Bucky Pizzarelli, he said this would be his last performance.

[@titobattaglia7932]

RIP Bucky, you were wonderful. You’ve been for a long time the greatest exponent of a beautiful style of guitar playing, and now your son is. I never had the occasion to meet you. I wish I had, but you made my life better anyway. I wish you endless joy where you are now.

[@Arturo-sm1tb]

HISTORIC FOOTAGE. Thank you David Rosen for capturing this last show of that wonderful human being, and legendary jazz musician.

[@Johnparrilli]

I live in northeastern New Jersey and have had the opportunity to see Bucky play MANY times over the years. As well, I'm fortunate to have been able to work for and spend time talking one on one with him and to watch him play from 3 feet away. He did not have the sort of ego that said that because we were in a small workshop, he should not play a couple of tunes just for the joy of it. I can say that without a doubt he is as a player and a human being, one of the finest men to walk this Earth. He is friendly, kind and gracious. I was never made to feel anything less than special. The first time he met my wife, he kissed her hand in saying hello. If that does not tell you the character of this man, than nothing will. His smile is genuine, not something that he puts on with his suit when he goes out to perform. Many people are described as "one of a kind", Bucky is one of them. Those of us who have had the chance to hang with him are the better for that.

[@Arturo-sm1tb]

100% correct on everything you said. One time at a festival, I found myself right ahead of him in a food/drink line, and he nudged me and asked "do you know if they have chocolate milk?".. of course I didn't know (and I thought the question interesting)... but it gave me a chance to thank him for many enjoyable hours listening to him and we briefly shared small talk. Only years later on John P's radio show did someone mention Bucky's affinity for chocolate milk, and then I read about it in John's book. Didn't realize it was a fairly well known thing about him! The most important thing- I remembered his humble nature and kindness. He couldn't have been a nicer man. And what a jazz legend and unique innovator on that rhythm guitar- right up there with Freddy Green! Long may you live Bucky!

[@knuckle47]

I met him years back and he played with many of my family members who were also guitarists..he heard my name and invited me to his home and offered me free guitar lessons... I will miss him and will look forward to those lessons upstairs

[@stringbender57]

This put a big smile on my face and a lump in my throat at the same time. He will be truly missed. A super guitarist and gentleman. A class act and an American treasure. RIP Bucky. We'll never forget you and your beautiful music.

[@guitarsnjazz]

Bucky touched the hearts and lives of everyone who was fortunate enough to know him. Those who met him, have been blessed with their own favorite "Bucky stories" that will endure forever. Truly a legend as a person and a musician!

[@chazhogue2945]

I remember great times with my dad before his death a few years ago. I watch you with your pop on stage and it reminds me of how I used to handle things as well. I was always trying to be appreciative and gracious, respecting what was done before. I tip my hat to you for being a great son.

[@michaelng4141]

The man was a great player. Rest in Peace Bucky.

[@6stringtimmy]

I'm glad I ran across this. Bucky has been an inspiration to me my whole career. You will be missed. Rest In Peace Bucky..

[@mpcguy]

One of the warmest smiles in the music business. Great musician, great man!

[@Arturo-sm1tb]

and the biggest proponent of Chocolate Milk, really any kind of milk....in the history of man. All the stories are true!

[@clumein2]

another huge part of an era the will be forgotten by the newbies of today... Well, I've had the honor of hearing him and I'm thankful for this...

[@Dr_JimY]

We loved your gift of music, Bucky! Rest in peace...Happy Chords!

[@cugir321]

Love the video's with Frank, Vinni, Tommy, and Bucky! Magical stuff! He always seemed so happy.

[@papagJazz]

A jazz guitar Legend!

[@ThomasFrankIrons]

I had the pleasure of watching Bucky sitting in with John at Birdland a few years ago (around 2012). They are both amazing guitar players and were jokefully exchanging phrases - John would play something really fast and Bucky would smile and just respond with a few expertly phrased notes. It was great fun!

[@lannyallen4505]

A Paterson New Jersey born legend. What an exceptional guitar player and an even more exceptional human being. Rest in peace both Bucky and Ruth Pizzarelli who passed less than a week apart from one another last month.

[@jaytea42]

i gotten to play this big band arrangement a few times, always take great pleasure in playing that guitar arpeggio like Freddie and Bucky!

[@jean-lucbersou758]

BUCKY can't walk easily.....but if his legs are fragile ... his fingers still can travel on the guitar neck .....and he gives us a great lesson for comping "LIL' DARLIN" through phenomenal accurate voicings and chords progressions. ++++++

[@davidchamberlain8910]

The absolute master.

[@bloomz1]

What a darling sweet man...

[@geoffmenzer]

Bucky has been a huge influence thro my musical life(60 years playing guitar).I took up 7 string in late 60s after he converted from 6 to 7 because of George Van Eps demonstrating his Gretsch production model Before that Van Eps had the only one,his treasured converted Epiphone. I was encouraged by his first LP s ,to fnd a2nd hand one in the UK,and,armed with the 3 articles in guitar player magazine was soon using it in our guitar duo. I collected Bucky’s LPs and CDs,then discovered his son’s music. I drove a few hundred miles to see his son in a jazz club,which is now,alas,a pole dancing club Also I was lucky to hear and meet Bucky in Wakefield UK around 15 years ago and was able to try his Benedetto 7 string Which was so comfortable to play. Having followed John’s weekly internet radio show for many years,I was sad to learn that his father at 90 had suffered a stroke. He is surrounded by his loving family,after being probably the most recorded sideman on numerous recordings,including many pop hits. Bucky,I love you and thank you for all the years you have given me pleasure, with George Barnes,your son,and your solo records Hope you will still be able to enjoy some playing at home,and join in with the family get togethers as you did when younger with your Dominic uncles.And a big extra thank you for giving us John.xxx

[@famjams4697]

Geoff Menzer wow. Beautiful sentiment and you were lucky indeed

[@momdoyle6]

Oh Precious BUcky you were so perfect in your musical talents!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!I miss you always dear man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@slimpickens2182]

Amazing man. What a player!

[@lapicker1010]

I caught Bucky doing an intimate, small club, one night stand in New Orleans with the great Zoot Sims (circa late 70’s). It was a VERY special evening.

[@MrJazzman1350]

Bucky was an incredible player, but more than that, he was an incredible person and friend. RIP!

[@ronaldwhite5603]

First time I heard Bucky was in a duet with George Barnes. I've followed him for nearly 50 years of my own life. He was a class act!

[@teebsneeb6072]

Wonderful!

[@christinataylor6572]

Bucky you’re the Best....🎶💜🎶💜🎶😘

[@gischia333]

Living legend...

[@peteguit4731]

Very moving to see John support his dad to the stage on what might be his last performance - although with Bucky you never know! What a great, lovely man!

[@louarbiebasilio1451]

Rest in peace idol

[@drssamichelarusso7292]

great Man!

[@Arturo-sm1tb]

No exaggeration. Besides his place in rhythym guitar history, Bucky is the warmest human being on earth. Bucky made you feel like you were a lifelong friend even if you had a 20 minute conversation like I did with him, probably 20 years ago. I love Bucky Pizzarelli.

[@jaytea42]

love this man, and his guitar playing!

[@ItzMeOB]

RIP Bucky....

[@chrisround8372]

God bless to a friend that I wished I had made

[@daruij8212]

R.I.P.

[@sofiablakey6454]

A National Treasure will be missed. Whenever we hear. Honey Suckle Rose we will think of you!!!🥰😃

[@vgrvgr]

God bless Bucky.

[@daveygjuanvalldez8981]

Surfing the net for Carly Simon to Little Richard then I said what about Bucky Pizzarelli. Then I came upon this video and did not know that he had passed. RIP. God was he good! Nothing like seeing Bucky perform live. I remember the place I think Meadowlands New Jersey (or close the name escapes me) with Benny Goodman and his band, outdoor venue in the 80's or 90's. A fan sat behind me and kept yelling "Bucky! Bucky!" Everytime I think of Pizzarelli I think of that fan yelling. One of my favorite albums is "Somebody Loves Me" with Zoot Sims and Buddy Rich and my all time favorite album is "Nightwings" with Joe Venuti and playing "I'm Coming Virginia," "Nuages" and "Spiegle Blues" (the latter finds Pizzarelli overdubbing a second guitar). The duets include highly enjoyable versions of "Pennies From Heaven," "Joepizz" and an original called "The Real Godfather Blues." God Bless his family also!

[@Lucia-kk4kn]

QEPD Bucky..un grande!

[@brianvail9212]

RIP Bucky

[@chipispowdercoatingcharles8444]

What a guy

[@jazzbeau507]

I heard an interview on WMAL in Washington DC, about 1975 by Felix Grant; Bucky was telling Felix, when Bucky heard/saw the 7 string Benedetto guitar, he had to have it.

[@johnreder8167]

Anyone knows the name of this record?

[@dfraser7933]

I'm sure Freddy Green would have approved of Bucky's rendition! At 92 years young no less! God Bless B.P.

[@brackbiggs]

what a treasure

[@claymationwaves]

Perfection like

[@bolijack]

The wind section overthrow the Masters playin 😣😎🎶🎸

[@rodneycampbell3825]

I noticed though sax is a woodwind ppl still call it a horn section or a horn I guess it's either or?

[@guidemeChrist]

@@rodneycampbell3825 "horns" is usually meant as a catch all for brass + sax

[@rodneycampbell3825]

@@guidemeChrist that's what I thought

[@RnREnglands]

That's all class

[@jkim5678]

What about when he played In A Mist wow

[@seri1897]

RIp Bucky!!

[@rosesulla2616]

The Boss!

[@rosesulla2616]

A real Gentleman!

[@jkim5678]

Huge is who he was

[@TheJohnnyBE]

Miss Bucky...Looks like Aaron Heick on Tenor to Bucky's immediate left.

[@jaytea42]

Lil’ Darlin’

[@MauriatOttolink]

Look at that piano!...I bet you can see the far end of it on a clear day!

[@pianopappy]

probably a nine-foot concert grand