He would have been 91 tomorrow. If you're not sure who he was, just listen to this song and you will know. "Take Five" is one of the greatest songs ever recorded. Not just an absolute jazz masterpiece, but an all around classic. Dave Brubeck wasn't just a great talent, he was truly a game changer and one of the most influential musicians of all time.
I'm usually pretty stoic about these things, but this one saddens me...
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He leaves behind a legacy.
ReplyDeleteYes, it is indeed sad to lose a talent like Brubeck! The really great ones are slipping away all too quickly these days! Thanks for sharing "Take Five" -- lots of memories!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Sylvia - lots of memories!!!!
ReplyDeleteSorry Patrick.
ReplyDeleteCostas
Love Brubeck, he will be missed. Take Five was the first jazz piece to use a 5/4 time signature. Hence the title.
ReplyDeleteHe was such a cool dude and his sounds will fill many hearts for years to come.
ReplyDeletehow sad
ReplyDeleteI remember listening to some of his jazz back in the 70's. One of my friends turned me on to him and I thought it was fantastic. Sad day in music.
ReplyDeletePS. Good to know you're still out there...I worry when blogger friends are absent for too long.
He sure was talented and will be missed.
ReplyDeleteI heard it on the news. Another great one gone.
ReplyDeleteThat is just amazing to listen to! Glad you are back, and it wasn't that soon to post :-)
ReplyDeleteThat is just amazing to listen to! Glad you are back, and it wasn't that soon to post :-)
ReplyDeleteHe was a great one indeed.
ReplyDeleteI remember seeing him ages (and I mean ages) ago at the Crystal Cathedral. And I thought he looked so old and wouldn't be with us much longer. He lasted for another 25 years.
ReplyDeleteI saw this on the news Pat, he died the day before his birthday, so many great ones are now gone it's sad to lose yet another.
ReplyDeleteIt must come as a shock to many "modern" pop stars and listeners that people can actually play their own instruments!
ReplyDeleteSuch a great tune in the video.
Stewart M - Melbourne
My husband and I felt the same way. But he was super old and had an incredible life, leaving his never-to-be-forgotten legacy behind.
ReplyDeleteIt is sad to see another legend go. But wow what a life!
ReplyDeleteBMT - Before my time - but its a classic, yes.
ReplyDeleteI love Take 5! Dave Brubeck was great, but he's one of the ones that I thought had died years ago...my bad!
ReplyDeleteI'm trying to figure out how to get this on my blog feed. the posts of photographs comes in, but not this one. :( I enjoy reading your blog.
ReplyDeleteAmen Brother Pat-- Been missing you my friend and it's HIGH time I caught up!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Long lost John!
Oh yes, this music sounds familiar. May he rest in peace.
ReplyDeleteTake care of yourself, Pat.
xoRobyn
Just wanted to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas!
ReplyDelete(I love jazz, btw.) :)
I've watched Dave and Eugene Wright and Paul Desmond and Mr. Morello live in concert I guess four times now. The group was special to me. And Mr. Brubeck...he taught me so much about music. Yes, it is a sad time.
ReplyDeleteIt is Sunday before Christmas...and I wish you and your family a warm and kind holidays.
Just stopping by to say Merry Christmas, Patrick!
ReplyDeletehe was indeed a great one.
ReplyDeleteDidn't know this one, sounds great!
ReplyDeleteGod bless you!
Cezar
Happy New Year Patrick!
ReplyDeleteHey Patrick! You've been quiet for a while so I stopped by to say hello and that I hope all is well.
ReplyDeleteIt's the end of the world as we know it!
ReplyDeleteStrange and interesting place.
Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne.
PS: welcome back.