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for Scott Parkinson
Carey Kirkpatrick
August 5, 2004
I knew Scott when I was a freshman at Eastman and feel very fortunate to have been around him. I remember that Mahler 3 concert that Matt Witten spoke about, and I remember feeling much the same way. It didn't take long once you knew Scott to be inspired by his musicianship and his kind nature. He was a wonderful guy, a fantastic musician, and will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to his family.
Suzy Tacaraya
August 2, 2004
I just found out that Scott passed away. My condolences to his family. I knew Scott back in high school, we were in the same Spanish class. We spent many days working on our final exam, which was a silly cooking show in Spanish. He acted as well as produced our cooking show on video. He had a great imagination. I was hoping to catch up at our 10 year high school reunion. I am grateful that I knew him.
Love,
Suzy
Allen Barnhill
August 2, 2004
I came to know Scott when he was a finalist for a vacancy in the Houston Symphony a few years ago. It was a privilege to get acquainted with him and to have him play in the orchestra for a week. We spent a good bit of time together and I could easily see that he was a gifted musician and a very fine human being. I share in the grief that you all must feel; what a loss. My heart goes out to his family and friends. You are in my prayers.
Shannon Gordon
August 1, 2004
I recently received the news of Scott's passing this past weekend and was deeply saddened. My thoughts and prayers are with you Robin. Scott was a great person and an extremely talented trombonist.
Jason Bridges
July 28, 2004
I am so sorry to hear the sad news about Scott. To Robin and his family, you are in our thoughts.
Jason and Majbritt
Carrie (Van Schaick) and Steven Zugelder
July 26, 2004
We would like to send our deepest condolences to Robin, Mr. and Mrs. Parkinson and Jennifer for their loss. We feel very fortunate to have been such a large part of Scott's life throughout Eastman, Julliard and in Buffalo. Scott was a truly amazing friend and musical inspiration to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
matthew witten
July 23, 2004
To Scott's family: I am so sorry for your loss. When I was a freshman, Philharmonia performed Mahler's third Symphony which most of you will know has a huge trombone solo that Scott played (and nailed it I might add). I just remember being so amazed, asking nearby friends, who is that? His playing was an inspiration to anyone you ask. Scott will be greatly missed.
Adam Green
July 20, 2004
My deepest condolences to Scott's family. It is terribly sad to have lost such a wonderful person. I will miss him.
Lori Wike
July 20, 2004
Scott was a wonderful, generous and fun-loving friend, and I am deeply saddened to learn of his passing. I have many warm memories of our road trip adventures and of the time we spent together at Eastman and Aspen. My deepest condolences to Robin and to all of Scott's family.
Vanessa Rose
July 19, 2004
From Chautauqua to Eastman to New York (and beyond), I have enjoyed Scott's friendship and inspiring passion for life. We will miss you, Scott.
Helen Halligan
July 19, 2004
What shocking news. Condolences to all family members from the parish community of St. Mary's. Scott contributed so much to our parish, while studying at Eastman. Sorry we lost contact, and you were so nearby. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family at this time.
Mike Sapienza
July 19, 2004
Scott was always a great inspiration to me in AYP. Which was our youth Symphony in VA. I will never forget his passion for what he did. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family..
Jennifer (Lanter) Larson
July 19, 2004
I was shocked and terribly saddened to hear of Scott's passing. I will cherish our Chatauqua, ESM, and NRO memories.
Mr. and Mrs. Parkinson and Robin, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Christina Guarino
July 18, 2004
My thoughts and prayers go out to Robin and all of Scott's family and friends. I was their classmate at Juilliard and I feel lucky to have known him and deeply saddened for the loss.
Lindsay Williams
July 18, 2004
I was deeply saddened to hear about Scott's passing. I was friends with him when we played in Youth Symphony together in high school, and we were together at Eastman for three years. I remember how enthusiastic and passionate about music he was, that he was always happy, and I never knew anyone who did not think the world of him and his talent. I had the pleasure of running into him at Julliard a year ago while he was (not surprisingly) subbing with the New York Philharmonic. He was a wonderful talent and a life that will be greatly missed.
DJ Sparr
July 17, 2004
I am sorry to hear about the passing of Scott. He was one of my younger Sibs at the Eastman School when he was a freshman in 1994-95, and he was of course a great guy and a fine musician. My warmest condolences to the family.
Laura Sheppard
July 17, 2004
I wish to extend my deepest condolences to The Parkinson Family and to his wife Robin. Scott’s parents, Judy and Leonard Parkinson, are dear friends of my parents. My mother, Patricia Cochran, played violin with Judy Parkinson for many many years. My parents were always proud of Scott and always kept me up to date with his amazing accomplishments...too many to enumerate. This world has lost an amazing musician, son and husband. My heart is breaking for his wife, family and friends. They are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Laura Cochran-Sheppard and family
Jennifer Marotta
July 17, 2004
You couldn't meet a more kind and gentle person. I'll miss my dear friend from ESM and my hiking partner in Breckenridge. I'll keep the family in my thoughts and prayers.
tom Gibson
July 17, 2004
The trombone community of Atlanta sends our deepest condolences. We pray for peace for your family.
Milt Stevens
July 17, 2004
As Scott's teacher during his high school years, I knew first hand his talent, dedication, and aspirations. It is devastating to lose such a perfect human being at such a tender age. We empathize with Robin and his parents, Len and Judy, and his sister Jennifer. Scott will be missed immensely by all who he touched.
Milt and Priscilla Stevens
Karen Blankenship
July 16, 2004
I am so sorry to hear of this tragic loss of a fine young musician. My husband, Mike Pittsley and I are friends of Jonathan Lombardo and my husband is a professional Jazz trombonist. We are huge fans of the trombone and the loss of one affects all. We will keep you all in our prayers.
Karen and Mike
Shizuo Kuwahara
July 16, 2004
I am so happy that we share so many great memories together. You have inspired me to become better musician and better person. You are one of very few people that I came very close friend with, and a person who I shared many personal thoughts. I will always remember you and I will cherish our memories.
Carolina Sanders
July 16, 2004
My most heartfelt condolences to Robin and all of Scott's family. Scott and my son, Stefan Sanders, have been the best of friends. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kimberly Russ
July 16, 2004
Scott will be missed. He was a genuine source of inspiration for many people in all aspects of life. My favorite memory of Scott was during the preparation of his Masters Recital at Juilliard. He chose to perform a song transcription to dedicate to Robin. It was absolutely gorgeous. My deepest condolences to all of his family.
Jill Beatty Pruszynski
July 16, 2004
Scott was one of the most sincere, genuine people that I have ever known, in addition to his many other amazing qualities. He touched so many lives with his uplifting personality, generosity and love of life. I feel very special to have been his friend.
Eric Shepherd
July 16, 2004
Autumn and I have been numb since hearing the awful news on Wednesday. I don't know what to say - Scott was an incredible person, and he will be missed. Robin, I'm thankful for so many good memories with you and Scott; we will miss his warmth and generosity and how much we enjoyed spending time with you in an often lonely town with no family. You are constantly in our thoughts and prayers; we grieve with you for the loss of a good friend and a wonderful human being.
Love,
Eric and Autumn
Bill Dinwiddie
July 16, 2004
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Scott. While I did not know him personally, I have heard great things about his playing. God bless him and the family.
BD
Liz Johnston
July 16, 2004
Our family is praying for you. *I know that you don't know me, but I am a sister of Thomas & Jeanine Woods (from your church). He emailed us concerning your loss.
~Liz
Amy Getter-Santos
July 16, 2004
As another ESM friend, I am deeply saddened by the loss of such a tremendous human being. Beyond his immeasurable talent, Scott was certainly one of the warmest people that I ever knew. He touched so many lives through his music and friendship. My heart goes out to his family.
Mark Salatino
July 16, 2004
I was so sad to learn of Scott's passing. Scott was a wonderful person, and I always enjoyed working with him and just being around him. He will be truly missed by the many people who undoubtedly feel exactly the same way.
Andrea Levine
July 16, 2004
I knew Scott as a friend and colleague at Eastman. I did not know him very well, but he was such an inspiration. In my practicing, I still think of him everyday because of all the smart advice he gave me, and just because of the superb professional and musical example he set for everyone around him. And, of course, he always knew how to have a good time, and left no one out.
Scott was someone about whom I expected to hear a lot more great things in the profession and in the world. It is so sad and so unbelievable that such a vibrant personality and musician is no longer existing. We are all lucky to have known him in any capacity.
Dianne and Jack Rogers
July 16, 2004
Please accept our deepest condolences. We will remember Scott as a dear friend to our son, Lee Rogers, and the special music played at Lee's and Becky's wedding.
Matt Bickel
July 16, 2004
I am both shocked and saddened by the devastating news. Scott and I were friends at Eastman. I was always inspired by Scott's playing and his passion for music. He was a wonderful person.
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Scott's family and loved ones. You are in my prayers.
Christy Allan (nee Trefney)
July 16, 2004
My deepest condolences to Scott's family. I also went to Eastman with Scott. I remember Scott as radiating such warmth and kindness.
Jobey Wilson
July 16, 2004
My deepeset condolences to the Parkinson family. Scott and I met in Aspen in 1997, performed together numerous times, and I must say he was one of the dearest people I ever met. God bless you all.
Jerry Sam
July 15, 2004
I would like to ask you to express my deepest condolescence to Scott's family. I went to school with Scott at Eastman and he was SUCH an outstanding human being. This news deeply saddens me.
Candice Dlugosch
July 15, 2004
Scott and I were friends and colleagues at Eastman. I heard many Joe Alessi stories during the time I knew Scott! Scott was a good friend, a talented musician and genuinely sweet human being.
Scott, I will miss you. Your kind smile and beautiful trombone playing will remain a special memory in my heart always.
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