A self-described “reformed boogie-woogie piano player,” Vince Guaraldi was one of America's best-selling jazz artists when he died suddenly in 1976, at the age of 47. He had achieved goals fellow jazz musicians only dream of, and his music continues to delight and inspire new generations.15 Dec 2014
Who influenced Vince Guaraldi?
Growing up, Guaraldi was influenced by both of his maternal uncles, Joe and Maurice "Muzzy" Marcellino, both of whom headed jazz big bands in San Francisco for many years.
Which jazz artist is the composer behind all of the Charlie Brown music like Linus and Lucy )?
Vince Guaraldi
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Where did Vince Guaraldi die?
Menlo Park, California, United States
How old was Vince Guaraldi when he passed away?
47 years1928–1976
Where is Vince Guaraldi buried?
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Colma, California, United States
Where did Vince Guaraldi grow up?
San Francisco's North Beach area
When was Vince Guaraldi born?
Was Vince Guaraldi Italian?
Vincent Anthony "Vince" Guaraldi ( February 6, 1976) was an Italian American jazz musician and pianist noted for his innovative compositions and arrangements and for composing music for animated adaptations of the Peanuts comic strip. Guaraldi was born in San Francisco, California.
Who actually plays the piano in Charlie Brown?
Schroeder
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Schroeder playing his toy piano
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