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“My parents had a sidewalk cafe: every Sunday there was an accordion player and apparently I went through the motions, squeezing a shoebox. One of the regulars in 'the cafe said to my father: "I think you should get your son an accordion-that's what he's trying to do, with that shoebox." So they got me a little cardboard diatonic accordion-I still have it. I started to play the National Anthem, and things like that. It seems I was musically gifted-but my parents just never pushed in that direction.”

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Toots Thielemans

Toots Thielemans, born on April 29, 1922, in Brussels, Belgium, was a renowned jazz guitarist and harmonica player. His musical career spanned over half a century, and he was known for his unique playing style and contributions to jazz. Thielemans held a significant position in the jazz world, collaborating with many music masters and leaving behind a legacy of classic works. more

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