Harvey Brownstone Interviews Liberace Protégé, Steve Garey, Part 2
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- čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
- Harvey Brownstone conducts an in-depth Interview with Liberace Protégé, Steve Garey, Part 2
About Harvey's guest:
Today’s returning guest, Steve Garey, is a renowned, 2-time gold record winning pianist, vocalist and recording artist who has a very prestigious connection to 2 show business legends: Liberace and Frank Sinatra.
He was selected by Liberace to be his very last protégé, and he is the only protégé of Liberace’s to receive the endorsement and support of the Board of Directors of The Liberace Foundation and the Liberace Estate.
And the other superstar with which our guest shares an illustrious history is the Chairman of the Board, the one and only Frank Sinatra, who chose our guest, when he was only 20 years old, to be his piano accompanist. Our guest began his career in the 1970s as a child prodigy, performing concerts throughout the world, which led to a successful career in nightclubs as well as in films and on television. And in 1981, Mr. Showmanship himself, Liberace selected our guest as his last and final protégé.
He studied with Liberace for the last six years of his life. Our guest has performed at the most prestigious venues around the world, and besides performing with Liberace and Frank Sinatra, he’s worked alongside dozens of superstars including Rosemary Clooney, Dinah Shore, Bernadette Peters, Johnny Mathis, Debbie Reynolds, Jane Russell, John Travolta and many more.
With his incredibly versatile repertoire, which includes everything from the Jazz Classics, Pop and Country Music to the great American Songbook, our guest has given Command Performances for 5 American Presidents in addition to a number of Crown Monarchs in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. He’s been featured in Cosmopolitan Magazine, the Hollywood Reporter, and on the cover of both TV GUIDE and the American music industry publication "The Score” magazine".
He’s also a Contributing Editor to Keyboard World Magazine, and he continues to serve as a consultant on books and film projects regarding both Liberace and Frank Sinatra.
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There is no shortage of potential guests wanting to appear on our show. So we very rarely invite a guest back to our show unless he/she has something new to promote. But in the case of the wonderful Steve Garey, once was definitely not enough. After his first interview on our show, we were deluged with requests from viewers to have him back to provide more insights about Liberace. I was thrilled when Steve graciously agreed to return for a second interview. Every Liberace fan will really enjoy both of Steve’s appearances on our show.
Steve and Harvey, the gratitude from the viewers are a reflection of you both. Steve, I live in Vegas and hope I can meet you one day.
I’m also hoping to meet Steve one day.
This interview tells of the basest incidents of greed and jealousy that humans can exhibit.
But it also speaks of actions of the zenith of love and caring for all of God's creatures.
If you think you know the whole story of the uber talented pianist and humanitarian Liberace, you don't.
And, if you want to know more about one of the nicest people on Planet Earth and one of the best interviewers in existence, watch this video from the beginning UNTIL THE END.
WOW what a beautiful comment. Thank you so much for watching and for your support of our show. I know Steve Garey appreciates you too.
What a wonderful surprise, Harvey. The last interview you did with Steve Garey was one of my favourites. I just love this man! He is genuine and warm, as well as classy, just like his dear friend, Liberace. It was moving to see how he was fighting back tear at times, thinking of him. You, as well, are always wonderful!
Thank you so much! It’s extremely rare for us to have the same guest appear on our show twice, but Steve is just so special that once was definitely not enough!! Thank you for watching!!
What a pleasant surprise. Liberace was and is a fascinating person. But I hope Steve Garey doesn't underestimate his own obvious kindness, talent, authenticity and awareness.
That's so nice of you. Thank you.
I couldn’t agree more. Liberace was immensely fortunate to have Steve as a friend. I am equally fortunate and grateful to be Steve’s friend.
@@LiberaceProtege You are welcome. Vince Fronza's behavior you describe is shocking.
Such a kind hearted man. Liberace would be so happy to know the depth of his warmth toward him. Such a sweet guy ❤
That's really nice of you to say. Thanks so much.
I agree 100%. Steve is AWESOME
Another uplifting interview Harvey , simply delightful and so touching to listen to Steve Garey’ experiences w Liberace , especially his astonishment as a young man watching all the theft going on around him . I felt as if I was right there, and definitely would have felt shocked, and so happy that Mr Garey stuck to his guns ! All working out in the long run .
I loved seeing and hearing about PJ and what great health the PJ family has had , a little bit of Liberace over seeing his true friends. Thank you again Harvey for having Mr Garey on again , you knock it out of the park and are my favorite interviewer❤
Thank you so much for your lovely comment. It brings me great joy to know how many people are loving this interview. Steve Garey is such a wonderful person. I could listen to him talk all day!
Thank you for your really kind words Dana. Much appreciated!
Both interviews with Steve Garey were so informative and awesome. Liberace was not only wise to choose Steve as his last protege, but also as a true and trustworthy friend who stood gently by his side. Wonderful to have him on for two interviews, and I love the vest from Liberace he's wearing.
It really means a lot to me that you watched both episodes featuring Steve Garey. It’s rare that we have a guest on the show more than once (unless they’ve got something new to promote). The last time it happened was with Tony Orlando. Steve has so many interesting and compelling stories that made both interviews fly right by!
Thank you for all those lovely thoughts. Your kindness is truly touching and I appreciate it very much.
@@LiberaceProtege You're very welcome. I'm going to be picking up some of your CDs.
@marneenlynne you will love them
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 I know I will. 🙂
I remember Liberace saying that money can’t buy your health. My grandmother used to go to his shows.
He was so right. If money could buy health, the richest people on earth like Steve Jobs and Aristotle Onassis would not have died relatively young.
The warm and affirming connection between you two Clotheshorses made listening a delight. Kudos to you, Harvey, for asking the hard questions. And to Steve, there are many things about you that point to something really missed by me and in this world which has become sorely rare & that word is: character. It is refreshing to be reminded it is out there.
Well I’ve never before been referred to as a “clothes horse” so thank you so much for that!! And yes, Steve has a beautiful, compassionate, humane, sincere character that epitomizes INTEGRITY. I am so glad I’ve had the chance to celebrate this beautiful human being on our show and share him with our wonderful viewers.
Thank you Thomas for those lovely words. Much appreciated sir. And as for Harvey Brownstone, you're right, but Harvey a clothes horse? I'd say he's more of a clothes stallion. Don't you think? Haha
@LiberaceProtege OMG is a stallion the same as a stud??? I think I’m “climaxing” with excitement!!
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No not exactly.
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Dearest Mr Garey thank you for doing these interviews and for honoring Liberace as you do. How blessed you are to have known him. Your love and respect for him is palpable. You are very lucky to have such beautiful mementos of him. To have one of his candelabras would be a thrill! I have a few autographed books and it thrills me just knowing he touched them!
Liberace inspired me to learn to play piano when I was 7 years old. I did not have the opportunity to learn back then but I never lost the desire. At age 59, I’m finally learning. A beautiful photograph of him has pride of place on my piano.
Along with his amazing talent, I am inspired by Liberace’s kindness, generosity and his perseverance in adversity. It is wonderful to see you keeping his legacy alive and honoring his memory by sharing stories of Liberace the person apart from the stage persona. Connecting with you here is as close as I will ever get to him. God bless you, good health to you and thank you again, sir. As Liberace would say, I’ll be seeing you. Ciao!
-Victoria S.
What a beautiful comment. I’m sure Steve will be immensely touched by your very kind words. God bless you. Thank you for watching our show.
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Hello, Mr Brownstone! Very happy to make your acquaintance. Thank you for responding! These interviews with Mr Garey are wonderful and he’s correct…you do a great job getting to issues that no one else has. Thank you for having him on twice. I would bet that a third appearance would be well received! Take care and thanks again for replying! God bless.
@VictoriaS-lh6ym thank YOU so much for watching our show. I hope you will check out our other great interviews and consider subscribing to our CZcams channel. It would mean the world to me.🙏❤️
I am a subscriber and I receive your notifications as well. I will definitely be watching your other interviews. Keep up the good work! I’ll be watching for that third Steve Garey interview! 😉
@VictoriaS-lh6ym thank you so much from my heart
Glad you had him back.
Me too!! Thanks for watching!!
Great interview harvey you can see that Steve totally respected liberace and is still sad after many years after the death of his friend God bless
Yes Steve is a true friend. When he loves someone it’s forever. Every needs a Steve Garey in their life
fabulously fabulous interview Harvey and Steve it is an awesome one like the other one and I love learning about the legend himself Liberace and his legacy. ❤️
Thank you so much for watching!!!
Thanks, this series is my favorite.
I’m so happy to hear this!! Thank you so much!!
Harvey brought out the best in Steve A masterclass in how to conduct an interview
Those words are high praise, and music to my ears. THANK YOU SO MUCH
Harvey, and once again, FABULOUS interview! 👏👏👏👏I loved that you posted Part 2 with Steve Garey because it went even deeper into the life of Liberace. I used to be an actor (a stage actor in New York) and was blessed with the opportunity to actually meet and talk with Liberace back in 1977. I was performing in a musical review at Harrah's in Lake Tahoe. Liberace performed in the main room, while my show performed in the smaller room. The man who produced my show was good friends with Liberace (Lee), so he asked him if a few members of our cast could go backstage to meet him in his dressing room after his show, which we did. I can't say enough how kind, gracious, warm, friendly, and down-to-earth Liberace was. He even allowed me to see (and touch) his baby grand piano ring because I told him that my mother was a huge fan of his and would always comment about how she loved that ring, whenever she saw him on TV. I only wish there were cell phones back then because I would have loved to capture a picture with Liberace. But alas, I didn't. However, the whole experience will be pictured in my mind and heart forever. He was such a lovely man with a sweet soul.
Thank you so much for sharing that fabulous memory with us! And thanks for watching our show!
What a wonderful experience you had with Lee. Thanks so much for sharing that with us.
@@LiberaceProtege Yes, it was wonderful! And something that I'll remember always. He was such a lovely man. And thank YOU, Steve, for sharing these two interviews. I learned so much. All the best to you! ⭐
Marvelous interviews my darlings. Steve, believe me, "robberies" happen even in poorer families :(.
So true
I am new to your channel. Your first interview with Steve brought me here. Part 2 is excellent, too. Your interview questions and style are top notch. Keep up the great work. Your channel is gonna keep on growing. We should be friends.
Thank you so much for finding our show! I hope you will check out our other great interviews and consider subscribing to our CZcams channel. It would mean the world to me. And yes, I consider all of my viewers to be my dear friends. Welcome to the family!!
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 Subscribed! I am enjoying your other videos.
@StrangeHistoryX thank you so very much from my heart for subscribing. That means the world to me!!
What a wonderful interview with a fascinating and talented guest. Subscribed!
Thank you SO MUCH for subscribing
Thanks Harvey and Steve. A great and interesting part 2. Where are all the comments !?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!. I could listen to Steve all day long. :-)
The interview was just posted 8 hours ago. I’m sure there will be more comments very soon. And I’m delighted that you enjoyed this latest conversation with the wonderful Steve Garey. He’s one of my favorite human beings on this earth!!
Another great interview, Steve!
Glad you enjoyed it.
What a fan
Yes I am a huge Liberace fan and also a Steve Garey fan.
WOW!!! another great informational portal, I learn so much!
Thank you for watching!
Is no one else bothered that not once, but twice, Steve Garey chose not to step up and defend his friend against opportunistic vultures? Most appalling is the first instance where Steve witnessed Lee's boyfriend stealing his money and jewelry and chose not to tell Liberace. He chose avoiding conflict and maintaining his luxe accommodations over being in integrity and being a true friend, even if there were consequences. The stage manager stepped up (and was fired for his honesty) but THAT is what true friendship/loyalty demands. Steve's criticisms of the greed and avarice of Liberace's trusted circle is on point, but as a passive observer choosing to not get involved, Garey is also complicit. We've all had lapses in integrity, especially when we were young, but Garey still appears to think he made the right decisions. He did - not on behalf of his dear friend - but for himself.
That’s rather harsh. Steve was young and very overwhelmed at the time all these things happened. My heart went out to him during this interview. Hindsight is 20/20 vision but I believe we shouldn’t judge people without truly appreciating what they were going through.
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980 I don't disagree. As I said, we've all fallen short of our principles especially when we're young. I don't judge Steve's decision at 22. I did take exception when Steve, now 66, said in this interview, "As it turns out, I was right. I was right." Meaning it was right to not tell Liberace of the thievery and cited the employee George who did tell Liberace the truth and was fired. Clearly staying in Liberace's good graces - even in retrospect - was more important than doing the right thing. If Steve had said something like, "I wish I'd had the bravery to speak the truth back then, whatever the consequences. But I didn't." I would completely empathize. That said, Steve was obviously a loving and dedicated friend - perhaps one of Liberace's best friends - and is a good and caring person to this day. Despite being tweaked by the above issue, please know I've appreciated and enjoyed both interviews.
@paradigmworks8571 thank you for sharing your perspective.
@@harveybrownstoneinterviews8980thank you for speaking up