Yonathan Avishai is a contemporary jazz pianist and composer who has carved a unique niche within the modern jazz landscape, known for his lyrical sensibility and delicate touch on the piano keys. Born in Israel and currently based in France, Avishai is part of a generation of jazz musicians who seamlessly blend cultural influences and a global perspective into their music.

Avishai's discography is reflective of a musician deeply attuned to the nuances of melody and the intimate connections that music can foster among players and listeners alike. "Playing the Room" (2019), a collaborative album with trumpeter Avishai Cohen, showcases his thoughtful interplay and minimalist yet expressive approach to the piano. With releases like "Joys And Solitudes" (2019) and "The Parade" (2022), listeners are invited into Avishai's captivating musical world, where each note and composition tells a story. His work often draws from a rich tapestry of cultural heritages, including his own, as heard in pieces like "Soledad" and the evocative "הרחק הרחק בארץ כוש" (variously translated from Hebrew as "Far Far Away in the Land of Kush"). Whether performing solo or with his Modern Times Trio, Yonathan Avishai's music resonates with a timeless quality and a profound sense of space and emotion.