About Gabriel Parra
Lived 1947 – 1988 (aged 40). Gabriel Parra was a Chilean musician and drummer.
Gabriel Parra (25 July 1947–15 April 1988) was the drummer of Chilean folk group Los Jaivas. He was the youngest of the three Parra brothers who formed the band.
He died in a car accident in Peru on 15 April 1988. After this accident, his daughter Juanita Parra replaced him as drummer in Los Jaivas.
Notoriety He is widely considered to be the top drummer from Chile, with a unique and strong style. In 1979 Los Jaivas toured England for the first time. They played at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London, where they were seen by a writer from Music Week. He later wrote that Gabriel Parra was one of the ten top drummers in the world.
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Who was Gabriel Parra?
Chilean folk musician
When was Gabriel Parra born?
Gabriel Parra was born on 25 July 1947 in Valparaíso.
When did Gabriel Parra die?
Gabriel Parra died on 15 April 1988 in Palpa.
What was Gabriel Parra's occupation?
Gabriel Parra was a musician and drummer.
What nationality was Gabriel Parra?
Gabriel Parra was Chilean.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gabriel Parra. https://biography.guide/gabriel-parra/
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