Jane Rosalyn Paknia, born on November 30, 2000, in New York City, is an American synthesizer player and composer renowned for her innovative fusion of dance-pop and electronic jazz. Initially an accomplished trumpeter during her teenage years, Paknia transitioned to synthesizers during her studies at Columbia University, where she graduated in 2022. Her debut EP, *Orchid Underneath* (2024), and its follow-up, *Millions of Years of Longing* (2025), showcase her unique sound, blending contemporary jazz with electronic elements. Paknia's work has garnered critical acclaim, with remixes of her tracks receiving notable recognition, including a spot on Pitchfork's best songs of 2024. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jane_Paknia?utm_source=openai))