Hailed by critics as one of the most accomplished interpreters of the Great American Songbook, John Pizzarelli is known for his brilliant guitar work and smooth vocals. In a career that has produced eighteen recordings and gained international recognition, John has brought classic standards and late night ballads to a new generation ready to swing and swoon. From Carnegie Hall to Melrose Place, John has gained a wide following from his numerous stage, screen and television appearances and is setting the standard for stylish, modern jazz. As a native of Paterson, New Jersey, John Pizzarelli has been playing guitar since age six, following in the tradition of his father, jazz guitar legend  Bucky Pizzarelli. Hanging out with his dad, the young Pizzarelli was exposed to all the great jazz music of the era and at twenty years old, John began his professional career along side his famous father. John later ventured out on his own, and in 1982, formed The John Pizzarelli Trio. The John Pizzarelli Trio with Ray Kennedy on piano and Martin Pizzarelli on bass. You can also find John playing on his father''s recordings, Bucky Pizzarelli as well as on his wife''s CDs, Jessica Molaskey.