Alvino Rey
Alvin McBurney (July 1, 1908 – February 24, 2004), known by his stage name Alvino Rey, was an American jazz guitarist and bandleader. He is also known for being the grandfather of Win Butler and Will Butler and grandfather-in-law of Regine Chassagne, Win Butler's wife.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Alvin Henry McBurney |
| Born | July 1, 1908 Oakland, California, U.S. |
| Died | February 24, 2004 (aged 95) Salt Lake City, Utah, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz, swing |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, musical director, inventor |
| Instrument(s) | Guitar, steel guitar |
| Years active | 1927–1994 |
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