Florian Fricke

Keyboard player and composer in Popol Vuh

Florian Fricke - Artists & Creatives born February 23rd, 1944
Born
Died

2001
25 years ago — 57 years old

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Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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A German keyboard player and composer, contributed significantly to the Krautrock genre through the band Popol Vuh. Formed in 1970, Popol Vuh became synonymous with blending electronic music, ambient sounds, and traditional melodies. Composed soundtracks for several films, most notably 'Aguirre, the Wrath of God' directed by Werner Herzog, which facilitated a unique fusion of cinematic experience and music. The work emphasized spiritual and atmospheric elements, influencing both film scoring and electronic music production.

Founded band Popol Vuh

Composed soundtrack for 'Aguirre, the Wrath of God'

Pioneered Krautrock genre

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