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Dick Hyman is 97 years young!

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Mike K

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I have had the privilege of hearing DH live many, many times. And every time was indeed a privilege. I do not know if he still plays, but his recorded legacy is wide and deep. He has few equals - Oscar Peterson, Paul Smith, Tatum, Flanagan, Hank Jones, and a very few others. He can play anything he wants. The linked article summarizes his career nicely.

(Ray Brown once said that no one does everything perfectly, but that Hyman comes closest). Ray would know.

https://www.arts.gov/honors/jazz/dick-hyman

Lack of skill dictates economy of style. - Joey Ramone

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RE: Dick Hyman is 97 years young! - Funky Bob 12:20:17 06/13/24 (0)
One of my favorite CDs of all time. This disc has been in heavy rotation over the years. I'm surprised the laser hasn't burned a hole through it by now.
- https://referencerecordings.com/recording/from-the-age-of-sw (Open in New Window)
an unfortunate name combo - hifitommy 16:06:31 03/11/24 (3)
wouldn't you say? he has proved to be a real master though.
...regards...tr
- I once flew with a good pilot with the unfortunate name of Dick Bigger. nt - alaskahiatt 11:25:19 03/12/24 (1)
  - RE: I once flew with a good pilot with the unfortunate name of Dick Bigger. nt - stringplay 20:10:50 03/15/24 (0)
    Ok, but you can't beat Jr.
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_y0KyW7m2s&ab_channel=SusanaA.Mendoza
- I once had a client named - - G Squared 03:47:11 03/12/24 (0)
  Richard Urbush. When I met him in person he said, "you can call me Dick".
  Gsquared
RE: Dick Hyman is 97 years young! - fantja 12:59:33 03/11/24 (0)
Celebrate!

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