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Are there any other interesting aspects about this article on Clare Fischer?
Michigan State University School of Music conferred an Honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts Degree on Fischer in recognition of his creativity and excellence as a jazz composer, arranger and performer.
What year was the doctorate conferred onto Clare Fischer?
In December 1999, Michigan State University School of Music conferred an Honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts Degree on Fischer
What happen with the Salsa Picante years to Clare Fischer?
He started his own group with Latino musicians, Salsa Picante, which showed great eclecticism in musical styles.
What awards did Clare Fischer's Salsa Picante win?
The Salsa Picante album 2+2 won a Grammy in 1981.
What else happen with the Salsa Picante besides the Grammy Award win in 1981?
After 2+2 Clare Fischer recorded And Sometimes Voices and Free Fall with the vocal group.
What else was Clare Fischer known for besides Salsa Picante?
Fischer started his own band at 15, for which he wrote all the arrangements.

Question: What year he started that?
Self-contained rewrite: What year did Clare Fischer started his own band at 15?