Johnny Costa

Johnny Costa (born John Costanza; January 18, 1922 – October 11, 1996) was an American jazz pianist. Given the title "The White Art Tatum" by jazz legend Art Tatum,^[1] Costa is best known for his work as musical director of the children's television program Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.

Johnny Costa
Background information
Birth name	John Costanza
Born	(1922-01-18)January 18, 1922 Arnold, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Died	October 11, 1996(1996-10-11) (aged 74) Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Occupation(s)	Musician, music director
Instruments	Piano, celesta, synth, accordion
Years active	1955–1996
Labels	Warner Bros. Records

Costa died of aplastic anemia in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on October 11, 1996, at the age of 74.^[2]