Kellen Gray is a composer and pianist whose music explores the intersection of classical and jazz traditions. His compositions often draw inspiration from African American spirituals and folk songs, and he is known for his evocative and emotionally resonant works. Gray has performed and recorded with a wide range of artists, including the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and Wynton Marsalis. He is also a dedicated educator, and he has taught at the Juilliard School, the Manhattan School of Music, and the University of Michigan.