Pianists · 1949–2026

Philip Aaberg

Pianist

Born
8 April 1949
Havre
Died
23 May 2026
Minneapolis
Country
United States
Active
1979–
Record labels
Windham Hill Records
Discography
12 albums

Biography

Philip Aaberg was a jazz musician who played piano. Philip Aaberg was born on 8 April 1949 in Havre and died on 23 May 2026 in Minneapolis. The music is usually filed under chamber jazz. Record labels: Windham Hill Records. The discography here lists 12 albums, from “Upright” (1980) to “High Plains Christmas” (2013).

Philip Aaberg (April 8, 1949 – May 23, 2026) was an American pianist and composer. He gained international recognition through a series of successful piano recordings released on Windham Hill Records. Although classically trained, Aaberg incorporated classical, jazz, bluegrass, rock, and new music elements into his compositions and musical structures. Although best known for his solo piano work, he was most at home in the chamber jazz genre. His compositions are noted for their "rigorous keyboard technique, diverse influences, and colorful compositional style."

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Upright 1980
High Plains 1985
Out of the Frame 1988
Cinema 1992
Field Notes 2000
Philip Aaberg & Eugene Friesen 2000
Christmas 2002
Blue West 2005
Three Part Invention 2009
Tuli Wamu 2012
High Plains Christmas 2013
Live from Montana · Live

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Philip Aaberg play?

Philip Aaberg is known for playing piano.

When and where was Philip Aaberg born?

Philip Aaberg was born 8 April 1949 in Havre.

What are Philip Aaberg's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include Upright (1980), High Plains (1985), Out of the Frame (1988), Cinema (1992) and Field Notes (2000).

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