Trudy Pitts: Guestbook
Christopher P. Maghee
March 30, 2011
It is great to read that the two of you are still keeping jazz alive in Philadelphia. It's been more than forty-five years since I last saw the two of you at a little jazz spot about two doors down from the old Uptown Theatre. It was a basement type club, a real nice spot to lounge and just enjoy the great music you and Mr. C. were putting out. Around that time, I was trying to learn to play flute, and actually brought it with me to the club hoping to maybe "Sit In"; you guys were too tough, and I was to scared to ask. Consequently, I just keep my little old ax in it's case, ordered me a scotch and jammed along with everybody else.
Clarence Pate
October 15, 2008
I'm a older muscian and just started to play jazz on the piano but after kearing the b3 fell in love with it.What kind of advice can you give me .As a young boy I always enjoyed your playing never thought that I would have pick up the hammond be at a late age but I just love the sound and groove.Do not know much but I listen to all thwe greats.Hope to hear from you.
Richard Dale
October 13, 2008
I first saw your picture in the Beauty aqnd the B book. Found you website site. Really love your playing. and what a smile you have. I play in a Soul band, mainly Stax, and some newer blues. I mainly play Hammond , but also piano..
YOur tunes kick on the Hammond and what a beautiful piano set..
God Bless
Dick Dale
Aaron Hall
September 15, 2008
You are the greatest Jazz organist that I have ever had the privilege of hearing and watching your hands carress the keys is a sight to behold. You are the epitome of what entertainment is all about. Your love for your craft drew me into you and your love has placed you into my heart. I love you Trudy and you too , Mr. "C"
Linda Dachtyl
August 20, 2008
Hi Trudy,
It was a pleasure to chat with you and Joan Cartwright this evening. Really enjoyed your music from all the various genres you do.
Linda
DK
August 16, 2008
Hey Aunt Trudie!!
You are indeed the baddest!!
Stopping by to say hi and send love, and good vibes.
Hugz
D
don pearson
May 1, 2008
I saw you in Michigan {The Box Factory} and you jammed! You are a baad lady.Why don`t you record more? Also, we took a picture together. Loving your gift and spirit. Thank you for coming!
HARRIET SNOWDEN
March 27, 2008
HI TRUDY,
I ENJOYED YOU LAST WEEK......
GOD BLESS
Kym Lawrence
March 3, 2008
Lady Pitts,
Love your artistry. God did a wonderful job blessing you with such an outrageous talent! I fell in love with the piano when I heard you in concert live at City College. You're awesome!
Your family should be very proud of you!
May the Lord keep blessing you and everyone you love in years to come.
A fan always,
Kym Lawrence
steven hutchinson
January 22, 2008
Mrs. Tudy Pitts is divinity on earth. Blessings steven
Mikael Hellqvist
January 11, 2008
Hi Trudy,
I Once heard a song called "Spanish Flea" that you played. I heard it on a album called "Swingin' Cheese". Do you have that song on one of your albums? I can't find it anywhere.
I really want that song. :)
Best regards
Mikael
Oh, and thank you for being such a great artist!
Tyra
December 27, 2007
I great aunt I love you and if u dont know me i am Tyra Related to Jon pitts great grand daughter of Katie Pitts John pitts every one so call Mt great grandma and tell her i message your fans board Luv ya.
david edmondson
November 30, 2007
just wishing you all the best for the seasonal greetings from england
You are atruly great person and musician or as miles would have said ( and cannonball too) you really are something else
best regards
david edmondson 47 westwood avenue kendal cumbria LA95BBB ENGLAND UK any chance of a sigend piece of paper to put with your records in my collection
Mark Slifstein
November 24, 2007
A long overdue compliment: Pat Martino's El Hombre is one of my favorite guitar albums even 40 years (hard to believe!) after it came out, I never get tired of listening to it, in large part because of your beautifully swinging organ playing. Thanks for years of wonderful listening
FRANK PERRY
November 11, 2007
Trudy, I want to begin by expressing how much both "Trudy Pitts & Mr C." affected me Thursday night at Harold O. Davis church. Although hearing about you and periodically hearing the two of you on WRTI, witnessing your performance first hand has left a definite impression and new admiration for your gift. The Hammond Organ has for many years been a standard in the African-American church as well as the Jazz Organ community, and I've seen and heard many play the instrument, but your approach to the organ is one I've never heard. I appreciate your style and grace and thank you for sharing your music ability and expression. I hope one day sit with you on an organ to share in the musical world of Trudy Pitts.
Georgie O
November 2, 2007
Trudy, I'm glad I didn't know how talented you were before I talked to you. I would have been intimidated if I didn't already know how warm anad friendly you really are. Now I know how talented you are too. Thanks for sharing this web site with me.
Christie Bruce
October 1, 2007
Dear Ms. Pitts, I was helping out at your benefit concert for Jazz Bridge and the Hospice of Philadelphia yesterday - sheer beauty and inspiration! I went home singing "Make Someone Happy" and really raised the eyebrows of my 17 year old son. Thank you so much for sharing your talents and your soul with us.
This coming January my husband and I will be married 24 years, with 3 wonderful sons. Before he got so caught up in his work (new drug research), my husband used to play a lot of piano including jazz, one thing that made me fall in love with him. From time to time he expresses the wish to brush off the keys and take a few lessons again. Do you ever give lessons? I wish I could gift him a lesson or two with you. I do the grief work for the Hospice of Philadelphia and it would do my heart good too. By the way I was sitting in the front row by the door yesterday and met you briefly before the concert. Thanks again!
Aqueelah H. Jamal
September 28, 2007
Just want you to know how much I love and treasure you Queen.
Anthony Bullett
August 27, 2007
It was such a pleasure to meet you and hear you at the memorial service for Lloyd Higgs. How you weaved It is Well with Misty with a little Claire de Lune mixed in was just fabulous.
Hans Cooper
August 26, 2007
Hi Trudy,
It is so good to see this website and know I can keep up with your whereabouts. I've enjoyed your playing for years, but the Mother's Day performance of Stolen Moments with Marian McPartland a few years back is one of the music listening highlights of my life. Thank you and keep the beautiful music coming.
DAVID EDMONDSON
August 19, 2007
SIMPLY THE GREATEST. PURCHASED INTRODUCING THE FABULOUS TP FROM JAPAN
IT DOESNT GET BETTER THAN THIS
ANY CHANCE OF A SIGNED PHOTO TO PUT WITH THE CD
Rev. Geraldine J. Harpole
August 6, 2007
Dear Trudy,
I just heard the CD that you did with
Pat Martino. Wow! How can I meet you? Are you teaching Organ in the Philly area?? You are really great and as one female organ playing wanna-be to a true unsung giant if the instrument I want to at least talk with you. Please, keep playing Jazz !
ggalante
August 2, 2007
You're the best.
Keep the bright light and music going,
Love,
Gloria Galante
Mary Bryson--you rock!!!!
it was fun seeing you last night
Valerie D. Turner
July 31, 2007
It is an honor and a pleasure to hear that you may be available to perform at the Arts Festival of St. John's Presbytarian Church in Huntingdon Valley on 9/30/07. This concert will benefit jazz musicians and terminally ill patients that are in dire need of support. Please tell your son Wm. I said hello. Went attended Wagner and Olney together. Then my last name was James.
Antoinette Montague
July 23, 2007
Dear Trudy Pitts,
We have never met, but I do admire your work! Your son TCIII is one of our BEST in the business as well. You are I are also on the back cover of Who's Who. Just wanted to say hello and wish you all of your hearts desires.
Antoinette
Robert Stone
July 21, 2007
Dear Trudy:
I've heard you with James Moody at Jewels and with Greg Osby at The Art Museum plus many times at the Meiji Inn with so many great artists. Great to see you getting the recognition you deserve!
sincerely,
Rob Stone(tenor saxophonist)
Rev. Harriet M Snowden
July 16, 2007
Trudy,
I look forwardto seeing you soon.
May God continue to bless you!
Antique
July 11, 2007
Hi. It is pleasant here very much to me. I shall advise to the friends. I am sorry for my English. I only learn this language and me while difficultly to communicate.
Thanks to you.
Kathie Nicolet/Chicago Pianist
June 17, 2007
Trudy ~ Wonderful site.
Very nicely done. Continued
success to you!
Best, Kathie Nicolet
Chicago Pianist For Corporate/Social Events Since
1983
www.knicoletpiano.com
Ed Cantwell
June 15, 2007
A Loooong ways from Oneonta, NY & the Novelty Lounge in the 60's!
Sent an email to Bill--would love to hear from you two!
Regards,
Ed
Ray Jozwiak
May 11, 2007
Just listening (again) to one of my favorite recordings (I'LL BE SEEING YOU- with Rahsaan Roland Kirk)and visited your site. It's good to see that there are so many talented people who are stable, well-grounded, balanced and happy; sometimes at the expense of greater fame. Cheers to Trudy and Mr. C. Keep up the good work always!
Best regards,
Ray Jozwiak
Gonzo Piano
http://www.rayjozwiak.com
pjozwiak@verizon.net
Emmanuelle Taijmans and Alison Gates
May 6, 2007
Hello Trudy,
Loved your show Sat night in San Francisco. Your warm personality and wonderful performance lifted our hearts. Thank you for a wonderful night and morning. Hope to see you in Phila.
Andrew Sandler
May 6, 2007
Hey Trudy,
I loved your show in San Francisco. The Amazing Grace finale was memorable. Hope you make it back to SF soon! You have alot of spit and warmth. Stay young.
Andrew
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May 6, 2007
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Adrianne Brown
March 21, 2007
It was a pleasure to view your site. If possible I'll visit and bring my special birthday gift to your son, Lenox Lounge, NY
This is for your listening pleasure,www.myspace.com/tonysmithsaxspace.com
Walk with GRACE,
Live in PEACE...Adrianne
Lee Stadler
March 17, 2007
I saw you ages ago (back in the id-70s when I was out with my good friends Skip and Lynne Boyd. Just came across your web site and wanted to say Hey. I'm glad to see you're still in the biz. You make magic with that Hammond. I wish I could see you live again.
Dan Goldfedder
March 1, 2007
Luv ya!!
Joan Cartwright
February 21, 2007
Trudy,
You are a Diva who is finally getting the recognition you've deserved for many, many years.
You are linked to my site here:
http://www.fyicomminc.com/jazzwomen/trudypitts.htm
Stay in tune!
Love and music
Joan Cartwright
www.joancartwright.com
Saandra Hall
February 9, 2007
Hey there,
Luv Ya!
Ricky Tate
February 8, 2007
Hello sister Trudy! It was so good to see u and Mr. C last nite at Oran's session. I'm here in philly for a while just seeing what the family is up to. I'm so glad there is a place for us in the neighborhood to fellowship and network. I left my info so we can stay connected. I hope to hear from u soon!
Ricky Tate 2672587740
Serjpenek
January 23, 2007
Very interesting website. :)
Good luck and keep up good work. Serj.
Sara L. Carter
January 11, 2007
Hi Ms. Trudy! It has been a while since we've seen each other. I hope you remember me. You played for me at Bryant Jones' wedding back in September and I must say that I truly enjoyed working with you and hopefully I will have the opportunity to work with you again. I pray that all is well with you and that I will see you soon. Have a blessed New Year!
Brian
January 11, 2007
Thanks so much for the wonderful interview on NPR. Please tour Europe!
Clayton E. Corley, Sr. aka Bigtrigger
January 9, 2007
Greetings,
I've seen you perform Miss Pitts and you are truly a Jazz Legend in general and a Philly Musical Diamond in particular. African American Classical Music definitely benifits from your contributions!
wilbur rehmann
January 8, 2007
Great interview and music on NPR. Are you currently playing in Philadelphia anywhere? How about in the Spring?
L Caldwell
January 7, 2007
Your commitment to family, life, and music is astounding, and your love came shining through your recent npr interview. Thank you - a million times, thank you. You have touched me deeply.
LC
Cheryl White
January 5, 2007
Trudy,
This is the first time I've seen your website...it's wonderful! Clayton and I look forward to see- ing you in NYC later this month.
May God continue to nurture your tremendous talent and bless you & Mr.C in 2007 with health, love, and happiness in abundance !
Sending much love....see ya soon.
Cheryl
Odean Pope
January 4, 2007
Trudy, you're my number one
forerunner, and one of the greatest forerunner that this
country has produced!!Noble thoughts, Odean Pope (1/4/07
kyle foster
December 31, 2006
hey mrs.Pitts its your student kyle just waned to say happy holidays and happy new year and i'm coming ready to work so lets do it together!!!!!!
DR. KEN DAVIS
December 26, 2006
HI TRUDY: IT HAS BEEN MY DREAM TO PLAY AND OWN A HAMMOND B3, I PLAYED ORGAN AS A CHILD, TEEN, AND SOME IN MY ADULT LIFE. NEED A TEACHER LIKE YOU. I AM EXTREMELY COMMITTED, CHIROPRACTOR AND ALTERNATIVE PRACTITIONER FOR THIRTY YEARS IN RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY AND RECENTLY IN NEW YORK CITY. I TEACH ALL OVER THE WORLD AS WELL. AGAIN, EXTREELY COMMITTED. DR. KEN DAVIS
David Thomas
December 13, 2006
Trudy,
You are the Bomb!
Dave
Daniel Ramsey
December 12, 2006
Thanks for always being a great and understanding neighboor. You and your husband have always been special. Your guidance and wisdom that you both give is very appreciated. Thanks again.
Steve Arbitman
October 16, 2006
Trudy,
I am so glad to have met you tonight. I bought a CD and can't wait for it to arrive.
Charon Battles
October 4, 2006
Hi Mr. C and Trudy,
I didn't know Mr. C produced "Me, Myself & I". I'm going out to buy it today. I was pondering whether to buy that one or the second CD, but I'm sold. I let you know what I think after I hear the entire album. The snippets just are not enough.
NokiyaUp
October 3, 2006
Thanks, I could not find anywhere that I have found at your site.
Claudia Elrod
October 1, 2006
I work in customer service for a cell phone company and met Mr. C through a phone call he made to my company. Before that, I had never heard of either him or Trudy Pitts, but he modestly suggested I might want to check out this web site as he thought his wife was a genius on piano and organ.
Since my husband is a professional keyboardist and I majored in piano and organ in college, I was expecting an amateur web site, but now I am thoroughly impressed. You have a beautiful web site and the music clips blew me away. I can't wait to hear more of your music!
Mr. C, it was a privilege to have met you, even if it was only for a few minutes over the phone. I hope someday to have an opportunity to meet you and your beautiful, extremely talented wife in person!
Desiree' Hines
September 15, 2006
Dear Miss Pitts:
You moved me to tears Friday September 15th upon the Dobson Pipe Organ. Im a young black woman that is classically trained on the pipe organ, but am so interested in learning the art of playing jazz upon the Pipe Organ. Your skills really are so appreciated because today, we that play the pipe organ are so hungry for God to bless us with ways to expose people to the pipe organ using non-traditional ways.
It was such a blessing to hear you really play the Kimmel Center Organ! i hope to hear more.
Do you teach private Organ lessons?
carol and marty roth
September 14, 2006
Hi Trudy and Bill... ORGAN LADY,you truly "Are the One"...Rock em out friday nite with BIGDADDY at the Kimmel...Bill,take care of those "Chops"(not the musical ones)... We love you both...Always, Carol and Marty Roth
T Ford
September 4, 2006
Love to see you two in the UK... especially in Glasgow, Scotland
.
wayne morgan/drummer
August 7, 2006
This a great site and continue to be the best.Love and success.Mr.C-the Ogantz Jazz Festival was real nice Trudy I will see you at the Kemmel in Sept.
Bill Bartlett
July 11, 2006
Hello Trudy and Mr. C.
Like your website and *always* love your music.
My friend Amy is looking forward to coming down for the concert on September 15th.
Best regards,
Bill Bartlett, Hammond organist
JoEtta Johnson
June 29, 2006
I saw you and Mr.C at 2nd Baptist Church of Nicetown 4th sunday in June. I really enjoyed your music.
peter tasca
June 12, 2006
Thank you for a great performance in Harisburg.I played your cd all the way home
Joan Cartwright
May 26, 2006
Trudi,
I am so proud to be one of your musical associates. I tell everyone in the world that I've sung with you and Mr. C. and will continue to do so. Please, let's stay in touch, no matter where we are in the world!
Love and music,
Diva JC
arlene hilton (Old Folks' Daughter)
May 9, 2006
Browsing your website - the Concert at Andrea Clearfield's sounds delightful. Might I bring 2 guests? Peace and Love, Arlene
Pheralyn Dove
May 8, 2006
Hi Trudy!
Peace and Love, congratulations on your new website and BEST WISHES with all of your upcoming performances. As you and Mr. C always say: "BRIGHT MOMENTS!"
Matt Rogers
May 7, 2006
Trudy you are poetry in sound and motion. Maby you continue to break ever new ground. Congratulations on your leap into cyberspace!
David Wolf
May 7, 2006
Nobody does it like Ms. Trudy...the woman just plays SEXY!
Can't wait to see you again soon.
All my best you and Mr. C, who have done so very much for jazz music in Philadelphia.
Gene and Pattye Ludwig
May 7, 2006
Dearest Trudy, Your spirit is as bright as the star that you are. Your friendship means the world to us both. Very best wishes in your continuing success and your website is most welcome and lovely.
Vivian
May 6, 2006
Tudy, my God continue to shine on you, he has truly bless you and your wonderful family sending my Love to you!!!
Carol (Selman) DeVos & Bob DeVos
May 6, 2006
Trudy, There is no one like you. thank you for all you have given the jazz community and all you have given Bob. Bob is looking forward to playing with you at the Mary Lou Williams Festival in D.C. next weekend and at the Harrisburg Jazz Festival in June.
Bright Moments! Our love to Mr. C...
Warmly,
Carol and Bob DeVos
Pete Fallico
May 3, 2006
Trudy! You brought elegance to the world of Jazz Organ the moment you first sat at the Hammond B-3. Your tasteful opulence, glamour and quest for truth in music will never be matched... Go Forth and Do Good!