[Dixielandjazz] Re: Bix Biderbecke Copycats...Ernie Carson???

[JimDBB at aol.com]

In a message dated 7/22/2003 9:54:31 PM Central Standard Time, Artwoo at aol.com 
writes:

> Hi:
> Regarding Ernie Carson, I realize that it's unfair to characterize someone 
> without first hand knowledge.
> 
> Oftentimes a person can be misunderstood. Shyness can be interpreted as 
> being 
> aloof and cantankerous behavior can really be the dissatisfaction of a 
> frustrated genius.
> 
> The episode Tommy Loy mentioned to me could have been an example of a "clash 
> 
> of the titans" where 2 great talents do not mesh. I think we have all 
> experienced performance situations where things do not click and animosity 
> takes 
> over...that is part of the human experience.
> 
> Also, life events can change our outlook and attitude towards others. I 
> agree 
> that judging another person is a hazardous process and graciously retract my 
> 
> remark about Ernie Carson.
> 
> Sincerely,
> Art Wood

   Art...please cut the BS.  Ernie Carson is a certified a..hole.  He has 
screwed around many musicians on numerous occasions.  Apparently, he does have 
momentary lapses into a state resembling sanity but they are short lived.


 JB