Happy birthday! Keith Jarrett turns 80 today

The iconic and legendary pianist turns 80 on Thursday, May. 8, 2025.

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Keith Jarrett is celebrating his 80th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed pianists of his generation.

Popular pianist Keith Jarrett (The Köln Concert, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 80th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Jarrett, a cultural icon

Born in Allentown on May 8, 1945, Keith Jarrett's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Jarrett's not just a great pianist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Keith hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Keith Jarrett as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 80.

Happy Birthday, Keith, you're the best!

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