Lynne Arriale

Lynne Arriale (born May 29, 1957) is an American jazz pianist, composer and leader. She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She received her Master's Degree from the Wisconsin Conservatory of Music and in her initial training was classical. However her interest in the works of Keith Jarrett and Herbie Hancock led her to jazz. Arriale has recorded 13 highly acclaimed CDs as a leader and has toured and/or recorded with jazz icons Benny Golson, Randy Brecker, George Mraz, Tommy Flanagan, Hank Jones, Monty Alexander, Cedar Walton and Kenny Barron.