Leonardo "Flaco" Jiménez is a renowned Tejano music accordionist from San Antonio, Texas. Born on March 11, 1939, he is a fifth-generation musician and has been a leading figure in the genre since the 1950s. Flaco Jimenez is known for his mastery of the accordion and his role in popularizing conjunto music, which blends Mexican and Texan influences. He has won multiple Grammy Awards over his career and has collaborat
... MoreLeonardo "Flaco" Jiménez is a renowned Tejano music accordionist from San Antonio, Texas. Born on March 11, 1939, he is a fifth-generation musician and has been a leading figure in the genre since the 1950s. Flaco Jimenez is known for his mastery of the accordion and his role in popularizing conjunto music, which blends Mexican and Texan influences. He has won multiple Grammy Awards over his career and has collaborated with a wide range of artists across various genres, including Ry Cooder, Bob Dylan, and the Rolling Stones.
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