Bud Shank
Flute Player

Bud Shank Net Worth

Bud Shank was an American flautist born on May 27, 1926 in Ohio. He is best known for his alto flute solo on The Mamas & The Papas song "California Dreamin'". He was also a member of the Innovations in Modern Music Orchestra, led by Stan Kenton.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day May 27, 1926
Birth Place Ohio
Age 94 YEARS OLD
Died On Apr 2, 2009 (age 82)
Birth Sign Gemini

💰 Net worth: $3 Million (2024)

About

Flautist who performed the alto flute solo on The Mamas & The Papas song "California Dreamin'." He was also a member of the Innovations in Modern Music Orchestra, led by Stan Kenton.

Before Fame

He was initiated into the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity while attending University of North Carolina.

Trivia

He worked with Charlie Barnet in the 1940s and also performed regularly with The L.A. Four.

Family Life

He was married to his wife Linda Shank until his death.

Associated With

He collaborated with Ravi Shankar in the 1960s.

Some Bud Shank images

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