Messages page 6 - - Humphrey Lyttelton

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As a friend of tradtitional jazz, I always valued Sir Humphrey Lyttelton since his early years as perhaps Europe's most important jazz musician in making his music available to jazz friends in many different countries. He was a true gentleman, and he will be missed. Hael Mughrabi

Hael Mughrabi, 30/06/2008 23:19

A hero, a joy to the world - Sundays shall never be the same again. May he rest in peace yet make a happy noise as well.

Judith M O'Leary, 30/06/2008 15:03

Humphrey Littleton entertained me from my earlyiest days of jazz appreciation - some fifty years ago - and he continues to do so today. Thank you for all this pleasure.

Maggie Turnner, 29/06/2008 20:11

Listening to Humph on I'm sorry I haven't a clue was the highlight of my radio listening week and I shall miss him greatly.

Malcolm Davies, 29/06/2008 16:40

When Humph died it felt like a favourite Uncle had passed away...will miss his voice..like that of Alistair Cooke..it was immediately recognisable and somehow comfortable..you knew that all was right with the world..at least for half an hour..even if it wasn't.. He can't be replaced..a unique individual..sorely sorely missed..mention of him brings a smile to the face and a a hole in the heart. Goodnight Humph x

Rene Coutts, 29/06/2008 12:12

A Legend and O how we will miss him so much, Great memories and my eyes water with Sadness and laughter when I hear him.

Mark, 28/06/2008 22:43

You had a fantastic innings. Thanks for entertaining us for so many years !

Chris Bulley, 27/06/2008 19:46

Hearing Humphrey Lyttleton on ISIHAC was always a highlight of my week. I was only really beginning to appreciate him, his wit, and his music.

LiamR, 26/06/2008 20:05

I met Humph twice as a lowly punter, first in 1997 at a free gig in the Barbican, then a couple of years later at the Concord Club. He was charming and seemed to have all the time in the world to speak to a young jazz fan but I shall miss him most on Monday evenings driving home where I have feared for my ability to drive with those streams of tears and uncontrollable laughter. He was unique, generous and copiously gifted in so many ways, how lucky we all were to hear him.

Adam Hobbs, 26/06/2008 16:33

So many, many laughs. Miss you.

Ger O'Connell, 25/06/2008 00:46

One of the most distinctive voices of Radio. Could any one radio programme ever make me laugh as much again. I doubt it!

Mark Birmingham, 24/06/2008 01:50

Miss him so much

TTerri AndersonerTerr Anderson, 23/06/2008 20:17

Cheers Humph ISIHAC was an absolute triumph. That show got me through some hard times. Thankyou.

Dave Porter, 22/06/2008 21:13

Without a doubt one of the funniest men I have ever had the pleasure to listen to. His intelligent 'silliness' gave me years of pleasure. His passing marks the end of an era and he will be sadly missed by millions.

Peter K, 22/06/2008 20:51

Thanks Humpf. xx

Paul, 22/06/2008 18:54

You will be sorely missed. Without doubt one of the greats . Thanks for all the pleasure you gave everyone fortunate to hear you .

Alan Bremerman, 22/06/2008 15:21

bye Humph, you are missed

Mairhi, 21/06/2008 15:26

I played many gigs with Humph and recorded several albums with him when I was leader of the Zenith Hot Stompers.He was always very friendly to us lesser mortals and never tried to lord it over us. We played a gig with him at Hagley Hall where he spent his early years. The gig was a farce in that after the first number at 00.10am.the hotel manager told us that there was no music licence after midnight.Quick as a flash Humph said,"Follow me lads" as he marched out of the door playing Show Me the Way to Go Home!! Lin and I still have the picture of Hagley Hall on which he wrote,"Lin.Just a shack but it was home to me." Thanks Humph for some great jazz and lots of fun. Alan and Lin Bradley.

Alan Bradley, 21/06/2008 15:26

Hey Humph, thank you for all the support over the years, i'll never forget yur true warmth and kindness. Best wishes on your onward journey, Tony Kofi

Tony Kofi, 21/06/2008 01:28

hi i did not know much about humph i am sure he was great

Nick Timms, 19/06/2008 23:09