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Manitas de Plata
1921 - 2014
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1921 - 2014
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BORN
1921
DIED
2014
Manitas de Plata Obituary
His great nephew, Ricao Bissiere, confirmed his death to The Associated Press Thursday, calling him a "great guitarist and a beautiful man who opened the doors for gypsy music."
Bissiere said the musician died in a retirement home early Wednesday.
Born Ricardo Baliardo in southern France in 1921, de Plata changed to his recording name - meaning "little hands of silver" in Spanish - after mastering the guitar.
He played in French Riviera cafes, where he mixed with artists Salvador Dali, Pablo Picasso, and actress Brigitte Bardot. The guitarist also influenced the Gipsy Kings band.
He sealed his international reputation after playing New York's Carnegie Hall in the 1960s.
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THOMAS ADAMSON, The Associated Press
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September 14, 2019
God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the Family's...My condolences to the Family's...
Anna l.
November 15, 2014
Condolencias a la familia de Manitas de Plata:
Según la Bíblia, la muerte está comparada a un sueño. Dios se propone despertar a las personas del sueño de la muerte, como su ser querido que esta durmiendo y en la memoria de Dios. Puede mirar confiados al futuro. Imagínese cuando ustedes son juntos otra vez más para siempre!
Aprenda más que la Bíblia realmente enseñana y profundió mucho ánimo. Juan 17:3.
November 12, 2014
Condolences to your family Manitas. I never met you but heard your music through Adam Westcott, you were his mentor. Rest in piece.
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PSALMS 55:22 R.A.
November 10, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda
November 10, 2014
Please draw close to God for comfort and strength during this time of sorrow. He will give you the needed support to endure. I am sorry for your loss. (Psalms 145:14,18) -
L T
November 10, 2014
God's word promises us a hope that we can see our loved ones again (John 6:40).
TF
November 10, 2014
May the God of comfort be with you durinng this time.
When Manitas hear his name being called by God, he will wake up to a paradise earth. Where he will entertain us once again.
November 9, 2014
Sorry for the loss of the talented Manitas De Plata. May the wonderful memories of Manitas remain fresh in our minds until God Almighty completes is promise at John 6:40.
Maria
November 9, 2014
Mi sentido pesame a la familia que Dios les de fortaleza a todos ustedes para sobre llevarar el dolor que causa la perdida de un ser querido.
Filipenses 4:13 para todas las cosas tengo la fuerza en virtud de a quel que me imparte poder.(Dios)
November 8, 2014
PRAYING FOR YOUR FAMILY.
November 7, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. Please take comfort in the hope found at Hosea 13:14.
November 7, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the friends and family of de Plata
November 7, 2014
THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR GOD-GIVEN GIFT ! NOW YOU CAN PLAY WITH THE ANGELS AND BRING A NEW ADDED SOUND INTO (AND) BEFORE THE GLORIOUS KINGDOM OF OUR LORD ! I'LL BE LOOKING FOR YOU SOMEDAY AND THEN YOU CAN TEACH ME TO PLAY LIKE MANITAS DE ORO !
November 7, 2014
My deepest apologies for the loss if your loved one. During this difficult time, may you rely upon the God of loving kindness to provide comfort and hope.(John 25:8)
November 7, 2014
May the peace of God be with you at this time of deep sorrow.
B Lucas
November 7, 2014
My sincere condolence for the loss of Manitas your dear loved one. Please may four fond thoughts of him bring back good memories.
November 7, 2014
Mis condolencias a usted por su pérdida. Por favor, deje que la comodidad se encuentra en Apocalipsis 21: 4 dice que Él (Dios) enjugará toda lágrima de sus ojos y la muerte no será más, ni lamento ni clamor ni dolor nunca más. Las cosas anteriores han pasado.
November 6, 2014
So sorry for your loss. May God strengthen you and comfort you in these difficult times. God bless you all.
MARTIN ORTIZ
November 6, 2014
OLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
G Alexander
November 6, 2014
I am deeply sorrowed for your lost.
DS
November 6, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 6, 2014
GOD BLESS.
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