The following is a reprint from my blog A Rubber Door
Growing up in Philadelphia one of my favorite childhood memories is that of my father taking my younger sister and I to Phillies games. The Phillies were great in those days: Steve Carlton pitching, Mike Schmidt and Greg Luzinski hitting, Larry Bowa and Garry Maddox catching. And to top it off the soundtrack was provided by stadium organist Paul Richardson.
I'm certain that Paul Richardson is an integral part of many a Philadelphian's childhood. Never seen, but the experiences wouldn't have been the same without him.
Now when you go to a game, it's pre-recorded songs and special effects, million dollar sound systems and games on the big screen. Just like so many of today's experiences, modern advances haven't improved the experience, just made them modern.
Today Paul Richardson died after a long illness. Just one more time for Paul:
CHARGE!
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