Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Lars Erstrand has passed away

Lars Erstrand. Swedish Swing Society at Katalin. Copyright: Henrik Eriksson (henrik@floyfloy.se). The photo may not be published elsewhere without written permission.

One of Uppsala's and Swedens best jazz musicians, vibraphone player Lars Erstrand, passed away today at the age of 72.

I liked his concerts with Swedish Swing Society and Lars Erstrand Four and I will always remember his warmth, his joy and his humour that he gave to us in the audience. Rest in peace.

Do you have any memories of Lars Erstrand that you would like to share? Please comment.

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5 comments:

  1. Shelley FisherOctober 11, 2009 at 3:46 AM

    I had the pleasure of meeting Lars in Stockholm, 1987.
    I was performing at the Hotel Riesen near the castle so we took a walk there. He shared with me his story and Sweden's love for Jazz.

    A fine musician he was.

    Shelley Fisher
    Las Vegas, NV
    http://shelley-fisher.com

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  2. HenrikOctober 11, 2009 at 9:59 AM

    Thank you for sharing that, Shelley!

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  3. UnknownOctober 19, 2009 at 12:12 PM

    Hello,
    I'm member of a website dedicated to the vibraphone. I saw your little note, and that beautiful picture of Lars Erstand!
    I wrote a little post on our site in his memory, and obviously put this lovely pic in good place!
    Thanks for sharing!
    Marie-Noëlle
    (For www.vibesworkshop.com

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  4. AnonymousNovember 23, 2009 at 7:56 PM

    See you in Heaven Lars

    Kaden

    PocketSax.co.uk
    Xaphoons.com

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  5. comusicationFebruary 2, 2012 at 12:51 AM

    It is today that I am aware that Lars has past away almost 3 years ago. Thank you Lars, for the wonderful listening experience I had with you.Also the guys who have been recording your music with exceptional quality contributed to your excellent timing and feeling , every hit on the wood...I'll mis him like my father.

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