Aaron Diehl with Bernstein and Britt Festival Orchestra

Aaron Diehl, born in Columbus, Ohio, is a renowned jazz pianist and composer celebrated for his swinging acoustic jazz style. Raised in a musical family, Diehl began piano at seven and gained early acclaim touring with Wynton Marsalis. He's collaborated on award-winning projects, including three Grammy-winning albums with vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant. Diehl's notable albums include "The Bespoke Man's Narrative" and "The Vagabond." In 2023, he honored jazz pianist Mary Lou Williams with an orchestral rendition of her "Zodiac Suite," collaborating with The Knights.