Warren Bernhardt
Warren Bernhardt (* 12. November 1938 in Wausau , Wisconsin ) is an American pianist of modern jazz .
Live and act
Bernhardt came from an organist household and learned classical piano as a child. He studied organic chemistry and physics at the University of Chicago , but regularly participated in jam sessions . In 1961 he became a member of Paul Winter's band , with whom he also went on tour in South America. In 1963, influenced by Bill Evans , he moved to New York , where he worked with Gerry Mulligan , Clark Terry and George Benson .
From 1967 he was a member of Jeremy Steig's band and turned to fusion music ; he also worked for Liza Minnelli and Richie Havens . In the 1970s he worked with Jack DeJohnette's “New Directions”, released a solo album and formed a duo with Mike Mainieri , with whom he then also played as a co-leader on “ Steps Ahead ”. In the 1980s, he also formed a trio with Eddie Gomez and Peter Erskine , which was followed by a trio with Dave Holland and Jimmy Cobb . With his changing trios he recorded several albums for label DMP. In the 1990s he played in a trio with bassist Jay Anderson and changing drummers. On his own label, he published the series "Totally at Home" with standards and classic pieces. Bernhardt also worked with Steve Gadd , Earl Klugh , Michael Brecker , Steely Dan , Art Garfunkel and Chuck Loeb . He also wrote instructional videos themed You Can Play Jazz Piano .
Lexigraphic entries
- Martin Kunzler : Jazz Lexicon. Volume 1: A – L (= rororo-Sachbuch. Vol. 16512). 2nd Edition. Rowohlt, Reinbek near Hamburg 2004, ISBN 3-499-16512-0 .
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| SURNAME | Bernhardt, Warren |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American jazz pianist |
| DATE OF BIRTH | November 12, 1938 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Wausau |