Friday, April 19, 2019

April 20 - Tito Puente; Lionel Hampton (The Musical Birthday Series)

Coincidentally today is the birthday of two charismatic percussionists, Latin bandleader Tito Puente (20 April 1923 – 31 May 2000), and jazz vibraphonist Lionel Hampton (20 April 1908 – 31 August 2002). Here are two limericks to celebrate.



Lionized

For decades the critical scribes
Have looked for a jargon that jibes
With the thrill that they get
When a session or set
Has Lionel Hampton on vibes.


Tito Too 

Percussionist Tito Puente
Had a band that was muy caliente.
His big Latin combo
Was known for the mambo
And cha cha especialmente.


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