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"I see my life in terms of music." - Albert Einstein

Thomas Clausen

Thomas Clausen has spread over many genres. With inspiration from jazz, Brazilian music and new European classical music, he has become an important musician in European jazz. He has won much respect as a solo pianist, for his trios, as accompanist for visiting American jazz greats, as an inspirational pianist for voca- lists, and leader of large ensembles. He has played straight bebop. He joined the jazz-rock crusade. He has created wonderful music with Gary Burton, and he has composed prolifically, including for the DR Big Band and his own groups, and has written several pieces for classical ensembles. His virtuosic and melodious play- ing has been the backbone in many performances by numerous jazz soloists since the early 70’s including Dexter Gordon, Ben Webster, Palle Mikkelborg and Jan Garbarek. Thomas Clausen has released numerous albums mainly released on Stunt Records.