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Our friend Walter
Perkins is
presently in the hospital undergoing treatment for some very serious
medical
conditions. A world renowned jazz drummer, he first became
known in the 1950s, when he was located in Chicago. There, he
formed the group MJT+III. He went on to perform and record
with the likes of Ahmad Jamal, Sonny Rollins, Carmen McRae, Art
Farmer, Teddy Wilson, and George Shearing, to mention only a few of the
jazz greats he has been associated with. He has our best wishes
and prayers for a speedy recovery.
Here's a photo (taken by Hank Johnson) of Walter
accepting the award. |
The Creative Jazz Organization
decided to give Walter Perkins a plaque and tribute for 35 years of
dedication and
service. On January
21, 2004 at Carmichael's Diner in Jamaica, NY the presentation was made.