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Henry Butler. Photo by Clayton Call

In Memoriam: Henry Butler (September 21, 1948 – July 2, 2018)

July 31, 2018 by: Geraldine Wyckoff

Henry Butler once described himself as “a work in progress,” as his aim was to continually challenge himself and the status quo. The brilliant pianist, vocalist and composer accomplished that goal both as a musician and as a man. Sightless since infancy, Butler maneuvered through life with ease, confidence and authority and played the piano the same way. He’d often smile when he knew he’d startled an audience with his pian...

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