E190 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 26, 2013 The Roanoke Valley’s many citizens and insti- and related genres including , Soul- at a number of schools including North Caro- tutions are thankful that he chose public serv- , Fusion and Hip-Bop. Byrd, who was a lina Central University, , ice as the avenue to better his community. cutting-edge academic, was also instrumental , Oberlin, New York Uni- Representative GOODLATTE and I are hon- in establishing jazz as a viable course of study versity, , Queens College, ored to pay tribute to Chip’s many contribu- in several universities and colleges throughout and Delaware State University. Byrd also tions to our community, our region, and our the nation. served on the Board of the National Jazz nation. He was a courageous public servant. Dr. Byrd was born Donaldson Toussaint Service Organization. He joined the distin- Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife of L’Ouverture Byrd II in , Michigan on De- guished ranks of NEA Jazz Masters in 2000, almost 50 years, Emily; his children; grand- cember, 9, 1932. Mr. Byrd learned to play the along with Dr. David Baker and Marian children; friends; and loved ones. May God trumpet while growing up in Detroit, a city McPartland. give them comfort during this difficult time. which produced many other accomplished jazz Unlike most jazz artists who ignored the de- f artists including , Thad and Elvin veloping rap and hip-hop music scenes, Don- Jones, , Yusef Lateef, Paul ald Byrd was a major supporter of those HONORING THE FREDERICK HIGH Chambers, and Betty Car- forms. Many of his songs have been sampled SCHOOL BAND ter. by rappers. Byrd’s collaboration with rapper Dr. Byrd attended Cass Technical High Keith Elam on the 1993 album ‘‘’’ HON. JOHN K. DELANEY School, whose advanced musical curriculum provided the template for jazz and hip-hop art- OF MARYLAND produced a multitude of jazz stars, including ists to work together. Byrd also participated in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES renowned vocalists Geri Allen and Regina another high profile, jazz-rap collaboration, the Carter. Influenced by jazz trumpet players 1994 compilation, ‘‘Stolen Moments: Red, Hot Tuesday, February 26, 2013 Dizzy Gillespie and , Byrd joined + Cool.’’ Mr. DELANEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the Orchestra before com- In addition to his master’s degree from Man- honor the Frederick High School Band, an or- pleting his degree at Cass Tech. He went on hattan School of Music, Byrd earned two mas- ganization in my district celebrating its 100th to play in the Band, ter’s degrees from Columbia University. He re- Anniversary on April 27, 2013. earn a bachelor’s of music degree from ceived a law degree in 1976, and a doctorate Since its founding at Frederick County’s , and earn a master’s from Columbia University Teachers College in Boys High School in 1913, the Frederick High degree from The Manhattan School of Music. 1982. He was an avid collector of African- School Band has served as an organization While at the Manhattan School, American art, and a licensed pilot. Dr. Byrd re- where our community’s young adults can grow joined ’s ‘‘Jazz Messengers,’’ re- sided in Teaneck, New Jersey. personally and academically. The band’s placing legendary jazz trumpeter Clifford As we honor the life and career of this great members have acted as role models for their Brown, and further establishing the great Mes- artist and educator, one thing remains clear: peers, and they should be proud of their musi- senger trumpet tradition that included Lee that the pioneering work and artistry of Dr. cal accomplishments. Morgan and . In 1955, Don- Donald Byrd has provided a rich legacy of jazz I ask that you and my other distinguished ald Byrd recorded with fellow rising jazz musi- music for our youth to build on and carry forth colleagues help me in honoring the significant cians Jackie McLean and . He left for future generations. occasion of the Frederick High School Band’s in 1956, and then per- f 100th Anniversary. The band is a model orga- formed with many leading jazz musicians of nization and will remain an inspiration in our the day, including , Sonny Rol- IN RECOGNITION OF LARRY community for many generations to come. lins and . Donald Byrd also BUCKMASTER f had an eye for new talent, hiring Herbie Han- cock to play in his band. Byrd co-led a quintet HON. JACKIE SPEIER PERSONAL EXPLANATION with fellow Detroiter and baritone saxophonist OF CALIFORNIA , from 1958 to 1961. A prolific IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES recording artist, Byrd recorded as a leader on HON. ED PASTOR Tuesday, February 26, 2013 OF ARIZONA the Verve, Columbia, Transition, and Prestige IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES labels. Ms. SPEIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor In 1959, Mr. Byrd signed with Blue Note Larry Buckmaster who is retiring as the Presi- Tuesday, February 26, 2013 Records, and released his first album for the dent and CEO of the Redwood City-San Mr. PASTOR of Arizona. Mr. Speaker, on Royal Flush label, where he recorded over Mateo County Chamber of Commerce after 30 rollcall No. 46—Approving the Journal and twenty albums. These albums include ‘‘A New years of outstanding service to our community. 47—H.R. 667, I missed these votes due to a Perspective,’’ ‘‘Free Form,’’ ‘‘Fancy Free and Larry is the type of person who creates a flight delay. Electric Byrd’’—all of which highlighted Byrd’s community through performing multiple acts of Had I been present, I would have voted inspired and innovative forays into the soul- stewardship each and every day—he has ‘‘yea.’’ jazz period of the 1960s. In 1963, Byrd stud- done so for decades. Let me give you just a f ied composition with the famed classical in- few examples. structor Nadia Boulanger. When Larry Buckmaster took over the Red- A TRIBUTE TO JAZZ MASTER DR. But it was in the late sixties and early sev- wood City-San Mateo County Chamber of DONALD BYRD enties, when would help to launch Commerce it had a deficit and membership the fusion era of Jazz, that Byrd enjoyed his lagged. He almost immediately turned it HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. most successful period as an artist. Byrd’s around and led the board to boost both mem- OF MICHIGAN 1973 album, ‘‘,’’ married jazz im- bership and participation by members in var- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES provisation to R&B styles, and became the ious chamber events. highest grossing Blue Note album of all time. Second, America needs leaders. It’s tough Tuesday, February 26, 2013 This successful album was followed by ‘‘Street to find them. Leadership means putting your Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Lady,’’ ‘‘Places,’’ and ‘‘Spaces,’’ and ‘‘Carica- neck on the line and exposing yourself to criti- note the passing on February 4, 2013 of Na- tures.’’ In the 1980s, Byrd recorded on the cism. Larry Buckmaster knew that Redwood tional Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master, Elektra Records label, with a new ensemble City and the San Francisco Peninsula needed Dr. Donald Byrd. Dr. Byrd was my dear friend, called the 125th Street Orchestra. a new generation of leadership. He founded and a fellow Detroiter. He will be deeply Donald Byrd also made several contribu- the Leadership Redwood City/San Carlos/Bel- missed by his family, friends, jazz patrons, tions to higher education in his lifetime. He mont program so that business and govern- and musicians around the world. They ad- was the founding director of Howard Univer- ment professionals would learn from each mired his creative musical genius, kind heart, sity’s Jazz Studies Program. Mr. Byrd also re- other and hear from current leaders about and down to earth nature. cruited several of his prize pupils to form the issues that are shaping the community. Most Dr. Byrd was a master trumpeter, composer, musical group , who enjoyed importantly, Larry Buckmaster wanted stu- bandleader, recording artist, educator, and a considerable success with their hits, ‘‘Walkin’ dents to be inspired to step up and become highly innovative jazz musician. He was a cre- in Rhythm,’’ ‘‘Rock Creek Park,’’ and ‘‘Happy community leaders in their own right. The ative force in music for over six decades, and Music.’’ Byrd was also instrumental in estab- proof of Larry’s wisdom and his success is left his mark on several modern jazz styles lishing highly respected jazz studies programs around us each day. Over 800 students have

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