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A traditional New Orleans Jazz Funeral for the late tuba player Kerwin James. He died in Oct. 2007. Alot of viewers have been asking whats the reason for rocking the casket, it’s so he can dance one last time. I also have a Mardi Gras Black Indian Funeral video on here too. I must WARN you it is’nt your “typical” funeral. For more videos, pics and New Orleans unique culture check out my myspace page at www.myspace.com/onenawlins
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All I can say is …
All I can say is WOW what a send off. I should be so lucky.
Absoltutely …
Absoltutely wonderful and touching. One of the most beautiful things I ever seen.
the umbrella is …
the umbrella is traditional in second lines, it’s only black in this case becuase it’s a funeral. A jazz funeral is most common among african americans, but i’ve seen it done with other races…it’s a new orleans tradition, where we believe in celebrating a life, not mourning a loss. and yes, it is considered the “last dance” for an individual. it is truly an uplifiting experience…
this is just one …
this is just one reason why i love my home..coming together to rejoice in a time of sadness…celebrating a life lived instead of mourning it…we had a trad. jazz funeral and second line for my brother in law yesterday..he truly went out with as much love and excitement as he came in with..
“Take a closer walk …
“Take a closer walk with thee”, what a last party!
yeah,like gumbo- a …
yeah,like gumbo- a little bit of everything…
RIGHT ON !
RIGHT ON !
Amazing! Where …
Amazing! Where else in America would you see something like this? If ever anyone would wonder if New Orleans should be saved after Katrina-This is that answer. YES!
WOW! That was some …
WOW! That was some send off!
That was awesome. I …
That was awesome. I want this for my funeral now.
what is the …
what is the significance of the black umbrella? I would like to learn more. I have heard that the bouncing of the casket is the last “dance” for the deceased. Is this true? Is this typical of a funeral or is this part of Kerwin James’ last wishes? Thank you in advance for your time and sincere responses.
To be honored like …
To be honored like this is amazing. Mr. James, I may not have known you, but to have a send off like this shows that you have a lot of friends and admirers that loved you. May you rest in peace.
lol that kid was …
lol that kid was doin a solo on his trombone!!!
no, this is “just a …
no, this is “just a closer walk with thee,” an old negro spiritual.
damn, what a way to …
, what a way to go.
everyone came with …
everyone came with their horns to this funeral
Thanks!
Thanks!
“A Closer Walk With …
“A Closer Walk With Thee.”
Is this a version …
Is this a version of “St James Infirmary”?
To be honored like …
To be honored like that! Wonderful! Looks like he had many people who loved him. Well then, Kerwin, I pray that GOD takes you and holds you forever. You musta brought a lot of joy to this earth while you were here and that’s what I try to do too. … ‘Rockin’ In The Busom Of Abraham.’… Love..Bobo. … (I’ll see you someday)
Oh ! ! ! Didnt they …
Oh ! ! ! Didnt they put him away, didnt they put him away. God rest his soul.
20F here alone and …
20F here alone and bored and 5
That is a well and …
That is a well and truly decent send off. RIP
Fuck you, buddy. …
you, buddy. These people are honoring life in a way Christian fundamentalists like you could never understand.
This is so awesome! …
This is so awesome! Even a president of the United States doesnt have such a powerfull funeral! God bless you all!