- Born
- 21 April 1918
The Hague - Died
- 24 October 2016
Aalsmeer - Country
- Kingdom of the Netherlands
Biography
Eddy Christiani was a jazz musician who played guitar and voice. Eddy Christiani was born on 21 April 1918 in The Hague and died on 24 October 2016 in Aalsmeer. The music is usually filed under jazz. Honours include Golden Harp (1965) and Knight of the Order of Orange-Nassau (1977).
Eduard "Eddy" Christiani (21 April 1918 – 24 October 2016) was a Dutch guitarist, singer, and composer. He was best known for songs like Zonnig Madeira (1938), Ouwe Taaie (1943), Op De Woelige Baren (1948), Kleine Greetje Uit De Polder (1950), Spring Maar Achterop (1952), Daar Bij De Waterkant and Rosemarie Polka (1953). In 1961 he reached the 82nd position with his Spanish-language song Sucu Sucu (1961) He reminisced about his tricky experiences in the Netherlands of both performing for the occupying Nazis and as a resistance supporter in the TV documentary series The World at War (Episode: Occupation: Holland 1940–1944). In 2008, his song "Rhythm for You" was included in the video game Fallout 3.
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Frequently asked questions
What instrument did Eddy Christiani play?
Eddy Christiani is known for playing guitar and voice.
When and where was Eddy Christiani born?
Eddy Christiani was born 21 April 1918 in The Hague.
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