Thomas Clausen (musician)

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Born (1949-10-05) October 5, 1949 (age 76)
Copenhagen, Denmark
GenresJazz
OccupationMusician
InstrumentPiano
Thomas Clausen
Background information
Born (1949-10-05) October 5, 1949 (age 76)
Copenhagen, Denmark
GenresJazz
OccupationMusician
InstrumentPiano
LabelsStunt, Storyville

Thomas Clausen (born 5 October 1949) is a Danish jazz pianist and composer.[1]

Clausen was born on 5 October 1949 in Copenhagen.[2] His brother is Bent Clausen.[2] Thomas studied piano and composition.[2]

Later life and career

Copenhagen Jazz Festival 2018

Clausen was part of the band V8, led by Palle Mikkelborg and Alex Riel, from 1970 to 1975.[2] He has recorded with Scandinavian jazz musicians and with Bob Brookmeyer, Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis, Dexter Gordon, Jackie McLean, Ben Webster and others.[2] He has also led groups throughout his career.[2]

Discography

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