August Colon

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August Colon

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Musician of Jazz and Latin
A.k.a. August Colón

Percussionist and the voice behind the exotic, jungle sounds of Martin Denny's 1956 hit song, "Quiet Village". He was a popular session musician and bandleader in Hawaii. HIs bird calls were featured as well in the music. Died at the age of 76 on June 11, 2004, after suffering complications related to diabetes. Called the "Grandfather of Percussion".

Genres

Jazz
Latin

Discography

Title	Artist	Year	Type
Sophisticated Savage	August Colon	1960	Album
Chant Of The Jungle	August Colon	1960	Album

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