Kurt Engel

German percussionist and composer, who also performed as a xylophone, vibraphone and marimba player in jazz and entertainment music. Born 6 April 1909 in Berlin, Germany Died 7 August 1967 in Berlin, Germany He started his recording career - some 400 titles - with Dajos Béla in 1927. His repertoire was mostly novelty, but in 1936 he was much influenced by swing.