Chico O'Farrill

Blues, Composer

1921 – 2001

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Who was Chico O'Farrill?

Arturo "Chico" O'Farrill was a Cuban composer, arranger, and conductor, best known for his work in the Latin idiom, specifically Afro-Cuban jazz or "Cubop," although he also composed traditional jazz pieces and even symphonic works.

Born to an Irish father and a German mother, he played the trumpet early in his career. He composed works for Machito and Benny Goodman's Bebop Orchestra, and arranged for Dizzy Gillespie and Stan Kenton, among others.

In the 1990s O'Farrill led a big band that took up residence at New York's famous Birdland nightclub. Chico's son, pianist Arturo O'Farrill, eventually took over the band.

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Born
Oct 28, 1921
Havana
Also known as
  • Arturo "Chico" O'Farrill
  • Chico O'Farril
  • The Duke Ellington of Latin Jazz
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  • Cuba
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  • New York City
Died
Jun 27, 2001

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on July 23, 2013

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