Ibrahim Ferrer dies at 78

Photos

Ibrahim Ferrer

see larger image

uploaded by Mr Jaded

Videos

Buena Vista Social Club

see larger video

sourced by clorenz1

Ibrahim Ferrer, who achieved fame late in life as the singer of the Buena Vista Social Club, died on Saturday in Havana at the age of 78.

Ferrer, known for his trademark cap and greying moustache, was a devotee of traditional styles of Cuban music such as "son" and bolero. He appeared destined to become a musician, having been born at a social club dance in 1927 after his mother went into labour unexpectedly