Roberta Piket

Roberta Piket is a dynamic and innovative jazz pianist, organist, composer, and occasional vocalist hailing from Queens, New York. Born in 1965, she brings a unique blend of swinging rhythms and adventurous harmonic explorations to the world of jazz and improvised music. As the daughter of a European composer and a Great American Songbook singer, Roberta's musical roots run deep. Her piano trio, featuring the sensitive drumming of Billy Mintz, is renowned for its subtle yet swinging interaction, setting a new standard in trio performances. Roberta has garnered critical acclaim, including a 2018 Downbeat Critics Poll Rising Star award, and is respected for her inventive and straight-ahead jazz playing. Her discography includes notable works like "Love and Beauty" (2007), showcasing her ability to create engaging and harmonically rich music.