Alberto Pibiri is a New York-based Italian jazz pianist and composer with a background in classical music. He has collaborated with many renowned jazz musicians in the New York jazz scene, and has performed at major New York jazz venues such as Smalls, Mezzrow, Blue Note, and the renowned Carnegie Hall.  Alberto has recorded numerous albums as a bandleader and sideman and performed at various festivals in the US and internationally. While actively engaged in the jazz scene as a performer, Alberto earned a Master’s Degree in Jazz Performance from Queens College. He is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Orchestration and Film Scoring.  After 12 years of living and performing in the States, Alberto became a US citizen for his contributions to music.  Alberto’s latest releases include trio album "Stardust," with Essiet O. Essiet (double bass) and Joseph Farnsworth (drums). The record reached the Top 50 on the JazzWeek radio charts in the US.