Roberta Gambarini: Dear Tez, words can’t express how deeply you are missed. Keep swinging with the angels my friend, I will never forget your smile and the beautiful music you made with your drums and your heart. Sending all my love to your family.
Bruce Barth: Montez Coleman was full of love, for life, people, and those drums. His smile at the drums was as infectious as his groove, and he brought joy to band mates and listeners alike. And he was so genuine and hip, with a keen insight into people and a great sense of humor.
His was a beautiful spirit. He left us way too soon, but leaves behind a legacy of music and love. Thank you, Tez. Sending condolences to family and friends.
Montez Coleman (1973 – 2022)
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La fotografía de Montez Coleman fue tomada en la Nova Jazz Cava de Terrassa, el 28 de marzo de 2010, dentro de la programación del 29 Festival Jazz Terrassa. Actuó como miembro del quinteto de Roy Hargrove, aquel día el trompetista recibió el galardón “Jazzterrasman”.
Texto: © Roberta Gambarini y Bruce Barth, 2022
Fotografía: © Joan Cortès, 2022
