Dutch rock group (1969-1976) centered around flutist and vocalist Thijs Van Leer and guitarist Jan Akkerman. The music is influenced by classical music, as heard in their signature song, the baroque style inspired "Hocus Pocus". The majority of their work is instrumental, like their biggest hit, "Sylvia".
Origin
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Formed
1969
Members
Jan Akkerman, Philip Catherine, Steve Smith, Eef Albers, Thijs Van Leer, Colin Allen, Hans Eric Cleuver, Martin Dresden, Phil Dunne, Cyril Havermanns, David Kemper, Bert Ruiter, Pierre van der Linden, Bobby Jacobs