Los Angeles, California
Jazzman extraordinaire and acclaimed TV and film Music Editor, George Arthur Probert, Jr., has passed away at the age of 87. George played with many jazz greats including Bob Scobey, Kid Ory and in the Firehouse Five Plus Two. He was Music Editor for some of TV's most iconic series: Dallas,...
Read MoreI 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
Jack Wiard
January 09, 2022 | Friend
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 :-)
Sheryl Greenwood
January 24, 2015 | Pomona, CA
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
Jack Wiard
January 23, 2015 | Sydney,Australia
Just a thank you for the music, from overseas
Peter Lundberg
January 20, 2015 | Gothenburg Sweden
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!"
Brandon Ensley
January 17, 2015 | Missoula, MT
