In Memory of Nicholas Ashford (1942-2011)

I remember years ago when I worked on the Upper East Side of Manhattan watching Nick Ashford from my office window walking south on Second Avenue.  A group of teenage girls were following behind him, seemingly trying to figure out as to whether they could approach him or not for an autograph.  Finally, they seemed to finally muster enough courage to pick up their pace to get in front of him and make their request.   Nick Ashford stopped, smiled and proceeded to give his autograph to each member of the group.  He then talked to them for about 10 minutes, smiling and laughing with the young ladies before they finally went their way.

When I learned of his passing a few minutes ago, I recalled that memory and remembered how nice a man he seemed to be; Absent of any arrogance or pretense, surely, a truly nice man who was talented beyond compare and yet down to Earth in his own silent way.  And as much as I will remember his work with Valerie Simpson, I will never forget the nice person who took the time to sign some autographs and give a group of teenage girls an experience I am sure they never forgot.

Nick Ashford, Rest in Peace as the beauty in your heart and soul was always "Solid, Solid as a Rock"!

Welcome to The Westfall Music Group's New Blog!

Thank you for visiting this new site; It is our hope that this site will provide you with information about the many musical artists who live and work in the New York Metropolitan area.

Over the years I come met many fantastically talented musicians, vocalists and composer from different parts of the world who have come to New York City to learn, master and then share the music they love and we sometimes take for granted.

Hence, I created this blog to not only share thoughts on music but also to highlight the many people with whom I have been musically associated with over the years.

Since it's inception, The Westfall Music Group's mission statement has included the following:

"... The Westfall Music Group has recognized the presence of musicians from other countries living in New York and has provided assistance in the areas of promotion, advertising, marketing and booking to those who are striving to gain additional exposure and recognition for their talents."

Hopefully, by reaching out to the public via this blog, this objective will be realized as the public will discover the rich talent which exists in the "City that Never Sleeps".