The American Spectator

p>Brubeck’s recent CD of World War II songs includes an interview by Walter Cronkite which makes it pretty clear that Brubeck’s piano playing kept him out of harms way in WWII. Now there is a reason for your kids to practice! br> — Darrell Judd /p> p> Thank you, Christopher Orlet, for noticing Dave Brubeck’s substantial contributions to jazz. I heard Mr. Brubeck in concert about two years ago and was floored. First, he received a standing ovation just for walking out on stage, but more amazingly, he showed us that he still deserved it. The sight of a frail old man coupled with the powerful sound coming from the ends of his fingers was magical. The energy of his music is no less than it was over 50 years ago. Fifty years! Second, the audience went crazy when the first note of “Take 5” was struck. He knew we wanted it and Dave played it with freshness despite having played it a gazillion times. I would encourage TAS readers to go hear one of jazz’s greats while you still can. Dave Brubeck will not disappoint. br> — Andrew J. Macfadyen, M.D. /p> p> Sorry to disagree on matters of taste, but Dave Brubeck is to jazz as Velveeta is to cheese. br> — Michael Presley br> Orlando, Florida /p>