Rafael Ithier
Rafael Ithier is a renowned Puerto Rican musician and bandleader, best known as the founder of the celebrated salsa orchestra El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico. His career spans decades, and he has played a pivotal role in popularizing salsa music internationally.
Born on Dec 06, 1924 (101 years old)
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Panama:
Rafael Ithier founded El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, incorporating musicians from the Cortijo universe and ensuring the continuity of Caribbean music.
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Dominican Republic:
Rafael Ithier was the musical director and founder of the salsa orchestra El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico.
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Dominican Republic:
Rafael Ithier was the founder and director of El Gran Combo, who passed away shortly before Papo Rosario.
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Colombia:
The news of 'Papo' Rosario's death comes days after the passing of Rafael Ithier, the founder of Gran Combo de Puerto Rico.
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Dominican Republic:
Rafael Ithier was the musical director and one of the founders of the iconic salsa orchestra El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico.
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Colombia:
Rafael Ithier was recognized as the 'maximum mulatto' and co-founder of El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, a symbol of salsa music worldwide.
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Panama:
Rafael Ithier, one of the founders of El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, passed away at the age of 99 due to health complications.
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Peru:
Rafael Ithier, one of the founders of El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, passed away at the age of 99 due to health complications.
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Colombia:
Rafael Ithier, founder and central figure of the orchestra El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, passed away at the age of 99 due to health complications.
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Peru:
Rafael Ithier joined the farewell messages, emphasizing Eddie Palmieri's lasting musical legacy.
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