I think I may have just met a relative or friend of his (actually, I think
it was his uncle) at a festival a month or two ago. He was telling me
about some pianist who played with Buddy, and while I don't specifically
remember the name, or him saying they were from Rochester, both sound about
right. I'm afraid I don't recall the story too well, but I believe the
pianist he was talking about died rather young a few years back. Anyhow,
the guy I was talking to ran a record shop in Pueblo, Colorado, and his
name was Marc. I've got his card here; too bad it doesn't list his last
name.
Anyhow, if you're interested in following up on this, you can call him at
the shop at (719)542-5100. And let me know if it pans out!
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Marc Sabatella
marc@outsideshore.com
"The Outside Shore"
A Jazz Improvisation Primer, Scores, Sounds, & More:
http://www.outsideshore.com/