Mr. Ruppert Phillip a member of Desperadoes since 1962 has passed on.
Rupert, was a percussionist who was the only one that performed at all 50 Panorama Preliminaries and 45 of the 49 Panorama Finals.
He was formerly a member of Serenaders, but was recruited by the late Mr. Rudolph Charles in 1962. Mr. Rupert Phillip was also the brother of Mr. Elias "Pjue" Phillip one of Desperadoes noted Double Second Pannist.
I enjoyed Rupert's work especially on Desperadoes' 1966 Double LP.
My personal condolences to the family of Mr. Rupert Phillip. (RIP)