Jean-Michel Pilc
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About
Self-taught jazz artist who garnered favorable comparisons to such greats as Cecil Taylor, McCoy Tyner, and Michel Petrucciani.
Before Fame
He became known for his unique left-hand technique, which gave his keyboarding an ambidextrous quality.
Trivia
He concertized across 40 countries and collaborated on more than 12 recordings after he moved to Europe.
Family Life
He credited his love of music to his family whom he said listened to a variety of recordings while he was growing up, ranging from jazz to classical.
Associated With
He was Harry Belafonte's musical director and pianist.
