Marian McPartland R.I.P.
Posted: Wed Aug 21, 2013 7:30 pm
I have always been very fond of the Jazz pianist and radio broadcaster, Marian McPartland, may she rest in peace.
and a very fine radio broadcaster too, this is the first of seven clips on youtube from her hour long interview with Bill Evans:
She was a lovely pianistMarian McPartland- 1918-2013
Dear friends,
We are sorry to inform you that Marian peacefully passed away at the age of 95 in her home in Port Washington, NY. She died in her sleep at 11:58pm on Tuesday, August 20th (The Night of the Blue Moon), smiling, knowing that she was surrounded by family and friends.
and a very fine radio broadcaster too, this is the first of seven clips on youtube from her hour long interview with Bill Evans: