Kjell Karlsen
Norwegian band leader (1931–2020) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For the Norwegian composer and organist, see Kjell Mørk Karlsen.
Kjell Oddvar Karlsen (29 July 1931 – 5 May 2020) was a Norwegian band leader, composer, arranger, jazz pianist and organist, and a Nestor of Norwegian music and show business, with a career spanning more than 60 years.[1] He was the father of the singer Webe Karlsen.
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Kjell Karlsen | |
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Birth name | Kjell Oddvar Karlsen |
Born | (1931-07-29)29 July 1931 Sarpsborg, Norway |
Died | 5 May 2020(2020-05-05) (aged 88) |
Occupation(s) | Band leader, arranger, composer, musician |
Instrument(s) | Piano, organ |
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