| Doc,
As is the case with many of us here you have been an inspiration to me since I was a young boy. I also stayed up late many a-time to listen to you play on the Tonight Show. I remember one evening my mom shouted to me downstrairs "Kevin! Come up quick! Johnny Carson says that Doc is going to cook after the break!". Imagine my dissapointment when you actually gave a cooking demonstration and made spaghetti sauce!! I had wanted you to play but none the less, we tried your recipe and it was fantastic!
I saw a couple of your live tapings in Burbank back in the day and always try to catch you when you are in the Salt Lake area. You have always been such a gentleman when I've had the opportunity to meet with you and your abilities on the trumpet are just amazing. That uber rich, full sound of yours always inspires me! You are truly a class act and I wish you all the best in your retirement.
Sincerely,
Kevin |