Age, Biography and Wiki
Poncho Sanchez (Ildephonso Sanchez) was born on 30 October, 1951 in Laredo, Texas, U.S., is a Poncho Sánchez is conguero Latin jazz band leader. Discover Poncho Sanchez's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 72 years old?
| Popular As |
Ildephonso Sanchez |
| Occupation |
Musician
arranger
composer
record producer |
| Age |
72 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Scorpio |
| Born |
30 October, 1951 |
| Birthday |
30 October |
| Birthplace |
Laredo, Texas, U.S. |
| Nationality |
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Poncho Sanchez Height, Weight & Measurements
At 72 years old, Poncho Sanchez height not available right now. We will update Poncho Sanchez's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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| Height |
Not Available |
| Weight |
Not Available |
| Body Measurements |
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| Eye Color |
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| Hair Color |
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Not Available |
| Sibling |
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| Children |
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Poncho Sanchez Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Poncho Sanchez worth at the age of 72 years old? Poncho Sanchez’s income source is mostly from being a successful Musician. He is from . We have estimated Poncho Sanchez's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Musician |
Poncho Sanchez Social Network
Timeline
Poncho Sánchez (born Ildefonso Sanchez, October 30, 1951) is an American conguero (conga player), Latin jazz band leader, and salsa singer.
In 1975, Sanchez's idol, vibraphonist Cal Tjader, invited him to perform a set with his band.
Seeing the young man's talent, Tjader hired Sanchez for a week before officially making him a full member of the ensemble.
Sanchez played a crucial role as conguero for several years until Tjader's death in 1982.
Before he died, Tjader suggested that Concord Records founder Carl Jefferson sign Sanchez and his soon-to-be-formed group under the Concord Picante label.
Tjader's wishes were honored, and the first two records were composed and arranged by long-time Tjader collaborator Clare Fischer.
Sanchez went on to produce 19 albums for the label, eventually garnering a Grammy for his work.
AllMusic described Sanchez as "among the most influential percussionists in jazz."
He has been performing frequently in venues varying in size from concert halls to local jazz festivals.
In 2000, he and his ensemble won the Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album for their work on the Concord Picante album Latin Soul.
The youngest of eleven children, Poncho Sanchez was born in Laredo, Texas and reared in Norwalk, California, while he attended Cerritos College.
Growing up, he was exposed to and influenced by two different styles of music: Afro-Cuban music (mambo, son, cha-cha, rumba, guaracha, and Changui) by Tito Puente and others, and bebop jazz, including the works of Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker.
Originally a guitarist, he discovered his talent for singing during an audition for the R&B band The Halos that rehearsed across the street from his residence.
Sanchez became the lead vocalist of The Halos, and would go on to teach himself the flute, the drums, and timbales before finally deciding in high school to pursue conga drumming above all.
Sanchez has released dozens of LP and CD albums.
His 2005 CD, Do It!, features the funk band Tower of Power on two tracks, as well as South African trumpeter Hugh Masekela.
Sanchez is a frequent collaborator with bandleader José Rizo.
He played conga on the Grammy-nominated album Mongorama produced by Rizo.
Sanchez was featured on Ilya Serov's single "Tangerine", released on January 9, 2018.
