BILLY-TAYLOR-Obituary

BILLY TAYLOR

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TAYLOR--Dr. Billy. I mourn the loss of my dear friend of 45 plus years. He was a devoted husband, father, and mentor to so many. A jazz pianist, composer, and educator extraordinaire, he nevertheless found time to give to others, but especially to Jazzmobile, the Kennedy Center and to his...

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It is my hope that all affected by his loss receive comfort from God. He provides peace of mind and heart and hope. Phillipians 4:6,7

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Taylor Family,
We are sorry for your loss. Look forward to the day when we all can say, "Death where is your victory? Death where is your sting." (1 Corinthians 15:54) As you await that glorious day, keep yourselves in God's love.

My deepest condolences go to the family of that great promoter of this wonderful jazz music. Dr. Billy Taylor. I saw him and his trio when they came to the jazz at the Hilton series. His radio program on NPR was so awesome. I can just imagine the great jam session that is taking place in heaven right now. I have no doubt that Dr. T is swinging with the other greats. R.I.P Dr. T I am so glad we will always have your great music to remember you by.

To the Taylor family,
Dr. Taylor inspired, encouraged, and mentored thousands of students in the Jazz in July program each summer at the University of Massachusetts, where my daughter and I were blessed with opportunities to meet and learn from him. In each moment of conversation and learning, he exemplified the values that I cherish most - kindness, integrity, humility, respect, and love.
His teachings and example fan out to each person who learns of him. I know that many of my...

Elegant is how I would attempt to describe Dr. Billy Taylor, as a compassionate person, an inspired mentor and a musician who summarized the art of music through performance, composition and teaching. I had the honor of having my Teachers College Columbia University SPIRIT Improv ensemble perform with him as well as savoring his authenticity as he visited my Jazz classes at the College. To Theodora, Kim and the family, we mourn this great loss with you.
Our concert in May will pay...

I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Taylor's passing. As a former music student in the 70's at Virginia Commonwealth University I had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Taylor on one of his visits to Richmond, VA. His lecture was to a small number of students so we got to experience his lecture & demonstration up close. It was great! My condolences to family and friends. God bless.

I extend my sympathy to the Taylor Family. Dr. Taylor did much to educate America and the world about Jazz. He will be long remembered for his appearances on the CBS Sunday Morning show. Dr. Taylor made a positive difference during his life. We were blessed to have had him during our time.