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Candido Camero was a Cuban percussionist known for his contributions to jazz music. Born in Havana in 1921, he gained fame for his ability to play multiple congas simultaneously, influencing the development of Latin jazz. His notable albums include "Conga Soul" and "Thousand Finger Man". He collaborated with artists such as Dizzy Gillespie and Tito Puente. In 2008, he was honored with the NEA Jazz Masters award. The products available from the artist Candido Camero include vinyls.
