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Dizzy Gillespie Quotes: I know all the Latin-American rhythms quite well, but I don't play them exactly like they do in their own country - I add my personal touch.
         

I know all the Latin-American rhythms quite well, but I don't play them exactly like they do in their own country - I add my personal touch.


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