Hilton Ruiz
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Pianists · 1952–2006

Hilton Ruiz

American musician of Puerto Rican descent (1952–2006)

Born
29 May 1952
New York City
Died
6 June 2006
New Orleans
Country
United States
Active
1960–
Record labels
Candid Records, Arabesque Records, Futura et Marge
Discography
12 albums

Biography

Hilton Ruiz was a jazz musician who played piano. Hilton Ruiz was born on 29 May 1952 in New York City and died on 6 June 2006 in New Orleans. The music is usually filed under jazz and swing. Record labels: Candid Records, Arabesque Records and Futura et Marge. The discography here lists 12 albums, from “Crosscurrents” (1985) to “A New York Story” (2004).

Hilton Ruiz (May 29, 1952 – June 6, 2006) was an American jazz pianist in the Afro-Cuban jazz mold, but was also a talented bebop player. He was of Puerto Rican descent.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Crosscurrents 1985
Something Grand 1987
Strut 1989
A Moment's Notice 1991
Piano Man 1991
Manhattan Mambo 1992
Excitation 1993
Heroes 1994
Hands on Percussion 1995
Steppin' Into Beauty 1996
Enchantment 2003
A New York Story 2004

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Hilton Ruiz play?

Hilton Ruiz is known for playing piano.

When and where was Hilton Ruiz born?

Hilton Ruiz was born 29 May 1952 in New York City.

What are Hilton Ruiz's best-known albums?

Albums in our database include Crosscurrents (1985), Something Grand (1987), Strut (1989), A Moment's Notice (1991) and Piano Man (1991).

External links

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