British pianist Keith Tippett , known for his influence on jazz and for collaborating with King Crimson , died last Sunday, the 15th, at the age of 72, a victim of a heart attack.
“Keith, a gentle, loving, vivacious and incredible spirit, will now rest in peace,” says the post on the musician’s official page. “ Riccardo Bergerone , a close friend of the family, confirmed the cause of death as a heart attack. Keith had been in and out of the hospital for two years and was readmitted last week, where his life ended on Sunday afternoon. Rest in peace our dear friend.”
Tippett was instrumental in the King Crimson albums he participated in, namely In the Wake of Poseidon (1970), Lizard (also 1970), and Islands (1971). His importance was even greater in the jazz world, creating defining works for the genre throughout his career.
Rest in peace, Keith.
