Larry Hoppen, one of the founding members of the band Orleans, passed away on July 24th, 2012.

The cause of death is still under investigation. This audio tribute is courtesy of the syndicated radio show Classic Artists Today. Between 1969 and 1971, his Ithaca, NY- based band, Boffalongo , made two LPs for United Artists. I will [ask] that my family’s privacy be respected during this horrible time.”, Orleans formed in Woodstock in 1972 with Hoppen, guitarist-vocalist John Hall and drummer-keyboardist Wells Kelly; the trio was later joined by Hoppen’s brother Lance (bass) and Jerry Marotta (drums). I know he will be missed.

Larry Hoppen, Soundtrack: The Girl. His mom took him on her nightclub gigs when he was 10! at Ithaca College (1967-69), he left to pursue a career as a musical artist and has never looked back. While Orleans lineup would shift, Larry Hoppen always remained a member.

“For those who don’t already know, Larry passed away yesterday,” the note read.

In October 1972, Hoppen's younger brother Lance joined the group on bass guitar. Correction: This story originally stated that Larry Hoppen co-wrote “Still the One.” While he sang on the hit single, it was in fact written by Orleans’ John Hall and Hall’s then-wife Johanna. Between 1969 and 1971, his Ithaca, NY- based band. His mom took him on her nightclub gigs when he was 10! © Copyright 2020 Rolling Stone, LLC, a subsidiary of Penske Business Media, LLC. Find Larry Hoppen bio, music, credits, awards, & streaming links on AllMusic Want more Rolling Stone?

Publicity Listings Orleans found its core audience touring the clubs and college circuit of the Northeastern United States , crossing paths with other up-and-comers such as Bonnie Raitt , Tom Waits and Hall & Oates . Larry Lewis Hoppen Profile: American vocalist, guitarist, trumpeter, songwriter, producer and recording artist, born 12 January 1951, died by suicide 24 July 2012. Hoppen also released two solo albums, HandMade and Looking for the Light, which was the flagship fundraising vehicle for his nonprofit Sunshine for HIV Kids, according to another post on his Facebook page.

Larry Hoppen, one of the founding members of the band.

Larry Lewis Hoppen (January 12, 1951 – July 24, 2012) was a co-founder, vocalist and guitarist/keyboardist of the pop-rock group Orleans.
Beth Schafer, Spiritual Leader, Temple Shir Shalom, Oviedo, FL. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Smith Hoppen and his daughters, Claire and Maeve, as well as his brothers, Lance and Lane and his sister, Lynda. Performance & security by Cloudflare, Please complete the security check to access.

From a musical family, Larry is equally at home on keyboards or guitar and is …

He had no idea how much he was and is still loved, and I am feeling very loved as well. A contribution there would honor his memory.

From a musical family, Larry is equally at home on keyboards or guitar and is fluent on bass, melodica and trumpet.
He was the only member of Orleans who, in the 40 years of the band’s existence never missed a single show! Tens of millions know Larry's uplifting tenor from the hits "Still the One", "Dance with Me" and "Love Takes Time", among others. Tens of millions know Larry's uplifting tenor from the hits "Still the One", "Dance with Me" and "Love Takes Time", among others.

His passion was helping the disadvantaged. Briefly trying Music Ed. Your IP: 103.227.176.20 Larry Hoppen is the co-founder of the classic American band Orleans.