[Dixielandjazz] R.I.P. Bob Brookmeyer 1929-2011

[Robert Ringwald]

From
http://www.bobbrookmeyer.com/
12/16/2011 2:50:53 PM -- It's with great sadness that we share the news that Bob
Brookmeyer passed away last night, just three days shy of his 82nd birthday. Bob
was an integral force in music, making some of the greatest groups in jazz history
what we know and admire today. Whether as a composer, arranger or trombonist, his
voice is immediately discernible from the very first note, always bringing a smile
and one word: "Brookmeyer."
For many of us, Bob has always been a tremendous inspiration and an overflowing wealth
of knowledge. You'd be hard to find a large ensemble composer that doesn't have Bob's
name on the top of their list of favorites. For those lucky enough to have the opportunity
to study with him, we were given more than just an education in the art of being
a great composer, we were given a level of both love and support that expanded far
beyond the classroom. He had a wonderful ability to cultivate our inner strengths,
yet pull us out of our comfort zones and stretch us farther than we could have ever
imagined possible.
Bob's newest album, "Standards," which was officially released a few weeks ago, was
a record Bob was incredibly proud of. It is a true masterpiece in every sense of
the word, with each arrangement encompassing everything that is "Bob Brookmeyer."
Bob, you were an amazing force and a fearless leader to all jazz composers. Thank
you for your years of inspiration, support, and for leaving a legacy of music to
continually inspire us for years to come.


--Bob Ringwald
www.ringwald.com
Fulton Street Jazz Band
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