aka
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Post by aka on Dec 22, 2006 5:26:15 GMT 10
Very sad news..Melbourne bassist Gary Costello died this week.
A master musician and a wonderful person as all who knew him will attest.
Irreplaceable.
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Post by aj on Dec 22, 2006 8:55:12 GMT 10
Sad news indeed ! I can only endorse your comments about his musicianship and his warm personality.
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Post by punter on Dec 22, 2006 10:05:27 GMT 10
Gary was a truly lovely guy and an incredible player... I really can't believe it
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Post by bodgey on Dec 22, 2006 10:11:00 GMT 10
WHAT?!?!
That's incredibly sad and upsetting news - Gary was one of my earliest mentors.
He was so full of life - every time I would catch up with him he would have a twinkle in his eye and a broad smile, and always have the time for a chat.
Gary had so much to give. He made so much time for us youngsters when it was obvious we didn't know out arses from our elbows (especially in Tassie!). He wasn't only knowledgeable about music, but was very wise about life in general. Gary would never be explicit - he would always allude to things and guide you to making your own descisions, musical or otherwise.
Honest, generous and caring. Can't ask any more from a person.
One of a kind.
Rest in peace, Gary. We all miss you.
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Post by joechindamo on Dec 22, 2006 10:18:15 GMT 10
I'm saddened by this terrible news. Gary was a passionate man and it was always a delight to watch his face light up with boyish enthusiasm whenever he spoke about what he loved.
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alison
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Post by alison on Dec 22, 2006 10:58:43 GMT 10
I can't believe this news...Gary was not only a beautiful player, but he was definitely one of the most beautiful spirits I have ever come across. He was SO supportive of everyone on their musical journey as well.
Gary, we all will miss you so much.
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Post by captain on Dec 22, 2006 11:11:14 GMT 10
A huge loss for music and bassplaying. My thoughts are with everybody who knew him alot better than me.
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Post by gator on Dec 22, 2006 12:13:59 GMT 10
Whenever I found another tangent - Gazza could find it too...and be totally present..
and what a sound..
so sad
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Post by jamie on Dec 22, 2006 13:02:02 GMT 10
Gary was such a genuine guy and a pleasure to be around. I really enjoyed playing with him, he will be sadly missed. My condolences to his family and friends.
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Post by vickibonet on Dec 22, 2006 14:33:31 GMT 10
How sad, how terribly sad, and far too early for a person to die. Gary's poor family and friends will feel the loss for a long time. It's hard to lose someone you love when they are older, let alone before they have even made it to retirement age.
We have his work to remember him as a talented musician and I believe his legacy as a mentor will carry on for a long time after many more of us have gone too. Perhaps that's a message for us all.
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Post by Frank Di Sario on Dec 22, 2006 20:51:39 GMT 10
a true gentleman is gone.
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Post by ornette on Dec 22, 2006 21:04:34 GMT 10
Gary was a great guy - always peaceful even when he felt strongley about something.
Gary influenced most of the bass players in Melb. He at some time taught them.
We will miss you Gary
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Post by glean on Dec 23, 2006 0:58:46 GMT 10
Gary Costello thanks for everything. we'll never stop listening & playing and youll always be be with us that way
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Post by giannim on Dec 23, 2006 15:04:06 GMT 10
I have just returned from OS and am shocked by this news. Gary was always such a wonderful person to be involved with musically. He had tremendous warmth , and always made you feel like he was supporting you. I also loved his very dry sense of humour. Wow, what a shock. My warmest thoughts go out to his family.
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Post by aj on Dec 24, 2006 8:21:32 GMT 10
I believe there will be a memorial service on Friday 29th, 3pm, at Lilydale Memorial Park, Victoria Rd, Lilydale.
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