Mary Louise Knutson

Twin Cities jazz pianist, composer and educator who leads her own trio.

Mary Louise Knutson is an acclaimed Twin Cities jazz pianist, composer and educator. Knutson toured with Doc Severinsen from 2010 to 2018 and has two recordings as a leader. The Mary Louise Knutson Trio played the 2026 Twin Cities Jazz Festival and the 2026 Iowa City Jazz Festival.