Bobby Flores obituary: Texas western swing music legend dies from cancer

May 2024 · 1 minute read

Bobby Flores was a legendary Texas western swing and country music multi-instrumentalist who played with Willie Nelson and Ray Price.  

Texas western swing legend  

Bobby Flores was a multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter who was known for Texas western swing music. He was elected to the Texas Western Swing Music Hall of Fame. He played with legends Willie Nelson, Ray Price, and Johnny Bush. Flores won a Grammy award in 2002 for his violin performances on Freddy Fender’s album, “La Musica de Baldemar Huerta.” He performed at The Grand Ole Opry, Austin City Limits, and the Kennedy Center.  

Tributes to Bobby Flores 

RIP ?? Bobby Flores
Not only one of the best western swing fiddle players on the planet, he could play multiple instruments. He was usually the first person called in many recording sessions. You will be missed my friend, but your music will live forever. pic.twitter.com/ZOj416m28f

— @ddubpromotions (@ddubpromotions) June 23, 2022

Years ago, my grandad introduced me to Bobby Flores. Many years later, Bobby would go on to play on @thejessedaniel’s records. It felt full circle. Tough day for the music community losing Bobby.

— Derrick McLendon (@dmclendonmusic) June 24, 2022

Full Obituary: Fox West Texas

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