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Germany

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March 15, 1944 in Leipzig, Germany

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Joachim Kühn is a German jazz and classical pianist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born on March 15, 1944, in Leipzig, Germany, Kühn grew up in a musical family. His father was a classical violinist, and his mother was a singer. Kühn started playing the piano at the age of five and showed a natural talent for music. Kühn's family moved to Frankfurt when he was ten years old, and he continued his music education there. He studied classical piano at the Hoch Conservatory in Frankfurt and later at the Paris Conservatory. Kühn was interested in jazz from an early age and started playing in jazz clubs in Frankfurt when he was a teenager. In the 1960s, Kühn became a part of the European jazz scene and played with musicians such as Albert Mangelsdorff, Peter Brötzmann, and Gunter Hampel. He also played with American jazz musicians such as Ornette Coleman, Don Cherry, and Steve Lacy. Kühn's style of playing was influenced by both classical and jazz music, and he developed a unique sound that was both innovative and expressive. In 1969, Kühn formed a trio with bassist Jean-Francois Jenny-Clark and drummer Daniel Humair. The trio became one of the most influential jazz groups in Europe and recorded several albums together. Kühn also recorded solo albums and collaborated with other musicians such as John McLaughlin, Archie Shepp, and Michael Brecker. Kühn's music has been recognized with several awards and honors. In 1978, he won the German Jazz Award, and in 1986, he was awarded the French Order of Arts and Letters. Kühn has also been nominated for several Grammy Awards and has won the Echo Jazz Award in Germany multiple times. In addition to his jazz career, Kühn has also performed and recorded classical music. He has played with orchestras such as the Berlin Philharmonic and the Orchestre National de France. Kühn has also recorded solo piano works by composers such as Bach, Beethoven, and Chopin. Kühn continues to perform and record music to this day. He has released over 50 albums and has collaborated with musicians from all over the world. Kühn's music is known for its technical virtuosity, emotional depth, and innovative approach. He has been a major influence on the jazz and classical music scenes and has inspired generations of musicians.

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