Gert Smedegaard
1951–2018 (age 67)
Biography
Gert Smedegaard was a drummer whose rhythmic talents energized stages and recordings across Denmark, blending precision with joy from the 1970s through his last performances. Those who heard him play remember the warmth he brought to every ensemble.
Gert also took delight in mentoring young musicians, sharing both technique and the belief that music should bring people together, a legacy celebrated at Taarbæk Kirkegård.