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Mike Shapiro was a drummer, percussionist and music producer who recorded and toured extensively with Sergio Mendes and other music stars like Natalie Cole, Al Jarreau, Flora Purim, will.i.am and others.
Tonight, November 16, pikapika.ph received this statement from singer Katrina Velarde-Shapiro:
“It is with deep regret that I wish to announce the passing of my husband, musician and educator Mike Shapiro last November 14 in Quezon City, at the age of 57.
“Mike was a drummer, percussionist and music producer who recorded and toured extensively with Sergio Mendes and other music stars like Natalie Cole, Al Jarreau, Flora Purim, will.i.am and others.
“He was also a close associate of Herb Alpert with whom he worked for many years until the time of his death. He taught at the LA Academy of Music where he was also Vice President, Director of Education and Dean of Students. He was also a professor at the Herb Alpert School of Music.
“Prayers for the repose of his soul are most appreciated and I would like to request for privacy during this difficult time. Thank you.”
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Katrina Velarde-Shapiro requests privacy as she mourns the passing of her husband, Mike Shapiro
Source: Pinoy Ako News
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