Roger Williams seated at his Roger Williams Limited Edition Gold Piano, the first Steinway & Sons Art Case Piano ever created to honor a pianist.

Welcome to the Official Roger Williams Website

Welcome to the official home of Roger Williams (1924–2011)—the legendary pianist known around the world as "Mr. Piano." Here you can explore his remarkable life, timeless recordings, historic performances, and enduring musical legacy.

For more than five decades, Roger Williams captivated audiences with his unmistakable style, combining breathtaking virtuosity, lyrical expression, and unforgettable melodies. His recording of "Autumn Leaves" became an American classic, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard charts—the only piano instrumental ever to achieve that distinction—and remains the greatest-selling piano recording of all time.

Throughout an extraordinary career, Roger released more than 125 albums, earned 21 Gold and Platinum records, performed for nine Presidents of the United States, and received some of music's highest honors, including Steinway & Sons' Lifetime Achievement Award and the distinction of becoming the first pianist honored with a Steinway Art Case Piano, The Roger Williams Limited Edition Gold Piano.

Whether you're discovering Roger Williams for the first time or revisiting a lifelong favorite, we invite you to explore his remarkable life and music. Listen to his timeless recordings, browse rare photographs and videos, discover his extraordinary career, and help celebrate the legacy of one of America's most beloved pianists.

His music continues to inspire audiences around the world—proving that great music doesn't fade... it lives on, touching hearts long after the final note.

Autumn Leaves

Roger Williams's recording of "Autumn Leaves" is the only piano instrumental ever to reach No. 1 on the Billboard charts and remains the greatest-selling piano instrumental recording of all time.

Listen to Autumn Leaves with this link:

“Seven singles by Mr. Williams made it onto the Billboard Top 40, perhaps the best known of which — and the one that brought him stardom — was Autumn Leaves.”

— New York Times

Roger Williams Recordings

Roger Williams released more than 125 albums and nearly 200 singles, creating one of the most extensive and enduring catalogs in popular instrumental music.

🎶 Music Store
Browse our Music Store to discover available CDs and DVDs featuring many of Roger Williams's most beloved recordings, memorable performances, and timeless musical treasures.

🎧 Stream & Playlist
Experience Roger Williams's timeless music through the links below on all major streaming platforms, and add his unforgettable recordings to your favorite playlists.

📚 Explore the Discography
Explore Roger Williams's complete recorded legacy through the online music databases below, featuring his comprehensive discography and release history spanning more than six decades.

Discography & Images of Albums / Singles

Singles Discography & Chart Positions