Cal Tjader

Callen Radcliffe Tjader Jr., known as Cal Tjader, was born on July 16, 1925, in St. Louis, and died on May 5, 1982, in Manila. He was a musician, drummer, composer, and bandleader from the United States, known for his work in various genres, including jazz, bebop, Latin jazz, beautiful music, afro-Cuban jazz, and jazz fusion. Tjader was a United States citizen and received his education at San Francisco State University, San Jose State University, and San Mateo High School.

Tjader was also the founder of Skye Records, and throughout his career, he received Grammy Awards for his work in the music industry.