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ValerieB

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  1. I miss Sid McCoy (and his wife, and one of his daughters)!! don't I remember that Jack Webb was an hard-core alcoholic?!?
  2. I've been fortunate enough to have heard Jimmy countless times since the '60s. I am very grateful and hope I continue enjoying his talent for many years to come.
  3. Rooster_Ties: the musical director/producer of Herbie's segment was Terence Blanchard.
  4. another option for those who would like to contribute to Dwayne's burial expenses and living expenses for awhile for his wife, Wendy and 7 year-old son, Quinn, can also contribute in their name to the Jazz Foundation of America. thanks.
  5. yes, Kevin, Lois, Mary and I are devastated along with thousands of others. aside from his being a long-time friend, in these days and times I can't think of a better bass player. he was so sensitive, knowledgeable, prolific and was only becoming better. he was writing his butt off as well. he actually posted a very poignant message on Christmas Eve on FB, filled with love and gratitude. if you can, please contribute to a fund for his wife, Wendy at www.fundly.com, as bluesoul has posted above. Aside from his wife, Dwayne leaves his beloved 7 year-old son, Quinn. Wendy could really use our help as Dwayne was the only bread-winner in the family these past years.
  6. RIP to a Master of everything he touched: horns, jazz fans, and students of music and the spirit. aside from his musical brilliance, I don't think anyone had a gentler nature or kinder more generous heart.
  7. I messengered you on FB but, just in case you didn't receive it, i'll wish you the best again!
  8. for all those wondering how the "misunderstanding" began about Horace's demise. I was told by someone in attendance at the NY Local 802 party the other night that it was announced to the 200 members attending. also, FWIW, I was present at the 2007 tribute to Horace that Christian McBride mentioned and i spent time with Horace backstage. he was in a wheelchair at that time and unable to speak, although he seemed to be enjoying the festivities.
  9. wishing you a Very Happy and Healthy Birthday and many more!!
  10. Peter's book was released this year, I believe. I've read it and thought it was excellent. i'm sure you'll enjoy it, Bertrand.
  11. So, yeah, be a nerdy-looking guy with a twinkle in your eye, a spark in your brain, stay married a long time, then die in your sleep after a short illness. And leave behind on helluva diverse and integrety-laden legacy, one with no cheapness in in it, ever. Again, a heartfelt "thank you" to life for people like Jim Hall. thank you for your beautiful post, JSngry.
  12. I have loved and admired Mickey Roker since the '60s. I loved his drumming style and was able to see him perform live in many settings such as with Dizzy, Carmen and Bags. every time I hear "New Girl" from Duke Pearson's Big Band album, I smile and get excited. Mickey always supplied some laughs as well with his hysterical impressions of singers like Billy Eckstine. it made me sad though to read that after years with so many family members living in the house, he is now there alone. that is very poignant, to say the least. Bless you, Mickey.
  13. and to think that I used to have a lot of respect for Cornell West!! and my respect for Tavis Smiley is withering slowly. they're both still very intelligent and articulate men but, boy, do they ever have their messed-up issues!!
  14. if not mentioned before, CHARLES McPHERSON!!!
  15. this is obviously sad news but especially for the L.A. jazz community. it was known that he had medical issues but I naively thought they were "under control". deep condolences to all who loved and appreciated him.
  16. unfortunately and sadly, I would guess that his drug use also played a part in his diminishment. God bless him, indeed.
  17. King Ubu: thank you so much for posting the video. I confess to "sleeping" on this man. I knew nothing about him. sad but poignant film. glad it was made, just like his cd was completed. i'm assuming he passed at 77 years old. is that correct?
  18. what a blessing that Frank had such a long, active career. he will be missed.
  19. this makes me so very sad. I had just read an article on him which had a recent picture and talked about a stroke he had. but I believe he was still fairly active and getting around. I grew up in Boston with the Celtics of the '50s and will always remember him as the very likeable Champ he was.
  20. very sad, indeed. big loss. she was definitely under-acknowledged. we had mutual friends who thought the world of her.
  21. that is very funny!! I will have to pass this one along to him. I know he'll get a good laugh from it.
  22. given that Walter Bishop, Jr. was Bird's pianist for the last four years of Bird's life and was full of great Bird stories and experiences, I would hope that he was interviewed for the book!!
  23. Rest in Peace, beautiful, kind, sweet, talented, generous man. sincere and deep condolences to his family and friends, and all the people who loved him.
  24. he and his band blew their butts off at Monterey!! part of the problem in DC had to be that he was tired and he was starting to get a cold (or something bronchial) in Monterey.
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