The sounds that have been recorded will remain forever, but we have lost an icon and my idol of 50 years. I never had a chance to meet the man that inspired me to play Dixieland jazz, but, I will always be grateful for his presence and will always look up to his character and talent. He was so special. Good by Mr. Fantastic.
My dad grew up around the corner from Pete on St Ann St. Pete lived on North white…They would put nickels in the jukebox at the corner bar and Pete would try and play along he got a lot of his inspiration from playing along with records and local radio…What a talent and pure New Orleans…RIP Mr. Pete…You will be missed this Mardi Gras the “Half Fast Marching Club” will march this year in his honor…We miss you Pete…
everytime I blink more of the best of the best time people pass away. Who's left from the Golden Age the true creators the people who naturally drip class and show people what class and cool are. I always feel bad sometimes extra bad when you just know it's such a nice person. This is how he came across. Lord knows he sure knew how to command a clarinet. Rest in peace.
My brother Dave played the clarinet and he played it so remarkable that I thought he was going to make it in the big leagues! He was that good! Pete Fountain is ultimately the best of the bes! Pete Fountain had a gift. Although my brother was right up there, but he knew Pete Fountain was the best of the best. To be honest with you I don't think anyone is going to top Pete! My brother Dave and Pete Fountain have always been, and will forever be my favorite Jazz clarinet players of all times and that's just the way I see is! All in good fun! Miss you Pete and miss you too Dave!
One of the greats out of New Orleans...Technique, tone, and stage presence beyond compare...Thank goodness his albums and videos are here for the "youngsters" to hear and learn from....R.I.P. PETE FOUNTAIN...
How do you get any better than Pete Fountain? Pete had a gift from God! My brother Dave met him at the French quarter's in New Orleans back in the late sixties or early seventies. Pete Fountain was the best of the best for sure! You just can't get any better than that! Thanks Pete!
His Clarinet played “Words” & “Notes” that only Pete Could play. What a Great time it was to Be alive. Thank you Pete for the Joy you brought us. I bet You & Al Hurt are having 1 “Heck” of session everyday.
Great player. Lovely tone and had so much knowledge of his instrument that he could get it to do whatever he wanted it to do .. Sometimes he plays one note and it spoke volumes. ..Dearly missed.
Nice tribute to Pete Fountain, as kid I discovered Pete on Lawrence Welk and took up Clarinet in school band, his music led me to the Blues at a very young age, thanks Pete for the tunes and memories! :)
I've been loving his beautiful music since the L.Welk days. what a talent! what a fine support as well!! God will guarantee us his music again on a paradise earth! what a joy that will be!!!
BEST there ever was! or will be. Saw him years ago @ the French Quarter Inn. .A GREAT Showman. He started off with "Just a Closer..."and from that point on.. the only noise from the audience was mouse peein' on Cotton! while he was playing.
My first album was Plenty of Pete and I played it so often I can hear the music note for note in my head. Mr. Pete had the most lovely 'fat' tone of any clarinetist, and an inspiration to millions. I heard just recently that he couldn't read music.. so what? With talent like that the written notes are an aside. Love the man. Laughed loooud when he was asked why he left (was asked to leave?) Lawrence Welk. His answer:' Bourbon and Champagne don't mix!'
Pete played Large bore , 6 RING Clarinets and a custom made mouthpiece & Soft reeds (1.75-2.00) and NOOOOO, Third Graders, your folks are NOT going there ! Try the softer reeds and develop the tone....TONE is the most important thing.. the only real difference between a 5 and 6 hole is.. faster articulation.
Mistrz klarnetu Acker Bilt to fantastyczne wykonanie nie ma sobie równych Słuchać można bez końca i w tak znakomitej aranżacji to po prostu poezja _Najwyższego uznania. DZIĘKUJĘ ZA CUDOWNY CZAS Z MUZYKA W TYM WYKONANIU.
yes Pete was the best ever,,,,,,,,
Immer wenn ich diesen Klarinettengott höre, erfasst mich diese melancholisch - heitere Stimmung .
My God that is beautiful
Gonna be sweet music in Heaven.
Pete, the Greatest of Clarinet Player of all times. REST IN PEACE MR. PETE!!
The sounds that have been recorded will remain forever, but we have lost an icon and my idol of 50 years. I never had a chance to meet the man that inspired me to play Dixieland jazz, but, I will always be grateful for his presence and will always look up to his character and talent. He was so special. Good by Mr. Fantastic.
My dad grew up around the corner from Pete on St Ann St. Pete lived on North white…They would put nickels in the jukebox at the corner bar and Pete would try and play along he got a lot of his inspiration from playing along with records and local radio…What a talent and pure New Orleans…RIP Mr. Pete…You will be missed this Mardi Gras the “Half Fast Marching Club” will march this year in his honor…We miss you Pete…
He was my Idol back in 60's when I was taking Clarinet lessons.... still is. R.I.P. We all still love ya !🥲
He'll NEVER be replaced... one of a kind......... LOVE to the family ....R.I.P. Sir !
I have his I Love Paris Lp and I treasure it.When I play it I have to stop whatever I am doing and just stop and listen.The Greatest.RIP
everytime I blink more of the best of the best time people pass away. Who's left from the Golden Age the true creators the people who naturally drip class and show people what class and cool are. I always feel bad sometimes extra bad when you just know it's such a nice person. This is how he came across. Lord knows he sure knew how to command a clarinet. Rest in peace.
Pete, I wore out your albums when I was a young clarinet player. You are the greatest! God bless you and your family.
My brother Dave played the clarinet and he played it so remarkable that I thought he was going to make it in the big leagues! He was that good! Pete Fountain is ultimately the best of the bes! Pete Fountain had a gift. Although my brother was right up there, but he knew Pete Fountain was the best of the best. To be honest with you I don't think anyone is going to top Pete! My brother Dave and Pete Fountain have always been, and will forever be my favorite Jazz clarinet players of all times and that's just the way I see is! All in good fun! Miss you Pete and miss you too Dave!
my idol while learning to play the clarinet...I'm thankful for the 3 times I heard him live in concert....
One of the greats out of New Orleans...Technique, tone, and stage presence beyond compare...Thank goodness his albums and videos are here for the "youngsters" to hear and learn from....R.I.P. PETE FOUNTAIN...
How do you get any better than Pete Fountain? Pete had a gift from God! My brother Dave met him at the French quarter's in New Orleans back in the late sixties or early seventies. Pete Fountain was the best of the best for sure! You just can't get any better than that! Thanks Pete!
His Clarinet played “Words” & “Notes” that only Pete Could play. What a Great time it was to Be alive. Thank you Pete for the Joy you brought us. I bet You & Al Hurt are having 1 “Heck” of session everyday.
He was certainly one of the best clarinetists I had the pleasure of hearing. Until we meet again. Rest in peace, Pete!!
Pete Fountain will live on in certainly MY memory as a gifted player. Loved listening to him from when I was little!
Bless him!
What a beautiful soul. Grew up listening to you. Love you man
Great player. Lovely tone and had so much knowledge of his instrument that he could get it to do whatever he wanted it to do .. Sometimes he plays one note and it spoke volumes. ..Dearly missed.
When I first learned to play the clarinet, I purchased Pete Fountain's CD with 'Stranger On the Shore.' It was inspiring!
Nice 👍🏼👍🏼, RIP 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Miss you Pete and the Great Great Music RIP music Man.
Nice tribute to Pete Fountain, as kid I discovered Pete on Lawrence Welk and took up Clarinet in school band, his music led me to the Blues at a very young age, thanks Pete for the tunes and memories! :)
Best version of "Amazing Grace" I've ever heard. Better than any bagpipe version.
Pete was the absolute BEST --- I know I know lots say Artie or Benny but no it was Pete!
RIP amazing Pete Fountain!!!!
Absolutely THE BEST. RIP.
Great Man! R. I. P. You will be Missed. class act!
I've been loving his beautiful music since the L.Welk days. what a talent! what a fine support as well!! God will guarantee us his music again on a paradise earth! what a joy that will be!!!
My old friend Pete real New Orleans 😇
Damn, that man was good.
Il più grande clarinetto che abbia mai sentito
GRANDE, ECCEZIONALE, IMMORTALE
Life was lovely Could use a dose. Of humility and gratitude.Loved his music and the joyous feeling.T h a n k Y o u.
Tasty solo Lloyd Ellis on Guitar!
Pete will keep on playing but to a different audience
love you
RIP my friend..."the Buffalo Man", we will parade again soon. Thanks for all the memories.
I LOVE YOU PETE! CAN"T WAIT TO MEET YOU IN HEAVEN!
(if I make it there)
UNTIL THEN...RIP GOOD SIR. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤❤️
Come lui.....nessun altro ❤️
God bless you Pete
wooh... as good as it gets... fine notes...
A brilliant clarinetist
The one and only
love Pete!
BEST there ever was! or will be. Saw him years ago @ the French Quarter Inn. .A GREAT Showman. He started off with "Just a Closer..."and from that point on.. the only noise from the audience was mouse peein' on Cotton! while he was playing.
Pete Fountain and "Stranger on the Shore" is the reason I bought a clarinet.
My first album was Plenty of Pete and I played it so often I can hear the music note for note in my head. Mr. Pete had the most lovely 'fat' tone of any clarinetist, and an inspiration to millions. I heard just recently that he couldn't read music.. so what? With talent like that the written notes are an aside. Love the man. Laughed loooud when he was asked why he left (was asked to leave?) Lawrence Welk. His answer:' Bourbon and Champagne don't mix!'
Who on earth could replace Pete Fountain?
@@vanislefan Hard to believe that he could be note illiterate and work for ol' Hard Ass Welk!!
PRIMA PRIMISSIMA !!!
Pete played Large bore , 6 RING Clarinets and a custom made mouthpiece & Soft reeds (1.75-2.00) and NOOOOO, Third Graders, your folks are NOT going there ! Try the softer reeds and develop the tone....TONE is the most important thing.. the only real difference between a 5 and 6 hole is.. faster articulation.
My idol!!
Mistrz klarnetu Acker Bilt to fantastyczne wykonanie nie ma sobie równych Słuchać można bez końca i w tak znakomitej aranżacji to po prostu poezja _Najwyższego uznania. DZIĘKUJĘ ZA CUDOWNY CZAS Z MUZYKA W TYM WYKONANIU.
Foi, e é o Cara !!!!
I'm so homesick I can just puke.
⭐
Tiene gran parte de culpa de que estudiara clarinete. Pete Fountain at the Bateau Lounge, tenía el disco y no paraba de escucharlo con 8 años.
It is woodin
I have the clear that he plays on. An