Ti Ro Ro

Raymond Baillargau
Born	Raymond Baillargau Haiti
Died	1980 Haiti
Nationality	Haitian
Other names	Ti Roro, Ti Ro Ro, Tiroro
Occupation	Drummer
Years active	1939-1980
Known for	Vodou drumming

Baillargau Raymond was a Haitian drummer known for bringing the artistry of Haitian Vodou ritual drumming and other traditional Afro-Haitian drumming styles to the stage and to recording studios. He was an international performer who influenced jazz musicians, in particular, Max Roach. Research is needed to establish the place and date of his birth, but 1915 is a fair estimate of the year. It is widely believed that he died in 1980, probably in Port-au-Prince.

Ti Roro's performances and collaborations can be found on solo recordings and in work for such artists as orchestra leader Issa El Saieh, singer Guy Durosier, and dancer Jean-Léon Destiné.

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