Erling Aksdal

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Full Name	Erling Aksdal
Occupation	Pianist
Date Of Birth	Feb 18, 1953(1953-02-18)
Age	71
Birthplace	Molde
Country	Norway
Birth City	Møre og Romsdal
Horoscope	Aquarius

Erling Aksdal Biography

Erling Aksdal is one of the most popular and richest Pianist who was born on February 18, 1953 in Molde, Møre og Romsdal, Norway. Jazz musician famous for his numerous collaborations with famous musicians, including Jazz artist known for his many collaborations with prominent musicians such as Bob Mover, Herb Pomeroy, and Warne Marsh., Herb Pomeroy as well as Warne Marsh.

Many of his collaborations included working with famous His many collaborations also included working with the legendary Chet Baker..

His performing career started in association with Storyville Jazz Club during studies in Boston, in addition to local bands in Bergen (1972–73) where he was part of «Søbstad/Halvorsens Quintet», and Molde (1973–75) with his own trio and E. A. Sextet, including Alf Kjellman and Torgrim Sollid in the lineup, and for the latter he contributed on the album Østerdalsmusikk (1975). When in the US he played with among others Herb Pomeroy, Bob Mover, Mick Goodrick and Ralph Moore, conducted his own orchestra with the commission to the anniversary concert at the Moldejazz in 1980, and was in the «New Cool Quartet» (1982). Aksdal moved to Oslo and joined the Magni Wentzel Quintet (1975–76). He also played with Bjarne Nerem, Bjørn Johansen with the album Dear Henrik (1986), Harald Gundhus and «Atle Hammer Quintet», Harald Bergersen and Krister Andersson, during his years in Oslo. In addition he composed the commissioned work Sonus in Obscuri, with among others Eldbjørg Raknes for Moldejazz 1995.

Aksdal was educated at the Berklee College of Music (1977–80), and earned a master’s degree in Jazz and Contemporary Improvisationat at the New England Conservatory in Boston (1984). He has since 1991 taught on the Jazz program at Trondheim Musikkonsevatorium, where he is Head of the Jazz Performance Programme (directing manager until 2005). He is also head of «Midtnorsk jazzsenter» and representative in the «Norsk Jazzforum».

His birthplace was Molde in Romsdal, which was the town’s commercial centre.

Erling Aksdal Net Worth

Erling Aksdal is one of the richest Pianist from Norway. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Erling Aksdal 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was enrolled at his Berklee College of Music and later attended the Boston’s New England Conservatory.

He was requested by Moldejazz to write his own original compositions in both 1980 and 1995.

Erling Aksdal Jr. (born 18 February 1953 in Molde, Norway) is a Norwegian jazz pianist and composer, known from playing with the likes of Warne Marsh, Chet Baker, Herb Pomeroy, Bob Mover, Mick Goodrick, Ralph Moore, Lee Konitz, John Pål Inderberg and Bjørn Alterhaug, and writing the commissioned works for Moldejazz in 1980 and 1995.

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Facts & Trivia

Erling Ranked on the list of most popular Pianist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Norway. Erling Aksdal celebrates birthday on February 18 of every year.

Top Facts about Erling Aksdal

1. Erling Aksdal is a Norwegian jazz pianist and composer.
2. He has released several albums, including “Northern Concept” and “Silent Night.”
3. Aksdal’s music combines elements of traditional jazz with contemporary influences.
4. He has performed at numerous festivals and venues throughout Norway and Europe.
5. Aksdal has collaborated with other notable musicians in the jazz community.
6. His compositions have been featured in films, television shows, and commercials.
7. Aksdal is known for his technical proficiency on the piano.
8. He has received critical acclaim for his innovative approach to jazz music.
9. Aksdal continues to be an active performer and recording artist in the jazz world.
10. His music appeals to both traditional jazz enthusiasts and modern listeners alike.