RE: [Hornlist] RIP Walter Lawson
Walter Lawson was one of the most wonderful, kind, and generous men I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He never lost his intellectual curiosity, whether it was seeking to improve the horn, or getting to know the person he was doing business with. He had a wonderful knack for making everyone who entered his shop feel important, amateur or professional. He epitomized in my mind all that was once great in America; his old school craftsmanship, his dedication to family, his loyal patriotism, and his willingness to welcome and befriend all who entered his home. Those of us who had the pleasure of knowing him deeply feel the loss of this beautiful man. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family. Orlando Pandolfi -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, June 14, 2007 11:09 PM To: horn@music.memphis.edu Subject: Re: [Hornlist] RIP Walter Lawson I am greatly saddened to hear of Walter's death. He has been a very close friend to me for the last 37 years and I have met few people in my lifetime who were as generous and helpful as Walter. His devotion to his family was an example for all of us. His spirit of embracing learning and sharing his knowledge with others made him truly unique in today's world. Yes, yesterday the horn world lost one of its greatest geniuses, but most importantly, the world lost a truly beautiful man. Paul Navarro ** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/pandolfi%40deerfield.edu ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
RE: [Hornlist] RIP Walter Lawson
I first met Walt Lawson in 1976. I had just returned from a year working at Schilke in Chicago and, as I did every year, was visiting my aunt in Baltimore for the Easter holiday. At the time the only thing I knew about Walter was that he was a renowned horn repairman. I thought (in my young and arrogant way) that it would be good to meet a colleague. I arrived at the old Catonsville shop and introduced myself. Walter was polite but distant until, in the course of the conversation, he realized that I didn't want to pick his brain, had paid my dues, and was not what he liked to call a start at the top guy. Thus began a friendship that lasted for over thirty years. As a young repairman I spent many a day in Walter's workshop, many a night sleeping in Walter's basement. There was just no limit to his generosity and his eagerness to share what he knew. I ate his famous banana pancakes, Annie's wonderful dinners, and many meals in Walter's favorite haunts: Pizza Hut and the Red Bird. He taught me how to cut bell, bend mouthpipes, make mouthpieces, and about a million other things. One of the highlights of my life was the Christmas week I spent in Boonsboro learning to rebuild (my own) valves under Walter's patient tutelage. He was one of the kindest, gentlest, most giving people I've ever met. I'll miss him. Bob Osmun -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dan Phillips Sent: Thursday, June 14, 2007 5:31 PM To: The Horn List Subject: [Hornlist] RIP Walter Lawson I just got word from a friend of Walter's that he died at 9:30 AM on Wednesday, June 13th. Funeral services will be held at Bast Funeral Home, Boonsboro, MD on June 27 at 11 AM. ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/rosmun%40osmun.com ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] RE: RIP Walter Lawson
What a sad loss. Walter, we will all miss you dearly. For those of you who were not fortunate enough to have had your lives touched by Walt, he was as kind of a man as you can possibly imagine. His warmth was matched by his amazing sense of humor and his smile truly lit up the room. He once told me something that had me rolling on the floor laughing - please allow me to share it with you. We were chatting at great length as we often did when I would go by his shop and he said: Do you know what aggravates me to no ends? When I get behind some old fogey going down the road 5 miles per hour less than the speed limit. I mean, I'm an old man - that guy's taking 5 minutes away from the rest of my life! Walter always was able to put everything into perspective personally and professionally and it is a truly sad moment. No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.472 / Virus Database: 269.8.17/850 - Release Date: 6/15/2007 11:31 AM ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Walter Lawson
We have lost a good, very good friend of our trade and a true gentleman. Walter Lawson made me a tool to prepare the leadpipe to fit for the American mouthpieces, but he never charged me anything for that. RIP , Walter ! Hans Pizka ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] RIP Walter Lawson
I am saddened to hear of Walter's passing. I first met Walter in 1978 at the International Horn Competition and since then had remained in regular contact. I never met a kinder, more gentle, and generous individual. Certainly the horn world will miss our dear colleague, but such people are a treasure to all. If I had occassion to call Walter up to ask a question, I could always count on a 30 minute conversation about how things were going and asking me questions regarding my career. I always treasured these conversations as they reminded me of those same conversations I would have with Mr. Farkas. I wish Bruce and the immediate family my deepest sympathy. Such things are inevitable, but still the loss for all of us will be immeasurable. Through his love of the instrument and fellow horn players, he has done a lasting service for all of us. I am glad that his tradition is being passed on to our colleague Kendall Betts as his legacy will continue to live on. Sadly, Dr. Eldon Matlick, Horn Professor, University of Oklahoma Principal Hornist, OK City Philharmonic 500 W Boyd Norman, OK 73019 (405) 325-4093 off. (405) 325-7574 fax Conn-Selmer Educational Artist http://ouhorns.com Got a little couch potato? Check out fun summer activities for kids. http://search.yahoo.com/search?fr=oni_on_mailp=summer+activities+for+kidscs=bz ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] RIP Walter Lawson
I add my condolences to the family of Walter Lawson. He was a fine man and honorable as well as being our resident genius and developer of horn technical excellence. His memory will continue to contribute to horn excellence for generations yet to come. Walter will be remembered well and often for years to come. I add my personal thanks to him for his astute insight into the horn and its problems; but greater still his generous solutions for all of us. Paul Mansur On Jun 14, 2007, at 5:31 PM, Dan Phillips wrote: I just got word from a friend of Walter's that he died at 9:30 AM on Wednesday, June 13th. Funeral services will be held at Bast Funeral Home, Boonsboro, MD on June 27 at 11 AM. ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/ options/horn/p_mansur1%40comcast.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] RIP Walter Lawson
I only met Walter within the last several years. He did the best valve job on my horn that I'm sure could possibly be done. About five months ago I called him with some questions and we had a conversation that lasted about thirty minutes on the phone. I told him I was going to send him a check for the phone lesson. He said, don't do that. I did, and a week later I got a hand written note from him thanking me and wishing me well. From the first day I met him, he really made an impression. Ditto what everyone else is saying. Ron ** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
