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for George Probert
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Jack Wiard
January 9, 2022
I still regularly play his many recordings. He was a major influence on my soprano sax style. I first met him at Disneyland where he was with the Firehouse 5 +2
Sheryl Greenwood
January 24, 2015
No matter when, no matter where George's last words to me were always Practice!! I will miss you George and every time I practice I will always remember you :-)
Jack Wiard
January 23, 2015
George was a great inspiration to me. After hearing his soprano sax playing with the FIREHOUSE FIVE + 2,i took up the instrument.He was a great musician and mentor. Jack Wiard
Peter Lundberg
January 20, 2015
Just a thank you for the music, from overseas
Brandon Ensley
January 17, 2015
I am sorry to hear that Mr. Probert has passed away. Although I only had the honor of playing with and learning from Papa George a few times (via Camp Heebie Jeebies and the Johnny Mac Band in Great Falls, MT) his warmth, humor, and unparalleled musicianship made a life long impact on me. Now that I am a music teacher myself I often think back on the lessons and "George-isms" he shared. My favorite of which was "shut up and practice!"
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