R.I.P. Benny Golson 1929 - 2024

[@eulipion1]

Benny, the epitome of elegance and intelligence, has now been welcomed "Beyond The Blue Horizon" by our predecessors...God bless .

[@JazzVideoGuy]

well said

[@Horsemam3190]

A beautiful man who made the world a better place for his presence in it and who has left us a wonderful musical legacy.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

well said

[@song4night]

I met him and his wife over 10 years ago in Europe. They were the nicest people. Benny just exudes kindness. He took my address down, weeks later I got a package from his office in California. It had his latest cd and other interesting things about him. I was floored. A long journey has come to an end. God bless him.

[@mongoharry]

Incredible legacy.

[@callmejeffbob]

Sad to hear of Benny Golson's passing. A great saxophonist, no doubt, but his greatest contribution to jazz history is all the wonderful tunes he wrote. Just off the top of my head, these include "Blues March", "I Remember Clifford", "Along Came Betty", "Killer Joe", "Stablemates", "Whisper Not" etc....and many more. Until a few days ago there were only two remaining living musicians from the iconic 1958 photograph "A Great Day in Harlem" ; now only Sonny Rollins remains. I haven't watched the video yet; I will come back later to view/hear it.

[@derekjohnson3829]

A great tree has fallen. Condolences to the Golson family and especially his wife; married since 1959 they remained deeply in love after more than 60 years;… a triumph in of itself. Rest in power, sir.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Well said.

[@postatility9703]

Benny Golson was a brilliant musician, storyteller, and teacher who set a shining example for other musicians to follow through his clean living and generosity. Benny Golson was one of the most radiant stars in the jazz galaxy.He leaves an unparalleled legacy.

[@alanmessenger9397]

Sad news, but a great life for a great musician and composer. He appeared in the legendary photograph A Great Day In Harlem, with dozens of other brilliant players. I believe that only one remains, now. Hail, Sonny Rollins.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

You are correct. And perhaps some of the kids sitting on the stoops.

[@BucoBucolini]

To me, the best jazz composer and one of the best in history of any genre. His melodies are something else, otherworldly. And what a pleasant speaking voice he had, never knew...

[@JazzVideoGuy]

One of the best. He will be missed.

[@robbyr9286]

Rest in Peace, Benny Golson. Thanks for the compositions & all the music.

[@henridelagardere264]

One of the titans whose music defined an era, a composer who left a rich legacy, a saxophonist whose sound reverberates long after the song has ended. 95.7 years, a long life. Thanks, Maestro, for the music, and thanks, Bret, for being who you are!

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Thank you!

[@fredjacksonjr.4422]

What a gift to Jazz Improvisors. Stablemates is still teaching us how to play. It’s one of those rights of passage songs. Like rhythm changes, blues, Giant Steps, Tune up, Joy Spring, Blue Bossa, etc. There’s more but Benny Golson wrote many. Along Came Betty, etc. ❤R.I.P. to the master composer

[@danielperezcabezas109]

RIP Benny Golson,your music made the world a little better.Thank you!

[@E-LIB]

Condoléances à la famille et aux proches. ♥️🎶

[@tomsmith522]

Benny had a great run...95 plus... his music 🎶 is timeless

[@JazzVideoGuy]

exactly

[@hernanlopez1646]

the last original wind of Messengers. We'll miss you Benny.

[@danyelnicholas]

actually, Lou Donaldson was the original messenger horn, hope we will celebrate his centennial in 2026!

[@hernanlopez1646]

@@danyelnicholas well i mean one of them, because i think he was part of the gold generation of Jazz Messengers

[@danyelnicholas]

@@hernanlopez1646 agrred, arguably the greatest Messenger set up, his arrangements being crucial.

[@Jazz313]

One of the pillars of jazz? May he rest in heaven and all of my Philadelphia friends may you see him quite tighter may you see him John Coletrane? May you see him the Heath Brothers? May you see him? This is Detroit Jazz313KJMcphaul. I am so happy and blessed to have seen Benny many times and my heart is heavy❤❤❤

[@chuckdee66]

Benny Golson. Gone with Golson. Met him once. Signed some albums.Very sweet. ICONIC!

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Lucky!

[@lefujyou]

All my peoples leaving the planet Play left us with love, inspiration and great music love Benny Golson☮️❤️✨

[@tiluriso]

Arguably the most significant saxophonist/composer arranger of the classic Hard Bop era, only rivaled by John Coltrane and Wayne Shorter (thought both are IMHO more aptly described as Post Bop). But in terms of repertoire, I dare to say Benny's tunes have had a significantly wider reach (still do). His many Standards are quintessential 'Straight Ahead Jazz'. Thanks fro sharing. His music lives on.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

well said

[@skimanization]

I remember that at some stage in my music or saxophone development in my uncle's house who loved Jazz I could not sleep listening to this saxophonist legend, Benny Golson. I asked my uncle who's this man? My uncle said it's Benny Golson, the saxophonist who grew up with John Coltrane who I loved so much. I said this man is extraordinary. His compositions are sweet and out of this world. His saxophone playing is so sweet that it makes me think of my past lives that I don't know a damn about!!!

[@JazzVideoGuy]

thanks for taking the time to post this comment

[@silvelinschroter8648]

Thank you JVG for remenbering Benny.He as a wonderful human being , his compositions full of ideas and humor and his soft articulation on the tenor will rest for ever!!! This sad "news" killed me this morning. I feel lonely.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

He touched many lives, that's for sure.

[@Alastair6]

This is too weird! I was just playing Benny Golson tunes with a couple of my students last Friday! RIP to a master!

[@stevereich2940]

RIP Benny Golson, great saxophonist and composer.

[@williehorne4925]

I had a chance to see him in the 90s and remember it well. He played a great set and told some cool stories. Whisper Not, I Remember Clifford and Killer Joe are 3 of my favorites by him. RIP Jazz Master

[@bryandickerson5365]

Sigh…….what an incredible person and a life SO well lived. I especially love the stories about how he helped Art Blakey get the Messengers together musically and organizationally. Like Coltrane, Benny was the whole package - highly influential player, composer, businessman, story teller, leader and stellar human being!

[@pipagsock4205]

Many nights playing this composers music, thank you for showing the way Mr Golson

[@sdalie41]

This Was My Grandfather We His Grandchildren All Called Him Poppop Benny When We We’re Small … RIH Poppop Benny ❤❤❤❤❤❤ You Were Smooth Sailing On The Saxophone .

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Remarkable man who led a long, productive life.

[@Marcosls2015]

Won’t be forgotten! And these tales he told in this show are fantastic!

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Yes, exactly.

[@jennyjerome5669]

A compositional genius.

[@roma1579]

One of my favorite tenor sax sound. RIP Sir

[@Observatur]

I just finished a composition dedicated to Benny based on a riff he played on my saxophone: Along came Benny. Love his music, saxophonesound, solo's and great personality. He has certainly been welcomed above by his mother and his best friend John.

[@JazzStephane]

Rest in Peace Benny Golson. Thank you for all that you have done for Jazz!

[@KrakovDon]

Benny is one of those sax players I’ve followed for many years for his creative output and style, RIP beautiful man and musician!

[@groove1722]

Rest in Power Benny Golson. Your great tunes will live on in the hearts and minds of those who loved you.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

exactly

[@35timbala]

Been to a concert of him 2019 at Bimhuis Amsterdam I was sitting alone on a table with my eyes closed and the music was great, thank you MR Golson for the music

[@williamjackson6705]

God blessed Benny with a long life and Benny blessed us with great music. An undersung master. Farewell , you will be missed.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Yes, he is missed big time.

[@deweybrinkley6139]

Benny. What a sophisticated, smooth operator and tunesmith!

[@JazzVideoGuy]

exactly

[@basilshahid2905]

Undoubtedly one of the greatest Jazz Saxophonist and Composers of all time!💎🎼And a Great Storyteller as well!💎🧠 I’m from Philly also I’m a younger cat but I was truly blessed to see him once at the Clifford Brown Jazz festival in Wilmington DE some years ago and he was superb!! RIP Jazz Messenger.✨🌺

[@JazzVideoGuy]

well said

[@ahmedragab-sn7oi]

My condolences to the legend 😢

[@ralphh7853]

Hail and Farewell to a saxophone O G and a beautiful soul 🎷❤️

[@NathanDavis-zd2op]

R.I.P. BENNY GOLSON

[@douglasalbuquerque4291]

RIP Benny Golson.

[@educobu3605]

so sad many thanks for your talent that illuminated many hours and days n our lives! RIP Bennyl

[@willieluncheonette5843]

so sad to hear this. Such beautiful playing. RIP, Benny

[@Jackiehardbopladyblue2]

BENNY COLSON REST IN HEAVENLY PEACE . MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY ❤ . JAZZ VIDEO GUY YOU ARE THE ONLY ONE , WHO UPLOADED NOW A VIDEO WITH BENNY COLSON , AND WHAT A NICE ONE , WE CAN SEE AGAIN HOW A WONDERFULL PERSON BENNY COLSON IS ❤❤❤❤ . THIS IS YOU ! G'DAY & HAPPY CHEERS TO EVERYONE !

[@walterhayley7252]

Love you and your music Benny... and thank you Bret.

[@caroleelaschwa5294]

What a talent! RIP xo

[@SuperBromberg]

oh, this news breaks my heart((( RIP Benny

[@jackdolphy8965]

Soo much great deep-hearted playing. And timeless compositions. We’ll always ‘I remember Benny’ Golson 💗🪷☮️

[@marcmatthys.pianist]

Great composer, great musician ! RIP

[@relaxinwithtshadiba-jazzso7945]

RIP to one of my favourite tenors. The time keeper was on fire👌👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@manubande]

Thank you for your music Benny ! I wish you a good journey wherever you're heading 🙏

[@musicbyfriendsforfriends3311]

Thank you for this tribute to a superb musical presence. RIP.

[@rhondarobinson8443]

Thanks for the music, Benny!! So glad I got to see you!!

[@juananglero66]

Thats sad. One of the best jazz saxophone player ever. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@mrdog66]

The Jazztet had some great lineups. The album Meet the Jazztet had Benny Golson, Art Farmer, Curtis Fuller, Lex Humphries, Addison Farmer and a 21 year old pianist, McCoy Tyner. RIP Benny Golson, one of the greats.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

That's an amazing record!

[@PabloVestory]

R.I.P., Legend

[@spmoran4703]

A superb musician. A loss to thw world of Jazz.

[@rolandmueller7218]

I saw Benny Golson play live 12 years ago. He told a cool story for every song he played. Benny rest in peace. Your music will live on.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

History will include Benny Golson as one of the true greats of this music.

[@gadymarcus2362]

Bello/Magnifico.😭✡️✡️✡️✡️✡️✡️🙏

[@raymondhammett6558]

The big band up there is waiting for you Benny god bless 🙏

[@skimanization]

R.I.P my mentor!!!

[@TheMagicktony]

Still playing just as great.R.I.P..

[@blue47er]

Lovely human being who will be much missed. Is there anyone around who might write a commemorative composition: "I remember Benny"?

[@xfhghe]

RIP Benny Golson. You were one of my favorite jazz musicians. A great all-a-rounder. Composer, arranger, tenor (he played beautiful sax when he was younger...it is a physical demanding instrument). Now you are with your friends. Peace.

[@rickdarby3420]

Besides all his other accomplishments, Benny was an outstandingly inventive tenor saxophone player. In his own style, he was up there with Cannonball Adderley, Stan Getz, Dexter Gordon, Sonny Rollins, and -- yes! -- John Coltrane and other greats. It's sad that he is gone, but his music will always be alive.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

His music is eternal.

[@pepperwilliams4428]

Me and my wife lived with Benny and Bobby back in 1986 in Hollywood. Super nice guy! Taught me a lot about composition and arranging strings and horns. Great memories! RIP

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Very cool!

[@hayfordfrempong6369]

I’m gonna miss Benny Golson he a great Saxophone player

[@jimburlong445]

Great composer, fine tenor player and a good man . Saw him a few years ago at Pizza Express, Soho London. A never to be forgotten night. R.I.P. Benny

[@davidwood351]

A great human being.

[@vincegerboni6114]

R.I.P sax man

[@ukeanflute]

I only discovered him earlier last spring, but I'll be listening for many years to come. TYSM!

[@JazzVideoGuy]

that's how great musicians live forever.

[@kwootamuckbear9294]

Them sax cats are really jamming in heaven now✝️🎶🎵🎶🎷

[@CarlKing-h6d]

I loved Benny Golson's music. Everyone of his compositions was a jazz standard. A feat that very few musicians has achieved. Off the top of my head, Monk and Sonny Rollins are the others. He had a long life and one hopes a happy one. RIP Benny Golson

[@diegorosso9401]

I remember Benny.

[@zangsax]

Thank You Bret

[@amymalina5073]

Such great tunes. Really fun to play. Classics that will endure. He left a great legacy to jazz

[@JazzVideoGuy]

You are so right.

[@KENNETHMOORE-uj2he]

Mind opening Creative luminous Music...Benny... gave and forever will give...long live the Spirit of The "MOCLM"🎉

[@RichardHickman-z8f]

Rest in peace smooth Be-Bop champion.

[@deanmoriarty6100]

Thank you for all, Mr. Golson.

[@anneonym7346]

R.I.P Benny.

[@brucescott4261]

We lost another giant.

[@GlebSobolev28]

We miss You. R.I.P.💔

[@Azman.]

He is one of top among great maestro sax player! His muzik legacy will remain.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

absolutely

[@stix9641]

Thankyou Benny ❤

[@TonyMcQuarry]

I only saw him play live once back in the 1960s in that great group Jazztet that he co fronted with Art Farmer. A very fine player of ballads.

[@chrissadder6802]

Wow thank you SIR for sharing this video. Brought tears 😢to my eyes. Such a story! I remember he was a messenger with Art! 100 Thank yous!

[@JazzVideoGuy]

You are very welcome

[@jerrytaliercio9087]

Music is our destiny..rip

[@chambersofhourrors9393]

So sad! Amazing player and story teller. R.I.P. Thanks for posting!

[@JazzVideoGuy]

He had a very long, amazingly productive life. His music is eternal.

[@rhythmfield]

When/where was this taken? I bet he had thousands of stories like this one … great great great. RIP Maestro Golson.

[@jaaguero]

Really sad news. RIP 🖤

[@KP-td9gh]

RIP Thanks so much.

[@babalaughing]

Great story. Not too many of us get to have our friend John Coltrane ask us if we have any tunes that Miles can play. But was Benny ready for the opportunity? UH-HUH.

[@UDGroove]

Thank U 4 keeping the Jazz Greats in the public’s eye 😎🎼

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Appreciate your comment.

[@nigelinniss7219]

Class personified.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

exactly

[@davidbaise5137]

Thank you JVG. Regretfully the last two posts that I saw were obits. These folks are not young, gone from this plane, but have left us with much. Rest in Peace Mr. Golson.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

This is life. As we get older, the cast of characters changing. Our friends, and our cultural icons leave us. And eventually we join them.

[@thomassciaroni6942]

Love Stablemates. Benny is in Chasing Trane, tells the story of seeing Parker with John.

[@SketchPLAY1]

A true master! R.I.P

[@theproblembelief7549]

There may be financial reasons why cats like him still played until the end, but nonetheless it is great for use to have these treasures of music and stories. Trumpetists may not be able to work so long, but I am glad saxofonists can!

[@cristianroman7196]

Nos vemos del otro lado.

[@jiyujizai]

モダン・ジャズ最後の生き残りの一人だ。🙄　彼のことだ、継承は終わらせていたろう。安らかに。🙄　サンキュー😉👍🎶、ベニー。