Volker Kriegel (24 December 1943 – 15 June 2003) was a German jazz guitarist, composer, and pioneer of the jazz-rock genre. His career was marked by his innovative playing style and his role as one of the leading figures in European jazz fusion. Kriegel was a member of the Dave Pike Set and later founded the Mild Maniac Orchestra, which allowed him to explore and blend various musical styles, including jazz, rock, an
... MoreVolker Kriegel (24 December 1943 – 15 June 2003) was a German jazz guitarist, composer, and pioneer of the jazz-rock genre. His career was marked by his innovative playing style and his role as one of the leading figures in European jazz fusion. Kriegel was a member of the Dave Pike Set and later founded the Mild Maniac Orchestra, which allowed him to explore and blend various musical styles, including jazz, rock, and world music.
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