Wilfred Peters
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Wilfred Peters MBE |
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| Born | April 15, 1931 |
| Origin | Belize |
| Died | June 9, 2010 (aged 79) |
| Occupation(s) | Accordionist, bandleader |
| Instruments | Accordion |
| Associated acts | The Boom & Chime Band |
Wilfred Peters MBE (April 15, 1931 – June 9, 2010) was a Belizean accordionist and band leader, known as the "King of Brukdown". He toured Europe and North America with his band, the Boom & Chime Band, and was awarded an MBE by Queen Elizabeth in 1997 for his cultural contributions.
A Belizean national icon, Peters was one of the country’s best loved musicians. After over 60 years of playing, he defined Belizean Creole culture through his distinctive Brukdown music style.
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