German keyboardist and composer who contributed to the progressive rock landscape of the late 1970s as a member of **Eloy**. Schmidt's work during this period showcased sophisticated keyboard arrangements that blended synthesizers with rock instrumentation, helping define the band's expansive, progressive sound throughout the second half of the decade.
Beyond his tenure with Eloy, Schmidt pursued various collaborative projects during the 1980s, continuing to explore electronic and experimental musical directions. His contributions to keyboard-driven composition and synthesis techniques remain part of the broader European progressive and electronic music heritage.