Leon Ziligson

Ask any local music critic, talent agency or professional musician to
name the finest pianists in Dallas-Fort Worth area and one name will come up frequently: Leon Ziligson.
Leon was introduced to piano and started piano lessons at a music school for gifted children in Riga, Latvia. He studied classical piano. That gave him a good foundation for all types of music. At 14, Leon discovered American Jazz and was fascinated with that music. He joined Rigas Estrades Orchestra, when he was 18 years old, where he was the youngest member of that orchestra. Later toured with Eddie Rozner Orchestra, Moscow Music Hall and others.
Since making his home in Dallas, Leon has earned respect and praise from faithful following of music lovers for his piano stylings. Leon has played steady performances at 5-star restaurants and hotels such as The Westin, Intercontinental, Fairmont and Crescent Court, The Adolphus and The Anatole. In addition, he was the featured pianist for Dallas Jazz Orchestra recordings. Leon can play almost anything from classical, broad-way, pop, soft rock and country - he plays in various styles and rhythms and his repertoire is virtually unlimited. (link hidden)