A Celebration of Rich's Life was held on
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Corky Laing and Peter Baron of Mountain take the stage at Rich's Celebration of Life, with tribute in words and amazing musical performances. Kevin Tototian tells the story of his Dad's journey with Mountain, and with West, Bruce and Laing.
Corky Laing - Drums Peter Baron - Guitar | Vocals Kevin Totoian - Bass Andy Abel - Guitar Dave Archer - Keys Mixed by: Nick Saya Video by: Dale Allen |
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Rich discovered Santana and got them signed to Columbia Records. At Rich's Celebration of Life, "Black Magic Woman" and "Evil Ways" fill the room with the magic of this incredible band.
Dale Allen - Vocals Tony Cintron - Percussion Tony DePaolo - Guitar Andy Abel - Guitar Nick Saya - Drums Kevin Totoian - Bass Dave Archer - Keys Mixed by Nick Saya Video by Dale Allen |
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Karrin Allyson sings her tribute to Rich with a couple of his favorites from Blossom Dearie and Mose Allison.
Karrin Allyson • Vocals / Keys Andy Abel • Guitar Nick Saya • Drums Kevin Totoian • Bass Dave Archer • Hammond organ Video by Dale Allen Mixed by Nick Saya |
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Richard Charney shares a story and his love for Rich, and performs "So What" by Miles Davis.
Richard Charney - Saxophone Andy Abel - Guitar Nick Saya - Drums Kevin Totoian - Bass Dave Archer - Hammond Organ Mixed by Nick Saya Video by Dale Allen |
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Ron Farber tells of 38 years of adventure and friendship with Rich. The two met at A & M in 1974.
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Record Producers honors Rich with his memories of Rich's generous and supportive spirit when they worked together in the music business in the late 80s.
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Above: Richard Totoian on stage with Mountain
June 28, 1970 Transcontinental Pop Festival Photo by Doug McClement from Armando Ramblin' Man |