Gary Brooker

Gary Brooker (1945–2022) was a British pianist, singer-songwriter and musician.

Gary Brooker in brief

Born
1945
Died
2022
Known for
pianist, singer-songwriter, musician, singer and composer
Place of birth
The Salvation Army Mothers' Hospital and Front Buildings
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Overview

Born at The Salvation Army Mothers' Hospital, Front Buildings in 1945, died at Surrey in 2022.

In detail

Gary Brooker studied at Westcliff High School for Boys and South Essex College. the recorded working language is English.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are hard rock, progressive rock, baroque pop and rock and roll.

Membership is recorded of Procol Harum, Rockestra and The Paramounts.

Works named in the authority record are A Whiter Shade of Pale.

Distinctions recorded are Member of the Order of the British Empire.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Gary Brooker”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q549179: Gary Brooker

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