- Born
- 31 August 1937
Göttingen - Died
- 18 May 2026
Berlin - Country
- Germany
- Record labels
- ESP-Disk
- Discography
- 14 albums
Biography
Gunter Hampel was a jazz musician who played piano, saxophone, clarinet and flute. Gunter Hampel was born on 31 August 1937 in Göttingen and died on 18 May 2026 in Berlin. The music is usually filed under jazz and jazz-funk. Record labels: ESP-Disk. The discography here lists 14 albums, from “Dances” (1969) to “Bounce - Live at Theater Gütersloh” (2017). Honours include Lower Saxony State Prize (1997), Medal of Honor of Göttingen City (2007) and Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany.
Gunter Hampel (31 August 1937 – 18 May 2026) was a German jazz vibraphonist, clarinettist, saxophonist, flautist, pianist, and composer. He was instrumental in creating improvising jazz in Europe after World War II. He founded his own record label, Birth, in 1969. Inspired by his wife, vocalist Jeanne Lee, he pursued international collaboration and founded the Galaxie Dream Band. Hampel worked with younger musicians and in regular workshops for children and youth.
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Discography
Studio and live albums
Awards
- 1997 Lower Saxony State Prize
- 2007 Medal of Honor of Göttingen City
- Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
Frequently asked questions
What instrument did Gunter Hampel play?
Gunter Hampel is known for playing piano, saxophone, clarinet and flute.
When and where was Gunter Hampel born?
Gunter Hampel was born 31 August 1937 in Göttingen.
What are Gunter Hampel's best-known albums?
Albums in our database include Dances (1969), The 8th of July 1969 (1969), Celebrations (1974), Journey To The Song Within (1974) and Cosmic Dancer (1975).
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