Xavier Cugat

Xavier Cugat was a Spanish musician and bandleader who spent his formative years in Havana, Cuba. A trained violinist and arranger, he was a leading figure in the spread of Latin music. In New York City he was the leader of the resident orchestra at the Waldorf–Astoria before and after World War II. He was also a cartoonist and a restaurateur. The personal papers of Xavier Cugat are preserved in the Biblioteca de Catalunya.

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General Info

Male

Full Name

Francesc d'Assís Xavier Cugat Mingall de Bru i Deulofeu

Date of Birth

January 1st, 1900

Age

126

Birth Place

Spain, Catalonia

Date of Death