Cyrus Chestnut is a renowned jazz pianist, composer, and Steinway Artist celebrated for his soulful blend of gospel, classical, and straight-ahead jazz. With over three decades of contributions to the genre, he has performed with legends such as Betty Carter, Wynton Marsalis, and Aretha Franklin, and captivated audiences at major festivals worldwide. Time magazine calls him “the best jazz pianist of his generation.” His latest album, Rhythm, Melody, and Harmony (HighNote Records), topped the JazzWeek charts for eight consecutive weeks in 2025. A Baltimore native and Berklee graduate, Chestnut continues to bring his signature warmth, swing, and spirit to stages across the globe.