Celine Dion Honors Quincy Jones: ‘His Reach Truly Extends to All Corners of the Globe’

Celine Dion has paid tribute to iconic producer/arranger/composer and bandleader Quincy Jones, following his death Sunday at age 91.

Quincy Jones, Grammy-Winning Producer Behind Michael Jackson’s Biggest Hits, Dies at 91.

“I am heartbroken to learn of the passing of my friend, the one and only musical genius, Quincy Jones,” Dion wrote on her official social media accounts. “Quincy touched my world as both a cherished mentor and as also as someone I looked up to for his deep impact on virtually every form of American music.

I was privileged to work with Quincy, it was a dream come true. In our sessions, his musical intuition was nothing short of profound – he helped me capture “a little piece of heaven.” Quincy always knew exactly what each song needed.

“In addition to his kindness and countless achievements, I also admired him for his philanthropic work which benefited the arts, global famine and underprivileged youth. His reach truly extends to all corners of the globe! Quincy once said, ‘Music is the soul of the universe.

It connects us all on a level that words alone cannot reach. ‘May his wisdom and joy remain with us always. – Celine xx…”