We will carry that with us always! Rest easy Marcus, you will be missed beyond words. MARCUS MILLER: Director of Operations/Regional VP: 810.221.6032: History: marcusmillerm@gmail.com: Detroit Michigan: Dynamic and accomplished hospitality service director with extensive expertise in areas of P&L management, strategic positioning, operations management, and tactical business planning. May God hold you close at this difficult time. He had such a light inside that emanated from every fiber of his being. Marcus Miller is a multi-instrumentalist and also plays bass clarinet, keyboards, saxophone, guitar etc. You were one of my closest friends for almost 10 years. He was such a sweet, and polite young man. Your friend, Logan Joyce and the Joyce family, My heart is heavy for this young soul. He grew up in Bethel Park, PA, where he was loved by many. Marcus Miller (4) credited for playing strings at R.E.M. [2][5] In addition, he composed and provided spoken vocals on "Burn it Up", which was featured on Najee's 1992 album Just An Illusion. 5:00pm. I have never met anyone as special as you. [17] Fender started to produce a Marcus Miller signature Fender Jazz Bass in four-string (made in Japan) and five-string (made in U.S) versions. Truly loved by everyone that met you, truly a blessing to your family and friends. [4] Miller is classically trained as a clarinetist and also plays keyboards, saxophone and guitar. Beloved son of David and Laura (Winstel) Miller; loving brother of D.J. Gates Open at 2pm . I'll keep him in my thoughts. Marcus Miller Super Bright Strings and Dunlop.com, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Marcus_Miller&oldid=992563256, American rhythm and blues bass guitarists, Officers of the Order of Cultural Merit (Monaco), Wikipedia articles with MusicBrainz identifiers, Wikipedia articles with SUDOC identifiers, Wikipedia articles with WORLDCATID identifiers, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, 1991: "Power of Love / Love Power" (Uno Clio & Colin and Carl Remix), 1995: "Power of Love / Love Power" (The Frankie Knuckles Mixes), This page was last edited on 5 December 2020, at 22:56. In addition, Miller can uplift what could be a simple funk piece and make it of interest to jazz listeners through his musicianship, creativity, and imagination. Condolences [20], As of 2015, Dunlop has begun producing Marcus Miller Super Bright bass strings which Miller has switched to. Marcus was always a kind and funny person. I am praying for you and your family. Our beautiful Marcus. [14], In 2012 Miller was appointed an UNESCO Artist for Peace supporting and promoting the UNESCO Slave Route Project. He approached everything he did with enthusiasm and joy, from playing goalie for his hockey teams over the years, to coaching, to his job at the restaurant. Reading all of these sweet messages about Marcus eases a bit of the shock and sorrow. My heart is truly breaking for you. My heartfelt condolences pour out to you and your family. Every day, every hour, every minute, every second we will think of you and miss you. Marcus Miller I am praying for you and your family. Enter Your Phone Number ~The Valetti Family - Lee Ann ValettiSo sorry to hear of Marcus's passing. Miller is a significant presence on the international jazz scene, touring to sold-out audiences around the world. Fan favorite. DR Strings also produced a series of Marcus Miller signature stainless steel strings known as "Fat Beams", which come in a variety of sizes. Strawberry Moon is a jazz album by Grover Washington Jr. You will be truly missed by my family and I. God bless all..........Donna, Dave and Laura, So very very sad to hear of the loss of your son Marcus. Miller; Grandson of the late Edward and Jane Miller and Edmund and Betty Winstel; Also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Love you Uncle Tom and Aunt Pam - PamOur beautiful Marcus. We will carry that with us always! I will never forget the great and fun times we had together over the years. Please refer to obituaries for information on visitations, funeral services and requests by the family or deceased for honoring their memory. - Brandon MorrowMarcus was always a kind and funny person. Everyone please meet at the church. So adorable. : To leave a condolence message, add photos, or add videos, please provide your name and email address, John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc. FILM TITLE; 1987: Siesta (featuring Jodie Foster, Ellen Barkin & Grace Jones) 1990: House Party (featuring Kid & Play) 1992: Boomerang (featuring Eddie Murphy, Robin Givens & Halle Berry) 1994: A Low Down Dirty Shame (featuring Keenan Ivory Wayans & Jada Pinkett Smith) 1994: A Low Down Dirty Shame (featuring Keenan Ivory Wayans & Jada Pinkett Smith)> In 1997 he played bass guitar and bass clarinet in a band called Legends, featuring Eric Clapton (guitars and vocals), Joe Sample (piano), David Sanborn (alto sax) and Steve Gadd (drums). Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 in St. Louise de Marillac at 10:30 am. such a kind, outgoing, gentle soul. Karen Wagner - Karen WagnerYou son was truly one of the kindest people I have ever met. I will always your easy going, fun, high spirited energy that made class go so fast. Karen Wagner, You son was truly one of the kindest people I have ever met. The Ozell Tapes proves that Marcus Miller is not a "smooth jazz" musician or a "fusion" musician or a "pop" musician; this proves he is a jazz musician who plays thoroughly modern, emotionally and intellectually satisfying electric jazz. Miller, Marcus - Live & More - Amazon.com Music ... "Sophie" is a pretty if somewhat straightforward and unengaging ballad, but "Jazz in the House" just irritates me to no end. Pittsburgh, Pa. 15227, Phone: 412-881-4100 We love you Aunt Pam and Uncle Tom. Laid Black - New release. You were one of my closest friends for almost 10 years. For the German football goalkeeper, see, "Paul Chambers/John Coltrane: High Step (1956)" (March 2009), See also interview on ABC Radio National Music Show with Andrew Ford Nov 2010, The Ozell Tapes Live: The Official Bootleg, "Marcus Miller, Live In Concert: Newport Jazz 2013", "Interview: Jazz Bassist Marcus Miller Maps His Musical History", "Marcus Miller: 'I came of age during black power. My sincere condolences to the Miller family. Written by Marcus Miller, Lenny White, Bernard Wright Published by Thriller Miller Music, Adm. by MCA Music, A Division of MCA, Inc. (ASCAP) / Chinese Music (BMI) / Bernard Wright Music Inc. … Every day, every hour, every minute, every second we will think of you and miss you. I played adult hockey with Marcus and he was such a great young man who always had a smile on his face. I only met Marcus several times, yet instantly enjoyed talking with him, especially sports/hockey. Allmusic awarded the album with 4 stars and its review by Rob Theakston states: "Marcus Miller continues to display his multi-instrument virtuosity with M², and while the order of the day is still smooth jazz, there's more of a soulful R&B edge than the majority of his previous work. : Marcus, it is so painful to see you go. His latest album as a leader is 2018’s Laid Black, released on Blue Note Records. 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