name

Cal Tjader, Vibes

dates

b. July 16, 1925; d. May 05, 1982

birth place

St. Louis, MO

description

His early (1950s) immersion in Latin-jazz, where he was a successful bandleader and nurturer of talent, was the hallmark of his career.

hot disc

Black Orchid

more info

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cal_Tjader