Ben Folds is an Emmy-nominated, genre-bending singer-songwriter whose career spans pop hits with Ben Folds Five, acclaimed solo albums, and collaborations across genres. He tours as a pop artist and regularly performs with major symphony orchestras, including the National Symphony Orchestra, where he served as Artistic Advisor for eight years. A New York Times bestselling author and prolific composer for film, TV, and theater, Folds continues to create bold new work while championing music education through his “Keys for Kids” initiative.