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February 21, 2026
Willie Colón, the trombone player who brought urban salsa to life, passed away at 75
Willie Colón's trombone sound seemed to carry with it the noise of the city where he grew up. From a young age, he understood that New York was not just a place...
TL;DR
- Willie Colón, a trombone player, died at 75.
- His trombone sound was associated with the noise of New York City.
- He understood New York's unique energy from a young age.