WBGO Video Tribute to James Moody

[RaiderEleven]

James Moody was one of the GREAT tenor saxists and flutists, playing at a peak of performance until he passed at 85. He won many DownBeat jazz polls for his flute playing alone. His last CD "Moody 4B" won the Grammy award for jazz instrumental performance. A longtime associate of Dizzy Gillespie since the 40s, his "Last Train from Overbrook" and amazing solo on "Moody's Mood for Love" are among his best. Another great jazzman has left the bandstand for last time.

[dreadtodred]

you will be always remembered

[dreadtodred]

you were the best James Moody rest in peace !! thanks

[flanissimo]

you were better than most

[SaxyGuyDestin]

A brilliant mind and a wonderful soul has gone to rest. A terrific musician and an inspiration for us all! Long live the memories and the recordings of Mr. Moody!

[goinxnginx]

James, who left us a few days ago, was the ultimate jazz musician. He was a humble, brilliant, and creative man who was a giant among sax players. I always appreciated that he had no need for a neck strap, and he PLAYED. He just PLAYED! He spoke in this tribute the truth - reflecting his essence as the most encouraging and inspiring of all the teachers I have ever known. We will miss you, Moody. Thanks for the memories. 

[yamara58]

amazing video of jazz ! unforgettable james moody !

[billmcb]

Plain, uncomplicated and unadulterated...soul!...

(We'll all miss those things from Moody.)

Sincerely,

Bill McBirnie

[Chrthom92]

The pride of Newark Eastside High School, R.I.P. Mr. Moody, thanks for all the wonderful music.

[fretsalive]

Thank you for this video.....I did not know of Moody until today. Amazing person!

[1122jannie]

Thank you for MUSIC...

[VeganaExPuta]

An all-time favorite of mine... very, very sad.

[WilkyMay609]

"There's no one better than me, but I am not better than anyone else either"..What a great way to go thru life. Tis a sad day.

[BrickCityBornandBred]

R.I.P. Mr. James Moody. Thank you for all the wonderful music.

[RachTrinity]

RIP MOODY!! Classic. Absolutely a legend.

[oybay]

This was wonderful. RIP.

[Soulmetoo]

Tonight I'm so sad, rest in peace Mr. Moody

[magwheels8]

Fantastic video, loved the quotes of Moody's you included, and the music, editing. Beautifully done, a wonderful tribute. Thank you!

[cooleysbc]

You're The Man , Mr. Moody! Rest in peace...

[austria3000]

RIP

[debrarose427]

mr. moody...we all have been blessed with your music in our lives...

thank you...

[NikitamoniVB]

rest in peace mister moody, love your music!

and your music will never die

[pmsmorga]

RIP and see you, Mr James Moody.

[benbendude]

RIP!! Beautiful cat!!!

[Gabrisan]

RIP

[calcner]

RIP

[jabf123]

RIP

[Dmila220]

RIP MOODY!

[okh]

RIP, Moody :(

[TheBassplayah]

I loved Moodys playing when I first heard it...Saw him in Amherst MA, Glad I saw him, Im saddened to learn of him having pancreatic Cancer Read about it at artsjournal do t co m slash rifftides Thanks very much for the vid Tribute

[scottwbutler]

The world is so much a better place for you being here. thank you Moody

[myronrita]

a beautiful tribute to a great musician , my brother & I use to play the old 78's before we went to school and everyone sang & scat Moody's Mood for Love.

[decus69]

i'd like some lessons, come and teach me how to play bebop like you.

[vjb007]

That was very informative, didn't know all this about Moody! Thank you.

[Cymbalgroove]

Moody is one of the all time greats!! Great attitude and personality too!!