John Colianni

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John Colianni (born 1962, Paterson, New Jersey) is an American Jazz pianist, solist, band leader, recording artist and accompanist. Recorded John Colianni (debut album) Blues-O-Matic and Live at the Maybeck for Concord Records. At nineteen, toured the world as Lionel Hampton's pianist. Was Mel Tormé's pianist for several years. Has recorded with Mel Tormé, Lionel Hampton, Cleo Laine, Emily Remler and many others. Currently serves as pianist for the Les Paul quartet. Original name: John Colaianni, dropped one 'a' in last name. Son of author/activist, James F. Colaianni.