My memory of being in one of Dr. Taylor's concerts was at Kansas State University (All Faith's Chapel) in Spring 2007. He had spent that morning with Dr. Wayne Goins and his jazz students. He later conducted a "free" open forum that evening.
At the age of nearly 80, he was sharp in mind as well with the fingers. He exhibited how one can take a melody and do variations in a jazz idiom. Taylor demonstrated piano jazz versions of some old songs. Even though many adults were present, there were little ones there too. He took questions from the audience and did an autograph sign party following the program.
His visit was sponsored by the International Association of Jazz Education (IAJE)that is located in Manhattan, Kansas. The Assocation was begun several years ago by Matt Betton who felt that jazz inovation would be an important factor in future music.
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