Flaco Jimenez, the acclaimed accordionist from San Antonio, passed away at 86. Known for popularizing conjunto, Tejano, and Tex-Mex music, Jimenez was the son of conjunto pioneer Santiago Jimenez. His family announced that he was at peace when he died, expressing pride in his legacy. A cause of death is pending investigation, although Jimenez had previously faced health challenges. His contributions to music began in saloons and dance halls in San Antonio, and he played alongside notable musicians, further enriching the cultural tapestry of Texan music.
"Dad was in peace when he left. He started saying his goodbyes several days before. He said he was proud of himself for what he had done and he just leaves memories for the public to enjoy. He said he was ready to go."
"According to the Butler School of Music at the University of Texas at Austin, the development of conjunto began more than a century ago when Texans of Mexican heritage (Tejanos) took an interest in the accordion music of German, Polish, and Czech immigrants."
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