- Art Tatum (1909-1956) was an American jazz pianist, pianist, and composer. He was one of the most influential and pioneering figures in jazz and was known for his virtuosic technique and improvisational skills.
- George Shearing (1919-2011) was a jazz pianist, composer, and arranger who was best known for his work in the George Shearing Quintet. Shearing was blind from birth and began playing piano at an early age.
- Ray Charles (1930-2004) was an American singer, songwriter, pianist, and composer. Charles was blind from the age of seven and went on to become one of the most successful musicians in history.
- Ronnie Milsap (1943-) is an American country music singer, songwriter, pianist, and guitarist. Milsap was blind from birth and went on to become a successful country music artist, winning six Grammy Awards.
- Nobuyuki Tsujii (1988-) is a Japanese pianist and composer who was born blind. Tsujii has won several international piano competitions and has performed all over the world.