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Walter Boeykens | |
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| Birth name | Walter Boeykens |
| Born | January 6, 1938 Bornem, Belgium |
| Died | April 23, 2013 Bornem, Belgium |
| Genres | Classical, Chamber music, Jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Soloist, Conductor, Teacher |
| Instrument | Clarinet |
| Years active | 1964–2013 |
| Website | www |
Walter, Knight Boeykens (January 6, 1938 – April 23, 2013) was a Belgian conductor and a world-renowned clarinetist. Boeykens' impressive discography, including several critically acclaimed performances, are testimony to his status as one of the most notable clarinetists of the 20th century. Boeykens remained active and was in concert frequently all around the world until his death in 2013.