Aw, thank you so much!

Thank you so much! Truly, thank you for listening and sharing. Your kind words mean a lot!

Herbie laughing with Stevie on the mic

Wonderful! These are beautiful. Thank you for sharing!

Another time he asked me, “You’re a pianist, right?” “Yes,” I replied. He said, “Well, keep with it. Never give up. It’s a life force.”
He was a kind soul, a beacon of wisdom, and a great source of inspiration. Happy Birthday to an extraordinary artist and person! 3/3

I’ll never forget one day in his dressing room discussing our mutual love for Hank Jones. “He’s got the magic touch,” McCoy said with a smile. Then, as if letting me in on a secret, he added, “Come with me.” We went to the piano, where he played the most stunning Hank Jones impression…2/3

❤️❤️

100%.

Thank you for reading it! And for listening to that. I’m so glad you enjoyed those two - it means a lot from you!