Althouse: "He was in pain all the time. He cried."

March 6, 2009

Peter V. Bella said...: This is an enlightening story of accomplishment in the face of adversity. His life gives hope that if one pursues a dream or a purpose, one can and will succeed in any worthwhile endeavor.; 3/6/09, 8:08 AM
ricpic said...: He had beautiful hands.; 3/6/09, 8:15 AM
Deana said...: Wow.

I love his take on "My Funny Valentine." So sublime.

His story makes a person appreciate life, in all of its imperfect forms.

And it makes you want to be a little easier on yourself, you know?; 3/6/09, 9:00 AM
The Dude said...: Man, that is playing. Glad I saw that - had never heard of him before. Caravan is marvelous.

I was wondering how he could reach the pedals - a custom made Steinway to the rescue.

Remarkable talent overcoming handicaps that most of us will never face. What an accomplished human being.; 3/6/09, 10:02 AM
Kev said...: I discovered Michel's music while I was a college radio DJ, and it was always outstanding. I knew he had some physical challenges, but I had no idea the extent of what he'd gone through.

(I'm not a big fan of political correctness, and it takes a lot to offend me, but I was none too happy with a listener who called up one time and requested a tune by "that midget piano player." I was civil about it, but I made sure that the listener knew that Petrucciani had a name and not just a disability.); 3/8/09, 10:20 PM

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