Patrick Moraz
Keyboard player for Yes and The Moody Blues
Born
June 24th, 1948
76 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Switzerland
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A Swiss keyboard player and songwriter, contributed to the progressive rock band Yes and The Moody Blues. Joined Yes in 1971, playing keyboards on the album "Fragile" and the subsequent tour. Later became a member of The Moody Blues, participating in the albums "Octave" and "Long Distance Voyager." Known for innovative use of synthesizers and influential compositions in the genre.
Contributed to the album 'Fragile' with Yes
Played on 'Octave' and 'Long Distance Voyager' with The Moody Blues
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