Manuel Galbán
Manuel Galbán | |
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Manuel Galbán |
| Born | January 14, 1931 |
| Died | July 7, 2011 (aged 80) Habana, Cuba |
| Genres | Son cubano, bolero, guajira |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, guitarist, arranger |
| Instrument(s) | Electric guitar, tres, piano, acoustic guitar |
| Years active | 1944–2011 |
Manuel Galbán (January 14, 1931 – July 7, 2011) was a Grammy-winning Cuban guitarist, pianist and arranger, most notable for his work with Los Zafiros, Ry Cooder and the Buena Vista Social Club. He died on July 7, 2011, of cardiac arrest at his home in Havana, Cuba.