It’s heart wrenching . Very poignant. I’ve listened to the recording from the English concerts , I believe it was from Bristol , god knows how many times but it still moves me every time . Ellingtons and Gonsalves relationship is unmatched in jazz. Who, other than Duke would have put up with Paul ? . No wonder Paul stayed with Tommy Dorsey for three weeks ! . When Duke was 75 Downbeat devoted a fair portion of the magazine to celebrate the fact . Within there were messages from musicians wishing Duke a happy birthday and how he was venerated . Paul Gonsalves wrote a message , “You have been like a Father to me . I think I love you “ . I hope Paul Gonsalves rests in peace .
Thank you, Wayne for your interest and support. It is my pleasure to write about the music. I agree with every word you wrote about Paul Gonsalves - all his music is straight from the soul and he is my favourite of Duke’s soloists. Thanks again.
If I told you how many times I’ve listened to “Happy Reunion” from the London Concert you might not believe me. This performance from 1973 is also extraordinary, as is the one from Madison (where Gonsalves asks “Which way's Madison?” as he prepares to play.)
It’s heart wrenching . Very poignant. I’ve listened to the recording from the English concerts , I believe it was from Bristol , god knows how many times but it still moves me every time . Ellingtons and Gonsalves relationship is unmatched in jazz. Who, other than Duke would have put up with Paul ? . No wonder Paul stayed with Tommy Dorsey for three weeks ! . When Duke was 75 Downbeat devoted a fair portion of the magazine to celebrate the fact . Within there were messages from musicians wishing Duke a happy birthday and how he was venerated . Paul Gonsalves wrote a message , “You have been like a Father to me . I think I love you “ . I hope Paul Gonsalves rests in peace .
I also meant to say thanks for posting.
Thank you, Wayne for your interest and support. It is my pleasure to write about the music. I agree with every word you wrote about Paul Gonsalves - all his music is straight from the soul and he is my favourite of Duke’s soloists. Thanks again.
If I told you how many times I’ve listened to “Happy Reunion” from the London Concert you might not believe me. This performance from 1973 is also extraordinary, as is the one from Madison (where Gonsalves asks “Which way's Madison?” as he prepares to play.)
Thanks, Ian, for sharing this
You’re welcome, Michael. Thanks for your support.