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jazzand (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
Hey Gust, I heard your vibes back then and they certainly weren't "hackin." I also got to play with Dennis a number of times and he was such a great cat to be around (and funny as hell when he and Ralph Lalama went at it.) Dennis still practiced clarinet and knew a lot about Tango as as well (he used to tell me cats to check out).I've got some video from a concert we did with Barry Harris, Ralph Lalama and Leroy Williams. I'll try to edit and post it.Dennis was THE cat. I miss him.
fodera6 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
I had the distinct pleasure of meeting Dennis for the first time at one of my gigs (I play bass in a few groups with his son). I was a bit nervous but I'll never forget his laid-back manner and seemingly-endless reservoir of wisdom. RIP Dennis. You are sadly missed.
sbrownie (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
'to swing or not to swing, that is the hangup'...indeed!R.I.P......
deangelico (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
Great tribute to a wonderful Musician and a Beautiful Man.when I watch this I am reminded of the great chat we had in the Village Vanguard about the Goons. RIP Dennis you will be sadly missed
alithea1 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
I was blessed by Dennis when he agreed to play bass with me (hackin at that vibes as I were) to open this silly little club named Visiones one day after Thanksgiving in 1986, he was always reciting Lord Buckley talkin or playin ball, but most of all spreading more love than the average human being, it's always a shame when the sweet souls move on too soon...........Gust Tsilis
nonblond97 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
hey i am dennis'step niece once removed i am related to sweetmentaldesseray thanks for all the kind words and everything it means lots
PeteCBass (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
Thanks for posting. Dennis was one of the greats and will be sorely missed. RIP Ski.
FlamingoReaper (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
...Onto the next level, Dennis.gsessum
Teosax718 (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
Dennis, I still remember that weekend at Visiones. You on bass, Karriem Riggins on drums, and Mulgrew Miller on piano. Swingin' from the first beat!!! God Bless your soul and I'll see you later...Teodross Avery
n72mcvey (November 30, 1999 at 12:00 am)
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