Here we go again! Rumors of Horace Silver's passing have been widely circulated on the internet today. Once again, this appears to be premature and erroneous.

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An Apology to Horace Silver

Tuesday, 17 December 2013 18:28

Jazzwise apologises for passing on widespread reports on jazz websites, social media and jazz radio and initial checks ourselves made earlier today, that Horace Silver had died. Jazzwise apologises unreservedly to Horace Silver, his family, freinds and fans and for any distess this may have caused. Peace. Mike Flynn