Thank you for putting this online and allowing us to share with so many others who loved the virtually incomparable Mark Murphy. Judith Maxie, Vancouver, Canada
As one who had for many years worshipped Mr. Murphy from afar, I was crushed to hear of his passing, and for months afterward I searched online in vain for a memorial, funeral service, tribute, something/anything that paid just a small portion of the dues long owed to him. I believe Mark Murphy should have been right up there with Sinatra if it was just about raw talent and ability. He took the road less traveled and never looked back at the price. It was inconceivable to me that there was no published service for his public to try and figure out how the hell the world will keep going without him; so my heart is leaping through my chest at finally locating this. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for posting it.
fully agree met mark at ronnie scotts as the warm up for elvin jones he was really pleasant and i bought him a whiskey at that send me a sigend photograph to say THANKS now that was a real singer and musician!!!!!!!!!
Part of my life too. We met in Atlanta in the 90's. Started listening to him in Philly as a teenager - RAH - RAH - RAH. Still listening in Denver. Thanks for posting on TH-cam.
Found this post on Mother's Day. As a life long jazz fan I am thrilled with this wonderful gift. I found Mark Murphy only a few years ago. I own 15 of his CDs and am always looking for more from this great creative artist. Thank you so very much.
With ALL RESPECT AND LOVE...... Why don't people who get up and sing respectful to Mark, this utmost occasion "wear clothing fitting of such an occasion and THE MAN?????" No harm meant.... I just don't get it, we are grown ups.
Pamela2961 I am one of those who spoke at this event. I don't understand your comment. This was actually a tribute to a very flamboyant and colorful man, not a solemn, somber occasion. Therefore, we dressed as we knew Mark would have wanted. In my case that meant wearing a blue/lavender dress and Mark's own ring on a chain around my neck.
I can always recognize when his voice is played on the jazz station. He has beautiful natural singing voice. Thank you for this celebration.
I have been listening to ‘September Ballads’ for 30 years and have never grown tired of it. One of the best jazz recordings ever
Wonderful tribute.
Thank you for putting this online and allowing us to share with so many others who loved the virtually incomparable Mark Murphy.
Judith Maxie, Vancouver, Canada
As one who had for many years worshipped Mr. Murphy from afar, I was crushed to hear of his passing, and for months afterward I searched online in vain for a memorial, funeral service, tribute, something/anything that paid just a small portion of the dues long owed to him. I believe Mark Murphy should have been right up there with Sinatra if it was just about raw talent and ability. He took the road less traveled and never looked back at the price. It was inconceivable to me that there was no published service for his public to try and figure out how the hell the world will keep going without him; so my heart is leaping through my chest at finally locating this. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for posting it.
fully agree
met mark at ronnie scotts as the warm up for elvin jones
he was really pleasant and i bought him a whiskey at that
send me a sigend photograph to say THANKS
now that was a real singer and musician!!!!!!!!!
Elling over does it. Mark was the real deal.
He is celebrated here in NYC he is a part of my daily life. However he hope those around the world keep his music alive
Part of my life too. We met in Atlanta in the 90's. Started listening to him in Philly as a teenager - RAH - RAH - RAH. Still listening in Denver. Thanks for posting on TH-cam.
It's wonderful to be able to hear these inside stories about Mark for someone in Amsterdam who has been listening to his songs for three decades
Great tribute to Mark Murphy. He was one of a kind!
Found this post on Mother's Day. As a life long jazz fan I am thrilled with this wonderful gift. I found Mark Murphy only a few years ago. I own 15 of his CDs and am always looking for more from this great creative artist. Thank you so very much.
I guess Im kind of off topic but do anyone know of a good website to watch newly released series online ?
@Maverick Nathaniel I would suggest flixzone. You can find it by googling :)
Thank you for this!!
Thank you so much to whoever posted this online.
Valerie it was me Ari Silverstein of NYCJazzTour.com co producer of the event
THANK YOU FOR POSTING THIS!!!
Excellent.
Thanks for listening
mister master
Zzz please post more of his music PLEEEEEEZE!!!!!
Pamela2961 There are tons of audio and video examples of Mark's music, here on You Tube.
With ALL RESPECT AND LOVE...... Why don't people who get up and sing respectful to Mark, this utmost occasion "wear clothing fitting of such an occasion and THE MAN?????" No harm meant.... I just don't get it, we are grown ups.
Pamela2961 I am one of those who spoke at this event. I don't understand your comment. This was actually a tribute to a very flamboyant and colorful man, not a solemn, somber occasion. Therefore, we dressed as we knew Mark would have wanted. In my case that meant wearing a blue/lavender dress and Mark's own ring on a chain around my neck.
Pamela2961 I happen to agree those performers were NOT on the schedule but added by outside forces that shall remain nameless