Valdo O. Williams (March 30, 1928 – July 8, 2010) was a Canadian post bop free jazz pianist best known for his trio work with Reggie Johnson and Stu Martin, who recorded together for the Savoy record label. He also appeared on Canadian television with Charlie Parker in the 1950s and later with Hal Singer in the 1960s.
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