Career
He became known for his longtime work with the James Last Orchestra, of which he was a member from 1965 up until his death. His work with James Last featured his unique improvised piano phrases, which drew on jazz, blues and rock influences and were played with a distinctively dry staccato tone. During the 1980s, his accordion duet with Jo Ment on the song "Biscaya" became a highlight of James Last"s live concerts.
He died in Hamburg from a heart attack on 29 November 1990.