Larry Goldings is a Grammy-nominated American keyboardist and composer celebrated for his soulful command of the Hammond B-3 organ and his genre-defying versatility. Born in Boston in 1968, Goldings began his musical journey with classical piano before diving into jazz, studying under legends like Ran Blake, Keith Jarrett, and Fred Hersch. His early influences—Bill Evans, Oscar Peterson, and Dave McKenna—shaped a style that’s both technically rich and emotionally resonant.
Goldings is best known for his long-running organ trio with guitarist Peter Bernstein and drummer Bill Stewart, hailed by The New York Times as “the best organ trio of the last decade.” His playing blends jazz, funk, blues, and pop with a deep groove and melodic sensitivity, making him a go-to collaborator for artists across genres.
He’s recorded and toured with James Taylor, John Mayer, Michael Brecker, John Scofield, Pat Metheny, and Madeleine Peyroux, among many others. His Hammond organ work is featured on Mayer’s Grammy-winning track “Gravity,” and he was a key contributor to Taylor’s One Man Band tour and live album.
Goldings’ compositions have appeared in films like Space Cowboys, Proof, and Funny People, and he’s scored projects for Netflix and NPR’s This American Life. Whether performing jazz standards or scoring cinematic moments, Goldings brings warmth, wit, and a signature sound that bridges tradition and innovation.
