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Red NorvoRed Norvo Red Norvo American jazz vibraphonist (1908–1999) Red Norvo (born Kenneth Norville; March 31, 1908 – April 6, 1999)[1] was an American musician, one of jazz's early vibraphonists, known as "Mr. Swing". He helped establish the xylophone, marimba, and vibraphone as jazz instruments. His recordings included "Dance of the Octopus", "Bughouse", "Knockin' on Wood", "Congo Blues", and "Hole in the Wall". This article needs additional citations for verification. (January 2020) Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Red Norvo Red Norvo c. February 1947, photo by William P. Gottlieb Background information Birth name Kenneth Norville Born (1908-03-31)March 31, 1908 Beardstown, Illinois, U.S. Died April 6, 1999(1999-04-06) (aged 91) Santa Monica, California, U.S. Genres Jazz Occupation(s) Musician, composer Instrument(s) Vibraphone,… (Source: Wikipedia)
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