Legendary Buena Vista Social Club Trumpeter Manuel Mirabal Dies at 91

Mirabal, celebrated for his role in the Grammy-winning Cuban music project, passed away in Havana, marking a significant loss for Cuban music and culture.

Manuel 'Guajiro' Mirabal, an esteemed Cuban trumpeter, passed away at the age of 91 in Havana, as confirmed by the Cuban Music Institute.
Mirabal was renowned as one of the greatest trumpet players in Cuba, contributing to the international success of the Buena Vista Social Club.
The Buena Vista Social Club project, which reunited veteran Cuban musicians, gained global fame and won a Grammy Award in 1998.
Mirabal's musical career spanned over 70 years, during which he played with prominent Cuban orchestras such as the Conjunto Rumbavana and Orquesta Riverside.
His passing is mourned by fellow musicians and fans worldwide, with tributes highlighting his immense impact on Cuban music and culture.