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Alvino Rey | |
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 Rey in c.1942 | |
| 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 |
Alvin McBurney (July 1, 1908 – February 24, 2004),[1] 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.