Gary Brooker died on February 19, 2022.

Gary Brooker: The Soulful Voice and Piano Behind Procol Harum (1945-2022) Gary Brooker was born on May 29, 1945, in Hackney, East London, England. Music played a significant role in his life from an early age. His father, Harry Brooker, was a professional musician, primarily playing pedal steel guitar, a unique instrument in British music. This early exposure to music undoubtedly influenced young Gary, who started learning classical piano. His natural inclination toward music blossomed throughout his childhood, and by his teenage years, Brooker was already a competent pianist and had taken an interest in popular music. He later attended…
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