Mario Bauza

Mario Bauza (April 28, 1911 in Havana, Cuba - July 11, 1993 in New York City) was one of the important figures in the development of latin jazz. Trained as a classical musician, he played oboe and clarinet in Havana. After emigrating to New York in the early 30s, he worked as musical director for Chick Webb, Don Redman, and Cab Calloway, before becoming the musical director of the Afro-Cubans in 1941, led by his brother-in-law Machito, a position he maintained until 1976. He led his own band in the 80s and early 90s.

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April 28 - 1911 - Havana - Cuba - July 11 - 1993 - New York City - Latin jazz - Oboe - Clarinet - Chick Webb - Don Redman - Cab Calloway - Afro-Cubans - Machito

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