Pederson was born in
Hamar. His versatility resulted in his collaborating with various jazz bands, at clubs and as a soloist with the Symphony Orchestra of Music at the
Norwegian Academy of Music in Oslo where he studied music. He has also performed in several Norwegian bands on the European jazz scene. Kim-Erik Pedersen Quartet with Lars Andreas Aspesæter (piano), Lars Egil Reine Hammersbøen (upright bass) and
Tore Sandbakken (drums). Off Topic from 2007, a trio with Sebastian Haugen (bass) and Tore Sandbakken. The trio Pedersen/Myhr/Baar including Adrian Myhr (upright bass) and
Jon Audun Baar (drums). == Discography ==