Never Too Late: The Doc Severinsen Story

**losaltosjoe** · 04-03-2021, 08:08 PM

I watched it last night and really enjoyed it. What a life!

Never Too Late: The Doc Severinsen Story traces the life and groundbreaking career of the unstoppable musical icon, revealing his personal trials and underscoring a remarkable journey of inspiration and obsession. The documentary premieres nationwide Friday, April 2 at 9 p.m. on PBS (check local listings).

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**wintermoon** · 04-03-2021, 10:04 PM

Interesting as I was watching an old tonight show recently and was wondering what he's been up to after retiring.

**sgosnell** · 04-04-2021, 02:51 PM

Whatever else he may or may not have, he has an ego. That may be a requirement for a career such as he's had, I wouldn't know, and don't really care. But it's evident he can still play, well into his 90s. I hope I can still play a little when I'm his age. Really, I just hope I can reach his age and still be coherent.

**citizenk74** · 04-05-2021, 12:04 PM

Originally Posted by sgosnell

Whatever else he may or may not have, he has an ego. That may be a requirement for a career such as he's had, I wouldn't know, and don't really care. But it's evident he can still play, well into his 90s. I hope I can still play a little when I'm his age. Really, I just hope I can reach his age and still be coherent.

A jazz trumpet player whose band I sat in with many times (at his request) is getting right up there in age and still plays every day (and well). It must be all that... breathing.

**EarlBrother** · 04-07-2021, 05:16 AM

One of my favorite and most often listen to cd is Doc and the tonight show band!!!!! thanks for this info!!!!

**Woody Sound** · 04-09-2021, 08:46 AM

A guy I knew (trumpet) personally told me he once snorted with doc before the tonight show. Don't know if it's true but I have no reason to not believe him. I just think it's funny.

**JGinNJ** · 04-09-2021, 09:25 AM

I saw this video online a few months ago. As a trumpet player as well, it was inspiring and humbling. Even if you're not really into his music, he's still a hero. In his 90's he still plays better than I could ever hope to. It seems like he paid a price in his personal life, but we each make our deal.