Pierre Dewey LaFontaine, Jr., better known as Pete Fountain, was a legendary New Orleans jazz performer. He brought the traditional jazz of his native city to a national audience through frequent appearances on television. He performed for presidents and a pope, making him an international ambassador for jazz and culture. He died August 6 at the age of 86.
In the grand scheme of things....Pete was a giant. The music spoke louder than anything anyone could say- and that's the way it should be! His sound, ideas, respect for the music and his vibe touched all kinds of people all over this planet.
Read this- http://petefountain.blogspot.com/
RIP amazing Pete Fountain!!!! Thank you Pete for what you played and HOW you played it.
Pete's tribute ;
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwQh8CR2zj4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=geV3B_DSHE8
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