Dave Brubeck, Jazz Icon

     The family of Dave Brubeck announced his passing this week at age 91.   The face of a branch of modern jazz enthralled audiences across the country for 5 decades.   He was a California native, growing up in the Bay Area.  A father of 5, his 3 sons have been part of his jazz legacy, playing alongside their famous father for many years.  At times, Dave Brubeck played 250 bookings in one year.  His compositions were appreciated by legions of fans, many new to the genre of American made music.   His "Take Five" of 1962 sold millions and enshrined his name in the heavens of modern jazz.
     He continued to play and compose until recently.  His widow, Iola, and Mr. Brubeck were married for almost 70 years.  Could be a record for a musician.  His many albums are a testimony to his creativity, his hard work, and his love of jazz.  His influence is extensive, from traditional to post modern jazz.  His position was further solidified when a chair was named in his honor at Oberlin University, a place of academic music training and instruction.
       He will be missed by all who knew him, but his music will live forever.
R.I.P.
Dave Brubeck, master of jazz