kerr (born Chester Monson Brooks Joseph Kerr III on December 26, 1951) is an American jazz pianist born in New Haven, Connecticut, perhaps best-known for being bandleader of a small group...
Bross Townsend
Bross Elvie Townsend, Jr. (October 18, 1933 – May 12, 2003) was an American jazz and blues pianist.
Bross Elvie Townsend, Jr. (October 18, 1933 – May 12, 2003) was an American jazz and blues pianist.
Bruce Barth
Bruce Barth, born September 7, 1958 in Pasadena, California, is a jazz pianist.
Bruce Barth, born September 7, 1958 in Pasadena, California, is a jazz pianist.
Bruce Hornsby
Bruce Randall Hornsby is an American singer, pianist, accordion player, and songwriter.
Bruce Randall Hornsby is an American singer, pianist, accordion player, and songwriter.
Bruce Katz
Bruce Katz (born August 19, 1952) is an American musician, playing piano, organ and bass guitar.
Bruce Katz (born August 19, 1952) is an American musician, playing piano, organ and bass guitar.
Bud Powell
Earl Rudolph "Bud" Powell was a jazz pianist who was born and raised in Harlem, New York City.
Earl Rudolph "Bud" Powell was a jazz pianist who was born and raised in Harlem, New York City.
Buddy Banks (saxophonist)
Ulysses "Buddy" Banks (October 3, 1909, Dallas - September 7, 1991, Desert Hot Springs, California) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist, pianist, and bandleader.
Ulysses "Buddy" Banks (October 3, 1909, Dallas - September 7, 1991, Desert Hot Springs, California) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist, pianist, and bandleader.
Buddy Cole (musician)
Edwin LeMar Cole, known as Buddy Cole (December 15, 1916 – November 5, 1964), was a jazz pianist and orchestra leader.
Edwin LeMar Cole, known as Buddy Cole (December 15, 1916 – November 5, 1964), was a jazz pianist and orchestra leader.
Buddy Johnson
Buddy Johnson was an influential jazz and New York blues pianist and bandleader, active from the 1930s through the 1960s.
Buddy Johnson was an influential jazz and New York blues pianist and bandleader, active from the 1930s through the 1960s.
Buddy Montgomery
Charles "Buddy" Montgomery (January 30, 1930, Indianapolis, Indiana - May 14, 2009) was an American jazz vibraphonist and pianist.
Charles "Buddy" Montgomery (January 30, 1930, Indianapolis, Indiana - May 14, 2009) was an American jazz vibraphonist and pianist.
Burt Bales
Burt Bales (April 20, 1917, Stevensville, Montana - October 26, 1989, San Francisco) was an American jazz stride pianist.
Burt Bales (April 20, 1917, Stevensville, Montana - October 26, 1989, San Francisco) was an American jazz stride pianist.
Burt Wilson
Burt Wilson is a philosopher, writer, broadcaster, jazz musician, political activist, and former advertising executive.
Burt Wilson is a philosopher, writer, broadcaster, jazz musician, political activist, and former advertising executive.
Buster Harding
Lavere "Buster" Harding (19 March 1912–14 November 1965) was a Canadian-born American jazz pianist, composer and arranger.
Lavere "Buster" Harding (19 March 1912–14 November 1965) was a Canadian-born American jazz pianist, composer and arranger.
Buster Wilson
Albert Wesley "Buster" Wilson (1897 - October 23, 1949) was an American jazz pianist.
Albert Wesley "Buster" Wilson (1897 - October 23, 1949) was an American jazz pianist.
Butch Thompson
Butch Thompson (b. 1943, Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota) is an American jazz pianist and clarinetist best known for his ragtime and stride performances.
Butch Thompson (b. 1943, Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota) is an American jazz pianist and clarinetist best known for his ragtime and stride performances.
Call Cobbs, Jr.
Call Cobbs, Jr. (also billed as Call Cobbs Jr. and Call Cobbs) (b.
Call Cobbs, Jr. (also billed as Call Cobbs Jr. and Call Cobbs) (b.
Calvin Jackson
Calvin Jackson (May 26, 1919, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – December 9, 1985, Encinitas, California) was an American jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader.
Calvin Jackson (May 26, 1919, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – December 9, 1985, Encinitas, California) was an American jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader.
Carl Perkins (pianist)
Carl Perkins (born August 16, 1928, Indianapolis, Indiana, died March 17, 1958, Los Angeles, California) was an American jazz pianist.
Carl Perkins (born August 16, 1928, Indianapolis, Indiana, died March 17, 1958, Los Angeles, California) was an American jazz pianist.
Carl T. Fischer
Carl T. Fischer was a Native American jazz pianist and composer.
Carl T. Fischer was a Native American jazz pianist and composer.
Carli Muñoz
Carlos C. Muñoz, better known as Carli Munoz or Carli Muñoz (born October 16, 1948), is a self-taught American jazz pianist.
Carlos C. Muñoz, better known as Carli Munoz or Carli Muñoz (born October 16, 1948), is a self-taught American jazz pianist.
Carlos McKinney
Carlos "Los Da Mystro" McKinney (born January 10, 1978) is a Grammy-nominated American record producer and jazz pianist.
Carlos "Los Da Mystro" McKinney (born January 10, 1978) is a Grammy-nominated American record producer and jazz pianist.
Carmen McRae
Carmen Mercedes McRae (April 8, 1920 – November 10, 1994) was an American jazz singer, composer, pianist, and actress.
Carmen Mercedes McRae (April 8, 1920 – November 10, 1994) was an American jazz singer, composer, pianist, and actress.
Cassino Simpson
Wendell "Cassino" Simpson (July 22, 1909 - March 27, 1952) was an American jazz pianist, best known for his associations on the Chicago jazz scene.
Wendell "Cassino" Simpson (July 22, 1909 - March 27, 1952) was an American jazz pianist, best known for his associations on the Chicago jazz scene.
Cedric Haywood
Cedric Haywood (December 31, 1914 – September 9, 1969) was an American jazz pianist.
Cedric Haywood (December 31, 1914 – September 9, 1969) was an American jazz pianist.
Charles Blenzig
Charles Blenzig is a jazz pianist based in New York City.
Charles Blenzig is a jazz pianist based in New York City.
Charles Covington
Charles Covington (NM) is an American jazz pianist and a U.S. Life Master in chess.
Charles Covington (NM) is an American jazz pianist and a U.S. Life Master in chess.
Charles Mingus
Charles Mingus Jr. (April 22, 1922 – January 5, 1979) was an American jazz musician, composer, bandleader, and civil rights activist.
Charles Mingus Jr. (April 22, 1922 – January 5, 1979) was an American jazz musician, composer, bandleader, and civil rights activist.
Charles Thompson (jazz)
Charles Phillip Thompson, is an American swing and bebop pianist, organist and arranger.
Charles Phillip Thompson, is an American swing and bebop pianist, organist and arranger.
Charley Straight
Charles Theodore Straight (January 16, 1891 – September 22, 1940), better known as Charley Straight, was an American pianist, bandleader and composer.
Charles Theodore Straight (January 16, 1891 – September 22, 1940), better known as Charley Straight, was an American pianist, bandleader and composer.
Charlie Alexander
Charlie Alexander (c. 1904 – c. 1970) was an American jazz pianist from Cincinnati, Ohio.
Charlie Alexander (c. 1904 – c. 1970) was an American jazz pianist from Cincinnati, Ohio.
Charlie Beal
Charles Herbert Beal (September 14, 1908, Redlands, California - July 31, 1991, San Diego) was an American jazz pianist.
Charles Herbert Beal (September 14, 1908, Redlands, California - July 31, 1991, San Diego) was an American jazz pianist.
Charlie Johnson (bandleader)
Charlie "Fess" Johnson (November 21, 1891, Philadelphia - December 13, 1959, New York City) was an American jazz bandleader and pianist.
Charlie "Fess" Johnson (November 21, 1891, Philadelphia - December 13, 1959, New York City) was an American jazz bandleader and pianist.
Chris Anderson (pianist)
Chris Anderson (February 26, 1926 - February 4, 2008) was an American jazz pianist, who might be best known as an influence on Herbie Hancock.
Chris Anderson (February 26, 1926 - February 4, 2008) was an American jazz pianist, who might be best known as an influence on Herbie Hancock.
Chris Olsen
Chris Olsen (1983) is a jazz pianist, composer, poet, and vocalist.
Chris Olsen (1983) is a jazz pianist, composer, poet, and vocalist.
Chummy MacGregor
John Chalmers MacGregor, better known as Chummy MacGregor, a pianist and composer, was Glenn Miller’s pianist from 1936-1942.
John Chalmers MacGregor, better known as Chummy MacGregor, a pianist and composer, was Glenn Miller’s pianist from 1936-1942.
Clarence Profit
Clarence Profit(born June 26, 1912 in New York City; died October 22, 1944 in NYC) was a jazz pianist and composer associated with swing.
Clarence Profit(born June 26, 1912 in New York City; died October 22, 1944 in NYC) was a jazz pianist and composer associated with swing.
Clarence Williams (musician)
Clarence Williams (October 8, 1898 – November 6, 1965) was an American jazz pianist, composer, promoter, vocalist, theatrical producer, and publisher.
Clarence Williams (October 8, 1898 – November 6, 1965) was an American jazz pianist, composer, promoter, vocalist, theatrical producer, and publisher.
Claude Hopkins
Claude Driskett Hopkins (1903–1984) was an American jazz stride pianist and bandleader.
Claude Driskett Hopkins (1903–1984) was an American jazz stride pianist and bandleader.
Claude Thornhill
Claude Thornhill (August 10, 1908 at Terre Haute, Indiana – July 1, 1965, New Jersey) was an American pianist, arranger, composer, and bandleader.
Claude Thornhill (August 10, 1908 at Terre Haute, Indiana – July 1, 1965, New Jersey) was an American pianist, arranger, composer, and bandleader.
Claude Williamson
Claude Berkeley Williamson (born November 18, 1926 in Brattleboro, Vermont) is a jazz pianist.
Claude Berkeley Williamson (born November 18, 1926 in Brattleboro, Vermont) is a jazz pianist.
Clifford Coulter
Clifford Coulter is an American blues, R&B and jazz guitarist and keyboardist.
Clifford Coulter is an American blues, R&B and jazz guitarist and keyboardist.
Conrad Lanoue
Conrad Lanoue (October 18, 1908 – October 15, 1972) was an American jazz pianist.
Conrad Lanoue (October 18, 1908 – October 15, 1972) was an American jazz pianist.
Cooper-Moore
Cooper-Moore is an American jazz pianist, composer and instrument builder/designer based in New York City.
Cooper-Moore is an American jazz pianist, composer and instrument builder/designer based in New York City.
Cousin Joe
Cousin Joe (December 20, 1907 — October 2, 1989) was an American blues and jazz singer, later famous for his 1940s recordings with clarinetist Sidney Bechet and saxophonist Mezz Mezzrow.
Cousin Joe (December 20, 1907 — October 2, 1989) was an American blues and jazz singer, later famous for his 1940s recordings with clarinetist Sidney Bechet and saxophonist Mezz Mezzrow.
Curtis Clark
Curtis Clark (born 23 April, 1950) is a jazz pianist from Chicago, United States.
Curtis Clark (born 23 April, 1950) is a jazz pianist from Chicago, United States.
Cy Coleman
Cy Coleman (June 14, 1929 - November 18, 2004) was an American composer, songwriter, and jazz pianist.
Cy Coleman (June 14, 1929 - November 18, 2004) was an American composer, songwriter, and jazz pianist.
Cyrus Chestnut
Cyrus Chestnut (born January 17, 1963) is an American jazz pianist, songwriter, and producer.
Cyrus Chestnut (born January 17, 1963) is an American jazz pianist, songwriter, and producer.
Dan Knight
Dan Knight Jazz pianist, composer, educator, author.
Dan Knight Jazz pianist, composer, educator, author.
Dan Siegel
Dan Siegel (born Seattle, Washington) is a pianist, composer and record producer.
Dan Siegel (born Seattle, Washington) is a pianist, composer and record producer.
Danny Mixon
Daniel Asbury Mixon (born August 19, 1949 in Harlem, New York City) is an American jazz pianist.
Daniel Asbury Mixon (born August 19, 1949 in Harlem, New York City) is an American jazz pianist.
Dave Flippo
Dave Flippo (born David William Flippo on March 1, 1958 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania), is a jazz pianist, composer, vocalist, teacher and bandleader based in the Chicago area.
Dave Flippo (born David William Flippo on March 1, 1958 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania), is a jazz pianist, composer, vocalist, teacher and bandleader based in the Chicago area.
Dave Frishberg
Dave Frishberg is an American jazz pianist, vocalist and composer born in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Dave Frishberg is an American jazz pianist, vocalist and composer born in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Dave MacKay (musician)
Dave Mackay is a Jazz pianist, singer-composer with roots in Art Tatum, Bud Powell, and Bill Evans who favors the standards of the 1940s and 1950s and the bossa novas of Luíz Eça, Antonio Carlos...
Dave Mackay is a Jazz pianist, singer-composer with roots in Art Tatum, Bud Powell, and Bill Evans who favors the standards of the 1940s and 1950s and the bossa novas of Luíz Eça, Antonio Carlos...
Dave McKenna
Dave McKenna (30 May 1930 – 18 October 2008, Woonsocket, Rhode Island) was a jazz pianist.
Dave McKenna (30 May 1930 – 18 October 2008, Woonsocket, Rhode Island) was a jazz pianist.
Dave Peyton
Dave Peyton (ca. 1885 - May 1955) was an American songwriter, pianist, and arranger.
Dave Peyton (ca. 1885 - May 1955) was an American songwriter, pianist, and arranger.
Davenport Blues
Davenport Blues is a 1925 song composed and recorded by Bix Beiderbecke and released as a Gennett 78.
Davenport Blues is a 1925 song composed and recorded by Bix Beiderbecke and released as a Gennett 78.
David Benoit (musician)
David Benoit (born August 18, 1953) is an American jazz fusion/smooth jazz pianist, composer and producer from Los Angeles, California.
David Benoit (born August 18, 1953) is an American jazz fusion/smooth jazz pianist, composer and producer from Los Angeles, California.
David Berkman
David Berkman (born December 28, 1958), is a jazz pianist, composer, arranger and educator.
David Berkman (born December 28, 1958), is a jazz pianist, composer, arranger and educator.
David Ervin
David Ervin is a jazz keyboard player.
David Ervin is a jazz keyboard player.
David Kikoski
Dave Kikoski (b. September 29, 1961, New Brunswick, New Jersey) is an exceptional American jazz pianist and keyboardist.
Dave Kikoski (b. September 29, 1961, New Brunswick, New Jersey) is an exceptional American jazz pianist and keyboardist.
David Matthews (keyboardist)
David Matthews is a keyboardist, pianist, and arranger, born (March 4, 1942) in Sonora, Kentucky, United States.
David Matthews is a keyboardist, pianist, and arranger, born (March 4, 1942) in Sonora, Kentucky, United States.
Denny Zeitlin
Denny Zeitlin (born 10 April 1938, Chicago, Illinois) is an American jazz pianist and composer, and a clinical professor of psychiatry at University of California, San Francisco.
Denny Zeitlin (born 10 April 1938, Chicago, Illinois) is an American jazz pianist and composer, and a clinical professor of psychiatry at University of California, San Francisco.
Dick Hyman
Richard “Dick” Hyman is an American jazz pianist/keyboardist and composer, best known for his versatility with jazz piano styles.
Richard “Dick” Hyman is an American jazz pianist/keyboardist and composer, best known for his versatility with jazz piano styles.
Dick Katz
Dick Katz was an American jazz pianist, arranger and producer.
Dick Katz was an American jazz pianist, arranger and producer.
Dick Marx
Dick Marx (April 12, 1924 – August 12, 1997) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Dick Marx (April 12, 1924 – August 12, 1997) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Dick Twardzik
Richard Twardzik (April 30, 1931 in Danvers, Massachusetts – October 21, 1955 in Paris) was a jazz pianist known for bebop who worked for the bulk of his career in Boston.
Richard Twardzik (April 30, 1931 in Danvers, Massachusetts – October 21, 1955 in Paris) was a jazz pianist known for bebop who worked for the bulk of his career in Boston.
Dick Wellstood
Richard MacQueen "Dick" Wellstood (born November 25, 1927, Greenwich, Connecticut — died July 24, 1987, Palo Alto, California) was an American jazz pianist.
Richard MacQueen "Dick" Wellstood (born November 25, 1927, Greenwich, Connecticut — died July 24, 1987, Palo Alto, California) was an American jazz pianist.
Dink Johnson
Ollie "Dink" Johnson (October 28, 1892 – November 29, 1954) was a dixieland jazz pianist, clarinetist, and drummer.
Ollie "Dink" Johnson (October 28, 1892 – November 29, 1954) was a dixieland jazz pianist, clarinetist, and drummer.
Dolo Coker
Charles Mitchell “Dolo” Coker (November 16, 1927 – April 13, 1983 was a jazz pianist and composer who recorded four albums for Xanadu Records and extensively as a sideman, for artists like Sonny...
Charles Mitchell “Dolo” Coker (November 16, 1927 – April 13, 1983 was a jazz pianist and composer who recorded four albums for Xanadu Records and extensively as a sideman, for artists like Sonny...
Don Abney
Don Abney (b. John Donald Abney, Mar.
Don Abney (b. John Donald Abney, Mar.
Don Blackman
Don Blackman (born Sept.1, 1953) is an American jazz-funk pianist, singer, songwriter, producer born in Queens, New York.
Don Blackman (born Sept.1, 1953) is an American jazz-funk pianist, singer, songwriter, producer born in Queens, New York.
Don Ewell
Don Ewell (14 November 1916 – 9 August 1983) was an American jazz stride pianist born in Baltimore, Maryland, perhaps best-known for his work with several prominent New Orleans-based music...
Don Ewell (14 November 1916 – 9 August 1983) was an American jazz stride pianist born in Baltimore, Maryland, perhaps best-known for his work with several prominent New Orleans-based music...
Don Grolnick
Don Grolnick was an American jazz and pop pianist and composer, most noteworthy for his work with artists such as Linda Ronstadt, James Taylor, Roberta Flack, Carly Simon, Bette Midler, Billy C...
Don Grolnick was an American jazz and pop pianist and composer, most noteworthy for his work with artists such as Linda Ronstadt, James Taylor, Roberta Flack, Carly Simon, Bette Midler, Billy C...
Don Grusin
Don Grusin (born April 22, 1941 in Denver, Colorado), is an American songwriter, producer and keyboardist.
Don Grusin (born April 22, 1941 in Denver, Colorado), is an American songwriter, producer and keyboardist.
Don Kirkpatrick
Don Kirkpatrick (June 17, 1905 - May 13, 1956) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Don Kirkpatrick (June 17, 1905 - May 13, 1956) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Don Shirley
Don Shirley (born January 29, 1927) is an American-Jamaican jazz pianist and composer.
Don Shirley (born January 29, 1927) is an American-Jamaican jazz pianist and composer.
Donal Fox
Donal Fox (born ) is an American composer, pianist and improviser in the jazz and classical genres.
Donal Fox (born ) is an American composer, pianist and improviser in the jazz and classical genres.
Donald Brown (musician)
Donald Ray Brown (b. March 28, 1954, Hernando, Mississippi) is an American jazz pianist.
Donald Ray Brown (b. March 28, 1954, Hernando, Mississippi) is an American jazz pianist.
Donald Lambert
Donald "The Lamb" Lambert (12 February 1904 - 8 May 1962) was an American jazz stride pianist born in Princeton, New Jersey, perhaps best-known for playing in Harlem night clubs throughout the...
Donald "The Lamb" Lambert (12 February 1904 - 8 May 1962) was an American jazz stride pianist born in Princeton, New Jersey, perhaps best-known for playing in Harlem night clubs throughout the...
Donn Trenner
Donald "Donn" Trenner (born March 10, 1927) is an American jazz pianist and arranger born in New Haven, Connecticut.
Donald "Donn" Trenner (born March 10, 1927) is an American jazz pianist and arranger born in New Haven, Connecticut.
Dorothy Donegan
Dorothy Donegan was an American classically trained jazz pianist primarily known for performing in the stride piano and boogie-woogie style.
Dorothy Donegan was an American classically trained jazz pianist primarily known for performing in the stride piano and boogie-woogie style.
Dorothy Sloop
Dorothy Sloop (September 26, 1913 – July 28, 1998), also known as Dorothy Sloop Heflick, was an American jazz musician.
Dorothy Sloop (September 26, 1913 – July 28, 1998), also known as Dorothy Sloop Heflick, was an American jazz musician.
Doug Carn
Doug Carn (born July 14, 1948) is an American jazz musician from St. Augustine, Florida, formerly married to Jean Carne and known for his several albums released for Black Jazz Records.
Doug Carn (born July 14, 1948) is an American jazz musician from St. Augustine, Florida, formerly married to Jean Carne and known for his several albums released for Black Jazz Records.
Doug Johnson (pianist)
Doug Johnson is an American jazz and classical pianist who has performed with Esperanza Spalding and Grace Kelly.
Doug Johnson is an American jazz and classical pianist who has performed with Esperanza Spalding and Grace Kelly.
Duke Ellington
Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington was an American composer, pianist, and big-band leader.
Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington was an American composer, pianist, and big-band leader.
Duke Jordan
Irving Sidney "Duke" Jordan (April 1, 1922–August 8, 2006) was an American jazz pianist.
Irving Sidney "Duke" Jordan (April 1, 1922–August 8, 2006) was an American jazz pianist.
Duke Pearson
Columbus Calvin "Duke" Pearson, Jr was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Columbus Calvin "Duke" Pearson, Jr was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Earl Belcher
Earl V. Belcher, Jr. is a retired American basketball player who is best known for his collegiate career at St. Bonaventure University between 1977–78 and 1980–81.
Earl V. Belcher, Jr. is a retired American basketball player who is best known for his collegiate career at St. Bonaventure University between 1977–78 and 1980–81.
Earl Hines
Earl Kenneth Hines, universally known as Earl "Fatha" Hines, was an American jazz pianist.
Earl Kenneth Hines, universally known as Earl "Fatha" Hines, was an American jazz pianist.
Earl MacDonald
Earl MacDonald (born 26 July 1970), is a music arranger, composer, jazz pianist and music educator.
Earl MacDonald (born 26 July 1970), is a music arranger, composer, jazz pianist and music educator.
Earl Washington (musician)
Earl "The Ghost" Washington (April 3, 1921, Chicago, Illinois – June 18, 1975) was a jazz pianist.
Earl "The Ghost" Washington (April 3, 1921, Chicago, Illinois – June 18, 1975) was a jazz pianist.
Earl Wild
Royland Earl Wild (November 26, 1915 – January 23, 2010) was an American pianist, renowned as a leading virtuoso of his generation.
Royland Earl Wild (November 26, 1915 – January 23, 2010) was an American pianist, renowned as a leading virtuoso of his generation.
Earle Howard
Earle Howard was an American jazz guitarist, pianist, and vocalist.
Earle Howard was an American jazz guitarist, pianist, and vocalist.
Eddie Beal
Eddie Beal (June 13, 1910, Redlands, California - December 15, 1984, Los Angeles) was an American jazz pianist.
Eddie Beal (June 13, 1910, Redlands, California - December 15, 1984, Los Angeles) was an American jazz pianist.
Eddie Heywood
Eddie Heywood (born Edward Heywood, Jr. 4 December 1915, Atlanta, Georgia – died 3 January 1989, Miami Beach, Florida) was a jazz pianist who became very popular in the 1940s.
Eddie Heywood (born Edward Heywood, Jr. 4 December 1915, Atlanta, Georgia – died 3 January 1989, Miami Beach, Florida) was a jazz pianist who became very popular in the 1940s.
Eddie Higgins
Edward Haydn Higgins (February 21, 1932 - August 31, 2009) was a jazz pianist, composer and orchestrator.
Edward Haydn Higgins (February 21, 1932 - August 31, 2009) was a jazz pianist, composer and orchestrator.
Eddie Wilcox
Eddie Wilcox (December 27, 1907 - September 29, 1968) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Eddie Wilcox (December 27, 1907 - September 29, 1968) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Edgar Hayes
Edgar Hayes (May 23, 1904, Lexington, Kentucky – June 28, 1979, San Bernardino, California) was an American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Edgar Hayes (May 23, 1904, Lexington, Kentucky – June 28, 1979, San Bernardino, California) was an American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Elliot Lawrence
Elliot Lawrence (born Elliott Lawrence Broza, February 14, 1925) is an American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Elliot Lawrence (born Elliott Lawrence Broza, February 14, 1925) is an American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Ellis Larkins
Ellis Larkins (May 15, 1923 – September 30, 2002) was an African-American jazz pianist born in Baltimore, Maryland, perhaps best known for his two recordings with Ella Fitzgerald, the albu...
Ellis Larkins (May 15, 1923 – September 30, 2002) was an African-American jazz pianist born in Baltimore, Maryland, perhaps best known for his two recordings with Ella Fitzgerald, the albu...
Elmer Schoebel
Elmer Schoebel (September 8, 1896, East St. Louis, Illinois - December 14, 1970) was an American jazz pianist, composer, and arranger.
Elmer Schoebel (September 8, 1896, East St. Louis, Illinois - December 14, 1970) was an American jazz pianist, composer, and arranger.
Elmo Hope
St. Elmo Sylvester Hope (June 27, 1923 – May 19, 1967) was an American jazz pianist, performing chiefly in the bop and hard bop genres.
St. Elmo Sylvester Hope (June 27, 1923 – May 19, 1967) was an American jazz pianist, performing chiefly in the bop and hard bop genres.
Emil Mijares
Emil Mijares was an award-winning Filipino jazz musician.
Emil Mijares was an award-winning Filipino jazz musician.
Eric Lewis (pianist)
Eric Robert Lewis, better known by his stage name ELEW, is an American jazz pianist who has found crossover success playing rock and pop music.
Eric Robert Lewis, better known by his stage name ELEW, is an American jazz pianist who has found crossover success playing rock and pop music.
Eric Reed (musician)
Eric Scott Reed, (born June 21, 1970), in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Eric Scott Reed, (born June 21, 1970), in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Eric Watson (musician)
Eric Watson (born July 5, 1955) is a US-American jazz pianist and composer living in France.
Eric Watson (born July 5, 1955) is a US-American jazz pianist and composer living in France.
Erroll Garner
Erroll Louis Garner (June 15, 1923 – January 2, 1977) was an American jazz pianist and composer known for his swing playing and ballads.
Erroll Louis Garner (June 15, 1923 – January 2, 1977) was an American jazz pianist and composer known for his swing playing and ballads.
Erwin Helfer
Erwin Helfer (born January 20, 1936) is an American boogie-woogie, blues and jazz pianist.
Erwin Helfer (born January 20, 1936) is an American boogie-woogie, blues and jazz pianist.
Fate Marable
Fate Marable (2 December 1890 – 16 January 1947) was a jazz pianist and bandleader.
Fate Marable (2 December 1890 – 16 January 1947) was a jazz pianist and bandleader.
Fats Pichon
Walter "Fats" Pichon (April 3, 1906 - 25 February 1967 in Chicago, Illinois) was a jazz pianist, singer, bandleader, and songwriter.
Walter "Fats" Pichon (April 3, 1906 - 25 February 1967 in Chicago, Illinois) was a jazz pianist, singer, bandleader, and songwriter.
Fats Waller
Fats Waller (May 21, 1904 – December 15, 1943), born Thomas Wright Waller, was a jazz pianist, organist, composer, singer, and comedic entertainer.
Fats Waller (May 21, 1904 – December 15, 1943), born Thomas Wright Waller, was a jazz pianist, organist, composer, singer, and comedic entertainer.
Fiona Apple
Fiona Apple McAfee Maggart (born September 13, 1977) is an American singer-songwriter and pianist.
Fiona Apple McAfee Maggart (born September 13, 1977) is an American singer-songwriter and pianist.
Fletcher Henderson
James Fletcher Hamilton Henderson, Jr. was an American pianist, bandleader, arranger and composer, important in the development of big band jazz and swing music.
James Fletcher Hamilton Henderson, Jr. was an American pianist, bandleader, arranger and composer, important in the development of big band jazz and swing music.
Frank Cunimondo
Frank Cunimondo (born 1934) is an American jazz pianist and educator based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.
Frank Cunimondo (born 1934) is an American jazz pianist and educator based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA.
Frank Froeba
Frank Froeba or Froba (August 1907, New Orleans - February 16, 1981, Miami) was an American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Frank Froeba or Froba (August 1907, New Orleans - February 16, 1981, Miami) was an American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Frank Hewitt
Frank Hewitt (October 23, 1935–September 5, 2002) was a hard bop jazz pianist.
Frank Hewitt (October 23, 1935–September 5, 2002) was a hard bop jazz pianist.
Frank Kimbrough
Frank Kimbrough (born 2 November 1956 in Roxboro, North Carolina) is a bebop and hard bop pianist born and raised in North Carolina.
Frank Kimbrough (born 2 November 1956 in Roxboro, North Carolina) is a bebop and hard bop pianist born and raised in North Carolina.
Frank Mantooth
Frank Mantooth (April 11, 1947, Tulsa, Oklahoma - January 30, 2004, Garden City, Kansas) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Frank Mantooth (April 11, 1947, Tulsa, Oklahoma - January 30, 2004, Garden City, Kansas) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Frank Melrose
Franklyn Taft Melrose (November 26, 1907 – September 1, 1941) was an American jazz and blues pianist, who recorded as Kansas City Frank.
Franklyn Taft Melrose (November 26, 1907 – September 1, 1941) was an American jazz and blues pianist, who recorded as Kansas City Frank.
Frank Strazzeri
Frank Strazzeri (b. April 24, 1930, Rochester, New York) is an American jazz pianist.
Frank Strazzeri (b. April 24, 1930, Rochester, New York) is an American jazz pianist.
Fred Hersch
Fred Hersch (born October 21, 1955 in Cincinnati, Ohio) is a contemporary American jazz pianist who has become a consistent and highly demanded performer on the international jazz scene.
Fred Hersch (born October 21, 1955 in Cincinnati, Ohio) is a contemporary American jazz pianist who has become a consistent and highly demanded performer on the international jazz scene.
Freddie Redd
Freddie Redd (born May 29, 1928, New York City) is an American hard bop pianist and composer.
Freddie Redd (born May 29, 1928, New York City) is an American hard bop pianist and composer.
Freddie Washington
Freddie Washington (b. ca. 1900, Houston - date of death unknown) was an American jazz pianist.
Freddie Washington (b. ca. 1900, Houston - date of death unknown) was an American jazz pianist.
Freddie Washington (pianist)
Freddie Washington was an American jazz pianist.
Freddie Washington was an American jazz pianist.
Freddy Cole
Lionel Frederick Cole (born October 15, 1931) is an internationally known American jazz singer/pianist whose recording career has spanned over fifty years.
Lionel Frederick Cole (born October 15, 1931) is an internationally known American jazz singer/pianist whose recording career has spanned over fifty years.
Freddy Johnson
Freddy Johnson (March 12, 1904 – March 24, 1961) was an American jazz pianist and singer who gained popularity in the 1930s playing mostly swing style.
Freddy Johnson (March 12, 1904 – March 24, 1961) was an American jazz pianist and singer who gained popularity in the 1930s playing mostly swing style.
Fulton McGrath
Fulton "Fidgy" McGrath (December 6, 1907 – January 1, 1958) was an American jazz pianist and songwriter.
Fulton "Fidgy" McGrath (December 6, 1907 – January 1, 1958) was an American jazz pianist and songwriter.
Gaea Schell
Gaea Schell is a West Coast-based jazz pianist/composer and singer.
Gaea Schell is a West Coast-based jazz pianist/composer and singer.
Gap Mangione
Gaspare "Gap" Mangione (born July 31) is a jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and bandleader from Rochester, New York, United States.
Gaspare "Gap" Mangione (born July 31) is a jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and bandleader from Rochester, New York, United States.
Garland Wilson
Garland Lorenzo Wilson was an American jazz pianist born in Martinsburg, West Virginia, perhaps best-known for his work with Nina Mae McKinney.
Garland Lorenzo Wilson was an American jazz pianist born in Martinsburg, West Virginia, perhaps best-known for his work with Nina Mae McKinney.
Garnet Clark
Garnet Clark, sometimes credited as Garnett Clark (1917 – 1938) was an American jazz pianist.
Garnet Clark, sometimes credited as Garnett Clark (1917 – 1938) was an American jazz pianist.
Gary Brunotte
Gary Brunotte (b. 1948 in St. Paul, Minnesota) is an American post-bop jazz musician, noted as a pianist, organist, music arranger, and composer.
Gary Brunotte (b. 1948 in St. Paul, Minnesota) is an American post-bop jazz musician, noted as a pianist, organist, music arranger, and composer.
Gene Harris
Gene Harris (September 1, 1933, Benton Harbor, Michigan – January 16, 2000) was an American jazz pianist known for his warm sound and blues and gospel infused style that is known as soul jazz.
Gene Harris (September 1, 1933, Benton Harbor, Michigan – January 16, 2000) was an American jazz pianist known for his warm sound and blues and gospel infused style that is known as soul jazz.
Gene Rodgers
Gene Rodgers (March 5, 1910, New York City - October 23, 1987, New York City) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Gene Rodgers (March 5, 1910, New York City - October 23, 1987, New York City) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Gene Russell
Gene Russell (1932-1981) was an American pop, jazz, and soul keyboardist who played acoustic and Fender Rhodes.
Gene Russell (1932-1981) was an American pop, jazz, and soul keyboardist who played acoustic and Fender Rhodes.
Geoff Stradling
Geoff Stradling (born May 19, 1955 in Bellingham, Washington) is an American pianist, keyboardist, composer, arranger and orchestrator.
Geoff Stradling (born May 19, 1955 in Bellingham, Washington) is an American pianist, keyboardist, composer, arranger and orchestrator.
George Colligan
George Colligan (born December 29, 1969) is a New York-based jazz pianist, organist, drummer, trumpet player, educator, composer and bandleader.
George Colligan (born December 29, 1969) is a New York-based jazz pianist, organist, drummer, trumpet player, educator, composer and bandleader.
George Duke
George Duke is a multi-faceted American musician, known as a keyboard pioneer, composer, singer and producer in both jazz and popular mainstream musical genres.
George Duke is a multi-faceted American musician, known as a keyboard pioneer, composer, singer and producer in both jazz and popular mainstream musical genres.
George Handy
George Handy (born George Joseph Hendleman) (January 17, 1920 – January 8, 1997) was a jazz music arranger, composer and pianist whose musical beginnings were fostered under the tutelage of pian...
George Handy (born George Joseph Hendleman) (January 17, 1920 – January 8, 1997) was a jazz music arranger, composer and pianist whose musical beginnings were fostered under the tutelage of pian...
George Letellier
George Letellier (born October 11, 1957) is an American jazz pianist and composer, currently living in Luxembourg.
George Letellier (born October 11, 1957) is an American jazz pianist and composer, currently living in Luxembourg.
George Russell (composer)
George Allen Russell (June 23, 1923 July 27, 2009) was an American jazz pianist, composer and theorist.
George Allen Russell (June 23, 1923 July 27, 2009) was an American jazz pianist, composer and theorist.
George Shearing
Sir George Shearing, OBE (August 13, 1919 February 14, 2011) was an Anglo-American jazz pianist who for many years led a popular jazz group that recorded for Discovery Records, MGM Records and C...
Sir George Shearing, OBE (August 13, 1919 February 14, 2011) was an Anglo-American jazz pianist who for many years led a popular jazz group that recorded for Discovery Records, MGM Records and C...
George W. Thomas
George Washington Thomas Jr. (born 1885, Houston, Texas - died, according to differing sources, in March, 1930, Chicago, Illinois or 1936 Washington, DC) was a United States blues and jazz piani...
George Washington Thomas Jr. (born 1885, Houston, Texas - died, according to differing sources, in March, 1930, Chicago, Illinois or 1936 Washington, DC) was a United States blues and jazz piani...
George Wallington
George Wallington (born Giacinto Figlia; October 27, 1924, Palermo, Sicily – Cape Coral, Miami, February 15, 1993) was a highly regarded American bop pianist and composer.
George Wallington (born Giacinto Figlia; October 27, 1924, Palermo, Sicily – Cape Coral, Miami, February 15, 1993) was a highly regarded American bop pianist and composer.
George Wein
George Wein is an American jazz promoter and producer who has been called "the most famous jazz impresario" and "the most important non-player.
George Wein is an American jazz promoter and producer who has been called "the most famous jazz impresario" and "the most important non-player.
Gerald Clayton
Gerald William Clayton is a jazz pianist and composer born in Utrecht, Netherlands and raised in Southern California.
Gerald William Clayton is a jazz pianist and composer born in Utrecht, Netherlands and raised in Southern California.
Geri Allen
Geri Allen is an American composer/pianist educator jazz pianist, raised in Detroit, Michigan, and educated in the Detroit Public Schools.
Geri Allen is an American composer/pianist educator jazz pianist, raised in Detroit, Michigan, and educated in the Detroit Public Schools.
Gil Coggins
Alvin Gilbert "Gil" Coggins (August 23, 1928 – February 15, 2004) was an American jazz pianist.
Alvin Gilbert "Gil" Coggins (August 23, 1928 – February 15, 2004) was an American jazz pianist.
Gil Goldstein
Gil Goldstein(born 1950) is American jazz pianist and synthesizer player who started on the accordion.
Gil Goldstein(born 1950) is American jazz pianist and synthesizer player who started on the accordion.
Gildo Mahones
Gildo Mahones (b. June 29, 1929, New York City) is an American jazz pianist.
Gildo Mahones (b. June 29, 1929, New York City) is an American jazz pianist.
Glenn Horiuchi
Glenn Horiuchi (February 27, 1955 – June 3, 2000) was an American jazz pianist, composer, and shamisen player.
Glenn Horiuchi (February 27, 1955 – June 3, 2000) was an American jazz pianist, composer, and shamisen player.
Gregg Karukas
Gregg Karukas is a smooth jazz keyboardist and pianist, originally from the Washington, D.C.-Maryland area.
Gregg Karukas is a smooth jazz keyboardist and pianist, originally from the Washington, D.C.-Maryland area.
Gregory B. Johnson
Gregory B. Johnson (born March 24, 1951) is an United States musician and pianist.
Gregory B. Johnson (born March 24, 1951) is an United States musician and pianist.
Hal Galper
Harold "Hal" Galper is a jazz pianist, composer, arranger, bandleader, educator, and writer.
Harold "Hal" Galper is a jazz pianist, composer, arranger, bandleader, educator, and writer.
Hale Smith
Hale Smith (June 29, 1925 – November 24, 2009) was an American composer, pianist, educator, arranger, and editor.
Hale Smith (June 29, 1925 – November 24, 2009) was an American composer, pianist, educator, arranger, and editor.
Hall Overton
Hall Franklin Overton (February 23, 1920 – November 24, 1972) was an American composer, jazz pianist, and music teacher.
Hall Franklin Overton (February 23, 1920 – November 24, 1972) was an American composer, jazz pianist, and music teacher.
Hampton Hawes
Hampton Hawes (November 13, 1928 – May 22, 1977) was an American bebop and hard-bop jazz pianist, recognized as one of the finest and most influential of the 1950s.
Hampton Hawes (November 13, 1928 – May 22, 1977) was an American bebop and hard-bop jazz pianist, recognized as one of the finest and most influential of the 1950s.
Hank Duncan
Hank Duncan (October 26, 1894–7 June 1968) was an American dixieland jazz pianist born in Bowling Green, Kentucky, probably better known for his work with Fess Williams, King Oliver, Tommy...
Hank Duncan (October 26, 1894–7 June 1968) was an American dixieland jazz pianist born in Bowling Green, Kentucky, probably better known for his work with Fess Williams, King Oliver, Tommy...
Harold Danko
Harold Danko (b. June 13, 1947, Ohio) is an American jazz pianist.
Harold Danko (b. June 13, 1947, Ohio) is an American jazz pianist.
Harold Ivory Williams
Harold Ivory Williams, Jr. (August 25, 1949 - June 9, 2010 ) was an American jazz keyboardist most known for working with Miles Davis, Michal Urbaniak, and the late Rev.
Harold Ivory Williams, Jr. (August 25, 1949 - June 9, 2010 ) was an American jazz keyboardist most known for working with Miles Davis, Michal Urbaniak, and the late Rev.
Harold Mabern
Harold Mabern (born March 20, 1936 in Memphis, Tennessee) is a hard bop and soul jazz pianist.
Harold Mabern (born March 20, 1936 in Memphis, Tennessee) is a hard bop and soul jazz pianist.
Harry Brooks (composer)
Harry Brooks (20 September 1895 in Homestead, PA, USA – 22 June 1970, Teaneck, NJ, USA) was an American writer of popular songs, jazz pianist and composer in the 1920s through the early 1950s.
Harry Brooks (20 September 1895 in Homestead, PA, USA – 22 June 1970, Teaneck, NJ, USA) was an American writer of popular songs, jazz pianist and composer in the 1920s through the early 1950s.
Harry Connick, Jr.
Joseph Harry Fowler Connick, Jr. is an American singer, big-band leader/conductor, pianist, actor, and composer.
Joseph Harry Fowler Connick, Jr. is an American singer, big-band leader/conductor, pianist, actor, and composer.
Harry Gibson
Harry "The Hipster" Gibson (June 27, 1915 – May 3, 1991) was a jazz pianist, singer and songwriter.
Harry "The Hipster" Gibson (June 27, 1915 – May 3, 1991) was a jazz pianist, singer and songwriter.
Harvey Oliver Brooks
Harvey Oliver Brooks was an American pianist and composer.
Harvey Oliver Brooks was an American pianist and composer.
Hazel Scott
Hazel Dorothy Scott (June 11, 1920 – October 2, 1981) was an internationally known, American jazz and classical pianist and singer; she also performed as herself in several films.
Hazel Dorothy Scott (June 11, 1920 – October 2, 1981) was an internationally known, American jazz and classical pianist and singer; she also performed as herself in several films.
Henry Butler
Henry Butler (born September 21, 1949, New Orleans, Louisiana) is an American jazz pianist.
Henry Butler (born September 21, 1949, New Orleans, Louisiana) is an American jazz pianist.
Henry Ragas
Henry Ragas (January 1, 1891 – February 18, 1919) was a jazz pianist who played with the Original Dixieland Jass Band on their earliest recording sessions.
Henry Ragas (January 1, 1891 – February 18, 1919) was a jazz pianist who played with the Original Dixieland Jass Band on their earliest recording sessions.
Herbie Hancock
Herbert Jeffrey "Herbie" Hancock (born April 12, 1940) is an American pianist, keyboardist, bandleader and composer.
Herbert Jeffrey "Herbie" Hancock (born April 12, 1940) is an American pianist, keyboardist, bandleader and composer.
Herbie Nichols
Herbie Nichols, was an American jazz pianist and composer who wrote the jazz standard "Lady Sings the Blues".
Herbie Nichols, was an American jazz pianist and composer who wrote the jazz standard "Lady Sings the Blues".
Herman Chittison
Herman "Ivory" Chittison (October 15, 1908 in Flemingsburg, Kentucky – March 8, 1967 in Cleveland, Ohio) was an American jazz pianist.
Herman "Ivory" Chittison (October 15, 1908 in Flemingsburg, Kentucky – March 8, 1967 in Cleveland, Ohio) was an American jazz pianist.
Herman Foster
Herman Foster (April 26, 1928 – April 3, 1999) was an American bebop jazz pianist.
Herman Foster (April 26, 1928 – April 3, 1999) was an American bebop jazz pianist.
Hod O'Brien
Walter Howard "Hod" O'Brien (b.
Walter Howard "Hod" O'Brien (b.
Horace Henderson
Horace W. Henderson Born in Cuthbert, Georgia, younger brother of Fletcher Henderson, was an American jazz pianist, organist, arranger, and bandleader.
Horace W. Henderson Born in Cuthbert, Georgia, younger brother of Fletcher Henderson, was an American jazz pianist, organist, arranger, and bandleader.
Horace Parlan
Horace Parlan (born January 19, 1931) is an American hard bop and post-bop piano player.
Horace Parlan (born January 19, 1931) is an American hard bop and post-bop piano player.
Horace Silver
Horace Silver, born Horace Ward Martin Tavares Silva in Norwalk, Connecticut, is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Horace Silver, born Horace Ward Martin Tavares Silva in Norwalk, Connecticut, is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Horace Tapscott
Horace Tapscott (born Horace Elva Tapscott, Houston, Texas, April 6, 1934; d. Los Angeles, California, February 27 or February 29, 1999) was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Horace Tapscott (born Horace Elva Tapscott, Houston, Texas, April 6, 1934; d. Los Angeles, California, February 27 or February 29, 1999) was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Hugh Lawson (jazz pianist)
Hugh Lawson, was one of many talented Detroit jazz pianists of the 1950s.
Hugh Lawson, was one of many talented Detroit jazz pianists of the 1950s.
Ida Goodson
Ida Goodson (November 23, 1909 – January 5, 2000) was an American classic female blues and jazz singer plus pianist.
Ida Goodson (November 23, 1909 – January 5, 2000) was an American classic female blues and jazz singer plus pianist.
Ike Cole
Isaac "Ike" Cole (July 13, 1927—April 22, 2001) was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Isaac "Ike" Cole (July 13, 1927—April 22, 2001) was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Irving Aaronson
Irving A. Aaronson (February 7, 1895 – March 10, 1963) was an American jazz pianist and big band leader.
Irving A. Aaronson (February 7, 1895 – March 10, 1963) was an American jazz pianist and big band leader.
Irving Fields
Irving Fields (born August 4, 1915) is an American pianist and lounge music artist who was born in New York City, New York.
Irving Fields (born August 4, 1915) is an American pianist and lounge music artist who was born in New York City, New York.
Isadar
Isadar is an American Pianist, singer-songwriter, musician, recording artist, music video director, and record producer.
Isadar is an American Pianist, singer-songwriter, musician, recording artist, music video director, and record producer.
Israel Tanenbaum
Israel Tanenbaum-Rivera (born March 7, 1961) is a Puerto Rican pianist, record producer, composer, arranger and audio engineer who has produced more than 50 albums and participated in over 100 r...
Israel Tanenbaum-Rivera (born March 7, 1961) is a Puerto Rican pianist, record producer, composer, arranger and audio engineer who has produced more than 50 albums and participated in over 100 r...
J. C. Johnson
Jay Cee Johnson (14 September 1896 - 27 February 1981), usually known as J. C. Johnson and in some sources, mistakenly, as James C. Johnson (not to be confused with his near-contemporary J...
Jay Cee Johnson (14 September 1896 - 27 February 1981), usually known as J. C. Johnson and in some sources, mistakenly, as James C. Johnson (not to be confused with his near-contemporary J...
J. Russel Robinson
Joseph Russel(l) Robinson (July 8, 1892 – September 30, 1963) was a United States ragtime and dixieland jazz pianist and a composer of jazz, blues, and popular tunes.
Joseph Russel(l) Robinson (July 8, 1892 – September 30, 1963) was a United States ragtime and dixieland jazz pianist and a composer of jazz, blues, and popular tunes.
Jack Gardner (musician)
Francis Henry "Jack" Gardner August 14, 1903, Joliet, Illinois – November 26, 1957, Dallas, Texas) was an American jazz pianist.
Francis Henry "Jack" Gardner August 14, 1903, Joliet, Illinois – November 26, 1957, Dallas, Texas) was an American jazz pianist.
Jack Segal
Jack Segal was a pianist and composer of popular American songs, best known for writing the lyrics to Scarlet Ribbons.
Jack Segal was a pianist and composer of popular American songs, best known for writing the lyrics to Scarlet Ribbons.
Jack Wilson (jazz pianist)
Jack Wilson (August 3, 1936 – October 5, 2007) was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Jack Wilson (August 3, 1936 – October 5, 2007) was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Jacky Terrasson
Jacques-Laurent Terrasson (November 27, 1966 in Berlin) is a jazz pianist better known as Jacky Terrasson.
Jacques-Laurent Terrasson (November 27, 1966 in Berlin) is a jazz pianist better known as Jacky Terrasson.
Jaki Byard
Jaki Byard was an American jazz pianist and composer who also played trumpet and saxophone, among several other instruments.
Jaki Byard was an American jazz pianist and composer who also played trumpet and saxophone, among several other instruments.
James Dapogny
James Dapogny (b. September 3, 1940, Berwyn, Illinois) is an American jazz musicologist, pianist and bandleader, active principally in the traditional jazz revival scene.
James Dapogny (b. September 3, 1940, Berwyn, Illinois) is an American jazz musicologist, pianist and bandleader, active principally in the traditional jazz revival scene.
James Hurt
James Maurice Hurt Jr is an African American creative improvisational instrumentalist, composer, producer, songwriter, and sound designer.
James Maurice Hurt Jr is an African American creative improvisational instrumentalist, composer, producer, songwriter, and sound designer.
James Tim Brymn
James "Tim" Brymn, born in Kinston, North Carolina on October 5, 1881 and died in New York City on October 3, 1946, was a jazz musician in the early 1900s from Kinston, North Carolina.
James "Tim" Brymn, born in Kinston, North Carolina on October 5, 1881 and died in New York City on October 3, 1946, was a jazz musician in the early 1900s from Kinston, North Carolina.
James Williams (musician)
James Williams (March 8, 1951, Memphis, Tennessee - July 20, 2004, New York City) was an American jazz pianist.
James Williams (March 8, 1951, Memphis, Tennessee - July 20, 2004, New York City) was an American jazz pianist.
Jamey Aebersold
Jamey Aebersold (born July 21, 1939 in New Albany, Indiana) is an American jazz saxophonist and music educator.
Jamey Aebersold (born July 21, 1939 in New Albany, Indiana) is an American jazz saxophonist and music educator.
Jane Getz
Jane Getz (born January 1, 1942) is an American jazz pianist and session musician.
Jane Getz (born January 1, 1942) is an American jazz pianist and session musician.
Jane Jarvis
Jane Nossette Jarvis (October 31, 1915 – January 25, 2010) was an American jazz pianist.
Jane Nossette Jarvis (October 31, 1915 – January 25, 2010) was an American jazz pianist.
Jane Nossette Jarvis
Jane Nossette Jarvis (October 31, 1915 – January 25, 2010) was an American jazz pianist.
Jane Nossette Jarvis (October 31, 1915 – January 25, 2010) was an American jazz pianist.
Jay McShann
Jay McShann (January 12, 1916 – December 7, 2006) was an American Grammy Award-nominated blues, mainstream jazz, and swing bandleader, pianist and singer.
Jay McShann (January 12, 1916 – December 7, 2006) was an American Grammy Award-nominated blues, mainstream jazz, and swing bandleader, pianist and singer.
Jean Goldkette
John Jean Goldkette (18 March 1893–March 24, 1962) was a jazz pianist and bandleader born in France.
John Jean Goldkette (18 March 1893–March 24, 1962) was a jazz pianist and bandleader born in France.
Jeff Lorber
Jeff Lorber (born November 4, 1952 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American Grammy Award-nominated keyboardist, composer, and record producer.
Jeff Lorber (born November 4, 1952 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American Grammy Award-nominated keyboardist, composer, and record producer.
Jelly Roll Morton
Ferdinand Joseph LaMothe, known professionally as Jelly Roll Morton, was an American ragtime and early jazz pianist, bandleader and composer.
Ferdinand Joseph LaMothe, known professionally as Jelly Roll Morton, was an American ragtime and early jazz pianist, bandleader and composer.
Jeremy Wall
Jeremy Wall is a musician, and along with Jay Beckenstein, he was a founding member of the jazz fusion band Spyro Gyra.
Jeremy Wall is a musician, and along with Jay Beckenstein, he was a founding member of the jazz fusion band Spyro Gyra.
Jeri Southern
Genevieve Lillian Hering, known by her stage name Jeri Southern, (August 5, 1926 - August 4, 1991) was an American jazz pianist and singer.
Genevieve Lillian Hering, known by her stage name Jeri Southern, (August 5, 1926 - August 4, 1991) was an American jazz pianist and singer.
Jess Stacy
Jess Stacy (August 11, 1904 – January 1, 1995) was an American jazz pianist who gained prominence during the Swing era.
Jess Stacy (August 11, 1904 – January 1, 1995) was an American jazz pianist who gained prominence during the Swing era.
Jesse Green
Jesse Green is an American professional jazz pianist, composer, arranger, producer, and teacher.
Jesse Green is an American professional jazz pianist, composer, arranger, producer, and teacher.
Jessica Williams
Jessica Jennifer Williams is an American pianist and composer who has deep roots in jazz.
Jessica Jennifer Williams is an American pianist and composer who has deep roots in jazz.
Jim McNeely
Jim McNeely (born May 18, 1949) is a Grammy award winning jazz pianist, composer, and arranger.
Jim McNeely (born May 18, 1949) is a Grammy award winning jazz pianist, composer, and arranger.
Jimmy Blythe
Jimmy Blythe was an influential American jazz and boogie-woogie pianist.
Jimmy Blythe was an influential American jazz and boogie-woogie pianist.
Jimmy Jones (pianist)
James Henry "Jimmy" Jones (December 30, 1918, Memphis, Tennessee - April 29, 1982, Burbank, Los Angeles) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
James Henry "Jimmy" Jones (December 30, 1918, Memphis, Tennessee - April 29, 1982, Burbank, Los Angeles) was an American jazz pianist and arranger.
Jimmy Reynolds
James Russel "Jimmy" Reynolds (August 5, 1904 – February 16, 1963) was an American jazz pianist.
James Russel "Jimmy" Reynolds (August 5, 1904 – February 16, 1963) was an American jazz pianist.
Jimmy Rowles
Jimmy Rowles was an American jazz pianist who was best known as an accompanist.
Jimmy Rowles was an American jazz pianist who was best known as an accompanist.
Jodie Christian
Jodie Christian was an American jazz pianist, noted for bebop and free jazz.
Jodie Christian was an American jazz pianist, noted for bebop and free jazz.
Joe Albany
Joseph Albani, known as Joe Albany was an American jazz pianist.
Joseph Albani, known as Joe Albany was an American jazz pianist.
Joe Bishop
Joe Bishop was an American jazz multi-instrumentalist and composer.
Joe Bishop was an American jazz multi-instrumentalist and composer.
Joe Bonner
Joe Bonner (born April 20, 1948) is a jazz pianist who is featured in The Bonner Party, a jazz quartet.
Joe Bonner (born April 20, 1948) is a jazz pianist who is featured in The Bonner Party, a jazz quartet.
Joe Bushkin
Joe Bushkin (November 7, 1916 - November 3, 2004) was a jazz pianist who began by playing trumpet and piano with New York City dance bands.
Joe Bushkin (November 7, 1916 - November 3, 2004) was a jazz pianist who began by playing trumpet and piano with New York City dance bands.
Joe Castro (musician)
Joe Castro (August 15, 1927 - December 13, 2009) was an American bebop jazz pianist, based primarily on the West Coast of the United States.
Joe Castro (August 15, 1927 - December 13, 2009) was an American bebop jazz pianist, based primarily on the West Coast of the United States.
Joe Chambers
Joe Chambers is an American jazz drummer, pianist, vibraphonist and composer.
Joe Chambers is an American jazz drummer, pianist, vibraphonist and composer.
Joe Loco
Joe Loco (March 26, 1921, New York City - March 7, 1988) was an American Latin jazz and Latin pop pianist and arranger.
Joe Loco (March 26, 1921, New York City - March 7, 1988) was an American Latin jazz and Latin pop pianist and arranger.
Joe Robichaux
Joe Robichaux was an American jazz pianist.
Joe Robichaux was an American jazz pianist.
Joe Sanders
Joseph L. "Joe" Sanders (October 15, 1896, Thayer, Kansas - May 14, 1965, Kansas City, Missouri) was an American jazz pianist, singer, and bandleader associated with Kansas City jazz for most of...
Joseph L. "Joe" Sanders (October 15, 1896, Thayer, Kansas - May 14, 1965, Kansas City, Missouri) was an American jazz pianist, singer, and bandleader associated with Kansas City jazz for most of...
Joe Springer
Joe Springer (b. May 22, 1916, New York) was an American jazz pianist.
Joe Springer (b. May 22, 1916, New York) was an American jazz pianist.
Joe Turner (jazz pianist)
Joe Turner (November 3, 1907 – July 21, 1990) was an American jazz pianist.
Joe Turner (November 3, 1907 – July 21, 1990) was an American jazz pianist.
Joel Futterman
Joel Futterman (born April 30, 1946, Chicago) is an American jazz pianist and curved soprano saxophonist.
Joel Futterman (born April 30, 1946, Chicago) is an American jazz pianist and curved soprano saxophonist.
Joey Calderazzo
Joey Calderazzo (b. February 27, 1965 in New Rochelle, New York) is a jazz pianist.
Joey Calderazzo (b. February 27, 1965 in New Rochelle, New York) is a jazz pianist.
John Adriano Acea
John Adriano Acea (September 11, 1917 – July 25, 1963) was an American jazz pianist.
John Adriano Acea (September 11, 1917 – July 25, 1963) was an American jazz pianist.
John Altenburgh
John Altenburgh (born April 20, 1960, Wausau Wisconsin) is an American jazz and blues pianist, composer and arranger.
John Altenburgh (born April 20, 1960, Wausau Wisconsin) is an American jazz and blues pianist, composer and arranger.
John Beasley (musician)
John Beasley (born 1960) is an American composer, pianist, producer, and arranger who has recorded and performed with musicians such as Miles Davis, Steely Dan, Chaka Kahn, James Brown, Spice Gi...
John Beasley (born 1960) is an American composer, pianist, producer, and arranger who has recorded and performed with musicians such as Miles Davis, Steely Dan, Chaka Kahn, James Brown, Spice Gi...
John Benson Brooks
John Benson Brooks (February 23, 1917, Houlton, Maine - November 13, 1999, New York City) was an American jazz pianist, songwriter, arranger, and composer.
John Benson Brooks (February 23, 1917, Houlton, Maine - November 13, 1999, New York City) was an American jazz pianist, songwriter, arranger, and composer.
John Campbell (jazz pianist)
John Campbell is a jazz pianist born July 7, 1955 in Bloomington, Illinois.
John Campbell is a jazz pianist born July 7, 1955 in Bloomington, Illinois.
John Colianni
John Colianni (born 1962, Paterson, New Jersey) is an American Jazz pianist, soloist, band leader, recording artist and accompanist.
John Colianni (born 1962, Paterson, New Jersey) is an American Jazz pianist, soloist, band leader, recording artist and accompanist.
John Fischer (pianist)
John Fischer (born 1930 in Antwerp, Belgium) is a pianist, composer and visual artist.
John Fischer (born 1930 in Antwerp, Belgium) is a pianist, composer and visual artist.
John Hicks (jazz pianist)
John Josephus Hicks, Jr. was an American jazz pianist and composer, active in the New York and the international jazz scene from the mid-1960s.
John Josephus Hicks, Jr. was an American jazz pianist and composer, active in the New York and the international jazz scene from the mid-1960s.
John Lewis (pianist)
John Aaron Lewis (LaGrange, Illinois, May 3, 1920 – New York City, March 29, 2001) was an American jazz pianist, composer and arranger best known as the musical director of the Modern Jazz Quartet.
John Aaron Lewis (LaGrange, Illinois, May 3, 1920 – New York City, March 29, 2001) was an American jazz pianist, composer and arranger best known as the musical director of the Modern Jazz Quartet.
John Malachi
John Malachi (born September 6, 1919 – February 11, 1987) was an American jazz pianist born in Red Springs, North Carolina, who was a member of the epochal Billy Eckstine Bebop Orchestra i...
John Malachi (born September 6, 1919 – February 11, 1987) was an American jazz pianist born in Red Springs, North Carolina, who was a member of the epochal Billy Eckstine Bebop Orchestra i...
John Medeski
Anthony John Medeski (born June 28, 1965) is an American jazz keyboards player and composer.
Anthony John Medeski (born June 28, 1965) is an American jazz keyboards player and composer.
John Mehegan
John Mehegan (June 6, 1916 – April 3, 1984) was an American jazz pianist, lecturer and critic.
John Mehegan (June 6, 1916 – April 3, 1984) was an American jazz pianist, lecturer and critic.
John Roache
John Edward Roache was an accomplished pianist, and prolific MIDI sequencer, exponent and composer of Ragtime; notable for his involvement with and contribution to the international "Ragtime Rin...
John Edward Roache was an accomplished pianist, and prolific MIDI sequencer, exponent and composer of Ragtime; notable for his involvement with and contribution to the international "Ragtime Rin...
John Sheridan (jazz)
John Sheridan (born ) is an American jazz pianist and arranger born in Columbus, Ohio, perhaps best known for his work with the Jim Cullum Jazz Band.
John Sheridan (born ) is an American jazz pianist and arranger born in Columbus, Ohio, perhaps best known for his work with the Jim Cullum Jazz Band.
Johnny Costa
Johnny Costa (January 17, 1922 – October 11, 1996) was an American jazz pianist, born in Arnold, Pennsylvania.
Johnny Costa (January 17, 1922 – October 11, 1996) was an American jazz pianist, born in Arnold, Pennsylvania.
Johnny Guarnieri
Johnny Guarnieri was an American virtuoso jazz and stride pianist, born in New York City, perhaps best-known for his big band stints with Benny Goodman in 1939 and with Artie Shaw in 1940.
Johnny Guarnieri was an American virtuoso jazz and stride pianist, born in New York City, perhaps best-known for his big band stints with Benny Goodman in 1939 and with Artie Shaw in 1940.
Johnny O'Neal
Johnny O'Neal, born October 10, 1956 in Detroit, Michigan, is an American Neo-bop jazz pianist.
Johnny O'Neal, born October 10, 1956 in Detroit, Michigan, is an American Neo-bop jazz pianist.
Johnny Varro
Johnny Varro (born in 1930 in Brooklyn, New York) is a pianist with roots in the swing style of jazz.
Johnny Varro (born in 1930 in Brooklyn, New York) is a pianist with roots in the swing style of jazz.
Jon Jang
Jon Jang (; born March 11, 1954) is an American jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader.
Jon Jang (; born March 11, 1954) is an American jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader.
Jon Marks
Jon Marks (Slough, Buckinghamshire, England, July 11, 1947 - Berlin, Germany, July 23, 2007) was a New Orleans jazz pianist.
Jon Marks (Slough, Buckinghamshire, England, July 11, 1947 - Berlin, Germany, July 23, 2007) was a New Orleans jazz pianist.
Jon Mayer
Jon Mayer (born September 7, 1938 in New York, New York) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Jon Mayer (born September 7, 1938 in New York, New York) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Jon Weber
Jon Weber is a New York City and Chicago-based jazz pianist and composer whose compositions and performances have met critical and popular acclaim in many countries around the world.
Jon Weber is a New York City and Chicago-based jazz pianist and composer whose compositions and performances have met critical and popular acclaim in many countries around the world.
Jonathan Batiste
Jonathan Batiste is a musician, educator and entertainer from Kenner, Louisiana, United States.
Jonathan Batiste is a musician, educator and entertainer from Kenner, Louisiana, United States.
Jonny King
Jonny King (Jonathan Z. King, born 2 February 1965, New York City, New York,) is an American jazz pianist.
Jonny King (Jonathan Z. King, born 2 February 1965, New York City, New York,) is an American jazz pianist.
Jorge Dalto
Jorge Dalto (July 7, 1948 - October 27, 1987) was a pop, jazz and Afro-Latin pianist and the former musical director for George Benson.
Jorge Dalto (July 7, 1948 - October 27, 1987) was a pop, jazz and Afro-Latin pianist and the former musical director for George Benson.
Jose Valdes
Jose Angel Valdes (born August 4, 1957 in Chicago, Illinois) is Chicago-based, Mexican American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Jose Angel Valdes (born August 4, 1957 in Chicago, Illinois) is Chicago-based, Mexican American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Joseph "Flip" Nuñez
Joseph "Flip" Nuñez was an American jazz pianist, composer, and vocalist of Filipino descent.
Joseph "Flip" Nuñez was an American jazz pianist, composer, and vocalist of Filipino descent.
Joyce Collins
Joyce Collins was a jazz pianist, singer and educator.
Joyce Collins was a jazz pianist, singer and educator.
Julian Waterfall Pollack
Julian Waterfall Pollack (born June 28, 1988) is an American pianist, composer, and singer-songwriter associated with jazz, post-bop, and pop music.
Julian Waterfall Pollack (born June 28, 1988) is an American pianist, composer, and singer-songwriter associated with jazz, post-bop, and pop music.
Junior Mance
Julian Clifford Mance, Jr. (known as Junior Mance, born 10 October 1928, Evanston, Illinois) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Julian Clifford Mance, Jr. (known as Junior Mance, born 10 October 1928, Evanston, Illinois) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Justin Clay Perry
Justin Clay Perry is an American jazz, pop, and Latin pianist best known for his arrangements heard behind numerous recording artists.
Justin Clay Perry is an American jazz, pop, and Latin pianist best known for his arrangements heard behind numerous recording artists.
Justin Hayford
Justin Hayford is a Chicago-based singer and pianist.
Justin Hayford is a Chicago-based singer and pianist.
Karrin Allyson
Karrin Allyson (pronounced KAH-rin; born Karrin Allyson Schoonover on July 27, 1963 in Great Bend, Kansas) is an American jazz vocalist.
Karrin Allyson (pronounced KAH-rin; born Karrin Allyson Schoonover on July 27, 1963 in Great Bend, Kansas) is an American jazz vocalist.
Keith Jarrett
Keith Jarrett (born May 8, 1945, in Allentown, Pennsylvania) is an American pianist and composer who performs both jazz and classical music.
Keith Jarrett (born May 8, 1945, in Allentown, Pennsylvania) is an American pianist and composer who performs both jazz and classical music.
Keni Burke
Kenneth M. Burke, better known as Keni Burke, is an American R&B, soul, funk, and jazz singer, songwriter, record producer, and multi-instrumentalist who began his career as a member of th...
Kenneth M. Burke, better known as Keni Burke, is an American R&B, soul, funk, and jazz singer, songwriter, record producer, and multi-instrumentalist who began his career as a member of th...
Kenneth Ascher
Kenneth "Kenny" Lee Ascher (born October 26, 1944 in Washington, D.C.) is an American jazz pianist, composer, and arranger who is active in jazz, rock, classical, and musical theater genres &mda...
Kenneth "Kenny" Lee Ascher (born October 26, 1944 in Washington, D.C.) is an American jazz pianist, composer, and arranger who is active in jazz, rock, classical, and musical theater genres &mda...
Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne
Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne is an American blues, boogie-woogie and jazz pianist, singer and songwriter.
Kenny "Blues Boss" Wayne is an American blues, boogie-woogie and jazz pianist, singer and songwriter.
Kenny Cox
Kenny Cox (November 8, 1940 – December 19, 2008) was a jazz pianist performing in the post bop, hard bop and bebop mediums.
Kenny Cox (November 8, 1940 – December 19, 2008) was a jazz pianist performing in the post bop, hard bop and bebop mediums.
Kenny Drew, Jr.
Kenny Drew, Jr., son of jazz pianist Kenny Drew, is an American jazz pianist.
Kenny Drew, Jr., son of jazz pianist Kenny Drew, is an American jazz pianist.
Kenny Kirkland
Kenneth David “Kenny” Kirkland was an American pianist/keyboardist.
Kenneth David “Kenny” Kirkland was an American pianist/keyboardist.
Kevin Hays
Kevin Hays (born May 1, 1968 in New York City) is a jazz pianist.
Kevin Hays (born May 1, 1968 in New York City) is a jazz pianist.
Kevin Toney
Kevin Toney is an American pianist and composer, known as an original member of The Blackbyrds and now is a solo artist and performer.
Kevin Toney is an American pianist and composer, known as an original member of The Blackbyrds and now is a solo artist and performer.
Kim Pensyl
Kim Pensyl is a pop-jazz and New Age music keyboardist.
Kim Pensyl is a pop-jazz and New Age music keyboardist.
King Fleming
Walter "King" Fleming (born May 4, 1922, Chicago, Illinois) is an American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Walter "King" Fleming (born May 4, 1922, Chicago, Illinois) is an American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Kirk Stuart
Charles Kincheloe "Kirk" Stuart (April 13, 1934, Charleston, West Virginia - December 17, 1982) was an American jazz pianist and educator.
Charles Kincheloe "Kirk" Stuart (April 13, 1934, Charleston, West Virginia - December 17, 1982) was an American jazz pianist and educator.
Knocky Parker
Knocky Parker (August 8, 1918, Palmer, Texas - September 3, 1986, Los Angeles) was an American jazz pianist.
Knocky Parker (August 8, 1918, Palmer, Texas - September 3, 1986, Los Angeles) was an American jazz pianist.
LaMont Johnson
LaMont Johnson was an American jazz pianist who played in the hard bop and post-bop genres.
LaMont Johnson was an American jazz pianist who played in the hard bop and post-bop genres.
Lanny Steele
Robert L. Steele ("Lanny") (b Dec 30, 1933; d Oct 21, 1994) was an American jazz pianist, music educator, composer, and jazz festival promoter.
Robert L. Steele ("Lanny") (b Dec 30, 1933; d Oct 21, 1994) was an American jazz pianist, music educator, composer, and jazz festival promoter.
Larry Goldings
Larry Goldings (born 1968) is an American pianist, organist, producer/arranger and composer.
Larry Goldings (born 1968) is an American pianist, organist, producer/arranger and composer.
Larry Novak
Lawrence R. "Larry" Novak (b.
Lawrence R. "Larry" Novak (b.
Larry Willis
Larry Willis (born Lawrence Elliott Willis, December 20, 1942, New York City, United States) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Larry Willis (born Lawrence Elliott Willis, December 20, 1942, New York City, United States) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Lee Tomboulian
Lee Tomboulian (born 8 January 1960) is an American jazz pianist.
Lee Tomboulian (born 8 January 1960) is an American jazz pianist.
Lennie Tristano
Leonard Joseph Tristano was a jazz pianist, composer and teacher of jazz improvisation.
Leonard Joseph Tristano was a jazz pianist, composer and teacher of jazz improvisation.
Leo Baxter
Leo Baxter was born in northern Clay County, Indiana, in 1893.
Leo Baxter was born in northern Clay County, Indiana, in 1893.
Les McCann
Les McCann is an American soul jazz piano player and vocalist whose biggest successes came as a crossover artist into R&B and soul.
Les McCann is an American soul jazz piano player and vocalist whose biggest successes came as a crossover artist into R&B and soul.
Lewis Porter
Lewis Porter is a jazz pianist and musicologist, educator and author.
Lewis Porter is a jazz pianist and musicologist, educator and author.
Lil Hardin Armstrong
Lil Hardin Armstrong was a jazz pianist, composer, arranger, singer, and bandleader, and the second wife of Louis Armstrong with whom she collaborated on many recordings in the 1920s.
Lil Hardin Armstrong was a jazz pianist, composer, arranger, singer, and bandleader, and the second wife of Louis Armstrong with whom she collaborated on many recordings in the 1920s.
Lisa Hilton (musician)
Lisa Hilton is an American jazz pianist, composer and bandleader, producer and writer based in the greater Los Angeles area.
Lisa Hilton is an American jazz pianist, composer and bandleader, producer and writer based in the greater Los Angeles area.
Little Brother Montgomery
Eurreal Wilford "Little Brother" Montgomery (April 18, 1906 – September 6, 1985) was a jazz and blues pianist and singer.
Eurreal Wilford "Little Brother" Montgomery (April 18, 1906 – September 6, 1985) was a jazz and blues pianist and singer.
Lonnie Liston Smith
Lonnie Liston Smith, Jr. is an American jazz, soul, and funk musician who played with important free jazz artists such as Pharoah Sanders and Miles Davis before forming Lonnie Liston Smith And T...
Lonnie Liston Smith, Jr. is an American jazz, soul, and funk musician who played with important free jazz artists such as Pharoah Sanders and Miles Davis before forming Lonnie Liston Smith And T...
Loonis McGlohon
Loonis McGlohon was an American songwriter and jazz pianist.
Loonis McGlohon was an American songwriter and jazz pianist.
Lorraine Geller
Lorraine Geller was an American jazz pianist.
Lorraine Geller was an American jazz pianist.
Lou Busch
Louis Ferdinand Busch (July 18, 1910 - September 19, 1979) was a music producer, musician and songwriter who was best known for performing as a pianist under the nickname Joe "Fingers" Carr.
Louis Ferdinand Busch (July 18, 1910 - September 19, 1979) was a music producer, musician and songwriter who was best known for performing as a pianist under the nickname Joe "Fingers" Carr.
Lou Levy (pianist)
Louis A. Levy, generally known as Lou Levy, was a bebop-based pianist who worked with many top jazz artists, later coming to embrace the cool jazz medium and playing in that style as well.
Louis A. Levy, generally known as Lou Levy, was a bebop-based pianist who worked with many top jazz artists, later coming to embrace the cool jazz medium and playing in that style as well.
Lou Stein
Lou Stein (born April 22, 1922, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, died December 11, 2002) was an American jazz pianist.
Lou Stein (born April 22, 1922, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, died December 11, 2002) was an American jazz pianist.
Lowell Davidson
Lowell Davidson (1941–1990) was a jazz pianist from Boston, Massachusetts.
Lowell Davidson (1941–1990) was a jazz pianist from Boston, Massachusetts.
Luis Perdomo (pianist)
Luis Perdomo (born Feb 19, 1971 in Caracas, Venezuela) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Luis Perdomo (born Feb 19, 1971 in Caracas, Venezuela) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Luis Russell
Luis Russell was a jazz pianist and bandleader.
Luis Russell was a jazz pianist and bandleader.
Lyle Mays
Lyle Mays (born November 27, 1953) is an American jazz pianist and composer from Wausaukee, Wisconsin.
Lyle Mays (born November 27, 1953) is an American jazz pianist and composer from Wausaukee, Wisconsin.
Mal Waldron
Malcolm Earl Waldron was an American jazz and world music pianist and composer, born in New York City.
Malcolm Earl Waldron was an American jazz and world music pianist and composer, born in New York City.
Marc Copland
Marc Copland (born May 27, 1948, as Marc Cohen, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Marc Copland (born May 27, 1948, as Marc Cohen, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Marcus Roberts
Marcus Roberts is an American jazz pianist who has achieved fame as a stride pianist committed to celebrating classic standards and jazz traditions.
Marcus Roberts is an American jazz pianist who has achieved fame as a stride pianist committed to celebrating classic standards and jazz traditions.
Marilyn Crispell
Marilyn Crispell (born March 30, 1947 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Marilyn Crispell (born March 30, 1947 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Mark Berman
Mark Berman is a New York City pianist, composer, producer, conductor, music director and arranger.
Mark Berman is a New York City pianist, composer, producer, conductor, music director and arranger.
Mark Kramer (jazz pianist)
Mark Kramer (November 3, 1945- ) is a Philadelphia-born jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and producer/engineer.
Mark Kramer (November 3, 1945- ) is a Philadelphia-born jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and producer/engineer.
Mark Levine (musician)
Mark Levine is a jazz pianist, author and educator.
Mark Levine is a jazz pianist, author and educator.
Mark Soskin
Mark Samuel Soskin (born 1953) is an American jazz pianist based in New York City.
Mark Samuel Soskin (born 1953) is an American jazz pianist based in New York City.
Marlowe Morris
Marlowe Morris (1915 – 1977 or 1978) was an American jazz pianist and Hammond organist.
Marlowe Morris (1915 – 1977 or 1978) was an American jazz pianist and Hammond organist.
Martha Mier
Martha Mier is an independent piano teacher and composer of piano pieces.
Martha Mier is an independent piano teacher and composer of piano pieces.
Martin Denny
Martin Denny (April 10, 1911–March 2, 2005) was an American piano-player and composer best known as the "father of exotica."
Martin Denny (April 10, 1911–March 2, 2005) was an American piano-player and composer best known as the "father of exotica."
Marty Napoleon
Marty Napoleon (born June 2, 1921) is an American jazz pianist born in Brooklyn, New York, perhaps best known for having replaced Earl Hines in Louis Armstrong's All Stars in 1952.
Marty Napoleon (born June 2, 1921) is an American jazz pianist born in Brooklyn, New York, perhaps best known for having replaced Earl Hines in Louis Armstrong's All Stars in 1952.
Marty Paich
Martin Louis "Marty" Paich (January 23, 1925, Oakland, California – August 12, 1995, Santa Ynez, California) was an American pianist, composer, arranger, producer, music director and conductor.
Martin Louis "Marty" Paich (January 23, 1925, Oakland, California – August 12, 1995, Santa Ynez, California) was an American pianist, composer, arranger, producer, music director and conductor.
Marvin Goldstein
Marvin Goldstein (born 1950) is an acclaimed professional pianist and performer.
Marvin Goldstein (born 1950) is an acclaimed professional pianist and performer.
Max Morath
Max Morath is an American ragtime pianist, composer, actor and author.
Max Morath is an American ragtime pianist, composer, actor and author.
McCoy Tyner
McCoy Tyner is a jazz pianist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, known for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet and a long solo career.
McCoy Tyner is a jazz pianist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, known for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet and a long solo career.
Meade Lux Lewis
Meade Lux Lewis was a American pianist and composer, noted for his work in the boogie-woogie style.
Meade Lux Lewis was a American pianist and composer, noted for his work in the boogie-woogie style.
Mel Powell
Mel Powell (born Mel Epstein) (February 12, 1923 – April 24, 1998) was a jazz pianist and composer of classical music.
Mel Powell (born Mel Epstein) (February 12, 1923 – April 24, 1998) was a jazz pianist and composer of classical music.
Mervyn Warren
Mervyn Edwin Warren is an American film composer, record producer, music conductor, music arranger, lyricist, songwriter, pianist, and vocalist.
Mervyn Edwin Warren is an American film composer, record producer, music conductor, music arranger, lyricist, songwriter, pianist, and vocalist.
Michael Cochrane (musician)
Michael Cochrane (born September 4 1948 in Peekskill, Westchester County, New York) is an American jazz pianist who has recorded extensively for SteepleChase Records, as well as Soul Note and La...
Michael Cochrane (born September 4 1948 in Peekskill, Westchester County, New York) is an American jazz pianist who has recorded extensively for SteepleChase Records, as well as Soul Note and La...
Michael Moriarty
Michael Moriarty (born April 5, 1941) is an American-Canadian actor of stage and screen, and a jazz musician.
Michael Moriarty (born April 5, 1941) is an American-Canadian actor of stage and screen, and a jazz musician.
Michael Weiss (composer)
Michael David Weiss, is a jazz pianist and composer best known for his fifteen year association with saxophonist Johnny Griffin.
Michael David Weiss, is a jazz pianist and composer best known for his fifteen year association with saxophonist Johnny Griffin.
Michael Wolff
Michael Blieden Wolff is an American jazz pianist, composer, producer, actor, and jazz educator.
Michael Blieden Wolff is an American jazz pianist, composer, producer, actor, and jazz educator.
Michael Wolff (musician)
Michael Blieden Wolff (born July 31, 1952) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Michael Blieden Wolff (born July 31, 1952) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Michele Rosewoman
Michele Rosewoman is an American jazz pianist born in Oakland, CA. She is most notable for her work and recordings with her Quintessence ensemble as well as for several trio and quartet record...
Michele Rosewoman is an American jazz pianist born in Oakland, CA. She is most notable for her work and recordings with her Quintessence ensemble as well as for several trio and quartet record...
Mickey Tucker
Mickey Tucker (b. April 28, 1941, Durham, North Carolina) is an American jazz pianist and organist.
Mickey Tucker (b. April 28, 1941, Durham, North Carolina) is an American jazz pianist and organist.
Mika Pohjola
Mika Pohjola ( (born December 1, 1971) is a Finnish-born jazz pianist and composer, who resides in New York City.
Mika Pohjola ( (born December 1, 1971) is a Finnish-born jazz pianist and composer, who resides in New York City.
Mike Holober
Mike Holober is an American jazz pianist.
Mike Holober is an American jazz pianist.
Mike Jones (jazz musician)
Mike Jones, born August 11, 1962, has appeared onstage with Penn and Teller for the last seven years, and continues to play with them during their nightly show in Las Vegas.
Mike Jones, born August 11, 1962, has appeared onstage with Penn and Teller for the last seven years, and continues to play with them during their nightly show in Las Vegas.
Mike LeDonne
Michael LeDonne (born 1956 in Bridgeport, Connecticut) is a jazz pianist and organist known for post-bop and hard bop.
Michael LeDonne (born 1956 in Bridgeport, Connecticut) is a jazz pianist and organist known for post-bop and hard bop.
Mike Lipskin
Mike Lipskin is a stride pianist of the pre-bop jazz style, piano instructor, record producer and author.
Mike Lipskin is a stride pianist of the pre-bop jazz style, piano instructor, record producer and author.
Mike Longo
Michael Josef "Mike" Longo is a jazz pianist, composer, and author.
Michael Josef "Mike" Longo is a jazz pianist, composer, and author.
Mike Melvoin
Michael "Mike" Melvoin (May 10, 1937February 22, 2012) was an American jazz pianist, composer, and arranger.
Michael "Mike" Melvoin (May 10, 1937February 22, 2012) was an American jazz pianist, composer, and arranger.
Mike Wofford
Mike Wofford is a jazz pianist born February 28, 1938 in San Antonio, Texas, raised in San Diego, California.
Mike Wofford is a jazz pianist born February 28, 1938 in San Antonio, Texas, raised in San Diego, California.
Milt Buckner
Milt Buckner (10 July 1915 – 27 July 1977) was an American jazz pianist and organist, originally from St. Louis, Missouri.
Milt Buckner (10 July 1915 – 27 July 1977) was an American jazz pianist and organist, originally from St. Louis, Missouri.
Milt Raskin
Milt Raskin (January 27, 1916 - October 16, 1977) was an American swing jazz pianist.
Milt Raskin (January 27, 1916 - October 16, 1977) was an American swing jazz pianist.
Mitch Woods
Mitch Woods (born April 3, 1951, Brooklyn, New York, United States) is an American modern day boogie-woogie, jump blues and jazz pianist and singer.
Mitch Woods (born April 3, 1951, Brooklyn, New York, United States) is an American modern day boogie-woogie, jump blues and jazz pianist and singer.
Mitchel Forman
Mitchel Forman (born January 24, 1956 in Brooklyn, NY) is a jazz and fusion keyboard player currently residing in Southern California.
Mitchel Forman (born January 24, 1956 in Brooklyn, NY) is a jazz and fusion keyboard player currently residing in Southern California.
Monty Alexander
Monty Alexander (born Montgomery Bernard Alexander on June 6, 1944 in Kingston, Jamaica) is a jazz pianist, who also plays the melodica.
Monty Alexander (born Montgomery Bernard Alexander on June 6, 1944 in Kingston, Jamaica) is a jazz pianist, who also plays the melodica.
Mose Allison
Mose John Allison, Jr. (born November 11, 1927, Tippo, Tallahatchie County, Mississippi, United States) is an American jazz blues pianist and singer.
Mose John Allison, Jr. (born November 11, 1927, Tippo, Tallahatchie County, Mississippi, United States) is an American jazz blues pianist and singer.
Mose Vinson
Mose Vinson (1917 – November 2002) was an American boogie-woogie, blues and jazz pianist and singer.
Mose Vinson (1917 – November 2002) was an American boogie-woogie, blues and jazz pianist and singer.
Moultrie Patten
Moultrie Patten (June 10, 1919 – March 18, 2009) was an American actor and jazz musician.
Moultrie Patten (June 10, 1919 – March 18, 2009) was an American actor and jazz musician.
Muhal Richard Abrams
Muhal Richard Abrams is an American educator, administrator, composer, arranger, clarinetist, cellist, and jazz pianist in the Free jazz medium.
Muhal Richard Abrams is an American educator, administrator, composer, arranger, clarinetist, cellist, and jazz pianist in the Free jazz medium.
Nat Jaffe
Nat Jaffe (January 1, 1918 – August 5, 1945) was an American swing jazz pianist.
Nat Jaffe (January 1, 1918 – August 5, 1945) was an American swing jazz pianist.
Nat King Cole
Nathaniel Adams Coles, known professionally as Nat King Cole, was an American musician who first came to prominence as a leading jazz pianist.
Nathaniel Adams Coles, known professionally as Nat King Cole, was an American musician who first came to prominence as a leading jazz pianist.
Nat Pierce
Nat Pierce (16 July 1925 – 10 June 1992) was an American jazz pianist and arranger born in Somerville, Massachusetts, perhaps best-known for being pianist and arranger for the Woody Herman...
Nat Pierce (16 July 1925 – 10 June 1992) was an American jazz pianist and arranger born in Somerville, Massachusetts, perhaps best-known for being pianist and arranger for the Woody Herman...
Neal Creque
Neal Creque whose real name was Earl Neal Creque was an American jazz composer, born April 13, 1940 and originally from the Virgin Islands; he was based in the Cleveland area up until his death.
Neal Creque whose real name was Earl Neal Creque was an American jazz composer, born April 13, 1940 and originally from the Virgin Islands; he was based in the Cleveland area up until his death.
Nina Simone
Eunice Kathleen Waymon, better known by her stage name Nina Simone, was an American singer, songwriter, pianist, arranger, and civil rights activist widely associated with jazz music.
Eunice Kathleen Waymon, better known by her stage name Nina Simone, was an American singer, songwriter, pianist, arranger, and civil rights activist widely associated with jazz music.
Noah Baerman
Noah Baerman (born 1974 in New Haven, Connecticut) is jazz pianist who began studying piano at age eight.
Noah Baerman (born 1974 in New Haven, Connecticut) is jazz pianist who began studying piano at age eight.
Noah Haidu
Noah Haidu is a jazz pianist based in New York City known for using his melodic compositions as a framework for energetic, modernist improvisations.
Noah Haidu is a jazz pianist based in New York City known for using his melodic compositions as a framework for energetic, modernist improvisations.
Norma Teagarden
Norma Teagarden (1911 – 6 June 1996) was a notable jazz pianist.
Norma Teagarden (1911 – 6 June 1996) was a notable jazz pianist.
Norman Simmons (musician)
Norman Simmons (born October 6, 1929) is an American arranger, composer, educator, and most prominently a pianist who has worked extensively with Helen Humes, Carmen McRae, and Sarah Vaughan, An...
Norman Simmons (born October 6, 1929) is an American arranger, composer, educator, and most prominently a pianist who has worked extensively with Helen Humes, Carmen McRae, and Sarah Vaughan, An...
Onaje Allan Gumbs
Onaje Allan Gumbs (born September 3, 1949 in New York City) is a New York-based pianist, composer, and bandleader.
Onaje Allan Gumbs (born September 3, 1949 in New York City) is a New York-based pianist, composer, and bandleader.
Oreste Migliaccio
Oreste Migliaccio (1882–1973) was a jazz pianist and band leader prominent in the 1920s and 1930s.
Oreste Migliaccio (1882–1973) was a jazz pianist and band leader prominent in the 1920s and 1930s.
Orlando DiGirolamo
Orlando DiGirolamo (April 20, 1924 – January 26, 1998) was an American jazz accordionist, pianist, composer, and teacher.
Orlando DiGirolamo (April 20, 1924 – January 26, 1998) was an American jazz accordionist, pianist, composer, and teacher.
Page Cavanaugh
Page Cavanaugh (January 26, 1922, Cherokee, Kansas - December 19, 2008, Los Angeles) was an American jazz and pop pianist, vocalist, and arranger.
Page Cavanaugh (January 26, 1922, Cherokee, Kansas - December 19, 2008, Los Angeles) was an American jazz and pop pianist, vocalist, and arranger.
Pat Flowers
Ivelee Patrick "Pat" Flowers (October 16, 1917, Detroit – October 6, 2000, Detroit) was an American jazz pianist and singer.
Ivelee Patrick "Pat" Flowers (October 16, 1917, Detroit – October 6, 2000, Detroit) was an American jazz pianist and singer.
Patrice Rushen
Patrice Rushen (born Patrice Louise Rushen, September 30, 1954, Los Angeles, California) is a Grammy Award-winning R&B and jazz vocalist, composer and pianist.
Patrice Rushen (born Patrice Louise Rushen, September 30, 1954, Los Angeles, California) is a Grammy Award-winning R&B and jazz vocalist, composer and pianist.
Patricia Barber
Patricia Barber (born November 8, 1955, Chicago, Illinois) is an American jazz and blues singer, pianist, songwriter, and bandleader.
Patricia Barber (born November 8, 1955, Chicago, Illinois) is an American jazz and blues singer, pianist, songwriter, and bandleader.
Patti Bown
Patti Bown (July 26, 1931, Seattle, Washington – March 21, 2008, Media, Pennsylvania) was an American jazz pianist.
Patti Bown (July 26, 1931, Seattle, Washington – March 21, 2008, Media, Pennsylvania) was an American jazz pianist.
Paul Lingle
Paul Lingle (December 3, 1902, Denver, Colorado - October 30, Honolulu, Hawaii) was an American jazz pianist.
Paul Lingle (December 3, 1902, Denver, Colorado - October 30, Honolulu, Hawaii) was an American jazz pianist.
Paul Moer
Paul Moerschbacher, better known as Paul Moer (July 22, 1916 - June 9, 2010), was an American jazz pianist.
Paul Moerschbacher, better known as Paul Moer (July 22, 1916 - June 9, 2010), was an American jazz pianist.
Peck Kelley
John Dickson "Peck" Kelley (22 October 1898–26 December 1980) was an American jazz pianist born in Houston, Texas.
John Dickson "Peck" Kelley (22 October 1898–26 December 1980) was an American jazz pianist born in Houston, Texas.
Peg Meyer's Melody Kings
The Peg Meyer’s Melody Kings were a late 1910s through early 1920s Missouri Swing band.
The Peg Meyer’s Melody Kings were a late 1910s through early 1920s Missouri Swing band.
Peggy Stern
Margaret "Peggy" Stern (born September 22, 1948, Philadelphia) is an American jazz pianist and synthesizer player.
Margaret "Peggy" Stern (born September 22, 1948, Philadelphia) is an American jazz pianist and synthesizer player.
Pete Johnson
Pete Johnson (March 25, 1904 – March 23, 1967) was an American boogie-woogie and jazz pianist.
Pete Johnson (March 25, 1904 – March 23, 1967) was an American boogie-woogie and jazz pianist.
Pete Jolly
Pete Jolly (born Peter Ceragioli Jr., June 5, 1932, New Haven, Connecticut, died November 6, 2004, Pasadena, California) was an American West Coast jazz pianist and accordionist.
Pete Jolly (born Peter Ceragioli Jr., June 5, 1932, New Haven, Connecticut, died November 6, 2004, Pasadena, California) was an American West Coast jazz pianist and accordionist.
Peter Apfelbaum
Peter Apfelbaum (c. 1960) is an American Avant-garde jazz pianist, tenor saxophonist, drummer and composer born in Berkeley, California.
Peter Apfelbaum (c. 1960) is an American Avant-garde jazz pianist, tenor saxophonist, drummer and composer born in Berkeley, California.
Phineas Newborn, Jr.
Phineas Newborn, Jr. (December 14, 1931 in Whiteville, Tennessee – May 26, 1989 in Memphis, Tennessee) was an American jazz pianist, whose principal influences were Art Tatum, Oscar Peters...
Phineas Newborn, Jr. (December 14, 1931 in Whiteville, Tennessee – May 26, 1989 in Memphis, Tennessee) was an American jazz pianist, whose principal influences were Art Tatum, Oscar Peters...
Putney Dandridge
Louis "Putney" Dandridge (January 13, 1902 – February 15, 1946) was an American bandleader, jazz pianist and vocalist.
Louis "Putney" Dandridge (January 13, 1902 – February 15, 1946) was an American bandleader, jazz pianist and vocalist.
Ralph Sutton
Ralph Earl Sutton (4 November 1922–30 December 2001) was an American jazz pianist born in Hamburg, Missouri.
Ralph Earl Sutton (4 November 1922–30 December 2001) was an American jazz pianist born in Hamburg, Missouri.
Ram Ramirez
Roger J. Ramirez (15 September 1913 – 11 January 1994) was a Puerto Rican jazz pianist and composer.
Roger J. Ramirez (15 September 1913 – 11 January 1994) was a Puerto Rican jazz pianist and composer.
Ran Blake
Ran Blake (born April 20, 1935) is an American pianist and composer from Springfield, Massachusetts.
Ran Blake (born April 20, 1935) is an American pianist and composer from Springfield, Massachusetts.
Randy Halberstadt
Randy Halberstadt is an American jazz pianist, composer, recording artist, author, and teacher.
Randy Halberstadt is an American jazz pianist, composer, recording artist, author, and teacher.
Randy Weston
Randy Weston (born April 6, 1926 in Brooklyn, New York), is an American jazz pianist and composer, of Jamaican parentage.
Randy Weston (born April 6, 1926 in Brooklyn, New York), is an American jazz pianist and composer, of Jamaican parentage.
Ray Brown, Jr.
Ray Brown, Jr. (born October 13, 1949) is an American jazz and blues pianist and singer.
Ray Brown, Jr. (born October 13, 1949) is an American jazz and blues pianist and singer.
Ray Bryant
Raphael Homer "Ray" Bryant (December 24, 1931 – June 2, 2011) was an American Jazz pianist and composer.
Raphael Homer "Ray" Bryant (December 24, 1931 – June 2, 2011) was an American Jazz pianist and composer.
Ray Reach
Raymond Everett Reach, Jr. is an American pianist, vocalist and educator residing in Birmingham, Alabama, now serving as Director of Student Jazz Programs for the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame, dire...
Raymond Everett Reach, Jr. is an American pianist, vocalist and educator residing in Birmingham, Alabama, now serving as Director of Student Jazz Programs for the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame, dire...
Ray Santisi
Ray Santisi is an American jazz pianist and educator.
Ray Santisi is an American jazz pianist and educator.
Red Garland
William "Red" Garland was an American hard bop jazz pianist whose block chord style, in part originated by Milt Buckner, influenced many forthcoming pianists in the jazz idiom.
William "Red" Garland was an American hard bop jazz pianist whose block chord style, in part originated by Milt Buckner, influenced many forthcoming pianists in the jazz idiom.
Red Richards
Charles Coleridge "Red" Richards (October 19, 1912, New York City - March 12, 1998, Scarsdale, New York) was an American jazz pianist.
Charles Coleridge "Red" Richards (October 19, 1912, New York City - March 12, 1998, Scarsdale, New York) was an American jazz pianist.
Reginald Robinson
Reginald R. Robinson (born October 19, 1972) is a noted composer and performer of ragtime music.
Reginald R. Robinson (born October 19, 1972) is a noted composer and performer of ragtime music.
Richard M. Jones
Richard M. Jones, born Richard Marigny Jones, (13 June 1892 - 8 December 1945) was a jazz pianist, composer, band leader, and record producer.
Richard M. Jones, born Richard Marigny Jones, (13 June 1892 - 8 December 1945) was a jazz pianist, composer, band leader, and record producer.
Richard Wyands
Richard Wyands (born July 2, 1928 in Oakland, California) is a hard bop pianist best known as a side-man.
Richard Wyands (born July 2, 1928 in Oakland, California) is a hard bop pianist best known as a side-man.
Richie Powell
Richie Powell (September 5, 1931 – June 26, 1956) was an American bebop jazz pianist.
Richie Powell (September 5, 1931 – June 26, 1956) was an American bebop jazz pianist.
Rick DellaRatta
Rick DellaRatta (born October 23, 1961) is an American jazz pianist, composer, and vocalist.
Rick DellaRatta (born October 23, 1961) is an American jazz pianist, composer, and vocalist.
Rick DePiro
Rick DePiro, who is known by his stage name Ricky Dee, is an American Country singer-songwriter, notable and award winning jazz pianist and jazz organist, and a music producer who has reco...
Rick DePiro, who is known by his stage name Ricky Dee, is an American Country singer-songwriter, notable and award winning jazz pianist and jazz organist, and a music producer who has reco...
Rivers Chambers
Rivers Chambers was one of the major leaders in the jazz scene, part of the music of Baltimore.
Rivers Chambers was one of the major leaders in the jazz scene, part of the music of Baltimore.
Robert Walter (musician)
Robert Walter is a keyboard player specializing in instrumental soul jazz on the Hammond B3 organ.
Robert Walter is a keyboard player specializing in instrumental soul jazz on the Hammond B3 organ.
Rodgers Grant
Rodgers Grant was an American jazz pianist, composer, and lyricist.
Rodgers Grant was an American jazz pianist, composer, and lyricist.
Rodney Franklin
Rodney Franklin (born September 16, 1958, Berkeley, California) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Rodney Franklin (born September 16, 1958, Berkeley, California) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Roger Kellaway
Roger Kellaway is an American composer, arranger, and pianist.
Roger Kellaway is an American composer, arranger, and pianist.
Roger Segure
Roger Segure was an American jazz arranger.
Roger Segure was an American jazz arranger.
Roland Hanna
Roland Hanna was an American Jazz pianist.
Roland Hanna was an American Jazz pianist.
Ron Kobayashi
Ron Kobayashi is a jazz pianist and composer based in Southern California, USA. He has performed with Mel Tormé, Margaret Whiting, Herb Jeffries, Tim Weisberg, Eric Marienthal, Jules Day, Peter...
Ron Kobayashi is a jazz pianist and composer based in Southern California, USA. He has performed with Mel Tormé, Margaret Whiting, Herb Jeffries, Tim Weisberg, Eric Marienthal, Jules Day, Peter...
Ronnell Bright
Ronnell Bright (b. Jul. 3, 1930) is an American jazz pianist born in Chicago.
Ronnell Bright (b. Jul. 3, 1930) is an American jazz pianist born in Chicago.
Ronnie Mathews
Ronnie Mathews (December 2, 1935 in New York City – June 28, 2008 in Brooklyn) was an American jazz pianist who worked with Max Roach from 1963 to 1968 and Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers.
Ronnie Mathews (December 2, 1935 in New York City – June 28, 2008 in Brooklyn) was an American jazz pianist who worked with Max Roach from 1963 to 1968 and Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers.
Ross Tompkins
Ross Tompkins (May 13, 1938, Detroit – June 30, 2006, St. Augustine, Florida) was an American jazz pianist.
Ross Tompkins (May 13, 1938, Detroit – June 30, 2006, St. Augustine, Florida) was an American jazz pianist.
Roy Gerson
Roy Gerson is an American jazz pianist.
Roy Gerson is an American jazz pianist.
Roy Kral
Roy Kral (October 10, 1921 in Cicero, Illinois – August 2, 2002 in Montclair, New Jersey) was an American jazz pianist and vocalist best known for his partnership with his wife Jackie Cain as th...
Roy Kral (October 10, 1921 in Cicero, Illinois – August 2, 2002 in Montclair, New Jersey) was an American jazz pianist and vocalist best known for his partnership with his wife Jackie Cain as th...
Rozelle Claxton
Rozelle Claxton (February 5, 1913, Bartlett, Tennessee - March 30, 1995, Lake Forest, Illinois) was an American jazz pianist.
Rozelle Claxton (February 5, 1913, Bartlett, Tennessee - March 30, 1995, Lake Forest, Illinois) was an American jazz pianist.
Russ Freeman (pianist)
Russell Donald Freeman (May 28, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois – June 27, 2002 in Las Vegas, Nevada) was a bebop and cool jazz pianist and composer.
Russell Donald Freeman (May 28, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois – June 27, 2002 in Las Vegas, Nevada) was a bebop and cool jazz pianist and composer.
Russell Ferrante
Russell Keith Ferrante (born 1952) is a jazz pianist from San Jose, California who is a founding member of the group Yellowjackets.
Russell Keith Ferrante (born 1952) is a jazz pianist from San Jose, California who is a founding member of the group Yellowjackets.
Sadik Hakim
Sadik Hakim (born Argonne Thornton on July 15, 1919 in Duluth, Minnesota; died in New York in June 1983) was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Sadik Hakim (born Argonne Thornton on July 15, 1919 in Duluth, Minnesota; died in New York in June 1983) was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Sal Mosca
Sal Mosca (April 27, 1927 – July 28, 2007) was an American jazz pianist who was a student of Lennie Tristano.
Sal Mosca (April 27, 1927 – July 28, 2007) was an American jazz pianist who was a student of Lennie Tristano.
Sam Allen (musician)
Sam Allen (January 30, 1909 – September 1963) was an American jazz pianist.
Sam Allen (January 30, 1909 – September 1963) was an American jazz pianist.
Sam Barsh
Sam Barsh (born Chicago, Illinois 1981) is an American pianist, keyboardist, and record producer based in New York City.
Sam Barsh (born Chicago, Illinois 1981) is an American pianist, keyboardist, and record producer based in New York City.
Sam Wooding
Sam Wooding (17 June 1895 – 1 August 1985) was an expatriate American jazz pianist, arranger and bandleader living and performing in Europe and the United States.
Sam Wooding (17 June 1895 – 1 August 1985) was an expatriate American jazz pianist, arranger and bandleader living and performing in Europe and the United States.
Sanford Gold
Sanford Gold was an American jazz pianist born in Cleveland, Ohio.
Sanford Gold was an American jazz pianist born in Cleveland, Ohio.
Sarah Vaughan
Sarah Lois Vaughan was an American jazz singer, described by Scott Yanow as having "one of the most wondrous voices of the 20th century.
Sarah Lois Vaughan was an American jazz singer, described by Scott Yanow as having "one of the most wondrous voices of the 20th century.
Scott Earl Holman
Scott Earl Holman (born June 4, 1954) is a jazz pianist best known for his contributions to the Chicago jazz community, as well as his 1997 album Don't Wake the Kids.
Scott Earl Holman (born June 4, 1954) is a jazz pianist best known for his contributions to the Chicago jazz community, as well as his 1997 album Don't Wake the Kids.
Seger Ellis
Seger Ellis (July 4, 1904 in Houston, Texas – 1995 in Houston, Texas) was a jazz pianist and vocalist.
Seger Ellis (July 4, 1904 in Houston, Texas – 1995 in Houston, Texas) was a jazz pianist and vocalist.
Sharon Freeman
Sharon Freeman is a jazz pianist and French hornist.
Sharon Freeman is a jazz pianist and French hornist.
Shelly Berg
Shelton Glen ("Shelly") Berg (born August 18, 1955) is a jazz pianist from Cleveland, Ohio.
Shelton Glen ("Shelly") Berg (born August 18, 1955) is a jazz pianist from Cleveland, Ohio.
Shelton Brooks
Shelton Brooks (May 4, 1886 - September 6, 1975) was a popular music and jazz composer who wrote some of the biggest hits of the first third of the 20th century.
Shelton Brooks (May 4, 1886 - September 6, 1975) was a popular music and jazz composer who wrote some of the biggest hits of the first third of the 20th century.
Shirley Horn
Shirley Valerie Horn (May 1, 1934 in Washington, D.C. – October 20, 2005) was an American jazz singer and pianist.
Shirley Valerie Horn (May 1, 1934 in Washington, D.C. – October 20, 2005) was an American jazz singer and pianist.
Simple Complex
Simple Complex A Jazz album of original compositions by Pianist Jon Weber, featuring an unusual ensemble of well-known musicians.
Simple Complex A Jazz album of original compositions by Pianist Jon Weber, featuring an unusual ensemble of well-known musicians.
Sing Miller
Sing Miller (June 17, 1914, New Orleans - May 18, 1990) was an American jazz pianist.
Sing Miller (June 17, 1914, New Orleans - May 18, 1990) was an American jazz pianist.
Slim Gaillard
Bulee "Slim" Gaillard was an American jazz singer, songwriter, pianist, and guitarist, noted for his vocalese singing and word play in a language he called "Vout".
Bulee "Slim" Gaillard was an American jazz singer, songwriter, pianist, and guitarist, noted for his vocalese singing and word play in a language he called "Vout".
Snookum Russell
Snookum Russell (born Columbia, South Carolina, April 6, 1913; died August 1981) was a pianist and leader of a territory band that played tobacco warehouses and dance halls in the South and Midw...
Snookum Russell (born Columbia, South Carolina, April 6, 1913; died August 1981) was a pianist and leader of a territory band that played tobacco warehouses and dance halls in the South and Midw...
Sonny Clark
Conrad Yeatis "Sonny" Clark (July 21, 1931 – January 13, 1963) was an American jazz pianist who mainly worked in the hard bop idiom.
Conrad Yeatis "Sonny" Clark (July 21, 1931 – January 13, 1963) was an American jazz pianist who mainly worked in the hard bop idiom.
Sonny Clay
William Rogers Campbell "Sonny" Clay (May 15, 1899, Chapel Hill, Texas - April 13, 1973, Los Angeles) was an American jazz pianist, drummer, and bandleader, who had an unusual impact on the deve...
William Rogers Campbell "Sonny" Clay (May 15, 1899, Chapel Hill, Texas - April 13, 1973, Los Angeles) was an American jazz pianist, drummer, and bandleader, who had an unusual impact on the deve...
Sonny White
Ellerton Oswald, better known as Sonny White (November 11, 1917, Panama City, Panama - April 28, 1971, New York City) was a jazz pianist who spend most of his life in America.
Ellerton Oswald, better known as Sonny White (November 11, 1917, Panama City, Panama - April 28, 1971, New York City) was a jazz pianist who spend most of his life in America.
Spencer Williams
Spencer Williams was an American jazz and popular music composer, pianist, and singer.
Spencer Williams was an American jazz and popular music composer, pianist, and singer.
Stanley Cowell
Stanley Cowell is an American jazz pianist and founder of the Strata-East Records label.
Stanley Cowell is an American jazz pianist and founder of the Strata-East Records label.
Stephanie Trick
Stephanie Trick is an American stride, ragtime and jazz pianist born in St. Louis, Missouri.
Stephanie Trick is an American stride, ragtime and jazz pianist born in St. Louis, Missouri.
Stephen Scott (jazz pianist)
Stephen Scott (born 1969) is an African American jazz pianist.
Stephen Scott (born 1969) is an African American jazz pianist.
Steve Kuhn
Steve Kuhn (born March 24, 1938, Brooklyn, New York City) is an American jazz pianist, composer and trio leader.
Steve Kuhn (born March 24, 1938, Brooklyn, New York City) is an American jazz pianist, composer and trio leader.
Steve Lewis (musician)
Steve Lewis (March 19, 1896 - c 1941?) was a jazz pianist and composer.
Steve Lewis (March 19, 1896 - c 1941?) was a jazz pianist and composer.
Stu Katz
Stu Katz has been a working jazz pianist and vibraphonist for more than 55 years.
Stu Katz has been a working jazz pianist and vibraphonist for more than 55 years.
Sue Keller
Sue Keller (born on July 7, 1952, in Allentown, PA, USA) is an American ragtime, blues and jazz pianist and singer, who has released several albums.
Sue Keller (born on July 7, 1952, in Allentown, PA, USA) is an American ragtime, blues and jazz pianist and singer, who has released several albums.
Sugar Chile Robinson
Frank Isaac Robinson (born 28 December 1938), known in his early career as a musician as Sugar Chile Robinson, is an American blues and boogie-woogie pianist, singer, and later psychologis...
Frank Isaac Robinson (born 28 December 1938), known in his early career as a musician as Sugar Chile Robinson, is an American blues and boogie-woogie pianist, singer, and later psychologis...
Sumunumus
James Maurice Hurt Jr is an African American creative improvisational instrumentalist, composer, producer, songwriter, and sound designer.
James Maurice Hurt Jr is an African American creative improvisational instrumentalist, composer, producer, songwriter, and sound designer.
Sun Ra
Sun Ra was a prolific jazz composer, bandleader, piano and synthesizer player, poet and philosopher known for his "cosmic philosophy," musical compositions and performances.
Sun Ra was a prolific jazz composer, bandleader, piano and synthesizer player, poet and philosopher known for his "cosmic philosophy," musical compositions and performances.
Suzanne Davis (pianist)
Suzanne Davis (born 1953) is an American jazz pianist.
Suzanne Davis (born 1953) is an American jazz pianist.
Sweet Emma Barrett
"Sweet Emma" Barrett (March 25, 1897, New Orleans, Louisiana – January 28, 1983) was a self-taught jazz pianist and singer who worked with the Original Tuxedo Orchestra between 1923 and 1936...
"Sweet Emma" Barrett (March 25, 1897, New Orleans, Louisiana – January 28, 1983) was a self-taught jazz pianist and singer who worked with the Original Tuxedo Orchestra between 1923 and 1936...
Sy Johnson
Sy Johnson is a jazz arranger and pianist who worked with Charles Mingus in the 1970s.
Sy Johnson is a jazz arranger and pianist who worked with Charles Mingus in the 1970s.
Tadd Dameron
Tadley Ewing Peake "Tadd" Dameron (February 21, 1917 – March 8, 1965) was an American jazz composer, arranger and pianist.
Tadley Ewing Peake "Tadd" Dameron (February 21, 1917 – March 8, 1965) was an American jazz composer, arranger and pianist.
Ted Kooshian
Ted Kooshian (born October 8, 1961) is a New York jazz pianist and keyboardist who has performed with artists that include Aretha Franklin, Chuck Berry, Toni Braxton, Marvin Hamlisch, Sarah Brig...
Ted Kooshian (born October 8, 1961) is a New York jazz pianist and keyboardist who has performed with artists that include Aretha Franklin, Chuck Berry, Toni Braxton, Marvin Hamlisch, Sarah Brig...
Teddy Brannon
Humphrey "Teddy" Brannon (September 27, 1916, Moultrie, Georgia - February 24, 1989, Newark, New Jersey) was an American jazz and blues pianist.
Humphrey "Teddy" Brannon (September 27, 1916, Moultrie, Georgia - February 24, 1989, Newark, New Jersey) was an American jazz and blues pianist.
Teddy Charles
Teddy Charles (born April 13, 1928) is an American jazz pianist, drummer and vibraphone musician.
Teddy Charles (born April 13, 1928) is an American jazz pianist, drummer and vibraphone musician.
Teddy Napoleon
Teddy Napoleon (January 23, 1914 - July 5, 1964) was an American swing jazz pianist.
Teddy Napoleon (January 23, 1914 - July 5, 1964) was an American swing jazz pianist.
Teddy Roy
Theodore Gerald "Teddy" Roy (April 9, 1905, Du Quoin, Illinois - August 31, 1966, New York) was an American jazz pianist.
Theodore Gerald "Teddy" Roy (April 9, 1905, Du Quoin, Illinois - August 31, 1966, New York) was an American jazz pianist.
Teddy Weatherford
Teddy Weatherford (11 October 1903 - 25 April 1945) was a jazz pianist, an accomplished stride pianist.
Teddy Weatherford (11 October 1903 - 25 April 1945) was a jazz pianist, an accomplished stride pianist.
Terry Trotter
Terry Trotter is a studio pianist living in Los Angeles.
Terry Trotter is a studio pianist living in Los Angeles.
Thelonious Monk
Thelonious Sphere Monk was an American jazz pianist and composer considered one of the giants of American music.
Thelonious Sphere Monk was an American jazz pianist and composer considered one of the giants of American music.
Thomas A. Dorsey
Thomas Andrew Dorsey was known as "the father of black gospel music" and was at one time so closely associated with the field that songs written in the new style were sometimes known as "dorseys."
Thomas Andrew Dorsey was known as "the father of black gospel music" and was at one time so closely associated with the field that songs written in the new style were sometimes known as "dorseys."
Thomas Borino
Thomas Borino (born New Haven, Connecticut) is a jazz pianist and organist who currently leads the band Airborne.
Thomas Borino (born New Haven, Connecticut) is a jazz pianist and organist who currently leads the band Airborne.
Timothy J. Tobias
Timothy John Tobias (1 July 1952 in Chicago, Illinois - 23 December 2006 in Chicago, Illinois) was an American composer and musician.
Timothy John Tobias (1 July 1952 in Chicago, Illinois - 23 December 2006 in Chicago, Illinois) was an American composer and musician.
Tiny Bradshaw
Myron C. Bradshaw was an American jazz and rhythm and blues bandleader, singer, composer, pianist, and drummer from Youngstown, Ohio.
Myron C. Bradshaw was an American jazz and rhythm and blues bandleader, singer, composer, pianist, and drummer from Youngstown, Ohio.
Tiny Parham
Hartzell Strathdene "Tiny" Parham was a Canadian-born American jazz bandleader and pianist of African-American descent.
Hartzell Strathdene "Tiny" Parham was a Canadian-born American jazz bandleader and pianist of African-American descent.
Todd Cochran
Todd Cochran, later Bayete and Umbra Zindiko is a prolific American pianist, keyboard and synthesizer player.
Todd Cochran, later Bayete and Umbra Zindiko is a prolific American pianist, keyboard and synthesizer player.
Todd Rhodes
Todd Rhodes (August 31, 1900 – June 4, 1965) was an American pianist and arranger and was an early influence in jazz and later on in R&B.
Todd Rhodes (August 31, 1900 – June 4, 1965) was an American pianist and arranger and was an early influence in jazz and later on in R&B.
Tom McDermott (musician)
Tom McDermott is a pianist and composer born in St. Louis, Missouri, USA in 1957.
Tom McDermott is a pianist and composer born in St. Louis, Missouri, USA in 1957.
Tom Vaughn (musician)
Father Tom Vaughn was an American Jazz pianist and Episcopalian priest.
Father Tom Vaughn was an American Jazz pianist and Episcopalian priest.
Tommy Flanagan
Thomas Lee Flanagan was an American jazz pianist born in Detroit, Michigan, particularly remembered for his work with Ella Fitzgerald.
Thomas Lee Flanagan was an American jazz pianist born in Detroit, Michigan, particularly remembered for his work with Ella Fitzgerald.
Tommy Muellner
Thomas Michael Muellner is an American Jazz Pianist that is Chicago-based.
Thomas Michael Muellner is an American Jazz Pianist that is Chicago-based.
Tony Aless
Anthony Alessandrini, better known by his stage name Tony Aless was an American jazz pianist.
Anthony Alessandrini, better known by his stage name Tony Aless was an American jazz pianist.
Tony Burrello
Tony Burrello was an American jazz pianist and songwriter, perhaps best known for the 1953 novelty record "There's a New Sound", written with Tom Murray.
Tony Burrello was an American jazz pianist and songwriter, perhaps best known for the 1953 novelty record "There's a New Sound", written with Tom Murray.
Tony DeSare
Tony DeSare is a jazz singer, pianist and songwriter.
Tony DeSare is a jazz singer, pianist and songwriter.
Toshiko Akiyoshi
Toshiko Akiyoshi is a Japanese American jazz pianist, composer/arranger and bandleader.
Toshiko Akiyoshi is a Japanese American jazz pianist, composer/arranger and bandleader.
Travis Shook
Travis Shook (born 1969 in Oroville, California) is a jazz pianist who made his eponymous Columbia Records debut in a quartet that included Tony Williams and Bunky Green.
Travis Shook (born 1969 in Oroville, California) is a jazz pianist who made his eponymous Columbia Records debut in a quartet that included Tony Williams and Bunky Green.
Trudy Pitts
Gertrude E. "Trudy" Pitts was an American soul jazz keyboardist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Gertrude E. "Trudy" Pitts was an American soul jazz keyboardist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Tuts Washington
Isidore "Tuts" Washington was an American Louisiana blues pianist, who exemplified the New Orleans rhythm and blues style, also made famous by musicians such as Professor Longhair.
Isidore "Tuts" Washington was an American Louisiana blues pianist, who exemplified the New Orleans rhythm and blues style, also made famous by musicians such as Professor Longhair.
Una Mae Carlisle
Una Mae Carlisle (December 26, 1915, Xenia, Ohio - November 7, 1956, New York City) was an American jazz singer, pianist, and songwriter.
Una Mae Carlisle (December 26, 1915, Xenia, Ohio - November 7, 1956, New York City) was an American jazz singer, pianist, and songwriter.
Uri Caine
Uri Caine (born June 8, 1956 in Philadelphia) is an American classical and jazz pianist and composer.
Uri Caine (born June 8, 1956 in Philadelphia) is an American classical and jazz pianist and composer.
Valdo Williams
Valdo Williams was a little-known post bop free jazz pianist best known for his trio work with Reggie Johnson and Stu Martin, who recorded together for the Savoy record label.
Valdo Williams was a little-known post bop free jazz pianist best known for his trio work with Reggie Johnson and Stu Martin, who recorded together for the Savoy record label.
Vernell Brown, Jr.
Vernell Brown, Jr. born August 13, 1971 is a jazz and Rhythm & Blues pianist.
Vernell Brown, Jr. born August 13, 1971 is a jazz and Rhythm & Blues pianist.
Victor Noriega (pianist)
Victor Noriega (born May 5, 1978 in Vancouver) is a Filipino American jazz pianist, based in Seattle.
Victor Noriega (born May 5, 1978 in Vancouver) is a Filipino American jazz pianist, based in Seattle.
Victor Stancarone
Victor "Sonny" Stancarone is an American Internet personality, holistic health & wellness teacher, improvisational jazz pianist, and graduate from Adelphi University.
Victor "Sonny" Stancarone is an American Internet personality, holistic health & wellness teacher, improvisational jazz pianist, and graduate from Adelphi University.
Vijay Iyer
Vijay Iyer is a jazz pianist, composer, bandleader, producer, electronic musician, and writer based in New York City.
Vijay Iyer is a jazz pianist, composer, bandleader, producer, electronic musician, and writer based in New York City.
Vince Guaraldi
Vincent Anthony "Vince" Guaraldi was an Italian-American jazz musician and pianist noted for his innovative compositions and arrangements and for composing music for animated adaptat...
Vincent Anthony "Vince" Guaraldi was an Italian-American jazz musician and pianist noted for his innovative compositions and arrangements and for composing music for animated adaptat...
Wade Legge
Wade Legge was an American jazz pianist and bassist.
Wade Legge was an American jazz pianist and bassist.
Wally Rose
Wally Rose (October 2, 1913, Oakland, California - January 12, 1997, Walnut Creek, California) was an American jazz and ragtime pianist.
Wally Rose (October 2, 1913, Oakland, California - January 12, 1997, Walnut Creek, California) was an American jazz and ragtime pianist.
Walt Harper
Walt Harper (July 3, 1926 – October 25, 2006) was an American jazz pianist and influential nightclub owner.
Walt Harper (July 3, 1926 – October 25, 2006) was an American jazz pianist and influential nightclub owner.
Walter Bishop, Jr.
Walter Bishop, Jr. (April 10, 1927 – January 24, 1998) was an American bop and hard bop jazz pianist.
Walter Bishop, Jr. (April 10, 1927 – January 24, 1998) was an American bop and hard bop jazz pianist.
Walter Davis, Jr.
Walter Davis, Jr. (September 2, 1932, Richmond, Virginia; – June 2, 1990, New York City) was an American hard bop pianist.
Walter Davis, Jr. (September 2, 1932, Richmond, Virginia; – June 2, 1990, New York City) was an American hard bop pianist.
Walter Norris
Walter Norris was an American pianist and composer.
Walter Norris was an American pianist and composer.
Walter Roland
Walter Roland was an American blues, boogie-woogie and jazz pianist, guitarist and singer, noted for his association with Lucille Bogan, Josh White and Sonny Scott.
Walter Roland was an American blues, boogie-woogie and jazz pianist, guitarist and singer, noted for his association with Lucille Bogan, Josh White and Sonny Scott.
Warren Bernhardt
Warren Bernhardt (born in November, 1938 in Wausau, Wisconsin) is a noted pianist in jazz, pop and classical music.
Warren Bernhardt (born in November, 1938 in Wausau, Wisconsin) is a noted pianist in jazz, pop and classical music.
Wayne Peet
Wayne Edward Peet (b. December 6, 1954, Dallas) is an American jazz pianist & organist active chiefly on the West Coast jazz scene.
Wayne Edward Peet (b. December 6, 1954, Dallas) is an American jazz pianist & organist active chiefly on the West Coast jazz scene.
Weldon Irvine
Weldon Jonathan Irvine, Jr. (October 27, 1943 – April 9, 2002), also known Master Wel, was an American composer, playwright, poet, pianist and organist.
Weldon Jonathan Irvine, Jr. (October 27, 1943 – April 9, 2002), also known Master Wel, was an American composer, playwright, poet, pianist and organist.
Wilbert Baranco
Wilbert Baranco was an American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Wilbert Baranco was an American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Wild Bill Davis
Wild Bill Davis (November 24, 1918 in Glasgow, Missouri – August 17, 1995 in Moorestown, New Jersey) was the stage name of American jazz pianist, organist, and arranger William Strethe...
Wild Bill Davis (November 24, 1918 in Glasgow, Missouri – August 17, 1995 in Moorestown, New Jersey) was the stage name of American jazz pianist, organist, and arranger William Strethe...
Will Davis (musician)
William E. Davis (born Chicago, February 17, 1926) is a jazz pianist.
William E. Davis (born Chicago, February 17, 1926) is a jazz pianist.
William Ezell
William Ezell was an American blues, jazz, ragtime and boogie-woogie pianist and occasional singer.
William Ezell was an American blues, jazz, ragtime and boogie-woogie pianist and occasional singer.
William Franklin Lee III
William Franklin Lee III, aka Bill Lee was a jazz pianist, composer, arranger, author, and music educator who was renowned for pioneering comprehensive music education, including jazz, at ...
William Franklin Lee III, aka Bill Lee was a jazz pianist, composer, arranger, author, and music educator who was renowned for pioneering comprehensive music education, including jazz, at ...
William Thomas McKinley
William Thomas McKinley is an American composer and jazz pianist.
William Thomas McKinley is an American composer and jazz pianist.
William Turk
William Turk was an American ragtime pianist, who played in the early 1900s in Texas.
William Turk was an American ragtime pianist, who played in the early 1900s in Texas.
Willie "The Lion" Smith
William Henry Joseph Bonaparte Bertholoff Smith (23 November 1893 – 18 April 1973), a.k.a. "The Lion", was an American jazz pianist and one of the masters of the stride style, usuall...
William Henry Joseph Bonaparte Bertholoff Smith (23 November 1893 – 18 April 1973), a.k.a. "The Lion", was an American jazz pianist and one of the masters of the stride style, usuall...
Willie Hall (pianist)
Willie Hall, best known by his colorful nickname Drive 'Em Down, was a New Orleans blues and boogie woogie piano player.
Willie Hall, best known by his colorful nickname Drive 'Em Down, was a New Orleans blues and boogie woogie piano player.
Wynton Kelly
Wynton Kelly (December 2, 1931 – April 12, 1971) was a Jamaican-born jazz pianist, who spent his career in the United States.
Wynton Kelly (December 2, 1931 – April 12, 1971) was a Jamaican-born jazz pianist, who spent his career in the United States.
Xavier Davis
Xavier Davis (born 1971 in Grand Rapids, Michigan) is a jazz pianist who leads the "Xavier Davis Trio."
Xavier Davis (born 1971 in Grand Rapids, Michigan) is a jazz pianist who leads the "Xavier Davis Trio."
Yusuf Salim
Yusuf Salim (born Joseph Blair, 1929-2008) was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Yusuf Salim (born Joseph Blair, 1929-2008) was an American jazz pianist and composer.
Zinky Cohn
Zinky Cohn (August 18, 1908, Oakland, California - April 26, 1952, Chicago) was an American jazz pianist.
Zinky Cohn (August 18, 1908, Oakland, California - April 26, 1952, Chicago) was an American jazz pianist.