Denny Zeitlin

Denny Zeitlin is an acclaimed American jazz pianist and composer known for seamlessly bridging the worlds of music and medicine. Emerging on the jazz scene in the early 1960s, Zeitlin quickly made a name for himself with his inventive playing and sophisticated compositions, drawing comparisons to legends like Bill Evans and Herbie Hancock. He recorded for Columbia Records early in his career, producing influential albums such as "Cathexis" and "Carnival."

In addition to his musical career, Zeitlin is also a practicing psychiatrist and professor, balancing both professions with remarkable success. His musical style is adventurous and improvisational, ranging from intimate solo performances to high-energy electric jazz explorations. Over the decades, Zeitlin has continued to push creative boundaries with projects like "Telepathy" and "Expedition," earning respect from both jazz enthusiasts and fellow musicians alike.

Genres

Jazz

Free Jazz

Fusion Music

Avant-garde Jazz

World Fusion

Post-bop

Cool Jazz

Hard Bop

Acid Jazz

Soul Jazz

Related Artists

Brad Mehldau

Chick Corea

Herbie Hancock

Bill Evans

Robert Glasper

Keith Jarrett

Esperanza Spalding

McCoy Tyner

Dave Brubeck

Fred Hersch

Bill Charlap

Aaron Parks

Latest Release

With A Song in My Heart

Denny Zeitlin

Album - 11 Tracks - Released June 6, 2025