He was gifted and he gave. We are all lucky for it. Harry Buckholts

Descanse en la Paz de Dios, amigo Gary. Gracias por su legado musical y por sus obras de caridad

'It's not that I'm so cheerful-but I'll always raise a smile If at times my nonsense rhymes -then I'll stand trial' " No words left to send and light upon the page Now that the legendary Commander has left the stage Just to thank you-for your sharing your gift of wonderful music with me I saw you perform just twice A truly highlight of my concert going life A music so regal and profound It touched the depth of memory That glorious and unique 'Procol' sound And now that you have sadly passed We will not be able to share a drink and have a bloody good laugh!" From Eamonn Harvey .A poem for the late,great Gary Brooker

There is no musician in the world, none, that brought me more joy, or whom I loved and appreciated more, than Gary Brooker. I hope Gary knew that there were so many of us who probably felt the same way.

I hope Ian Anderson's lyrics were meant for all musicians of note: "And who was I to last forever? I didn't promise to stay the pace. Not in this lifetime, babe But we'll cling together: Some kind of heaven written in your face." Perhaps there is a heaven where music is made together. Achim Hoppius

GB’s brilliance as a singer, composer and arranger is nearly unparalleled in contemporary music. He utilized every tool in the book, borrowing from classical, blues, rock, gospel, and spoken word genres to write timeless songs of mystery, humor, darkness, and victory. I was intrigued and enchanted from the start by songs like “Homburg” “Conquistador” and AWSOP to my first PH concert in 1968 and live orchestral and choir performances at the Hollywood Bowl and most recently the London Palladium. What moved me as powerfully as the works of Bach and Wagner were tunes like “In Held,” “Whaling Stories” and “A Salty Dog,” all resolving themselves from doubt, struggle, and fear to ultimate triumph. “The captain cried, we sailor’s wept/our tears were tears of joy!” Who couldn’t be moved by those words? I can’t help thinking the Commander slipped from this mortal world into the spiritual one to a cathartic chorus of trumpets and an angel choir singing “Shalimar” for a life well-lived and the promise of a more perfect world of harmony and perfection. Peace be with you, Gary. You have touched more lives than you could ever have imagined. Dennis

Thank you Gary for all the beautiful music. I loved the times I saw Procol Harum play in Holland, Paris and London. Jan

It's hard to put into words. The impact of Gary, specifically, and Procol Harum as a band, has had in my life, since age 12, 55 years ago. I felt a connection so deep that words fail, the intrigue and endless paths through the music never fail to enchant. My greatest condolences to all those who knew and lost this beautiful human. Deb M

I have been a great fan of Procol Harums music since my youth. The first time I saw the band was in a Classic-Rock Concerts in 1972 or 1973 in the Circus Krone in Munich, Germany, where Gary played with the German conductor Eberhard Schoener and the Choir Toelzer Knabenchor. Later I saw him and ther band many times in Germany, for example in the "Villa Berg" in Stuttgart but also in Munich and even in my home town of Augsburg. One time - it was a few years ago - I met Gary personally after a concert in Stuttgart-Winterbach when he drank a glass of white wine in front of the Best Western Hotel of Winterbach with Geoff and Matt. Of course, I asked him for an autograph but first he refused and after a while he did it. He was a very sympathic man and I will remember to his music and his very special humour till the end of my days.

I've been a fan since the beginning. I saw Procol Harum at The Fillmore East in NYC. several times. After many years I saw them at Westbury in L.I. My wife ( A American standards fan) Also became a big fan. Also saw Gary with Ringos best All Star Band Brooker, Jack Bruce & Peter Frampton. I often watch utube and many of Procols great concerts. They should be in the R&R Hall of Fame ! Respect to his long marriage Sad he's gone. Mike M.

You and Procol Harum have always been and will be till the end my musical inspiration - joy, delight, consolation, hope ... It's so hard to imagine seeing you no more (I'll keep the tickets for your cancelled concert in Stuttgart this year as a constant reminder) So long, Gary ! Stephan

A Whitershade of pale é uma canção q me remete a um lugar longínquo, com uma sensação surreal , a qual n sei explicar. Seria como se eu estivesse em um lugarejo na Romênia, numa avenida larga na madrugada, luzes acesas no topo de lustres antigos e uma fina garoa caindo , numa noite fria, sombria e silenciosa, onde estariam eu, o silêncio, o amor e implorando pz aos homens de boa vontade....

Gary was a great musician and the Genius conductor or Procol Harum. I have almost of his LP, CD, DVD. I hear this lovely music since 1969. Today I am sad but I think that Gary Brooker lives now around the best musiciens in the Sky. Jean-Pierre Ricard, from France

He was at Westcliff High School for Boys, as I was, as were several others who have made their mark in this world. We were both "working the Golden Mile" along Southend's seafront when we were both around 17. He joked then that he would be a window cleaner. On Saturday nights, we looked at where live music was, and went there. The Paramounts played at one of these on FA Cup Final night (1962?). It was a pleasure to have been there; where he played Poison Ivy with such his iconic presentation. He had to play it twice - as an encore

To Gary's memory: AWSoP made me Wang to play the organ in the late sixties. It's appropriate to say Gary made me the musician i am. Your wonderful voice and piano is now silent, but your music lives on. Thank you for all! Christer Johansson, Sweden

I was 14 in 1967 and I first saw PH at the Fillmore East in 1968 where I was totally amazed and I guess converted to a life-long fan of PH and Gary. So what I am trying to say is that Gary has been part of my life as a totally admired artists/ musician/ vocalist. To lift from Shakespeare: Here was a great musician and person who lifted so many lifes with his talent, when comes such another!

From the first AWSoP through the final SOMEWHEN, from the simple McGREGGOR (and yes, Commander, your loved ones cry for you) through the complex GRANDE FINALE -- your music defined my adult life. Thanks, and forever peace.

Thank you for all Gary - I am so pleased & proud to have known you... it was always a huge pleasure to be around you and to hear, and share your music. My thoughts and condolences to you Franky. He was a lovely man.

Our beloved Gary Thank you for your wonderful music. You are the soul of Procol Harum. Toshiya Hyakuma

so great as a singer, so great as a man.... Elio

What can one say ?? Gary Brooker was a musical genius! He brought so many humans so much joy in his music!! A true, kind gentleman..The very Best of the Very Best!!! RIP Mr. Brooker!

What can one say ?? Gary Brooker was a musical genius! He brought so many humans so much joy in his music!! A true, kind gentleman..The very Best of the Very Best!!! RIP Mr. Brooker!

The heart, the spirit, and the journey that you’ve given us is ongoing, never-ending. I think of you as a friend, a distant mentor whose work brought out the best in my own playing. And so I thank you with love, veneration, and the certainty that beyond these things lies a beautiful continuation in which we all play on.

Gary Brooker was an inspiration to many. His voice was recognized worldwide. He was a man of strength, love for his wife and truly enjoyed life. I would like to share a song by Vince Gill which touched my heart in that it reminds me of the Commander. God be with you Frankie and know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of us all. If you choose , please listen to "Go Rest High on that Mountain, Vince Gill".

Who gives more joy to mankind than somebody who presents the world with such amazing lots of great music? Go to heaven, Gary! Rupert

At 64 Gary's music has been with me since age ten loved Whiter Shade of Pale and everything else Gary was a very underrated performing artist he should be right at the top . The world has lost yet another music icon. Rest in peace your work is done but will live on forever thinking of your family

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