About Fred Böhler
Lived 1912 – 1995 (aged 82). Fred Böhler was a Swiss pianist, musician and bandleader.
Alfred "Fred" Böhler (July 26, 1912, Zürich – January 10, 1995, Zumikon) was a Swiss jazz keyboardist and bandleader.
Böhler started on violin as a child but later switched to piano. He led his own ensemble starting in 1936, which featured Eddie Brunner and Hazy Osterwald, among others, as sidemen. This group made several tours of Switzerland during World War II and recorded copiously for Columbia Records. In 1943, Böhler conducted an orchestral ensemble that played symphonic jazz. While he recorded most often on piano, he also used Hammond organ early in a jazz context.
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Who was Fred Böhler?
Swiss pianist (1912-1995)
When was Fred Böhler born?
Fred Böhler was born on 26 July 1912 in Zurich.
When did Fred Böhler die?
Fred Böhler died on 10 January 1995 in Zumikon.
What was Fred Böhler's occupation?
Fred Böhler was a pianist, musician and bandleader.
What nationality was Fred Böhler?
Fred Böhler was Swiss.
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