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Pat's Guest Book archive, July, 1998.

Hi Pat, It's Jim, the Warr Guitar player who went to school with Jim Ridl loves sushi. I almost have my CD done and will send you a copy. Say hi to Gino for me, and congrats on your nuptials.
JIM WRIGHT <mrjwright (at) earthlink.net>
L.A., CA USA - Friday, July 31, 1998 at 14:53:23 (EDT)

HI Pat, I'M A GUITAR PLAYER WHO SIMPLY ENJOYS LISTENING TO ANY OTHER PLAYERS, AND YOU ARE ONE OF THE GREATEST. I AM A PERSONAL FRIEND OF GEORGE BENSON AND HE HAS NOTHING BUT THE HIGEST RESPECT AND REGARD FOR YOU. ANY CHANCE OF VISITING AUSTRALIA IN THE NEAR FUTURE? THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE GUITAR WORLD, REGARDS IVOR
IVOR GILHOOLY <GILHOOLY (at) bigpond.com>
SYDNEY, NSW AUSTRALIA - Friday, July 31, 1998 at 10:15:01 (EDT)

The first thing to do is to thank each and every one of you for the stimulation you've always taken the time out to provide to me. Your compliments as well as your complaints tell me that you care to offer your opinions and that in itself is extremely rewarding for any artist in any field. As much as I would love to spend some extended time for each of your interests, at the moment it's impossible; since I'm overloaded with priority. Although, there is one entry that I personally find necessary to respond to; if only to clarify its meaning. Dear Mr. or Mrs. LaGosh?.., The Nature of Guitar is not based upon any Philosophy; (most of all from the I Ching itself) but upon 6 Strings and every possible combination of those strings; which can be see n in the graphic display of 6 seperate lines. I do hope someday that I might have the chance to cross paths and take the time out to personally thank you for your kind comments; which are quite stimulating; unfortunately in a very negative way.
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, July 30, 1998 at 15:24:26 (EDT)

Pat, have loved your work since a great teacher named Ed Finney gave me a copy of El Hombre. Saw show at the Iridium a couple of years ago and especially enjoyed the tune "On The Stairs". Any chance of doing another organ trio record? Thanks for the great moments. PEACE.
Joe Restivo <restij90 (at) bigplanet.com>
Memphis , TN USA - Tuesday, July 28, 1998 at 20:38:11 (EDT)

With all the proper respect due great masters of an art, I have questions with the "nature of guitar" material on this site: Hexagrams-so I can find the I-ching hexagram for happiness in a G-chord, who cares?, how does this help me? Guitar/Piano comparison: These two paragraphs are so riddled with contradictions they are meaningless.
T. LaGosh <ttl96001 (at) uconnvm.uconn.edu>
manchester, ct USA - Tuesday, July 28, 1998 at 03:11:58 (EDT)

Just watched one of your videos. Sure gave me some new goals. Taking lessons from Michael Hullihan in Painesville OH. Also enjoy listening to Tony Janflone from Pitts. Both very excellent players. Heard Tony on Gene Ludwigs new cd - back on the track. Take care and God bless you.
Jay K. Brindo <JBrindo (at) aol.com>
Chardon, OH USA - Monday, July 27, 1998 at 21:23:17 (EDT)

Nobody's mentioned Grease 'n Graavy with Willis Jackson. That was a while ago...talk about blue. I live about 50 miles northwest of Philly and wanted to inquire about whether you were teaching and details about that.
Craig Schollenberger <cschol (at) enter.net>
Reading, PA USA - Sunday, July 26, 1998 at 16:17:21 (EDT)

Hello Pat,I can never play a note in guitar without paying tribute to you and all the masters before you. Thank you for the inspiration and good vibrations.
Bong <omni (at) vasia.com>
Manila, Philippines - Saturday, July 25, 1998 at 11:08:54 (EDT)

Love to see the Warners lp reissued on CD!!! Any chance of that happening ????
Peter Mengaziol <pmengaziol (at) bear.com>
NY, NY USA - Thursday, July 23, 1998 at 09:20:27 (EDT)

Sr. Martino, You are a huge influence to me, as well as guitar players around the world (I'm sure you've heard this one before). I play in a group with James Genus' cousin, Corey and I can't wait until you play in LA (hopefully with James). Thank you f or all of the inspiration!
Mark-Christopher Hamrock <MHamrock (at) aol.com>
Costa Mesa, Ca USA - Wednesday, July 22, 1998 at 21:53:07 (EDT)

Dear Pat Martino; With the release of STONE BLUE, I am once again astonished-I must confess that I covet all of your works and that I'm very grateful to the current reissues on cd. Every one of your performances is an EVENT- a moment of genius captured in sound. FIREDANCE is a testimonial to those who "think" they have heard it all- you never cease to amaze. Many times I have watched the "Live at Ethels" video in awe. I cannot agree with any email here that contains complaint or detraction, because I hear each note, each phrase of your BRILLIANT improvisation as a jewel, a precious sonic stone-- the likes of which that sends those of us who play the guitar back again for further study, to rethink what we presumed we already knew. Please continue the great music--it is a G odsend in an otherwise bleak and sterile world. I wish you and yours all the best of everything for years to come. Thank you.
Don Plue
FL USA - Wednesday, July 22, 1998 at 21:30:47 (EDT)

Thanks for your inspiring music & soloing. I am forward to get your new CD as soon it become available at Caracas records store. When will your songbooks become available again? Best regards
Jorge Barnet <jbarnet (at) net-land.com>
Caracas, Venezuela - Tuesday, July 21, 1998 at 10:55:02 (EDT)

I'm a guitarist and a great fan of PM. There's nothing I can say but suggest all you people to listen to His great music !
kiko ciatto <c.ciatto (at) giustizia.it>
Italy - Monday, July 20, 1998 at 14:03:31 (EDT)

Just wondering why Mark Leonard wasn't on the Stone Blue Cd yet everyone else from the original Joyous Lake Session was. Thanks
T <oneillt (at) sonoma.edu>
CA USA - Monday, July 20, 1998 at 13:27:57 (EDT)

Thanks from KUNV jazz radio in Las Vegas for all the great sounds new and re-issued. Can you help me contact Delmar Brown? I haven't seen him since our days together in a band called Antelope Freeway. (A LONG time ago...)
Brian Sanders <fqjnflv (at) aol.com>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Saturday, July 18, 1998 at 19:29:20 (EDT)

Thanks for enriching my musical life for the last 20 years.
Scott Sandel <100045,1273 (at) compuserve>
Gunzwil, Switzerland - Saturday, July 18, 1998 at 15:58:01 (EDT)

Pat,you are truly one of the greatest guitarists to ever play a guitar. I first became aware of you with Joyous Lake and Starbright in the 70's when I was in my middle teens. I was just discovering jazz through fusion at the time and I immediately fell in love with your style and ability. I have purchased just about everything on CD that I could find since then.I love all of the new stuff you have put out in the 90's as well as your old recordings.Unfortunately I still have not been able to find those first two recordings on CD that originally turned me on to you. For now I am glad that I still have a turntable! We would love to see you in Portland Oregon some time. Thanks for everything.
Matt Carney <carney (at) web-ster.com>
Canby, OR USA - Saturday, July 18, 1998 at 13:30:52 (EDT)

Dear Mr. Martino, I was first introduced to your music in the mid-70s, and have enjoyed it ever since. Its great to hear you are back. I have been looking for a copy of Joyous Lake for years now but without success. Has it been reissued, or are there any plans to reissu e it on CD? Thanks Les Chow
Leslie Chow <les_chow (at) usgs.gov>
El Portal, CA USA - Friday, July 17, 1998 at 13:20:11 (EDT)

Two of my alltime favourite albums are "Exit" and "Joyous Lake", yet I can't seem to find copies of them in CD format anywhere. Any suggestions for me on where I might find copies would be appreciated
Bruce MacKenzie <bmackenz (at) cbnet.ns.ca>
NS Canada - Thursday, July 16, 1998 at 23:57:02 (EDT)

Congratulations on Stone Blue's release -- just listened to the first three tracks, and had to pause to send you my regards. This summer's touring must keep you busy; hope that you and Ayako are well. Dinner is my treat next time we meet. Take care until then.
Melanie Trumbull <none>
Norristown, PA USA - Thursday, July 16, 1998 at 18:43:47 (EDT)

aloha Pat i love the new stone blue c.d. everybody's playing is great, extra stars to james & kenwood's great groove .tell blue note to give them extra cookies at christmas. hope warner brothers releases the first joyous lake someday! it was everything fusion could be. peace jerry
jerry byers
lahina, hi USA - Thursday, July 16, 1998 at 03:30:51 (EDT)

WOULD IT BE POSSIBLE TO HAVE YOUR TOUR DATES POSTED ON THIS WEB SITE AS A SEPARATED HEADING, OR UNDER A TRAVELS SECTION. I HAVE ALSO PICK-UP YOUR STONE BLUE CD AND IT IS VERY COOL!! THANKS
LOUIS CHIBBARO <VIN_LOU (at) MSN.COM>
NORTH BELLMORE, NY USA - Wednesday, July 15, 1998 at 12:46:46 (EDT)

Just got "Stone Blue" today, and it is smokin'. I'm afraid I was very disappointed with the duets album previous to "Stone Blue." Not with Michael Hedges and Mike Stern, but many of the others. It seemed like the label just wanted you teamed up with th e most "popular" artists rather than teaming you up with some people really worthy of recording along side you, i.e., John McLaughlin, George Benson, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock, Michael Brecker, Keith Jarrett, etc. "Stone Blue" puts you back on track, I' d say. Keep up the great work, and I hope to see you performing in my town soon. Thanks...
Jerry Baiden <jer (at) interstice.com>
San Jose, CA USA - Wednesday, July 15, 1998 at 02:58:19 (EDT)

I JUST PURCHASED FOOTPRINTS ON 32 JAZZ. THE SOUND QUALITY IS SO POOR COMPARED TO THE VINYL RECORD. THE CD SOUNDS LIKE IT WAS RECORDED WITH TOWELS COVERING THE MICROPHONES. WHAT HAPPENED?
LEE WONDO <EELODNOW (at) HOTMAIL.COM>
PORTLAND, OR USA - Monday, July 13, 1998 at 18:48:03 (EDT)

hi! we enjoyed pat's play .(tokyo sibuya) see you august!!
tomoko <tomotomo (at) tkd.att.ne.jp>
tokyo, japan - Sunday, July 12, 1998 at 04:26:59 (EDT)

Hi,Pat..I am expecing of your gig in Japan.
Tsutomu Tsukada <tsukada (at) sx.miracle.ne.jp>
Yasugi, Shimane Japan - Saturday, July 11, 1998 at 10:54:35 (EDT)

Mr. Martino, I have been relaxed and inspired by your music for the last twenty years.
Garman Herigstad <garman (at) storycity.net>
Roland, IA USA - Friday, July 10, 1998 at 12:39:05 (EDT)

Dear Mr. Martino, Thank you for sharing your artistry, creativity, and musicality. Your talent is greatly appreciated. Best wishes to you and your family.
Fritz Adams Crisler <crisler (at) mich.com>
Ann Arbor, MI USA - Friday, July 10, 1998 at 08:32:55 (EDT)

Dear Pat, Just wanted to say hi to you and Ayiko.Vivian, Larry and I miss you both and hope to see you all soon. Take care my friend. All our love to both of you. Larry Sn.
Larry Tamanini <Rex01 (at) msn.com>
Hulmeville, Pa USA - Wednesday, July 08, 1998 at 13:13:13 (EDT)

git grad, long time fan, looking forward to the new release. Fender Musical Instruments employee, Scottsdale, AZ Peace
Chris Gill <gitpal (at) aol.com>
USA - Tuesday, July 07, 1998 at 23:18:58 (EDT)

I have enjoyed your work for many years. I wish you continued good luck and success! Please come to Portland OR when you can. Thanks for all the wonderful music. - S.
Scott Steele <scottst (at) ohsu.edu>
Corbett, OR USA - Monday, July 06, 1998 at 18:36:29 (EDT)

Dear Mr. Martino, For many years I have seen your albums but never purchased one. That is until recently when i grabbed baiyana and fell in love with it Then came desperado and footprints, now I can not get enough I think that your music is wonderful. I am a young jazz listner, only 24 and you are perhaps one of the most graceful and peaceful players to ever touch a guitar. I did not realize that you were playing in saratoga tomorrow, i unfortunalty will miss it. I wish you many years of peaceful exisitence and beautiful playing. An adoring fan Brian.
Brian Patingre
holyoke, ma USA - Monday, July 06, 1998 at 15:43:43 (EDT)

Dear Pat, I want to thank you for the great pleasure your music has given me over the past years. I first heard you around '72 and was forever changed musically. God knows how many LP's of "Pat Martino Live" I wore out trying to emulate your technique and sound. I took lessons in the mid 70's from a teacher who came from a similar school and who grew up in your area (Robert Conti) and I was forever bugging him to show me how you improvised. What is really nice is to to be able to walk into a record store today and actually find a "Pat Martino" section. Also thanks for the reissue of "Well Be Together Again" (one of your best). Looking forward to hearing your latest and the reissue of "Joyo us Lake". Again thanks for the inspiration both musically and personally.
Rob Taft <robteejr (at) aol.com>
USA - Saturday, July 04, 1998 at 14:37:47 (EDT)

Pat, so good to have you back on the scene thanks for the inspiration. I have a cd that I just finished would love to send you a copy if it would be alright with you . email strat (at) hotmail.com thanks..J
john hunt <strat (at) hotmail.com>
la crescenta, ca USA - Friday, July 03, 1998 at 19:04:30 (EDT)

Hi Pat~ I was glad to see you have a website!I studied with you in 79-80,and you continue to be a major influence in my playing! I love your recent work! Do you still teach ?
Chris Davis <ceedee1954 (at) panetwork.com>
USA - Friday, July 03, 1998 at 12:07:34 (EDT)

Pat's guestbook has been archived. Thanks for all of the support. Be sure to check our Pat's new recording "Stone Blue" coming out on Blue Note Records July 14!
Jack <jackj (at) patmartino.com>
USA - Wednesday, July 01, 1998 at 02:21:56 (EDT)

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