<p>The loss of a mentor is always difficult, and often can hit harder than the loss of a family member. The physical distance as well may have compounded the effect.</p>
<p>May your son take solace in having been taught by a master of his craft.</p>
<p>My condolences to the Ashby family, and to all who knew and loved him. The world will miss his talent. His music and his students are his legacy.</p>