Wilmer mentioned that he attended a memorial the other day for the late LEO BALL that started with a discussion about Joe Wilder, who also was there at the memorial and played a heartfelt solo honoring Leo.
After reading Bill Crow's beautiful article about Leo...I would encourage any one who not only worked with Leo but those who were lucky and honored to meet this beautiful soul that shared time, space and music with...during his lifetime.
Go to:
Bill Crow web site and read not only about Leo...but also check out Bills beautiful gallery and beautiful gift in writings.
A Trumpeter
Also was surprised that he grew up just a few miles north here in the NW. Kirkland Washington. Bill was also blessed to have had great musician friends during those years....such as the late FLOYD STANDIFER AND DON LAMPHERE.
SMALL WORLD...BILL IF YOU ARE LURKING!
Thanks Bill for all you do and long live the memory of an amazingly gifted musician.
Would love to hear more about Leo