Bill Charlap

Jazz pianist Bill Charlap, born in NYC, is famed for his lyrical post-bop style. He's performed with icons like Benny Carter and Clark Terry and gained acclaim with his trio albums. Charlap won a Grammy collaborating with Tony Bennett on *Silver Lining: The Songs of Jerome Kern*. Known for interpreting jazz standards, he studied at the High School of Performing Arts and joined Gerry Mulligan's Quartet early in his career. His notable albums include *Uptown, Downtown* and *Street of Dreams*.

Born in New York City, the Bill Charlap Trio, formed in 1997 with Peter Washington (bass) and Kenny Washington (drums), is a leading jazz ensemble. Acclaimed for sophisticated interpretations of the American popular songbook and jazz standards, Charlap's elegant piano playing defines their style. The trio has earned multiple GRAMMY nominations, and Charlap won a GRAMMY for his work with Tony Bennett. Notable albums include "And Then Again" (2024) and "Street of Dreams" (2021).