Eric van der Westen, born in 1963, is a Dutch bassist, composer, and bandleader known for his contributions to modern jazz. He began his musical journey in hard rock and new wave bands before transitioning to contemporary jazz and improvisation. After studying at the Sweelinck Conservatorium, he became a sought-after sideman, playing with notable groups. His albums, including 'Working Dreamer' and 'Me, Myself and I,' reflect his unique style influenced by jazz icons like Charles Mingus and Charlie Haden, showcasing his skills in composition and improvisation.
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Your next birthday is 297 days away.
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Meaning of the name - Eric
everlasting ruler, powerful ruler
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Generation Group
Eric van der Westen belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Educated At: Sweelinck Conservatorium, Amsterdam
Occupation: bassist | composer
Employers: Willem van Manens Contraband | Impressionistic Improvisers Quartet
Astrology Analysis
Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.
Ephemeris for August 29, 1963
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 29, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for August 29, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 5 Virgo 38 | 6 Virgo 36 | 6 Scorpio 33 |
| Moon | 2 Capricorn 36 | 19 Scorpio 37 | 10 Aries 2 |
| Mercury | 2 Libra 9 | 22 Leo 50 | 3 Scorpio 9 |
| Venus | 5 Virgo 33 | 4 Leo 48 | 22 Scorpio 43 |
| Mars | 21 Libra 0 | 14 Libra 26 | 3 Sagittarius 35 |
| Jupiter | 18 Aries 36 | 17 Cancer 28 | 11 Aries 24 |
| Saturn | 18 Aquarius 49 | 0 Aries 3 | 16 Aquarius 46 |
| Uranus | 5 Virgo 43 | 1 Gemini 27 | 9 Virgo 9 |
| Neptune | 13 Scorpio 12 | 1 Aries 24 | 15 Scorpio 3 |
| Pluto | 11 Virgo 41 | 1 Aquarius 48 | 13 Virgo 39 |
| Rahu | 17 Cancer 56 | 18 Pisces 44 | 14 Cancer 39 |
| Ketu | 17 Capricorn 56 | 18 Virgo 44 | 14 Capricorn 39 |
Chandra Kundali (Equal House, North Indian Diamond Chart)
Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.Eric van der Westen's 2025 Transits to Natal Planets
- Mars conjunction Rahu
Exact: 10 February, 2025 - Mars opposition Ketu
Exact: 10 February, 2025 - Mars conjunction Rahu
Exact: 12 March, 2025 - Mars opposition Ketu
Exact: 12 March, 2025 - Mars aspects Saturn
Exact: 12 March, 2025 - Mars square Mars
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Jupiter trine Saturn
Exact: 21 April, 2025 - Jupiter trine Mars
Exact: 01 May, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Moon
Exact: 20 June, 2025 - Saturn opposition Mercury
Exact: 10 July, 2025 - Mars aspects Jupiter
Exact: 20 July, 2025 - Mars conjunction Mercury
Exact: 09 August, 2025 - Mars conjunction Mars
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Rahu
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Ketu
Exact: 08 September, 2025 - Mars square Saturn
Exact: 18 October, 2025 - Mars conjunction Moon
Exact: 17 December, 2025
