Florian Ross' journey into the lands of jazz began with studies in Cologne and later London and New York, where he honed his skills both as a pianist and a composer. His first album as a leader appeared in 1998. Now he has more than 20 to his name, with more on the way. His music comes from a deep synthesis of heart and mind, of feeling and intellect. This is why he can so effortlessly span the realms of improvised and composed jazz. His gifts as a piano player prevent him from being seduced into the abstract theory of purely intellectual composition, while his instincts as a composer enables him to steer clear of self indulgence on the keyboards. He has taught at many German universities and has been involved in teaching clinics and workshops all over the world. In 2024 he released his book "Jazz Composers' Companion".