Bennett Paster

boogaloofunkjazzsoul jazzLatin jazz

piano, Hammond organ, electric keyboards, Fender Rhodes, Wurlitzer, clavinet

Bennett Paster is a versatile keyboardist, pianist, composer, and bandleader based in Brooklyn, known for his creative work across jazz, Latin jazz, funk, and soul music. With over three decades of experience, he has performed internationally and collaborated with prominent jazz artists including Wallace Roney, Kurt Elling, and Rufus Reid, while also serving as faculty at the Stanford Jazz Workshop. A prolific recording artist and engineer, Paster operates Wash n' Dry Studio and continues to lead ensembles ranging from jazz piano trios to Latin jazz ensembles.