Thank you to my friends who have reached out following news that my musical hero, Chuck Mangione, has passed away.

Chuck and his music have had the most significant impact on me as a musician. More than any other artist or teacher. And given the role of music in my life, it would be fair to say that Chuck was (and continues to be) a major influence in my life. It is truly an honour to have an association with the Mangione family, and to also know that Chuck heard and appreciated a video I recorded covering one if his tunes.

There’s a reason why the flugelhorn is my instrument of choice and Chuck’s music is in my heart: It Feels So Good.

Fans of Chuck may be interested in the Chuck Mangione Facebook Group, of which I’m an administrator, and my published Chuck Mangione transcriptions.