Today, Sir George Shearing is retired from performing in public since falling down a flight of stairs at his a few years ago although he has continued to play for his own amusement. He certainly deserves his retirement after a lifetime of marvelous achievements. As he said in an interview after being knighted: "My mind keeps flashing back on my beginnings as pianist playing in a pub for the equivalent of $5.00 a week. What a journey it has been from that pub to Buckingham Palace. Receiving such an honor as a Knighthood might also show young people what can be achieved in life if one learns his craft and follows his dreams." Wise words from one of the most remarkable musicians who has achieved what he wanted out of the world of music and a true gentleman.