Jazz piano legend Ahmad Jamal has died at the age of 92. The pioneering musician, who was known for his minimalistic playing and compositions that explored space, time and dynamics, passed away at his ...

The history of the jazz piano starts in 1899. By my count, 20 pianists changed the direction of jazz over the course of 75 years. Here are 20 sample tracks in chronological order of those pianists.

A piano trio concert with violinist Arnaud Sussmann, cellist David Finckel and pianist Wu Han is scheduled for April 21, and a Joey Alexander Trio concert featuring the jazz piano prodigy is set for ...

The musician, 28, has won a Grammy for his work with Samara Joy and earned the respect of the elders who mentored him. His debut album is due Friday. By Helene Stapinski On a beautiful day in Harlem a ...

Mr. Solal, who also wrote music for films and symphony orchestras, was revered in Europe and hailed in the United States on his rare visits there. By David A. Andelman Reporting from Paris Martial ...

In 1963, pianist Thelonius Monk released an album of live music called “Live at the Village Gate.” A year earlier, Nina Simone released a similarly titled album. The piano both Monk and Simone played ...

After being in Hollywood for 28 years, the producer of such films as The Way Way Back and Begin Again decided on a different challenge.

Williams was a dazzling player and a favorite at Fresh Air. She died March 10 at 73. We'll listen back to her 1997 performance and interview. This is FRESH AIR. I'm David Bianculli, professor of ...

As the world gingerly steps toward a new reality, traditions can be so important. A Jazz Piano Christmas is one that I cherish every year. This year the full audience was back for holiday music in the ...

Close Up NYC hosts pianist Matthew Shipp with Rob Brown on Nov. 28 and drummer Jonathan Barber’s tribute “Jones, Jones, Jones ...

Purnell Steen, a joyous Colorado jazz pianist-bandleader and tireless civil rights advocate, died on Nov. 18. He was 84.