This piano virtuoso is the number one "rock pianist" and a part of an elite fraternity of musical storytellers and poets. He's a musician's musician held in high esteem as evidenced by his three coveted Grammy statuettes and multi-platinum recordings. He's recognized for his contemplative, melodic piano riffs and subtle mix of bluegrass, jazz and rock. He first catapulted onto the scene with his classic The Way It Is , but continues to do his part to keep the acoustic piano fresh and alive in pop music.