Pat's Guest Book archive, August, 2004.

I'm so inspired by what You said about keeping in touch with your favorite toy, the guitar. The things You say all make perfect sense to me, and they are a big help on many levels.
joe kniffin <joesahosa (at) yahoo.com>
philadelphia, pa USA - Tuesday, August 31, 2004 at 12:55:09 (EDT)
Hello Pat, Belated Birthday wishes and may you continue to make the planet a better place by your presence for many years to come. Best Regards, Donald MacLeod.
Donald MacLeod
Glasgow,Scotland,, U.K. - Tuesday, August 31, 2004 at 05:30:10 (EDT)
pat, belated happy birthday!!!...from the 3 of us. may you keep doing what you do the best, lighting-up hearts through guitar. we feel extremely blessed to have you a part of our lives. lots of love & light.~kyn
katrina, yama & nobo(the LA trio) <shiawase1030 (at) yahoo.com>
Los Angelse, CA USA - Tuesday, August 31, 2004 at 00:40:45 (EDT)
Happy birthday Pat. You're my favourite guitarplayer, and i've seen and studied a lot. I have a lot of respect for you're playing and you as person. I saw you once playing at the North Sea Jazzfesitval in The Hague, the Netherlands. Keep on playing.
Mark Groot Kormelink
Amsterdam, The Netherlands - Friday, August 27, 2004 at 06:33:48 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat!! I'm a day late as my wife's Birthday falls on 8/25:-) Best Wishes for Happiness!!
John Fink Jr <fink (at) tcnj.edu>
Pennington, NJ USA - Thursday, August 26, 2004 at 18:51:33 (EDT)
Happy Milestone Birthday, Pat!
Wish circumstances allowed me to see you every time you play New York. For now, the many transcendent memories will have to do. Haven't had a lesson with you since the last 'seventies, but you'll always be my Teacher. And you know what? At long last, the lessons are starting to "take"!
Love also from Mom,
Tony
Tony Flood <anarchristian (at) juno.com>
New York, NY USA - Thursday, August 26, 2004 at 16:08:20 (EDT)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAT! Sorry we missed you at zanzabar blue, I hope all is well, Im suffering from MARTINO withdrals %^&* haa. Need to see you soon. Enjoy your birthday and hopefully a few days off. I'll call sometime this week and lord willing give you your birthday present in person. GABRIELLE sends her best to you and AYA , until then, GOD BLESS! BOBBY CORSETTI
BOBBY CORSETTI
USA - Thursday, August 26, 2004 at 00:32:22 (EDT)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAT! THE BEST FOR YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONES A FAN FOREVER
Luis Octavio Cervantes <ocerv (at) yahoo.com>
Toluca, Mexico - Wednesday, August 25, 2004 at 23:26:42 (EDT)
Happy birthday, Pat! My birthday ends in a zero this year too; I'm a decade behind you in terms of age but light years when it comes to playing the guitar. It was great to have you in St. Louis in 2002 after 25-year absence and then again in 2003; we hope that you can visit us again before too long. It seems like fusion was the last widely-accepted trend to catch on in jazz, and here we are 35 years later still waiting for the next direction. I would've thought that if "world music" was the answer, it surely would've taken off by now. As a composer and thoughtful observer, what's your take on the long-term direction of jazz?
Tom Galvin <EADGBE54 (at) aol.com>
Swansea, IL USA - Wednesday, August 25, 2004 at 22:29:03 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat! It's my birthday as well. I met you at your awesome Jazz Alley performance in Seattle a few months ago. You also mentioned to me that Wayne Shorter's birthday was today as well. Thanks for all the beautiful music, come back and visit us soon. God Bless you and keep in good health. Brent
Brent Forbes <forbes23669 (at) yahoo.com>
Piuyallup, WA USA - Wednesday, August 25, 2004 at 13:23:36 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat. I am just back from New Mexico. Remember the Hong Kong kid who couldnt speak in front of you in the restaurant in Connecticut with Barry and James? In the trip i have been thinking about your 4 seasons theory on guitar, and i figure that guitar beyond being a 4x3 and 3x4 instrument, it is also 1x12 2x6 and 6x2 instrument, it is totally based on the intervallic property of guitar. For instance, intervals with augmented 4ths repeat itself every augmented 4th and within the repetition there are 6 different keys. It is just the matter of finding a cyclic interval. Please keep in touch, and may the most beautiful things in life be with you always.
Michael Pao <michaelpao (at) hotmail.com>
Hong Kong, USA - Wednesday, August 25, 2004 at 11:01:21 (EDT)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY - dear mr. pat martino: wish you all the best from heart, i really love your music - wish you, that you get all the love and fascination you gave with your music, returns hundredfold back in your live - only all the best for you and your family !!!
felix hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Wednesday, August 25, 2004 at 10:40:08 (EDT)
Happy Birthday, Pat! Wishing you all the best, may all your moments be rich and full of life! Jeff
Jeff Newell
New Orleans, LA USA - Wednesday, August 25, 2004 at 09:47:29 (EDT)
pat ive seen and heard you many times awlays great!! will you ever have byron landham and joey defrancesco tour with you again. i seen you in hollywood at catalinas thanks again
adam nanouski <adam630 (at) msn.com>
los angeles, ca USA - Tuesday, August 24, 2004 at 00:22:03 (EDT)
Pat, I've been a fan of yours since the early seventies. I recently started playing my guitar again since retiring from the U.S. Army last year. I,m back to using the stone pick they used to advertise that you were using. I think they called it the Min'd pick. Where, if possible can I locate another one? I'm down to the last stone! I hope you are in good health and that you continue to play the music for many more years. Paul
Paul Swartz
USA - Monday, August 23, 2004 at 00:32:56 (EDT)
i saw your show in cambridge.thank you.......it's always a pleasure to hear your music..good luck...i might be able to help your wife with her back problems..it would be my pleasure..bruce
bruce hirsch <dr.bh (at) comcast.net>
newton, ma USA - Sunday, August 22, 2004 at 17:43:17 (EDT)
Mr Martino, I just saw your show friday August 20th, 10:00 pm show. It was the best performance I personally have ever seen on guitar... I have been looking for a new amplifier, and had seen a website with a picture of you playing out of a clarius 1R with two Raezers edge 12 in speakers.. When I saw you this past weekend, and you were playing through that rig, with the Black Martino edition Gibson... I was completely SOLD! Needless to say, I have ordered the Clarius1r, and a 1 12 cab to go with it.. Again,, Thank you for the Beautiful Music.... And can't wait to catch up with seeing you again!
Jim McDonough <jgmcdonough (at) hotmail.com>
Quincy , MA USA - Sunday, August 22, 2004 at 13:13:28 (EDT)
Hi Pat. Sorry it's taken me so long, but we spoke at the World Guitar Congress about me hopefully studying with you someday. It meant a lot that you took the time to speak with whoever wanted to talk, and your clinics and performance were both wonderful and inspiring. Thank you for that. I'd like to discuss things further, if you'd like to email, and hope to meet you again. Until then, thank you for letting us know that there is no separation between music and the rest of our lives.
David L. <dclinabu (at) edisto.cofc.edu>
Winchester, VA USA - Sunday, August 22, 2004 at 00:36:43 (EDT)
Please, YOU ARE MY REFERENCES In MUSIC And IN LIFE, MY IDOLS FROM VARIOUS YEARS And I LIVE LISTENING To YOU Every day DESIRING TO BECOME LIKE YOU. IT'S ONLY THE TRUTH !!! SO PLEASE VISIT SHORTLY MY SITE (VIDEO SECTION) And SAY SOMETHING To ME...... An OBSERVATION, A COUNCIL... An AID! THANKS TO ALL OF YOU FOR MAKING LIFE BETTER! WWW.MARIOPELAGATTI.TK
MARIO PELAGATTI <mario (at) solkawage.com>
USA - Friday, August 20, 2004 at 09:01:02 (EDT)
Pat, I love both yours and Billy Bean's playing, and I was wondering if he was an influence on your playing at all.
Jeff <Jeff29_b (at) yahoo.com>
USA - Wednesday, August 18, 2004 at 19:28:06 (EDT)
hope your euro tour and regatta bar gigs went well... now, when is the group coming back to blues alley in the occupied federal territory? all the best...
john <aiq (at) ureach.com>
USA - Wednesday, August 18, 2004 at 18:38:08 (EDT)
Pat, I am here listening the "The Visit" for the billionth time. "What Are You Doing..." is perfecto. Bobby Rose had the best seat in the house, what a treat. I would be really excited to hear a solo guitar record from you. Throughout the years we have been given excellent tunes like "Passata On Guitar" and "Country Roads". What are the chances of a record like that? By the way you are huge in New Orleans you should get a gig at Snug Harbor. SOLD OUT, NO DOUBT.
David Bivens <davens99 (at) yahoo.com>
New Orleans, LA USA - Tuesday, August 17, 2004 at 17:00:53 (EDT)
hi pat. i can't english well. im korean.guitar player. 20 years old. 2004,4,24 i met you seoul bluenote when you signed my guitar. i hear your music and i learn many thing thank you. i want to see you again. you are best player.
heo min <vivajazz (at) hotmail.com>
seoul, korea - Sunday, August 15, 2004 at 19:44:09 (EDT)
Mr. Martino: In 1989, I heard a Pete Townshend interview, in which he stated you and he hoped to record some music together. Did such a collaboration ever occur? Thanks in advance.
Bill Campbell <grassysounder (at) hotmail.com>
Cape May, NJ USA - Friday, August 13, 2004 at 15:54:25 (EDT)
Hello from Russia! I am very impressed with your music and your guitar playing and you are the one of my favorite guitar players along with Wes Montgomery. I loved El Hombre album but now Think Tank and Live At Yoshi's are my favorites. The more I listen to them the more I love them. Do you have any plans to visit Russia? With warmest regards, Eugene Mironichev
Eugene Mironichev <redfire (at) mail.ru>
Moscow, Russia - Wednesday, August 11, 2004 at 16:56:39 (EDT)
Hi sorry it's me again but Pat: Are you going to come to Uruguay? You are very famous round here, you know that here there's a vey important Jazz Festival in Punta del Este and I'd like you to come
Mauricio <galedut (at) adinet.com.uy>
Dolores, Uruguay - Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at 19:53:00 (EDT)
This web-site is very beautiful. I'd like to know in which record "Blue Bossa" is. Thanx
Mauricio <galedut (at) adinet.com.uy>
Dolores, Uruguay - Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at 19:48:10 (EDT)
Hello from Don Plue. I would like to thank you for your graciousness and attention that you gave to me when I saw you at the Zanzibar. Each time I see you perform it is an event and a lesson in the enduring spirit and amazing virtuosity of an incredibly creative mind. Your rendition of "crescent" was awe inspiring and I fully appreciate all the time you have given me. God bless you and yours. Sincerely, Don Plue
Donald Plue <Patgp17 (at) verizon.net>
USA - Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at 17:33:20 (EDT)
Hi Pat. I was wondering if you have considered playing in Norway again? Great show the last time you played here. Thanks for wonderful and inspiring playing.
Michael <michael_aadal (at) hotmail.com>
kristiansand, norway - Tuesday, August 10, 2004 at 08:56:44 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Saw that you had a few shows at Zanzibar. Hope they went well and I wish I could have been there. Didn't talk to Deb or Dwight about it, but I'm hoping they caught one of the shows. I'm still singing and playing and enjoying your music. All the best, Jeff
Jeff Newell
New Orleans, LA USA - Monday, August 09, 2004 at 12:34:22 (EDT)
Dear Pat: Funny story, I recently typed my own name in on Google just to see what would turn up and I found a posting I made on your guest book in October 1997 when I was 14 and had been playing the guitar 8 months. My Dad had turned me onto your music, which I loved, and you had responded to my comments online, though I don't think I ever realized it. It's interesting that since then the guitar has led me to play at Lincoln Center, study at Berklee for a year with Mick Goodrick, Wayne Krantz and a zillion other great musicians, and shaped my life. It was just amazing to see where the posting I made almost 8 years ago and reflect on where I am today because of the guitar. Thanks so much for your wonderful music, spirit, and dedication.
Grant Gardner <grant858 (at) comcast.net>
New Brunswick, NJ USA - Monday, August 02, 2004 at 21:14:46 (EDT)
Dear Mr. Martino, Thank you for being a guest on my radio program last week. The VOICE ....at the edge of the city. "THE ITLAIAN AMERICAN HOUR" WNWR 1540 AM
The VOICE...at the edge of the city <italam1 (at) yahoo.com>
Hulmeville, Pa USA - Monday, August 02, 2004 at 09:12:54 (EDT)
Hello My name is Ian and I am a jazz student. My primary instrument of study is upright bass, but have always played guitar as well, and plan on continuing through college (I am attending the New School University Jazz and Contemporary Music Program next year in New York). I am a huge fan of your playing and your album Live at Yoshi's is on constant rotation in my cd player. I guess I just wanted to say hi and thanks for being such an incredible player, inspiration, and catalyst for musical hunger and learning. If you ever want to share advice or knowledge about the music world feel free to email me, I am always trying to learn more. Thanks again for making such consistantly wonderful music. Sincerely, Ian Johnson
Ian Johnson <iaj13 (at) yahoo.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Sunday, August 01, 2004 at 19:30:54 (EDT)
Hi Pat: Just to say hello from Toluca Mexico, One of my favorite pleasures on sunday evenings is watching the State of Mexico moutains on a clear day through the window, having a glass of good Chilean Merlot or Cabernet,and listening to Pat Martino records. I'm still working on some lines from the Linear Expressions book, very enjoyable. Although I know that latin American economies make it very difficult for an artist of your stature to tour here ,well, at least we have the recorded music I'm in charge of the jazz Studies program at the State of Mexico conservatory and your music has been a great source of inspiration for over 27 years. I can proudly call a myself a jazz guitarist,a vocation decision that was clearly made after listening to your version of "Impressions" . Thanks for all the great music and wow Think Tank sounds very nice,Keep up the good work as they say Luis Octavio Cervantes
Luis Octavio Cervantes <ocerv (at) yahoo.com>
Toluca, MX Mexico - Sunday, August 01, 2004 at 18:28:31 (EDT)
I AM TRYING TO FIND A CD BY C. GORTH& JUDY KERR,DONE RECENTLY. IT IS BEAUTIFUL BANJO MUSIC. CAN YOU HELP ME
pat <mrsb (at) nb.sympatico.ca>
fredericton, n.b. canada - Sunday, August 01, 2004 at 17:47:36 (EDT)
Hello Pat,Just to say how much I enjoyed seeing and hearing you play at The Hague last month.I will always try to catch at least one of your gigs when you come to Europe.I was happy to be able to talk with you briefly in Cork last year.You are continually a great inspiration. Best Regards. Donald MacLeod.
Donald MacLeod <beagletboo (at) yahoo.co.uk>
Glasgow,Scotland,, U.K. - Sunday, August 01, 2004 at 13:05:41 (EDT)
The July 2004 Guestbook entries have been archived.
Enjoy!
Richard <Webmaster (at) PatMartino.com>
Lambertville, NJ USA Sunday, August 01, 2004 at 09:09:09 (EDT)
Hi Peter, .... 'nice surprize! As always, we send all our love to you and the family ........ Cheers!
Pat Martino
USA - Sunday, August 01, 2004 at 08:38:25 (EDT)
Last night I did a gig with Godzilla and afterward we went out for sushi & I walked through some more walls. I miss those days, almost. Any gigs ? get me gig!
I may have another rec'd session in August. Seriously, would you like to join us? Me?
Business - w/ friends of 'Tranes & others - you haven't played with 'em but know them & their music - No friend just business
any gigs

Best regards from my family, to You & Aya' Paul B., P.Fallo, Richard,

In all seriousness - Love, Peter & gang
PeterOrphanos
Lowell, MASS USA - Sunday, August 01, 2004 at 00:03:36 (EDT)

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