Joanne Grauer (1939–2013) was an American jazz pianist and composer renowned for her dynamic contributions to the Los Angeles jazz scene. Born into a musical family, she received early piano instruction from her father and later studied under John Mehegan at the Juilliard School. Grauer's career began with a 1957 trio album featuring Buddy Clark and Mel Lewis. She collaborated with notable artists such as Gábor Szabó, Louie Bellson, Al Cohn, and Zoot Sims, and served as a studio musician for film and television. Her 1978 album, "Introducing Lorraine Feather," gained acclaim for its innovative fusion of jazz and funk, with the track "Frog Child" achieving cult status. Grauer's versatile style and enduring influence continue to resonate in the jazz community. ([de.wikipedia.org](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joanne_Grauer?utm_source=openai))