| Re: Burt
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Originally Posted by wiseone2  Joe Shepley called me a few minutes ago to let me know that Burt Collins had passed away yesterday. Burt was one of the sweetest people to grace the planet. He was a super player. In his day he was one of the busiest studio players in NYC.
Here is more about my friend. Burt Collins: Information from Answers.com
Wilmer | Another great one has fallen. His work is done,and will bear fruit.
Let's trumpet his work !
Wilmer,how is Mr. Shepley doing these days ?
His tenure in Duke Pearson's band is fondly remembered.
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