Klaus Voormann

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Klaus Voormann (born 29 April 1938) is a German artist, musician, and record producer who was associated with the early days of The Beatles in Hamburg and later designed the cover of their album Revolver.<p>Voormann (pronounced "foreman") was the son of a doctor, and was born and grew up in the suburbs of North Berlin as one of six brothers. The Voormann family were interested in art, classical music, and literature, with respect for history and tradition. Voormann and his parents decided together that instead of studying music it would be best for Klaus to study commercial art in Berlin at the "Meisterschule für Grafik und Buchgewerbe". He later moved to Hamburg to study at the "Meisterschule für Gestaltung", but before his graphic art education was finished Voormann started work as a commercial artist, graphic designer, and illustrator. Voormann was employed by art studios, advertising agencies, and fashion magazines.<p>It was in Hamburg that Voormann first met Astrid Kirchherr. After an...