Fred Hersch

Fred Hersch
Fred Hersch at Reykjavik Jazz Festival 2017
Background information
Born (1955-10-21) October 21, 1955
Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Musician, composer, educator
InstrumentPiano
Years active1977–present
LabelsSunnyside, Chesky, Nonesuch, Palmetto
Websitefredhersch.com

Fred Hersch (born October 21, 1955) is an American jazz pianist, composer, and a 17-time Grammy nominée. He was the first person to play weeklong engagements as a solo pianist at the Village Vanguard in New York City. He has recorded more than 75 of his jazz compositions.

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