Rafael Cortijo
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Rafael Antonio Cortijo (December 11, 1928 – October 3, 1982)[2] was a Puerto Rican musician, orchestra leader, composer and percussion instrument craftsman.
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Born | December 11, 1928[1] Santurce, Puerto Rico |
Died | October 3, 1982(1982-10-03) (aged 54) Santurce, Puerto Rico |
Genres | Salsa, Bomba, Plena |
Occupation(s) | Musician, bandleader, composer |
Instrument(s) | Percussion |
Years active | 1940–1982 |
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