Mannheim Steamroller
USA
Formed: 1974
Years Active: 70, 80, 90, 2000
Genres: New Age, Easy Listening
Styles: Neo-Classical, Contemporary Instrumental, Adult Alternative, Instrumental Pop, Easy Listening
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The alias of composer Chip Davis, Mannheim Steamroller was among the pioneers of neo-classical electronic music, emerging as one of the driving forces behind the new age phenomenon. Born in Sylvania, OH, Davis' father was a high school music teacher, while his mother was a trombonist with Phil Spitalny's All Girl Orchestra. His grandmother was his first music teacher, giving the child his initial piano lessons at the age of four; two years later, Davis composed his first piece, a four-part chorale written in honor of his dog. He later joined a ...
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