Red Norvo
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1908 – 1999
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Who was Red Norvo?
Red Norvo was one of jazz's early vibraphonists, known as "Mr. Swing". He helped establish the xylophone, marimba and later the vibraphone as viable jazz instruments. His major recordings included "Dance of the Octopus", "Bughouse", "Knockin' on Wood", "Congo Blues", and "Hole in the Wall".
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- Born
- Mar 31, 1908
Beardstown - Also known as
- Kenneth Norville
- Norvo, Red
- Nationality
- United States of America
- Profession
- Died
- Apr 6, 1999
Santa Monica
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on July 23, 2013
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