In celebration of the memory of the wonderful jazz pianist James "Sid" Simmons (11.27.1946 - 11.5.2010). I hope all who loved Sid and his music will enjoy this tribute.
Thank you, Melissa. Watching and listening to this is a wonderful way to recapture the feelings that we all got to experience knowing Sid. Your art work is marvelous and Sid's solo makes me feel like I'm back on the bandstand with this fantastic musician and human being.
wonderful video Mel. and your art work is spectacular. your talents are astounding. i'm always impressed by your magic. i'm sure Sid is picking up on your positive energy and labors of love.
What a wonderful and moving portrait of this humble giant of our music!
Peace and blessings....keep the faith!
JAZZeFANS 2 months ago
Hey Melissa, Thanks for this beautiful tribute, and sharing your great art with us! All the best, Aad Overeem
Blijdenstein 3 months ago
Beautiful Melissa. Thanks for sharing.
joehrin 3 months ago
Thank you, Melissa. Watching and listening to this is a wonderful way to recapture the feelings that we all got to experience knowing Sid. Your art work is marvelous and Sid's solo makes me feel like I'm back on the bandstand with this fantastic musician and human being.
laraby4 3 months ago 2
wonderful video Mel. and your art work is spectacular. your talents are astounding. i'm always impressed by your magic. i'm sure Sid is picking up on your positive energy and labors of love.
theROBandQUASI 3 months ago
Love you Daddy
Motherearth34t 3 months ago
Beautiful tribute and incredible artwork by Melissa Gilstrap!
pdluss 3 months ago
very cool!
monacaba 3 months ago
this is really great, it is so nice to see and hear this clip thank you so much for putting this together and sending it to me.
i still have the paper and i will keep it with me forever!
its great to hear his voice again too, yeah Sid the more you play the more i love it too
doublejohnson79 3 months ago