JonLiMusic

JonLiMusic is the Twitch handle of Jonathan Li, a dueling pianist, singer-songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They have carved out one of the most unique niches in chess streaming by performing live music while playing chess games online.

With a repertoire of over 4,000 songs, Jon takes requests from chat while simultaneously playing chess. They describe themselves as relatively new to the game but bring infectious energy and a wholesome atmosphere that has earned them both a Twitch and Chess.com partnership.

Jon has been recognized as one of the standout chess streamers of 2025, proving that chess content does not have to be purely competitive to be compelling. Their blend of music and chess makes every stream feel like a unique event.