Group
The Flying Padovani’s
- From
- United Kingdom
- Since
- present
- Releases
- 2
- instrumental rock
- rock
About
Henry (or Henri) Padovani (born 14 October 1952) is a French musician noted for being the original guitarist of English rock band the Police. He was a member of the band from January to August 1977 and was replaced by Andy Summers, who had originally been part of the band as a second guitarist. Following his departure from the band, Padovani was handed the rhythm guitar spot with Wayne County & the Electric Chairs, before forming his own band, the Flying Padovanis.
Members
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Henry Padovani eponymous, guitar
Discography
Albums
Singles
Links
Identifiers
- MusicBrainz
- e8b15b05-d64d-4cda-82af-412b905f2ada
Data from MusicBrainz, saved 14 Nov 2026. Photo from Wikimedia Commons, covers from the Cover Art Archive and Apple Music.