Victor Borge

[Clyde Hollinger]

Friends,

I had the opportunity to attend a concert by Borge when I was a graduate student
at West Chester University back in 1986-87.  Unfortunately I didn't go because I
had never heard of him and the ticket price was a little steep for me at the
time.

We now have three videos of Borge, two of which are called "The Lost Episodes."
But the one I like the best is "The Best of Victor Borge."  I don't know if it
is still available but it was distributed by GMZ Productions.  The telephone
number (on the video which we have had for years and therefore may no longer be
current) is 212 245-4771.

Don't expect much piano performing in this video.  It is mostly his brand of
humor, which I enjoy in general.

Regards,
Clyde Hollinger, RPT
Lititz, PA, USA

Horace Greeley wrote:

> Friends,
>
> It is with some sadness that I pass along news of the death of Victor Borge.
>
> Those of us who were privileged to work with him knew him as an underrated
> musician and performer.  More importantly, he was a consummate gentleman
> and citizen of the world.
>
> If, to paraphrase John Donne, every person's death diminishes me because of
> my involvement in humankind; then surely, the reverse is true for those
> who, like Borge, have a level of involvement with humankind which
> transcends petty distinctions of language, culture, borders, time and space
> - we are all diminished by his passing as we were enriched by his wit,
> humor, and humanity.
>
> More news as it comes in.  If others have more information, please do pass
> it on.
>
> Best regards to all,
>
> Horace