Henri Crolla
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Guitarists · 1920–1960

Henri Crolla

French musician (1920-1960)

Born
26 February 1920
Naples
Died
17 October 1960
Suresnes
Country
Italy
Active
1938–1960
Record labels
Philips Records, Fontana Records

Biography

Henri Crolla was a jazz musician who played guitar. Henri Crolla was born on 26 February 1920 in Naples and died on 17 October 1960 in Suresnes. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: Philips Records and Fontana Records.

Henri Crolla (born Enrico Crolla; 26 February 1920 – 17 October 1960) was an Italian jazz guitarist and film composer. Born in Naples, Campania, Italy, to a family of itinerant Neapolitan musicians, he moved with his family to Porte de Choisy in France in 1922 following the rise of fascism in Italy. One of his neighbours was a young Django Reinhardt, with whose family he became close. He also put to music many poems from Prévert's Paroles with Joseph Kosma. He died in Paris from lung cancer.

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Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Henri Crolla play?

Henri Crolla is known for playing guitar.

When and where was Henri Crolla born?

Henri Crolla was born 26 February 1920 in Naples.

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