Guest Book Archive, February 2002

Pat's Guest Book archive, February, 2002.

Pat I miss you, I waited with baited breath watching the "Grammy`s", so proud of you. I`m recovered after heart by-pass surgery. How are you and your wife?, sure would like to see you again. Check out my web page above and find out who my favorite Guitarist is. Pat, Sign my guestbook or e-mail me to let me know you received this message. Pat, I love you and cousin Joe like my own family You`re always my favorite musician. Regards and hope to hear from you, your pal, Sonny Troy
Sonny Troy <sonnyt (at) hotmail.com>
Maple Shade, NJ USA - Thursday, February 28, 2002 at 11:19:43 (EST)

Hi Pat, I saw you on your opening night at the jazz showcase. It was of course awe-inspiring and jaw dropping. Thank you for the pick!
Marco Villarreal <Marco2273 (at) cs.com>
Hobart, In USA - Thursday, February 28, 2002 at 02:58:34 (EST)

Pat, Thanks for sharing a moment with me prior to your smoking, scorching, ripping set Sunday night. I never know quite what to say to a celebrity... you've already heard so many times... I guess in a sort of way it doesn't matter if they give you a Grammy. By that I mean: those of us who have followed you all these years, from your chill-up-the-spine work on "Exit," the solos on "We'll Be Together Again," the astonishing set I heard at Santa Cruz in '97, the solos on "Live," "Joyous Lake," the amazing solo break on "On the Stairs," the incredible short solo on "The Goose is Loose" (!) etc etc -- your contributions to jazz guitar in my ears are without equal. We are all really lucky that you made your comeback!
Mike Archbold <jazzbox (at) w-link.net>
Mountlake Terrace, WA - Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at 01:18:53 (EST)

Where can I get "Joyous Lake" on CD?
STI123 <RandR (at) pdq.net>
Houston, TX - Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 03:30:43 (EST)

Pat, Was at both shows last night (your final night at Jazz Alley, Sun. 2/24), as well as the guitar clinic on Saturday. You keep raising the bar for all of us, and obviously for yourself. Incredible, astounding music, even better than last time you were at the Alley, I thought. I got to meet you, a wonderful moment for a fan of over thirty years, and a player for nearly forty now. As I mentioned to you at the bar, your chromatic octave displacement information form the clinic was a revelation to me, and two days later, all sorts of things are unfolding as a result of it. Thanks. Another wonderful result of this trip was that I was able to turn on four or five of my own students to you--they came down, saw the trio, and were completely blown away, despite the fact that I honestly tried to prepare them for the brilliance they were about to witness. I've been getting phonecalls and emails all morning from these folks, stuttering and sputtering, about the shows, your playing, Joey's and Byron's playing, the interactions, etc. Best of luck in the Grammy nominations. You've had my vote ever since I first heard "El Hombre". See you next trip!
Bob Papasian <bobpap (at) microsoft.com>
Bellevue, Wa USA - Monday, February 25, 2002 at 12:28:40 (EST)

Thankyou Pat for your elegant and masterful guitar playing. I am truley inspired by your "feel" for rhythm,(i.e.,"Live at Yoshi's)and the depth of dynamics and harmonic vocabulary on your lead work! More Live albums,please!
Greg Inman <Grego (at) hbci.com>
Winona, MN USA - Monday, February 25, 2002 at 10:23:41 (EST)

Pat, best of luck to you on Grammy night, I'll be rooting hard for you and so will the rest of the gang at Nick's Roast Beef.
Ed English <einglese (at) aol.com>
Drexel Hill, Pa. Delaware - Sunday, February 24, 2002 at 18:41:20 (EST)

Hi Pat..I'm sorry I missed you when you were at the Iridium the last time, but I did enjoy our telephone conversation . I thankyou so much for your warm comments regarding my new cd..Hopefully the next time you're in NY we can get together.....Dom Minasi
Dom Minasi <cdm611 (at) nyc.rr.com>
NYC, NYC USA - Saturday, February 23, 2002 at 13:03:26 (EST)

Pat, I'm a transplanted Philly guitarist, studied at Sandole Studios, then with Sonny Troy (and with you, via your recordings!) Just wanted to say that you are a long-time influence on my playing, and always love listening to you. Any plans to visit San Diego?
Bill Tubis <btubis (at) legalarts.com>
San Diego, CA USA - Friday, February 22, 2002 at 16:11:23 (EST)

Pat - I really love your "Live at Yoshi's album". Very refreshing - I am a newer listener of yours and appreciate this effort. Joey D is killer on this as well.
david <davidvliet (at) yahoo.com>
orlando, FL - Friday, February 22, 2002 at 13:25:36 (EST)

Dear Pat: I caught your opening set at Jazz Alley in Seattle last night with a buddy of mine who has played jazz guitar over the years and absolutely worships you! Well, despite the fact it was your opening set (getting warmed up) and that the sound guy was not doing your organist any favors, I was blown away by you! I've heard several recordings you've done over the years, and believe me, I dig "The Velvet Hammer," too, but seeing you walk up on stage, you looked so together and you stood up with your guitar the whole set (I liked that approach!) and listening to your rhythm and solo prowess....I'm floored by you. I really dug "Twisted Blues" but frankly I liked the entire set song list -- "Oleo" was the perfect capper in a way as I could tell you were building into your intensity and flow...wish I didn't have to catch a ferry home last night because I bet you all burned on the second set....I know my guitarist friend (who has seen you several times) will be back; maybe tonight.... Anynow, I know a little of the amazing story of your comeback in the jazz world, and wanted to say you're a true class act and more than a survivor; you're a jazz hero! Warm regards, Peter Hurme
Peter Hurme <phurme (at) marinedigest.com>
Seattle, WA 98144 - Friday, February 22, 2002 at 11:54:45 (EST)

All i would like to say is that , Pat , you have been more than inspiration to me , you have been a life saver practially, as a studier of Buddist philosophy Taoism, and the I Ching, i feel as if i have no friends, my studys have been frowned upon and laughed at by my so called friends, and even by my father who has inspired me to read about such philosophies, but has not truly followed through with understanding them because of fear, I though, a person who playes gutar( trying to learn Jazz ) have been torchered by the sorrows and sufferings of the world turn to pat martinos souldful Jazz for inpiration and style , I hope pat will one day see this.
Drew Hakim ,17 <turntecc3 (at) home.com>
Laguna Beach, CA USA - Monday, February 18, 2002 at 16:53:35 (EST)

Are you teaching these days?If so,could you let me know?Many thanks.Live at Yoshi's is just incredible!Peace,Dave
David Stoltz <davidstoltz (at) msn.com>
West Hartford, ct USA - Monday, February 18, 2002 at 02:41:24 (EST)

hi!even though i never meet you yet but for me ur one of the best jazz guitarist ive'ever heard!in my dream that one day ill be your one of your student!
Sergio Divina <jeritd (at) hotmail.com>
manila, Philippines - Sunday, February 17, 2002 at 19:51:40 (EST)

Pat, I just want to let you know that your version of "SONNY" off of Pat Martino Live! is by far my favorite song!! Please play in Providence R.I. or close by in the future. I'll be in the front row. Thanks.
Steven O'Brien <sobrien (at) provlib.org>
e. greenwich, ri - Friday, February 15, 2002 at 16:50:53 (EST)

Pat, you should play in Cleveland. I don't get around much (anymore), and Cleveland is the closest place to me. I talked to a student of yours, Scott D, what a great person and player! Take care J. Raz
John Rasile <rasilejprjr (at) aol.com>
Allaince, Oh USA - Friday, February 15, 2002 at 10:55:16 (EST)

Pat-I'm really looking forward to seeing you when you come to Jazz Alley. If you bring some Seven Sketches CD's along I will buy one for sure. If you have a moment go to my website and check out my company's ultra-protective and convenient gig bags. Take care, see you soon! Jory Kahn
Jory Kahn <sales (at) guitarbackpack.com>
Seattle, WA 98109 - Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at 18:34:08 (EST)

Pat, I'm scheduled to have a lesson with you on 2/18 and I'm excited as heck and very grateful for the opportunity. You are truly an inspriration for those of us in the music community as well as the entire human race. C U soon, Tich
Alan Tichman <atichman (at) yahoo.com>
Plainview, NY USA - Tuesday, February 12, 2002 at 14:05:25 (EST)

PAT...CONGRATULATIONS ON GRAMMY NOMINATIONS...HOPE TO BE ABLE TO COME UP AND SEE YOU IN K.C....GOD BLESS...BOB
BOB BOHINC <JAZZBO131 (at) AOL.COM>
BRANSON, MO USA - Monday, February 11, 2002 at 21:59:58 (EST)

Hi Pat! hope you are feeling fine....took some photo's at iridium.....that is a hard place to do photo's without flash......looking forward to seeing you in june.....PEACE................Russra
Russell Stringham <russra (at) optonline.net>
east meadow, new york united states - Sunday, February 10, 2002 at 11:35:47 (EST)

Pat,I just want to let you know that I left a message for Dicket Betts,sending him your regards as you had requested.I did it the next day after I saw you in West Hartford. He called me last night from out of town,so he had not heard the message,but I told him and he was so pleased and he asked me to give you his best and that he enjoyed meeting up with you as well.I love being in the middle of all this because you are 2 guitar players and musicians that have affected my life so positively and deeply.Enjoy your travels!Peace,Dave
David Stoltz <davidstoltz (at) msn.com>
West Hartford, Ct. USA - Friday, February 08, 2002 at 23:33:33 (EST)

What can I say.There is none better.I was just wondering if you have any recordings of patterns that I heard while I was playing in Japan.Thats the first time i ever heard your work.My lifes never been the same since.Many Thanks Clay
clay jones <claydjones (at) yahoo.com>
charlotte, nc usa - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 14:52:36 (EST)

Clarification: The "quasi-smooth-jazz" station doesn't play you as I recall -- the Bellevue station is another station.
Mike Archbold
- Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 12:47:45 (EST)

Pat, I finally heard you on FM radio in Seattle!!! While this may seem a trifle, for some reason I have can't recall any airplay here. One of the stations seems to have given themselves over to quasi-smooth-jazz (nothing to disrupt the nerves in other words). The Bellevue College station played "Outrider" this morning and did a ticket giveaway. Anyway, looking forward to your Seattle shows; you damn near blew the roof off the place last time. It was so enthusiastic it reminded me of the energy at a Husky football game!
Mike Archbold <jazzbox (at) w-link.net>
Mountlake Terrace, WA USA - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 12:45:56 (EST)

hey pat, dont know if you actually read these.. but any chance of playin in barcelona soon? I see you're in italy in the summer... any chance of a quick pop across to españa, I know a lot of people here would love to see you play, saw louis stewart last year, a gig from yourself would complete it for us man. Dave :)
Dave Wilkinson <slotter1 (at) hotmail.com>
barcelona, spain - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 07:21:07 (EST)

hello! Pat I'm interested in jazz music.I'm Jazz guitar learner.You're guitar technique is very wonderful and nice harmony.It's my inspiration.Hope you create a new exotic project. i will visit your website next times!
Pleng <Pleng (at) yahoo.com>
ChiangMai, Thailand - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 04:15:02 (EST)

Azarra, I couldn't get you by phone. Wanted to wish you joy over the Grammy nominations. You know that you and yours are always welcome to come visit us in New Mexico. (Why not play the TAOS Jazz festival or Solarfest if either one can coincide with your schedule?) P.S. Did you ever get together with Chick? or Peter T? -Glenn
Glenn Harvitz <AbiquiuMus (at) aol.com>
Abiquiu, NM USA - Wednesday, February 06, 2002 at 21:23:32 (EST)

good everythings
Pleng <Plengp (at) yahoo.com>
ChiangMai, Thailand - Tuesday, February 05, 2002 at 23:06:11 (EST)

The January 2002 guestbook has been archived. Enjoy!
Richard <Webmaster (at) PatMartino.com>
Lambertville, NJ - Tuesday, February 05, 2002 at 23:05:17 (EST)

i've recently been turned on to your music and concepts of harmony and get enough. i was planning on moving to philadelphia in the fall of 2002 and want to attend the u. of the arts. is it possible to get private lessons from you before and during my tenure at the school? if so i would like to meet you soon, i will be making a trip to philly in march, hopefully and maybe we could get together, also you put on a phenomenal performance at university of north florida in december! hope to hear from you soon. thanks. frank elkins
frank elkins <elkinsdh (at) aol.com>
jacksonville, fl usa - Tuesday, February 05, 2002 at 20:55:56 (EST)

Dear Pat, Thank you and Jim for your performance at the Juvenile Diabetes benefit. What you said about music being a healing force made my wife and I think about our daughter who is in her fourth year of college, studying Music Therapy. She has a gift in reaching young children through music. We are uplifted as a result of this special evening. Thank you, Phillip and Carol.
Phillip Palonen <u14925 (at) snet.net>
Canterbury, CT USA - Tuesday, February 05, 2002 at 12:09:01 (EST)

Hi Pat, I'm an aspiriring jazz guitarist from around Philly. I'm only sixteen and I've only been playing for a few years but I listen to you and Wes Montgomery all the time and I just can't get over how GOOD you are!! I play in my high school's jazz band and I'm trying to figure out how to solo as ridiculously good as you do. I haven't seen you live (you have to be over 18, or maybe 21, to get into the Tin Angel), so please play at an all-ages venue soon!! Thanks for inspiring me.
Samantha Rothaus <gustergirl31 (at) hotmail.com>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Sunday, February 03, 2002 at 16:57:02 (EST)

Pat,I just want to thank you and tell your readers what a great concert you and Jim put on for the Juvenile Diabetes Benefit. You played longer than expected and left us all with so much.Needless to say that as soon as we got home,I started practicing! It was great to talk with you,too.You are a generous spirit and an inspiring soul.With all of the immense technique and knowledge you have,you still put heart and soul first because you have so much to say and share with your listeners.....that is pretty amazing and not a given with all virtuosos.Many thanks for an unforgetable experience.We'll see you around.Peace,Dave
David Stoltz <davidstoltz (at) msn.com>
West Hartford, Ct USA - Sunday, February 03, 2002 at 02:28:25 (EST)

Pat, I had the great fortune of catching your last set at Iridium last Saturday. I was a fan before that set, but I would like to say you truly inspired me that night. The interplay and your generous leadership let the entire trio get in the zone. I don't know if you could feel the audience move on the journey. It must be great playing with such fluid players. I can't say enough about the interplay. You all knocked me out. The groove on "Sunny" was joyous. I look forward to seeing you again.
Ben Randazzo <taurean3056 (at) aol.com>
Brick, NJ USA - Friday, February 01, 2002 at 16:28:45 (EST)

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