2008-02-14

Henri Salvador; Singing Blues To Bossa Nova - washingtonpost.com

Henri Salvador; Singing Blues To Bossa Nova - washingtonpost.com:
"Henri Salvador, 90, one of France's most enduring and multi-talented entertainers, whose musical range spanned pre-war chansons and whispery bossa nova to children's favorites and 'Le blues du dentiste,' his gimmicky 1950s tune that helped introduce the nation to rock-and-roll, died Feb. 13 at his home in Paris of an aneurysm.

During a 70-year career, Mr. Salvador attained popularity as a musician, singer, songwriter, dancer, pantomime artist and television personality."

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