Rachel Z
| Rachel Z or Rachel Z Hakim | |
|---|---|
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Rachel Nicolazzo | 
| Born | New York City, U.S. | 
| Genres | Jazz, jazz fusion, alternative rock, rock | 
| Occupation | Musician | 
| Instrument | Keyboards | 
| Years active | 1988–present | 
| Labels | Columbia, GRP, NYC, Savoy, Tone Center, Chesky | 
| Website | www | 
Rachel Carmel Hakim (née Nicolazzo), better known as Rachel Z, is an American jazz and rock pianist and keyboardist. She has recorded 13 albums as a leader and jazz musician. Her musical style, especially her improvisation, has been described as adjacent to Herbie Hancock and McCoy Tyner.