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David Sherr
May 16, 2019
There needs to be a book about this man, maybe the most interesting I ever met. I knew him when he lived in LA and played with him at least once a week. Hanging out with him was always a great experience.
Ann Braithwaite
September 28, 2016
Just was wondering how Harvey was doing so I googled him - 10 years late. We knew him through the jazz world - he was a wonderful drummer, but more than that, he was a brilliant guy with a warm heart and great to talk with. My husband and I enjoyed him very much. He came to our wedding in Vermont 20 years ago. He will be missed.
Alison Harvey
March 22, 2016
Dear Antonia,
Thanks for the reply. Harvey was one of those people that one meets in life that make a deep impression and are never forgotten. The people I used to play music with at Canter's would all just sit back and smile in astonishment at his incredible drum solos; I had never seen anyone play the drums like he did, with the sticks on the rims, or throwing some hands onto the skins, etc. He was also an important bit of "glue" between various flaky young band members at Canters in those days (1992-1994), and used to make terribly cutting and witty asides about various people in the bar. He had wonderful stories that sometimes sounded to skeptical ears like exaggerations but always ended up being completely true, such as work he had done in Hollywood, or just stories of his life. I left LA to go to Eastern Europe and talked to him once on the phone when I came back; he was still in LA then but I lost touch after that. I was stunned and saddened to hear of his passing, but it is lovely to read the tributes here and just listen in on some other dimensions of his life. Thank you for your reply post and all my best regards to you and your family. Alison Harvey
Harvey's High School Grad Photo Revere 1955
Michael Sims
March 21, 2016
Harvey's High School Grad Photo
Michael Sims
March 21, 2016
Antonia Graffeo
June 3, 2015
Alison, thanks for the lovely post! I'm going to check out canters next week. Im excited to spend some time in one of his old stomping grounds.
Bet you can't believe I'm living in California now papa. Turns out New York was too cold for me. Love and miss you everyday.
June 2, 2015
Hi Allison, yes, Harvey was the best drummer! He did live a short time in LA. He was greatly loved and dearly missed.
Alison Harvey
June 1, 2015
I don't know if this is the Harvey Brower I knew in Los Angeles; he played drums at the Kibbutz Room in Canter's Deli when I was playing violin sometimes there, in 1993-1994. He was the best drummer I have ever met, and a lovely person, too. If this is you, Harvey, I'm sorry I won't be able to greet you again in this life. All my regards to your family. [[email protected]]
antonia graffeo
November 10, 2013
Happy birthday papa. We are celebrating your life today with chinese food and of course a little vanilla to cut the grease. I miss you
Vic Scionti
October 27, 2013
Harv, keep your drums tuned; I'll see on the other side. We'll take it on the road one more time. I miss ya buddy. PS. Say hi to the Frog for me...
Antonia Graffeo
October 2, 2013
Lisa, I would love to see you. Email me, I was thinking about you today, this is the only way I knew how to reach you love Toni ([email protected])
May 17, 2012
#1
K C
February 14, 2009
To Harveys Loved ones: Its been almost three years. He had touched my heart so much that I will never forget him. He is still loved and missed greatly now and always
Priscilla M.
October 17, 2008
Harvey;
I been thinking of you, so sad never got to say good -bye..
Thanks for touching and enriching my life...
Thanks for the memories....
Antonia Graffeo
February 7, 2008
Thank you all for saying such nice things about my "papa". As most know he was and always will be to me, a great man. He took on the most important role in my life as the most wonderful father any girl could ask for. Never in his life had he said a harsh word to me, even when i drove him crazy, for all I know the choices that I am making are still driving him crazy. It has been almost two years now, and I feel as if I am just starting to learn the wonders of his life. It's an unbelieveable story, yet completely imaginable because to my dad, NOTHING is impossible.
Darren
December 15, 2006
Harvey:
Thank you for my first break! Letting me sit in with Al and the band at Cafe Italia was my first experience; you encouraged me and always welcomed me to your drum throne. Thank you. Your warm spirit will live on. I will spread your hospitailty!
Darren
Jimmie Rivera
November 17, 2006
Harvey,
I am very sad to hear of the news today (I'm in LA now). I will miss your incredible playing, especially in the trio setting where you really shined! I will also miss your witty remarks and listening to your perspective on current events. I will never forget our times together.
Carmela Beattie
March 30, 2006
Dear Harvey,
You were loved by so many and so many were loved by you. You truly had a way of touching people and making them feel special with kindness and humor.
I am very grateful my friend Lisa got to be loved by you.
Patrick Purdon
March 30, 2006
Dear Harvey, I feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to perform with you this past year! I will always remember your warmth, your hillarious jokes, and the great times we had at Remington's and Lucky's.
S.C.
March 7, 2006
SINATRA SUNDAYS WILL NOT BE THE SAME WITHOUT HARVEY. HE WILL BE MISSED BY EVERYONE AT LUCKYS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL HARVEY'S FRIENDS AND FAMILY
Leah Souza
March 4, 2006
It was always so fun performing with you but what I will remember most are the great times I had watching and hanging out with you and the guys at Remington's. You always made me laugh and I will cherish the memories of you forever.
Patricia Waters
March 2, 2006
oh i am so sorry to know of harvey's passing. i worked for harvey in his office for many years. he was a gentle and considerate man. we talked a few times recently...... please accept my sympathy at his passing.... Pat
Steve Glixman
March 2, 2006
How sad I am to hear this awfull news of your passing Harvey..you were one of my first and best friends....we formed our first band together and drove your Mom and Dad crazy with our rehersing..I feel terrible that I did not speak to you in quite a while...since I visited you on Daulphin Ave...a few years ago...goodbuy my friend
with love Steve...
Alan & Gail Greenberg
March 2, 2006
Harvey,
Miss our times with you @ Camille in the 'old' days....boy, you were a lousy tennis player....once an Amecian, always an Amecian!!
Bob & Karen Glina
March 1, 2006
Friends from long ago!!
Mark Greel
March 1, 2006
Dear Harvey,
I will never forget performing with you. I will always be astounded when I think of looking behind me on the bandstand and hearing your joyous and energetic playing. No one ever played more drums with the least amount of drums on the stand. Always a gracious, kind and funny human being. I will miss you always
. Mark Greel
Steve & Sandy Marvin
March 1, 2006
Harvey, You will be missed by all your friends. We will miss your sense of humor and always trasure your friendship!
James Martorano
March 1, 2006
We'll miss you my friend.
henry d. podolsky
March 1, 2006
cousin goldie and family,
kindest thoughts are with you and your loved ones at this time of sorrow.
Dave Zox
February 28, 2006
Harvey, my friend, I will always remember playing music with you, arguing over politics, and laughing at your jokes! You are a brilliant, funny, generous, and high spirited man; an unforgettable and very special person whom I admire and appreciate. I know that your family and many, many friends miss you very much, as I do.
Fondly, Dave Zox
Edward Abrams
February 28, 2006
Cousin Harvey: I will miss you!
You have always been my Hero!!!
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