Franz von Chossy is a Munich-born pianist and composer who began playing piano at six, influenced by classical music through his mother and folk traditions from his Ukrainian grandmother. He studied Jazz Piano at the Amsterdam Conservatory and the Manhattan School of Music, where he also took film composition classes.

Franz gained recognition by winning the Dutch Jazz Competition in 2006 with his Trio, where he was awarded “Best Soloist” for his subtle and personal playing. He also secured 2nd prize at the Montreux Jazz Solo Piano Competition in 2009.