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« on: July 31, 2010, 09:29:17 AM » |
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Very sad to inform you that Beryl passed on last night.
She had been unwell for some time.
She died peacefully at home.
Messages of condolence to:
Roger Marriott
Katie Marriott
Bill Marriott
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« Reply #1 on: July 31, 2010, 09:35:37 AM » |
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Thats very sad ---Fond memories .
RIP Beryl.
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« Reply #2 on: July 31, 2010, 09:51:18 AM » |
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Oh that is very sad news Swarb....  |
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« Reply #3 on: July 31, 2010, 09:56:29 AM » |
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Sad news indeed. I seem to recall reading somewhere that, without her influence on the young Swarb, he might not have become a fiddler!
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« Reply #4 on: July 31, 2010, 10:16:58 AM » |
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Sad to read this, RIP Beryl and condolences to Roger and family
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« Reply #5 on: July 31, 2010, 11:36:33 AM » |
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Terribly saddened by this news, Beryl always struck me as a truly lovely lady who had time for people. With her infectious enthusiasm, Beryl's influence and encouragement will long be remembered by those who crossed her path. RIP Beryl
Condolences to Roger and family.
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« Reply #6 on: July 31, 2010, 11:38:51 AM » |
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RIP Beyrl.
Your influence on music has touched many and will be felt by may generations to come.
Our sincere condolences to Roger and family.
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« Reply #7 on: July 31, 2010, 02:07:31 PM » |
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its great sadness when the people who inspire us and encourage us pass away
The yoke passes to us to follow their example
Beryl was clearly one of those people . Important to Swarb and the band and known
to many of us who follow the crafts and skills that she displayed so well. We are able to rejoice in memories that she has left for us
My thoughts are with all who were close to her and i stand with them in tribute to her
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« Reply #8 on: July 31, 2010, 04:32:40 PM » |
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Very sorry to hear this. I don't know much about piano to be honest, but her style was immensely recognizable. Happy memories of the various Ceilidh line ups at Cropredy with Beryl's flying fingers leading the way, or her performing the wonderful Jenny Nettles there with, I think, just Ric and Chris. One of those unforgettable moments. Sincere condolances.
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« Reply #9 on: July 31, 2010, 07:23:16 PM » |
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Very sorry to hear this news. I never got to see her at Cropredy, but I do have some recordings of her work. Jenny Nettles springs to mind. I will listen to it this evening in tribute. |
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« Reply #10 on: July 31, 2010, 07:31:18 PM » |
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Very sad news. She will be much missed.
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« Reply #11 on: July 31, 2010, 07:46:29 PM » |
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Very sad.
As a piano player I always thought I played the wrong instrument for folk, but she did it perfect....
RIP
Alex
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« Reply #12 on: July 31, 2010, 09:06:20 PM » |
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Sorry to read this news. My deepest sympathies to Roger, Katie and Bill at this time. She was a terrific musician and, by all accounts, a lovely person too. |
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« Reply #13 on: July 31, 2010, 10:33:31 PM » |
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A truly sad loss, Weave the Mirror is never off my cd player long, some of the most beautiful music, so many high points. Lochaber No More, Bridget Cruise, the music on the Celidh ALbum and much more. My thoughts go out to her family and those who knew her.
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« Reply #14 on: July 31, 2010, 10:46:55 PM » |
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What sad news. My sympathies to all who knew her and worked with her.
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« Reply #15 on: July 31, 2010, 11:42:30 PM » |
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One of those magical Cropredy moments when Swarb and Beryl played together. Giggles from younger people down the front who had no idea who she was when she walked on and then a complete change in the atmosphere as they slowly realised the talent they were watching, as Beryl and Sward just encouraged each other to greater heights.
Just really sad but remembered as a groundbreaking musician and mentor to others. A real character
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« Reply #16 on: August 01, 2010, 06:57:17 AM » |
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HI,
Very sad news.
I remember seeing Beryl with Swarb at Moulton Festival when i was about 13/14. It was one of those moments that i will remember forever.
I think that Swarb talks about Beryl in an interview in the latest issue of Living Tradition , where he tells how Beryl taught him how to dance, so he would understand how to play for dance.......very wise words .
God Bless Beryl
Simon Care
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« Reply #17 on: August 01, 2010, 07:00:02 AM » |
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Well stated Simon.
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« Reply #18 on: August 01, 2010, 10:45:35 AM » |
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Very sad news indeed. I was lucky enough to see the FC Ceilidh Band a couple of times in the 80's (Portsmouth and, can't remember, Gloucester, I think) as well as Beryl's appearances at Cropredy over the years. Always a joy. She will be much missed.
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« Reply #19 on: August 01, 2010, 04:30:57 PM » |
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RIP Beryl and condolences to Roger and family.
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