Benjamin F. Elkins

I was just thinking back on my college days as a Trumpet student and Music Ed Major at The Berklee College of Music (1979-1983). I was a Trumpet student student of Ben's during my tIme at Berklee College of music and part of The Back Bay Brass and I believe the Count Basie Band ensemble. I remember playing a Halloween gig at one of the local Hotels with the Back Bay Brass! Ben was one of several funny an incredibly warm and musically talented conductors and musicians at the school. I am so...

I thought about all of you missing your Beloved Ben this Christmas. May the many Happy Memories carry you through this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love You, Joannie

Ben, we loved you very much. Your death leaves many grieving. We have been blessed by your kind and giving nature as well as your great sense of humor. Thank you for the wonderful contribution you are to our family. Forever and always, with love, Alice