Brian HART

Dear Alison,

I am the Assistant Personnel Manager at the LPO, and worked closely with Brian in our tight-knit "on-the-road" team. Brian (or Brioche, as was my silly nickname for him) was such a lovely man, and he very quickly established himself here as a respected and highly valued member of the team. We had such a good time with him at work, particularly when we were on tour, and he always knew how to cheer people up whenever anybody was feeling tired or stressed, with a cheeky smile and a joke. We both loved dogs, and he always enjoyed telling me about his beloved dog and showing me pictures of her on his phone. His Irish accent was infectious and we always laughed at my terrible attempts to impersonate him! He is so greatly missed by all of us here, and he will never be forgotten.

All of my thoughts and deepest condolences are with you and Brian's family, and please do let us know if there is anything at all which we can do to help you in any small way x

I'd worked with Brian at the LPO and am in a state of shock. He will be missed, my thoughts are with his family during this difficult time.

Dear Alison, family and friends.
My sincere condolences.
Although Brian was relatively new to the orchestra,he very quickly became a much loved character. His lovely smile,relaxed warm nature and willingness to help beyond his call of duty will be sorely missed. may you RIP Brian

(LPO Extra Violinist)

Dear Alison and Brian's family.

Brian was such a lovely fella. I can't begin to imagine your loss.

I only saw a tiny fraction of the man and that was enough to know what a jem he was.

I will miss his humour, professionalism, company in the pub and cheeky smile.

He will live on in my mind and heart forever.

Alison, Anna, Marie & family,

Here in Donegal we were all so shocked and saddened to hear of Brian's passing. He was a true gent, always smiling, always helpful, bringing many a parcel to and from Dublin on our behalf. He will be sorely missed. And to my big brother Shay, a big thank you for having Brian as your best friend and bringing him into our family, our lives are all the better for knowing him. RIP Brian.

Dear Alison

The thoughts and sincere condolences of everyone at the Henry Wood Hall are with you at this sad time.

On behalf of the members of the LPO, its Administration & Management team

The news of Brian's untimely death has left us all in a state of shock and great sadness.
There is a palpable sense of disbelief around the London Philharmonic that this tragedy has happened.
Although Brian had only been with us for a relatively short period of time we had quickly come to know him as a warm hearted and generous colleague.
Nothing was ever too much trouble for him and I know how challenging some of us musicians can be!
Despite many long hours behind the wheel of the LPO van Brian always had a cheery "good morning" in his infectious Irish accent.

Brian's popularity was wide spread around the London orchestral scene and I know he will be especially missed by the community that is London's orchestral and stage management.
Brian had done many years of driving for the London Symphony Orchestra prior to taking up the position of Transport Manager with the LPO.
I received a heartfelt email on Monday from Lennie Mackenzie, chairman of the LSO, telling also of the shock and sadness amongst their members on hearing of Brian's passing.

It is with regret that more of us cannot be with you at the Funeral but we will be there in the spirit that is the family of the London Philharmonic and the wider London orchestral scene.

Our deepest condolences go out to Alison and the family.

Stewart McIlwham, President and Principal Piccolo, London Philharmonic Orchestra.

Dear Alison

Very sad news. Our thoughts and sympathy are with you and your family.

All our love, Verona and Peter

Hi Alison, I only just heard the news of Brian's passing. I am very sorry for your loss. Brian was a brilliant guy! We will always have fond memories of him driving our old band Future Kings Of Spain around. Always a calming influence on us. Our sincerest condolences.

To Alison and all Brian's family and friends. I am so sad to hear the dreadful news about Brian, and send you all my love for the difficult times ahead. I knew Brian from LPO and LSO and he was always so cheeky and cheerful - we had some really good laughs. I shall miss him very much. Love to you all from Sue x

A very sad time, we have lost a good friend. Thank full for so many happy memories... RIP mate x

Such sad and shocking news. Brian was growing into the LPO family so well and I loved his company, his jokes and his extraordinary efforts to find the best home for my contra! He will be sorely missed. We'll all miss that smiley face and witty sense of humour. RIP Brian.

Although Brian only joined the LPO last summer it soon felt as if he had been with us for years. Always smiling, eyes twinkling, he effortlessly combined humour and gentleness with great professionalism. It was lovely to have him around and this is a terrible loss. My thoughts are with Alison and his family and friends.

Dear Alison,

I work with the LPO education and community team and was just getting to know Brian. Quite simply he was a lovely man always happy to help and share a moment amidst the hectic orchestra schedule. He will be greatly missed.

Dear Alison,
My Deepest sympathy for your loss.
Lee x

I'm so sorry to hear of Brian's sudden passing on Saturday. It was only the day before that we were chatting and I can't believe that was to be the last time I saw him. I didn't know Brian for long, just since he joined the LPO last year, but he was always good to have around on tour with a laugh, a smile and some good natured banter. We will miss him greatly here, and I extend my deepest sympathies to Alison and all of his family.

With sincerest condolences. Always warm, smiling and helpful. Nothing was ever too much trouble.All of us in the music 'world' will miss you greatly.

Dear Alison, I was so sad to hear of Brian's passing. I wish you strength and courage as this very difficult time. My sincerest condolences.

To Alison and all Brian's family and friends. I am so sorry for your loss. I play in the LSO and when I think of Brian I think of fun and laughter and good times on tour. He will be sorely missed by us all. Sharon x

Tragic loss. A warm soul. He will be missed. Sincere condolences to his family and all who knew him. A friend from the past...

Alison, I am a freelance musician who also holds a truck licence and have known Brian in both capacities for the last few years, firstly working with the LSO and more recently since he joined the LPO. I liked him very much. He was always happy to chat, often over a beer on tour and had a cheeky sense of humour which is so essential for working in this industry. He will be sorely missed by many people. Family, friends and work colleagues alike and I would certainly add my name to that long list.
My thoughts are with you.
Jez.

So sorry to hear Brian has passed, having known and worked with Brian while gigging during the 80's, I have fond memories of having a good old laugh many a time with Brian while "on the road". RIP

I have always admired Brian's kind and warm personality, as well as his professional commitment to the LSO. My thoughts are with Alison and his family during this difficult time.

Dear Alison we cant quite believe whats happened. Our thoughts are with you and the family and I hope you will find strength and courage through the memories you have of Brian and with all the wonderful tributes peole have paid him.

Dear Alison,

I am the Personnel Manager of the LPO. Please accept my sincere condolences. Although Brian hadn't worked for the LPO for very long he had quickly become a well liked and highly valued part of the on the road team that works for the orchestra; we will miss him very much. He was kind hearted, generous and extremely good company; we enjoyed many a long chat about football especially his beloved Liverpool! The abiding memory of Brian will be of someone who was always able to make the people around him happy, no matter what the situation there was always a smile close at hand.

What a great and fun guy ! Brian joined us only last June but quickly became a very important part of LPO , not only transporting our instruments with great respect - he always was there when the musicians arrived with his very personal smile, ready to help and always up for some mischievous. Brian also looked after my little dog when I brought him to a rehearsal and since then always asked after him, with his Irish accent I never quite understood first time round. So glad we met! My deepest sympathy to Alison, family and friends!

Brian was a wonderful man and will be hugely missed. Our thoughts are with all his family.

I'm a musician in the LSO and knew Brian through his work with us. He was such a gentle, caring and funny man with a wonderful, twinkly sense of humour. Professionally, nothing was ever too much trouble when it came to looking after us and our instruments. He was simply a lovely man to be around and will be sadly missed by us all. My sincere condolences to all his family and friends.

Christine

I can't quite believe it my friend. I will always remember our stroll around the Eiffel Tower at night just before Christmas...thank you for keeping me safe on the dark roads last year...and for making me smile constantly...I shall be raising a Jack Daniels to you...Peace and love x

Brian was such a genuinely lovely person. He was so kind, and always had a twinkle about him! LSO touring won't be the same. Sad day indeed...thoughts with his family and Alison.

Claire

I am a cellist in the LSO. I was widowed 12 years ago. Someone said to me then it is always the special ones who go first. Brian was a special one.
Wishing you courage, Alison.
Jennie Brown

I send my deepest sorrow to Brian's family.....He was a true gent and always made time for a chat with any of the orchestra......so sorry you have left us Brian....may God be with you.....Rod and family.

I am a violinist and also Chairman of the London Symphony Orchestra. Brian was a regular driver of our van at home and abroad over many years. He had a heart of gold and would always go out of his way to be obliging and helpful to us musicians. Nothing was too much trouble. He was such a lovely, bubbly and friendly man, endowed with a sense of humour which was both irresistible and appealing. We in the LSO send our deepest sympathy and please know we are all thinking of you Alison and Brian’s family at this time.

I have only known Brian for six months and I am very appreciative of the opportunities and doors he opened for me. Such a kind kind heart, I will miss his guidance on life's path. Thank you Brian. Our thoughts are with Alison, family and friends at this difficult time. Nik and Aki

Alison, we are so sorry to hear of Brian's death. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Marie & Barry

Such tragic news that is hard to come to terms with.
Thoughts are with all his family and his extended family in the music world.

A true gentle man.

I'm a musician with the LSO and Brian was always a fantastic person to have looking after us on tour. He was always happy to help and did his job while making us smile.
Thinking of all his close family and friends.
Heather

Alison our thoughts are with you at this very sad time . Emily & Courtney

With our deepest sympathy . Our thoughts are with you Alison at this very sad time . Susan & Andy

Brian has been a true friend and a loyal work colleague for many years. His relaxed approach to life and sense of mischief will remain with us forever. He will be missed by many but leaves us with precious memories. I know that over the next months many people will share their stories of Brian, which will help everyone come to terms with this loss. Touring will never be the same again.
Our thoughts are with Alison and family at this time.
All our love, Alan and Iryna

Sincere Sympathy on your loss,
Vera & Harold

Alison Sincere Sympathy on your loss ,
Thinking of you,
Declan & Enda