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Talent always speaks louder than words. To me, George Harrison was never the quiet Beatle. ROBERT DEL VALLE Royal Oak, Mich...
...Harrison's work went greatly underappreciated in the post-Beatles era, but it combined all the best qualities of that of the other Beatles. Harrison brought his own spiritual and philosophical views to the mix. It's about time that he was recognized as the philanthropic precursor to Bob Geldof, founder of the Live Aid fund-raising rock concerts. Harrison's Concert for Bangladesh was the first true big-name benefit concert. Thanks for your recognition of Harrison: spiritual man, philanthropist, musician, Beatle. MICHAEL B. NAHMIAS East Windsor...
Thank you so much for your wonderful, touching tribute to George Harrison [MUSIC, Dec. 10]. Even though George preferred to be out of the spotlight, I think he would have liked your article. Not only was his music beautiful, it was a great inspiration to other musicians and artists. He sang of peace and unity without drifting away from reality into a "flower power" world. He was very down-to-earth. I believe he would have been a wonderful friend--and not just because he was a Beatle. ANNA HELANDER Eau Claire...
Thank you for articulating what I wasn't able to about the death of George Harrison. I haven't been able to explain the tears in my eyes or why I am mourning the passing of this man I'd never met. I just know it matters deeply to me as a Beatles fan and an aging thirty-something in an uncertain world. What kind of world is it that has only two surviving Beatles? We miss you, George. JENNIFER HARRIS-FROWEN Fayetteville...
...finally, as if in tribute to an age that now seems so innocent, a few thoughts for George Harrison, who, "in a time where celebrity is synonymous with narcissism ... reminded us through his life and actions that it does not have...