Mark Acord

I studied bass with Mark weekly at Rice Music from 1999-2002. He wrote/signed my letter of recommendation for a scholarship in 2002 for a summer program at the Berkeley School of Music in Los Angeles, CA. Most of my knowledge of the the fingerboard and scales/modes are to thank, because of Mark. He could teach you anything you wanted to learn, on bass or treble clef. He would break down parts for you on the bass, then on the piano, then on the trumpet. It seemed to me that his...

Mark is one of the kindest souls I have ever encountered. He always had encouragement when it was needed and refused to to accept any negativity for any situation. I only wish that I had spent more time in his presence as he always seemed to be able to make some of my darker moments brighter. "Thank you, Mark. That was very very zen of you." My prayers and love go out to Deb and Alexa.

I recall when Alexa wrecked her car and called for her dad at work - Mark dropped what he was doing and went to help her. Mark was a great friend who dared to speak the truth from which others shied away. He made me a better musician and made me want to be a better man. Mark had words which made me feel joy ... for no reason at all he would declare " Molybdenum ! " ... or, " that's very Zen of you " ... Mark Acord, you are loved and missed

I am deeply sadened not for Mark but for those who not be able and enjoy and be enlightened or inspired by his knowledge of life and his passion for music. I can't help but grin thinking of him making a stir and wakening people up on the other side. I would not be playing music if it wasn't for Mark. I will always be thankful to him. As a single Dad, I was concerned aobut bringing my children to our lessons. Not only did Mark encourage it but he would always tell me how very blessed I...

One of the truelly amazing people that I have had the great pleasure of working with and became great friends with has left us. I am deeply sadend by his passing. My thoughts go out to Deb and Alexa. He so inspirational to all who crossed his path. The music scene in the Springs will be dimmer without Mark's presence. I will miss ya brother.

Mark was one of the greatest guys to work with in a band. He was always patient and worked hard to improve musicianship throughout the band, but also improving friendship with band mates. Mark was a hard worker. Mark and Deb made managing a band look easy. Let alone they gracefully worked together as a couple in the same band. I learned alot from Mark in the Hero band and I have continued to forward on his wisdom that he brought to his fellow musicians with fairness, friendship,...

Mark was one of the neatest guys our family could know. He was an awsome bass player. My son took bass guitar lessons from him. Not only was he a great teacher but also a mentor to my son. He encouraged my son to continue with Scouts and earn his Eagle Badge. He would take time to just chat with him and find out what was going on in his life. Mark truly loved music and teaching music to anyone who wanted to learn. Our family will miss him.
The Murphys

Not only will I remember Mark as a wonderful musician, but as Deb's great source of pride and joy. A great love story.

OMG....what a loss to the local scene man....he was one of the ones that you knew .....from everywhere....ya know.....

A real Musician of the first order.

I had the great pleasure of working with him at Rice many years ago and also at Pro Sound recently.

The dudes sense of humor....his professionalism towards music and his compassion and passion for life ...........I don't know what to say.

The last time I saw him was full of smiles and laughter as...