Jean Reinhardt
Romani-Belgian /French jazz musician (1910–1953)
1910 — 1953
Quick Facts
Profession
Romani-Belgian /French jazz musician (1910–1953)
Born
January 23, 1910
Died
1953 (age ~43)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
composer, guitarist, jazz guitarist
FranceBorn in Pont-à-CellesDied in Samois-sur-Seine
1910
Born in Pont-à-Celles (1910-01-23)
1953
Died in Samois-sur-Seine
About
Jean Reinhardt, known by his Romani nickname Django, was a Belgian-born Romani jazz guitarist and composer who lived most of his life in France. He was one of the first major jazz talents to emerge in Europe and has been hailed as one of its most significant exponents.
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Who is Jean Reinhardt?+
Jean Reinhardt, known by his Romani nickname Django, was a Belgian-born Romani jazz guitarist and composer who lived most of his life in France. He was one of the first major jazz talents to emerge in Europe and has been hailed as one of its most significant exponents.
What does the name Jean mean?+
The name Jean means "A female given name from French.. Etymology: Jean, from a - feminine form of John, from Jehane.". It is of French origin.
When was Jean Reinhardt born?+
Jean Reinhardt was born on January 23, 1910.
When did Jean Reinhardt die?+
Jean Reinhardt died in 1953, at approximately 43 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from French.. Etymology: Jean, from a - feminine form of John, from Jehane.
The name Jean is of French origin, meaning "A female given name from French.. Etymology: Jean, from a - feminine form of John, from Jehane.". It is traditionally a unisex name.
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Jean — January 23, 1910
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Eb
Grass — path, growth, vitality
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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Guestbook
You raised the bar for all of us.
— a fellow musician
Legend.
— anon
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
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