Django Reinhardt

thumb|right|Reinhardt in 1946 Jean Reinhardt (23 January 1910 – 16 May 1953), known by his Romani nickname Django, was a Belgian-French Manouche or Sinti jazz guitarist and composer. Since he was born on Belgian soil, in Liberchies, he is also often named a Belgian musician. He was one of the first major jazz talents to emerge in Europe and has been hailed as one of its most significant exponents. Quotes about Django Reinhardt We all know the Django story, but the actual recorded evidence is something else altogether. The hot jazz genius was a formidable speedster, yes, but his playing was also full of life and love, a romanticism that belongs to another century. Django is revered as much for his feel, his tone, and his heart as he is his technical prowess. A master of his art whose influence is felt far and wide, Django is proof that talent will always find a way to turn a setback into an advantage. Rob Power of MusicRadar (June 16, 2017) External links Category:Guitarists from Belgium Category:Guitarists from France Category:Jazz musicians Category:Composers from France Category:Composers from Belgium Category:1910 births Category:1953 deaths