Jon Thomas was an American jazz pianist, known for his distinctive bebop style. Born in 1938 in New York City, he rose to prominence in the late 1950s and 1960s, collaborating with notable artists such as Jackie McLean and Benny Golson. Thomas' significant contribution to the jazz genre lies in his complex improvisational techniques and intricate compositions, as evident in his influential work "Trane's Mode". His music, though not widely mainstream, has had a lasting impact on the development of modern jazz.