Peter, Paul, and Mary hold a special place in many of our hearts. But I still remember how much she enchanted my youngest sister, Debbi, during a rehearsal in New Haven many years ago. As I have written before our father was Frank Sinatra’s sound consultant. He also developed “sound without a shell” and the City Green became a showcase for many celebrities during summer concerts.
Mary Travers took a particular fancy to Debbi who would sometimes accompany our father to rehearsals. They seemed to have a special connection. Take a look at Mary in this video and you’ll understand her spontaneity.
Today is a sad day for Peter and Paul. A sad day for all who hummed, “Leaving on a Jet Plane, ” or “Where have all the Flowers Gone.” A sad day for all of the children and parents and grandparents — charmed by “Puff the Magic Dragon.” Farewell Mary. You brought joy with you around the world.
Frank Sinatra and our father, Vince Esposito, his sound consultant …
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