Von Thadden has been Producing ,Composing , Arranging and Performing for over 30 years. His experience and diversity are evident in his fluid yet precise playing style.His command of the instrument is direct , yet effortless. He has studied with jazz masters such as David Baker ( Cycles) as well as Theory legends like Bob Bianco ( Shillinger System).He is currently Co-Producing with Motown Producer George Kerr ( his current credits include a song on Jill Scott's latest CD & a song SAMPLED on Kanya West's latest CD) He has performed with Icons in the music industry such as : Ashford & Simpson, Debrah Cox , Melisa Morgan ,Bobby Humpfrey , Micki Howard ,Vickie Natalie( Star Search Grand Champion) , Chantell Dorset (Star Search Champion) ,Sherrod Barnes ( Beyonce / Whittney H.),Omar Hakim ( Madonna / Police )Bernard Davis (Anita Baker) , Allyson Williams , J-Nyce ,Maridalia , Andre Smith (Roberta Flack),Cuba Gooding Sr., Sidney Barnes ( Motown / Northern Soul), Timothy Wilson (Motown), George Bien , etc... He has performed at both The Apollo & Beckon Thearters ,The Soul Cafe , Sugar Bar, Le Barbat & Iridium Clubs in New York City not to mention his extensive touring of the entire United States & performing during the Medim in France. One listen , and you will hear his virtuosity and comand !