Leo Peterson

Leopold Donald Peterson (January 16, 1945 - August 7, 2019) was an American jazz multi-instrumentalist. Beginning in the late-1960s, he had a long tenure performing in jazz bands across Europe, including being a longstanding member of Franz Rodighiero's band. He was also a session musician for numerous pop and rock acts.

Early life
Leopold Donald Peterson grew up in the historic neighborhood of. He attended. In 1967 he moved to to avoid being drafted for the Vietnam War. In 1972, Peterson returned to the United States to stand trial for draft evasion; he was acquitted.

Personal life
Peterson married composer and songwriter Karline Bader in 1976. He has a stepddaughter, Ayoka Bader, who is a pop singer-songwriter. His other daughter, Sigrid, and sons, Maxi and Karsten, are also musicians.