Guest Book

Pat's Guest Book archive, October, 1997.

Hello Pat! I just got "ALL SIDES NOW" and I enjoy it very much. I'm glad I can look forward to your creativity,what with all your releases coming out. How's the computer com- posing going?
Brian D Tedlock
Hamburg, NY USA - Friday, October 31, 1997 at 20:29:15 (EST)

Melanie Trumbull: Hi Melanie, thanks for touching base! Both me and Ayako hope that everything is going well and we send you a reminder to plan to spend a moment with us the next time you're in Philadelphia. Until then we both send our love!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 18:52:55 (EST)

BRAD EDWARDS: Brad, I can't even begin sharing how important it is to me to be reminded about EMILY! I hope we have a chance sometime to talk about it. For the moment all I can say is Bless You for pointing towards Her! .... All my love!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 18:48:58 (EST)

BRIAN AAKER/JUDETH NAPIER: Brian, thanks for the note; as well as all the warmth within it! I look forward to cross paths at some point. Most of all, thanks for taking the time to spread the word and I agree with you; a trio is due; but you might be surprized; it's liable to contain a Hammond B-3! Take Care!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 18:42:25 (EST)

MATT: Hi Matt, ....... the time that was spent on the Jazz Central Station was a real pleasure and I do intend to give some input on their Bulletin Boards sometime in the near future. As far as Berklee is concerned; I truly look forward to them having me there as much as possible. I'll wait to hear from them as well as from you. Until then I send you my best regards!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 18:37:16 (EST)

CHILI: Dear Chili, thanks for the note; as well as all of the appreciation that's contained in it! With regards to "All Sides Now",; it contains some of the most important moments of my life and whatever seemed annoying about Bill Milkowski's article was solely generated by Bill and not by me; I hope you understand. As far as Jim Ridl; I've experienced and continue to experience one of the greatest musical relationships possible and I hope that it never comes to an end!; .... furthermore, yes, Jim does have an album of his own that will be released in the near future and that's the best I can tell at the moment; keep your ears open. Most of all, .......thanks, ... I send you my best!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 18:30:18 (EST)

EVERYONE: Thanks for your patience; I'll be back shortly.
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 16:31:04 (EST)

GUIDO GIACOMO PREPARATA: Guido, I look forward to seeing you at the Catalina in LA sometime from the 18th to the 23rd. By the way; I'll see what can be done about adding "How Insensative" to the book. Until then I send you my warmest!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 16:04:18 (EST)

MICHAEL A> ENDOS Sr.: Dear Michael, you'll never know how important it is for me to be reminded how important life sometimes is for others. The "norm" is to hear the current news through media and in the process be forced accordingly (at times) to experience constant descriptions of so many thoughtless crimes. I guess it's sometimes necessary to be forced to confront ones deepest fears as optimistically as possible, and in doing so gain the blessings that are infinately necessary for a true metamorphoses. (very much like the stainless steel that becomes the result of the metal in fire) Michael, thank you for taking notice of Gods blessings for me as well as for yourself; that's the real beauty of Life!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 15:54:34 (EST)

VINCE JESSE: Hi Vince, the string gauges that I currently use are in this order E=15; B=17; G=24; D=32; A=42 and low E=52. Those gauges were selected strictly for use on a custom Parker Guitar and have been excellent. On other instruments such as the custom instruments that Abe Rivera has built for me the gauges are a little heavier and go as follows: E=16; B=18; G=26; D=36; A=48 and low E=58. As to your hands being small, and forcing you to use .011's keep in mind that that's very natural; in fact, that's the same reason that I'm forced to use such high gauges. My right hand is overpowering at times and tends to break the higher strings. It's because of that I use higher gauges to even it out. With regard to the changes; as well as the melodies of "The Great Stream"; the lead sheet can be found in The Pat Martino Songbook; ( Vol.I ), which is advertised at the beginning of the HomePage. I hope I've been of help and most of all, thanks for staying in touch!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 15:34:37 (EST)

PETER CATLIN: Dear Peter, It's great to hear from you! As to the availibility of "Joyous Lake" in the United States, I'm sure that it could be found in the presence a collector; but I don't think that's going to be necessary much longer. It soon shall be finally re-released by Warner Brothers; although there are no exact dates that have been mentioned as of yet. As to your next question: "Who is Willie Brown?" Willie Brown; (the father of Delmar Brown) unfortunately passed away one or two days before the recording was set to begin in Miami, Florida 1976. Delmar, at that time chose to make a decision that he felt would truly please his father and that was to be what he was blessed to be and that was to be a great artist; which he still is and always will be. It changed some of my feelings about how important it is to respect a love as deep as it can get and for that reason the album "Joyous Lake" not only was, but still and always will be dedicated to Willie Brown; for sharing his life with us. Peter, thank's for asking this question. (the first time anyone ever has!) I hope to pergform in the UK someday and when I do I hope we cross paths. Until then I send you and yours my best regards.
Pat Martino
- Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 15:16:14 (EST)

YOSHI WATANABE: Dear Yoshi, welcome to the family! There are quite a number of absolutely great "JAZZ GUITARISTS" who are really blessed with the power; I'm so happy to hear that you've included me with them; ....... THANKS!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 14:57:22 (EST)

MARK GINSBERG: Dear Mark, you have no idea how exciting it is for me each time someone reveals their interests in anything I've done with the guitar. I truly appreciate your suggestions about publishing an extended version on my approach to the " nature of guitar " and I fully agree with you in many ways as to the clarity of what has been published as of yet; including the amount of labor it would demand to complete and publish its full text. Maybe there will come a time that will set itself apart; solely for that purpose; but for now, my main responsibility is to be as prolific as possible in a more " real time " setting as a player more than as a musicologist. Believe me; somewhere deep inside there's always been and still is an appetite to do exactly what you've suggested; but you'll never know how important it is for me to play as much as I possibly can for others who have an interest to experience it live. If you do find a way to alleviate that particular paradox please feel free to share your thoughts on it. Thanks again for your interest; as well as your support.
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 14:52:51 (EST)

JACOB (nc USA): Jacob, It was a pleasure to hear from you and I send you all my thanks for sharing your feelings with me. I hope to see you the next time; until then, take care!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 14:28:47 (EST)

PAUL SIMON: Dear Paul, it's a real pleasure to be of help in any way possible when it comes to our instrument. Thanks for the stimulation; it helps me even more!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 14:25:08 (EST)

TAKASHI ASAI: Takashi, HALLO!!!!!!!!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 14:21:17 (EST)

TY THURMAN: Ty, thanks for staying in touch; especially after 20 yrs! I look forward to the time when we cross paths once again, and when that happens maybe you can then share more with me about Slonimski!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 14:19:54 (EST)

PETER WILLIAMS: Dear Peter, I'm so happy that you enjoyed our performance at Kuumbwa. I'm sorry to hear about the fire that took place at KAZU in May; but I'm happy to have been helpful in any way possible. Hopefully I'll have the opportunity to work with you at some point in the future and I'll certainly look forward to when that will happen. Once again, thank you for staying in contact!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 14:15:23 (EST)

MIKE ARCHBOLD: Mike, thanks for dropping a note. I hope to see you once again when I have the pleasure to perform in the 'Frisco or Santa Cruz area once again. Until then I send you my best!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 14:09:54 (EST)

=ol- Cazenovia, NY ... (JOHN): John, thanks for the enjoyment you've shared with me. I hope it continues for many years to come!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 14:03:36 (EST)

EVERYONE: Once again I'm on the move and will have to momentarily pause at answering the guestbook. I'm sure you understand. I'll be back real soon and until then I send you all my thanks for making it all very special! See you soon.
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 11:00:44 (EST)

PETE FALLICO: Pete, I can't tell you how much both Ayako and I enjoyed the opportunity to spent some very special moments with you backstage at the Kuumbwa Center. I hope that we can stay in touch indefinately! You have our numbers; please contact us if you have any plans to visit on the east coast. We send you are warmest regards.
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 10:55:05 (EST)

MICHAEL HOVE: Dear Michael, it's always very special when someone so far away from America (like yourself) comes into close contact through the internet; especially when enjoyment is the sole reason for such an interaction. Thanks for the time you've taken to lift my spirit. I hope that I'll see you in your homeland sometime soon. Until then thanks!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 10:49:45 (EST)

CHARLEY CONQUEST: Hey Charley,...... thanks for such a nice hello!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 10:41:20 (EST)

MIKE and PAMELA HICKS: Mike & Pamela, thanks for coming out to Yoshi's; I'm so happy that you enjoyed! As said so many times; Joyous Lake will eventually be re-released. I guess the more others like yourselves take the time to ask about it; like you have, the sooner it will happen. Once again, thanks for caring!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 10:39:38 (EST)

STEVE SMITH: Steve, you caught me in the guestbook; so I can't help but respond immediately! The performance that night; ( at The Balcony in Pittsburgh ) was absolutely one of my favorites! Thanks for reminding me about that! I hope it happens again like that; no matter where the location is;......... hopefully in Canada sometime soon! Until then, stay well and prosper!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 10:33:28 (EST)

JOHN AMATO: John, one of the most difficult things for me to accomplish (since some very serious operations that took place at the end of the '70's) has been to clearly remember some of the countless moments of enjoyment that took place at 61 Jane Street (at the corner of Hudson and Jane; on the 7th floor). I do remember a little about those days; not nearly as much as I would like to, but the more I'm reminded; by others like yourself, the more I'm beginning to understand the most valuable things that may be accomplished if one tries hard enough. Thanks for reminding me. ( By the way; I have'nt had enough time to get to your website as of yet; but I will very shortly.) Take care; I send you my warmest regards!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 10:25:56 (EST)

Just wanted to say that we're STILL grooved from your gig a couple of summers ago at The Balcony in Pittsburgh. There are many of us Canadian jazz guitarists who truly dig your music and hope you'll be up this way sometime soon! Above everything else, it is your true spirit of giving and sharing that comes through and for those we are thankful. Can't wait to hear All Sides Now. I'm sending an e-mail to Bill Milkowski of Jazz Times requesting that Blue Note record your working band with Jim.
Steve Smith <megarden (at) orc.ca>
Stratford, ON Canada - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 10:24:51 (EST)

JAKE (Gainsville, Florida): Hey Jake, thanks so much for a really great compliment; I hope I can always live up to it!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 10:10:10 (EST)

LEO KENNEDY: Hi Leo, I also had a great time at the Manchester Craftsmans Guild last year; all I can say is: the magic that did take place was generated by yourself and many others in the audience as well as the ensemble I had the pleasure of performing with. I look forward to the next time; ....... Thanks!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 10:07:17 (EST)

CAROLYN (from San Jose, CA): Carolyn, thank you so much for the reminder. It always stunns me to find out how many care. I hope to see you the next time I perform in your area. Until then I send you my best!
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 10:00:24 (EST)

Well, here we are once again; as promised. So let's begin .................. CRAIG ELLETT: Dear Craig, ... more than anything, it's I who thank you for your feelings as well as your expression of them. Please feel free to continue to say hello; it's always a pleasure.
Pat Martino
USA - Thursday, October 30, 1997 at 09:55:23 (EST)

HELLO Pat Martino FROM THE BIG SKY COUNTRY!!MY OCCUPATION AS A DRUMMER AND JAZZ DIRECTOR FOR PUBLIC RADIO KEMC-FM HAS PUT ME IN CONTACT NOT ONLY WITH YOUR RECORDED WORK BUT WITH MANY GREAT MUSICIANS INFLUENCED AND INSPIRED BY YOUR KICK-ASS PLAYING..I SPENT NUMOROUS YEARS PLAYING WITH THE LATE-GREAT EMILY REMLER AND NOT A DAY IN VAN WOULD GO BY WITHOUT HER PLAYING SOME GREAT QUOTE OR VOICING OR UNIQUE PHRASE SHE HAD COPPED FROM YOUR BAG...ANYWAY, WHENEVER I HEAR YOUR SOUND IT TAKES ME BACK TO THOSE BAD OLD DAYS TOURING WITH EM........
BRAD EDWARDS <WOODS (at) IMT.NET>
BILINGS, MT USA - Wednesday, October 29, 1997 at 00:09:29 (EST)

Just read your responses for October 28: great, so you have nearly survived the month of October. That makes two of us. I got the heck out of New Mexico and am sitting in my suburban apartment on a cot, waiting for the moving van with all my possessions to catch up with me sometime before Thanksgiving. At least I have my wheels. So sorry that my relocation process prevented me from coming to any of your performances or from coming up to you and saying hello. It is marvelous to visit your website and observe all these comments from so many people who care about you; and you can be in touch with all of them regardless of where you are. Will get in touch with you when the movers have been and gone -- really hope to connect with you in person someday.
Melanie Trumbull <none>
Norristown, PA USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 17:59:50 (EST)

TO EVERYONE WHO HAS NOT BEEN ANSWERED AS OF YET; I'll return as soon as possible and continue to share my feelings as well as answer as many of your questions that I can. Again let me say thanks for staying in touch; I'll be back soon. Until then, I send you my best wishes!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 13:32:59 (EST)

BEN DIXON: Hey Ben, it's really great to hear from you after such a long time! Forgive me for the same reasons; life always takes a lot of our time! I'll definately be in touch real soon.
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 13:25:53 (EST)

ALEX (DELFT, THE NETHERLANDS): Alex, it's I who send thanks to you!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 13:20:53 (EST)

MIKE PASCHALL: Mike, more than anything thank's for the LOVE!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 13:18:17 (EST)

DAN ADLER: Hey Dan, thank's for the comment! For sure, by the end of '98, everything will be out once again. Also, ... thank's for the patience!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 13:16:40 (EST)

DIRK JOHNSON: Dirk, ..... thanks for coming out to Yoshi's in Oakland; it was a great experience for us; I hope it was for you too!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 13:12:53 (EST)

BRIAN McMURTRY: Brian, thanks for the reminder! If you happen to read on, you'll find an excerpt written by Joel Dorn from 32 Jazz records; describing upcoming re-releases. Hopefully, at some point that will include not only Willis Jacksons but also all of Don Pattersons sessions. Once again, thanks for the reminder!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 13:09:54 (EST)

SONNY TROY: Good Lord!... Sonny, how are you! It's been quite some time since the last; but each and every one of them is really prescious. Maybe that's because I've known you since I first started at the age of 12! ( as one of the great guitar players I was blessed with meeting! ) I will come in to see you at Downey's and at the same time introduce you to Ayako; who I know you'll love. Until then I send you all my Love!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 13:04:33 (EST)

MIKE HAVLICEK: Mike, thanks for the professional stimulation; it always helps; I hope I can do the same for you someday!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 12:58:20 (EST)

DAVID KALITOWSKI: David, the last two times I performed in San Diego were at a University; with Joyous Lake; in 1976 and then with Bobby Rose (Duette) in 1977. It's really overdue! I hope to see you when it happens.
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 12:53:55 (EST)

DOES'NT IT DRIVE YOU CRAZY WHEN YOUR MAC DOUBLE PRINTS!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 12:49:30 (EST)

GREG GOAD: Greg, It's always great for me to hear from someone who cares as much as you do. This might be of help; it was written by producer JOEL DORN on the inside cover of an album just released on the 32 JAZZ label; it goes like this: "We get more calls at the office about Pat Martino than any other artist on 32 Jazz. His fans (Did you know the word "fan" comes from the word fanatic?) want all of his classic Muse records available again, immediately. Relax- we got the message. Last month we released Footprints; you just baught Cream and early next year Consciosness and Live will be released as a 2 CD set. By the end of'98, all of his Muse sides will be back in print. So lighten up on the e-mail, real mail, candygrams, and smoke signals. Help is on the way! Keep A Light In The Window Joel Dorn / Summer 97 " Greg, as you can see, help is truly on the way; thanks to you and many others!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 12:47:20 (EST)

BILL THOMAS: Hi Bill, thanks for joining with us at Birdland! (I enjoyed Oleo too; Jim Ridl writes some nice arrangements!) I look forward to seeing you at one of the upcoming performances. Until then I send you my best!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 12:30:01 (EST)

DAVID WILD: Hey David, ... Thanks for the Q-Tips!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 12:26:03 (EST)

DAVID CAUDLE: David, thanks for adding your feelings to "the guestbook". I'm sure that the availability for all of my albums will increase in the near future; as they're re-issued and channeled toward their proper distribution. Until then, continue to stay in touch; it's a real pleasure!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 12:24:01 (EST)

CHRIS REALI: Hi Chris, I'm really happy that you're enjoying "All Sides Now". I would love to perform in Portland; but first things first; / I'll pass the message on to Paul Bagin about your E-Mailbox. Once again, ... THANKS!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 12:14:47 (EST)

STEVE ITKIN: Steve, thank's for the reminder! I really enjoyed Birdland just as much; if not even more and I look forward to our next engagement at that establishment. I hope you'll be there!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 12:10:40 (EST)

MARK D. MAXSON: Hey Mark, thank's for caring! I do hope that I have a chance to see you at one of the future performances. Until then I send you my best!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 12:07:11 (EST)

GRANT GARDNER: Hey Grant, it's such a pleasure to welcome you to the family; ... tell Dad that I said THANKS! As to you not understanding those "multiplication charts"; I'd be happy to share a moment with you with regards to them. I'll look forward to hearing from you again; until then keep loving every minute of it; (JUST LIKE THE REST OF US!)
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 12:03:03 (EST)

DOUG MILES: Hi Doug, I'm glad you caught our conversation on WBGO; Michael Bourne is a real pleasure to work with. As far as the licks and where they've come from;.... I have a hard time remembering where they've ALL come from; sometimes it seems like they come from a lot of experience; but I don't quite remember whether that's with Music or LOVE; if you can figure it out, let me know! Thanks Again!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 11:55:22 (EST)

TOMOKAZU TASHIRO: Dear Tomokazu, it's a real pleasure to hear and share ideas with you! Yes; you are right; that's why we can enjoy MUSIC; by sharing it; ......THANKS!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 11:47:50 (EST)

HELLO EVERYONE!....... As always, it's difficult to know how to begin answering all of the questions that have been asked; but here we go; starting from the "back" to the "front". SAVERIO SODANO: Saverio, thank you for your blessings as well as your love; I look forward to hearing from you again. Until then, ..... Ciao!!!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 11:41:56 (EST)

Hi Pat! I just got a copy of your new CD All Sides Now, and I think it's fantastic! It's an awesome meeting of the minds with Joe Satriani, Tuck Andress, and the rest of your wonderful guests. Thank you for blessing the world with your music. 2 questions for you: 1) As a jazz guitarist, I'd LOVE the opportunity to study with you. The books and videos are great, but not enough. If you ever have an opening for students, or if you're planning any clinics or workshops, I'd love to hear about it. 2) I own a very unique management company for unsigned bands in jazz and alternative music. We do work to help independent artists build their fan base and manage & promote their acts without signing to a major label or artist manager. Considering your vast experience as a touring musician (and the ups and downs you've experienced in your career and those of other musicians), I think you'd appreciate what we're doing. Please accept my invitation to visit our homepage at http://www3.rlcom.net/anarchynet/home.html Thanks!
Joel Piper <joel (at) anarchynet.com>
Mt Prospect, IL USA - Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 10:56:15 (EST)

Hi Pat, Saw all six of your sets in Cambridge, MA last weekend. Unbelievable! Hope you come back soon! 'Til then, all the best.
Liz DuPont <eldupont (at) sprintmail.com>
Boston, MA USA - Monday, October 27, 1997 at 20:59:00 (EST)

Hello!I have been listening to your stuff since I started playing jazz guitar and it has been a inspiration. Cheers!! PS.When will you be playing in London?
Fu Ping Lee <FL045 (at) mdx.ac.uk>
London, U.K - Monday, October 27, 1997 at 13:53:03 (EST)

Hi Pat- I had the pleasure of meeting you at your last clinic in Louisville Kentucky. I took a photo of tyou and the owner of "Mom"s". I just wanted to visit your site and express my pleasure with the listening of your newest CD. It's just lovely. My wife and I look forward to each of your releases, and often try to "spread the word" of your wonderful musical view of life. Thanks again Pat! P.S. How about a Trio's project? Maybe involving Bill Frisell, Wayne Horvitz, Robin Holcomb, or Syd Straw! Take good care! Bryan Aaker Judith Napier
Bryan Thomas Aaker <bryanaaker (at) msn.com>
Highland Park, Il USA - Sunday, October 26, 1997 at 09:35:49 (EST)

Thanks for doing the Chat on JazzCentralStation. I hope you can stop in to the Bulletin Boards sometime and give us your unique imput on many of the topics we have running there. And anyone else reading this is certainly invited. I missed your show in Boston but heard many good things about it. I hope you can stop in at Berklee sometime in the near future.
Matt <http://data.jazzcentralstation.com/cafe/jazztalk.asp>
Boston, Ma USA - Saturday, October 25, 1997 at 17:42:53 (EDT)

Pat-1st and foremost -Thank you for your musicality and approach. It has changed much of the way I play and listen. -Wondering if you plan on coming to Toronto any time soon? This place is mecca for guitar players and lovers, would definetely be worth your while. -Curious about your latest release on BlueNote. Although I haven't heard it yet, I was wondering about your feelings to the whole project. The article in Jazz Times (I think it was) led me to believe that you were kind of annoyed and fed up with the "turns" the project took. Was this a project you did to please the record executives or is it something you're glad you did. -Are you planning on continuing working with James Ridel? I love his rhythmic sense and classical influences. He really enhances your playing, too. You guys sound great together. Does he have any albums of his own? -Looking forward to your next release, which I hope wil be 100% Pat Martino. Chili- Toronto
Chili <zoot (at) interlog.com>
Toronto, ONT CAN - Friday, October 24, 1997 at 16:44:04 (EDT)

Hello Pat. I am looking forward to seeing you in L.A. in November. Will you play "How insensitive"? My guitar teacher in Rome assigned that solo to all his students: that was teaching "teaching the classics" of jazz guitar. I am glad you are back. See you soon.
Guido Giacomo Preparata <preparat (at) rcf.usc.edu>
Los Angeles, CA USA - Thursday, October 23, 1997 at 15:26:47 (EDT)

Dear Pat, It was such a treat to see you at Birdland, on your opening night. I'm sorry that I couldn't get a chance to talk to you longer. As I told you I have been listening to you since the mid 60's, and wish I could get a hold of your recordings with Don Patterson. You have been such an insperation ,to me, in my guitar playing, but more important to me is that you have helped me to cope with my affliction of the brain. Please keep putting out those recordings, and if you ever find the time a book of your life would be something that we could all cherish for our lifetimes. May God Bless you and keep you in His Infinite Wisdom! Love, Peace, Health, and Happiness! Michael
Michael A. Erdos Sr.
Stratford, Ct USA 06497 - Thursday, October 23, 1997 at 14:19:15 (EDT)

Hello Pat, I'm a 25 year old guitar player and I've got almost all your records. I love your straight ahead eighth-note feel, but I'm wondering about your setup. Do you really use .016 to .060 gauge strings or something like that? My hands are small and I have problems with .012's so I use .011's. I'm also wondering what brand of strings you use, are they flat or wound round? Maybe you could post this information or something. I've been trying to figure out the blowing changes to that tune "The Great Stream" for a while, did you publish a lead sheet? Anyway, thanks for the sounds, Vince Jesse
Vince Jesse <vejesse (at) facstaff.wisc.edu>
Madison, wi USA - Tuesday, October 21, 1997 at 12:52:54 (EDT)

I wrote many months ago trying to track down a copy of Joyous lake (Warner Bros 1976 BS 2977). My sister finally managed to get a copy shipped from Thornbury Hall Record Auctioneers in Los Angeles. The trouble is the record is still shrink wrapped and unplayed so I don't want to break the seal so at the moment I'm still playing my old taped copy. Is thsi record still available in the US or is it as rare as it is over here? Who is Willier Brown to whom the music on the album is dedicated. Any chance of UK dates in the near future ..we can get Stern, Schofield, Frisell, Metheny etc. so why not the great Pat Martino. I'm sure there are enough guitar aficianados over here to fill any venue in the UK. Thanks agaion for your splendid music. Peter.
Peter Catlin <peter.c.catli (at) btinternet.com >
Salisbury, Wiltshire United Kingdom - Monday, October 20, 1997 at 18:59:27 (EDT)

Pat-san, I just bought your new CD, and love your sound! I am relatively new to the world of Jazz guitar, and didn't know where to start, but now I know it. Thanks! (PLEASE do some collaboration with Steave Vai!)
Yoshi Watanabe <yoshiw (at) numega.com>
Nashua, NH USA - Saturday, October 18, 1997 at 20:51:45 (EDT)

Pat, I like your web page. You've probably been told the following a bunch of times, but I will add my vote. You have a unique approach to guitar. Before anything further happens to you, it would be great if you could publish a decently complete accounting of it. Your current publication list is insufficient for others to reconstruct your method. I know that publishing a complete accounting represents a lot of labor, but it would, likely, be your most important legacy. (Just to drive the point into the ground, think about folks like G. Van Eps. Terrific player, but the method has outlived the recordings.) Thanks for many great moments of listening and playing....
Mark Ginsberg <m-ginsberg (at) decision.csl.uiuc.edu>
Champaign, IL USA - Friday, October 17, 1997 at 18:12:39 (EDT)

Pat, I am a young guitar player currently pursuing jazz and I must say that your approach to the instrument has influenced me greatly. I've read articles in many different publications and everytime I read one, it opens up doors that I never knew existed. I am sorry to say that I could not attend a concert that you played a while ago but I hope to catch you next time around. Thank you so much and keep up the marvelous playing. -Jacob
jacob <scatdaddy (at) mindspring.com>
nc USA - Thursday, October 16, 1997 at 21:43:28 (EDT)

Pat you have been and continue to be a huge inspiration to me in my development as a Jazz Guitarist... Thanks for everything
Paul Simon <Paul.Simon (at) rnb.com>
NY, NY USA - Thursday, October 16, 1997 at 15:33:57 (EDT)

hallo
takashi asai <asai (at) lance.mecha.osakafu-u.ac.jp>
sakai, osaka japan - Wednesday, October 15, 1997 at 22:48:40 (EDT)

Pat..so sorry to hear I missed your recent Bay area show. I have a numeber of your earlier albums, have been a fan since I got the live album in high school. Actually saw you play in a movie theatre in Edwardsville, IL around '77 or so and spoke with you by telephone in attempt to arrange lessons. Your suggestion that I purchase Slonimski was very helpful and my guitar playing is still affected by your influence. Though I lost track of you, glad you are alive and picking.... hope to see/hear you live soon.
Ty Thurman <ty (at) sc.prosource.com>
Santa Clara, CA USA - Wednesday, October 15, 1997 at 20:50:55 (EDT)

Dear Pat, I caught your performance at Kuumbwa and couldn't have been happier. Your playing was inspirational. I have been a fan since I heard Consciousness on the radio in L.A. when the album first came out. I have followed your career ever since and am so happy that you are 'back.' Your gig at Kuumbwa was a benefit for KAZU, a public radio station near Monterey. We had a fire in May and have recently 'risen from the ashes.' I am the Manager here and just wanted to say thanks for the music
Peter Williams <williams (at) kazu.org>
Pacific Grove, CA USA - Wednesday, October 15, 1997 at 18:57:42 (EDT)

Pat: Thanks again for taking a moment to sign my copy of "All Sides Now" during the break between shows at Santa Cruz. I enjoyed our brief chat. I'm looking forward to any collaboration you do with Pete Townshend! I was pleasantly blown away by the show... glad you came back out for an encore! Sincerely, Mike Archbold
Mike Archbold <jazzbox (at) w-link.net>
Seattle, WA USA - Wednesday, October 15, 1997 at 18:47:16 (EDT)

Just got your new CD (I'm a HUGE Joe Satriani fan, so that's why I got it). Sorry to say I had not heard of you before this. I think this CD is great. I'm a fan of good jazz, but I never know who to listen to or what to buy. Jeff Beck, Pat Metheny, and Al DiMeola are some of those I love. Now I can add you to the list. Great job and keep up the great work!!! Later... John
=o|-[ <eberl64 (at) snycorva.cortland.edu>
Cazenovia, NY USA - Wednesday, October 15, 1997 at 14:32:32 (EDT)

Hello Pat and Ayako...Thanks again for your appearances here in the Bay Area at Yoshi's and Kuumbwa. I hope you can come again soon. The highlight for me, certainly, was getting the opportunity to speak with you both and interview you for my radio program. The warmth and expression in your voice coupled with the magnificence of your music will surely make for a memorable hour of radio. Thanks for your spirit and philosophy... Pete Fallico
Pete Fallico <doodlin (at) worldnet.att.net>
San Jose, CA USA - Wednesday, October 15, 1997 at 10:33:50 (EDT)

Hello Pat! I'm a 25 year old guitarist living in Denmark, who just got a copy of your new CD "All sides now" last week. I've been unable to remove it from my cd-player ever since. Both your playing as well as your fellow guitarists' are just beautiful. I'm already trying to sneak a bit of your boppin' lines into my own playing. By the way, read the interview in Downbeat with Les Paul. I'm so glad to hear that you have recovered fully and that you are now back again. Love and best wishes for the future - Michael
Michael Hove <Hove (at) pop.agora,dk>
Copenhagen, Denmark - Wednesday, October 15, 1997 at 09:24:57 (EDT)

I love the way you play!
Charley Conquest <Chas (at) Valley.net>
Hanover, NH USA - Tuesday, October 14, 1997 at 21:01:02 (EDT)

we just saw Pat at yoshi's and it was one of the most incedible events of my life. my brother marc hicks and cindy stayed in penn. for a while to visit, they went to the cape may concert and we have all thought of Pat as a legend since the early 70's . he played a request which was excellent. i am buying everything on disk today. when can i get joyous lake? all 8 albums are scratched
mike and pamela hicks < budu>
san francisco, ca USA - Monday, October 13, 1997 at 21:43:24 (EDT)

Pat, I don't know if you remember me, but I studied with you in the early seventies when you were living in the Village, NYC. You will always remain a great spirit, one who's inspired my own playing beyond words, beyond the fortunate pinnacle of this earth...may you release from here when the last chord sounds... all in love eternal ... visit my site when you can ...I will have mention of you and your of your impact.
John Amato <amajo3 (at) hudsonet.com>
North Bergen, NJ USA - Monday, October 13, 1997 at 21:10:29 (EDT)

I just bought FOOTPRINTS today and the guitarist i play with was right," you havent heard no jazz guitar if you havent heard Pat Martino!"
Jake <TIMEink (at) aol.com>
gainesville, fl USA - Monday, October 13, 1997 at 14:55:29 (EDT)

I saw you play in Pittsburgh at the Manchester Craftsman's Guild last year adn was captivated by your intensity and musicianship. I'm listening to your latest release as I write this. Man, you and Mike Stern should do a whole CD together.
Leo Kennedy <leoken (at) ix.netcom.com>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Sunday, October 12, 1997 at 08:22:42 (EDT)

Just read an article in Metroarts, San Jose. Welcome back. Have been a fan for years but haven't kept up for awhile!! Keep on! You're amazing! Thank you! Carolyn
Carolyn <Carolynjr (at) earthlink.net>
San Jose, CA USA - Sunday, October 12, 1997 at 00:34:40 (EDT)

Thank you for your feeling, expression and tone.
Craig Ellett <onearth1 (at) earthlink.net>
Mission Viejo, CA USA - Sunday, October 12, 1997 at 00:05:27 (EDT)

Pat, I HAVEN'T SEEN YOU NOR PLAYED WITH YOU IN YEARS. GIVE ME A SHOUT AT ( BIBI (at) TNP.COM) LET'S COMMUNICATE. BEN DIXON
BEN DIXON <BIBI (at) TNP.COM>
BROOKLYN, NY USA - Saturday, October 11, 1997 at 09:56:23 (EDT)

Thanks, Pat, for the wonderful music you make. My guitar teacher, Mark van Gaalen, introduced me to your style. I am still a Satriani fan, but your music struck me by the subtlety and the deepness of emotion (hope I don't sound too flattering ;). Let it flow!
Alex <alex (at) dutw189.wbmt.tudelft.nl>
Delft, The Netherlands - Friday, October 10, 1997 at 11:00:48 (EDT)

Pat; I AM HONORED!! I am a Phiily person and travell extensively for work(not music) and I MUST SEE YOU LIVE. PLEASE UPDATE YOU GIG LIST OFTEN!!!!!!! PLEAse!!! The Maker stands out as a beautiful album!! I have them all! Drummer on the Maker is tasty! please keep recording and most of all------ keep up your health! lots of love, man. mike p.
MIKE PASCHALL <NPASCHALL (at) AOL.COM>
HAVERTOWN, PA USA - Friday, October 10, 1997 at 00:42:49 (EDT)

When will they ever reissue "We'll be together again" on CD? That, plus some old Joe Pass records are the only reasons I still have a record player!
Dan Adler <adan (at) inven.com>
New York, NY USA - Thursday, October 09, 1997 at 15:11:41 (EDT)

You have been my favorite guitar player since hearing the opening bars on Desperado!. I'm going to see you tonight at Yoshi's and I couldn't be more excited.
Dirk Johnson <djohnson (at) knninc.com>
San Francisco, CA USA - Thursday, October 09, 1997 at 12:22:30 (EDT)

I feel like you are an old friend, though I haven't heard you in person yet. So happy you are still playing. First hearing your solo on RATIO AND PROPORTION on Don Patterson"s "Funk You" is one of the great moments in my life. Thanks, Brian
Brian McMurtry <hazen (at) shocking.com>
Chico, CA USA - Wednesday, October 08, 1997 at 19:31:00 (EDT)

Pat You`re still my favorite, come to see me at Downey`s I played with your Bass player (Steve)What a treat. Check out my page, you`re on it Regards....Sonny Troy
Sonny Troy <sonnyt (at) hotmail.com>
Maple Shade, NJ USA - Wednesday, October 08, 1997 at 10:15:56 (EDT)

Pat, I have been playing jazz guitar for about 15 years now. Your playing has been a big inspiration for me. I was first intoduced to your music about 12 years ago from a guitar teacher who is pretty hot here in the midwest ... Don Hales.. (He Smokes the jazz guitar teachers at Ohio State) I took a couple of lessons from the folks at OSU a decade ago and they wondered why I came to them after seeing Don:) I keep your recordings sorta sacred in my collection:) I just love turning people on to your playing. Thanks for what you have done for jazz guitar, -Mike http://www.infinet.com/~havlicek
Mike Havlicek <havlicek (at) infinet.com>
Columbus, OH USA - Wednesday, October 08, 1997 at 02:12:43 (EDT)

Just bought your "All Sides Now" album and am really enjoying it. Will you ever be in the San Diego area?
David Kalitowski
Vista, CA USA - Wednesday, October 08, 1997 at 00:45:07 (EDT)

I have most of the cds, but there are a few I can't find anywhere in Seattle. If anyone knowes where I could find Conciousness, Exit, and others from that time period would you let me know? Also, Does anybody know the status on the Warner Bros. Albums? Thanks. To Pat: I've been learning jazz for a couple years now, and your recordings have helped me immensly. Thanks. I would love to see you live sometime.
Greg Goad <ggoad (at) nwlink.com>
seatt;e, WWwa USA - Tuesday, October 07, 1997 at 21:41:10 (EDT)

Pat, As promised, I caught your opening night at Birdland. It was a beautiful musical experience. I believe you're playing with such confidence and strength now - you really need to record another live album. I loved "Catch" (always a great opener) and "Oleo" was awesome! I look forward to making another performance as soon as possible. Take Care, Bill
Bill Thomas <wthomasjr (at) aol.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Tuesday, October 07, 1997 at 18:05:02 (EDT)

Hey Pat, Keeping it smooth on the Q-tip!
David Wild
Concord , MA USA - Monday, October 06, 1997 at 12:58:15 (EDT)

Hi Pat, I was able to get a hold of NightWings from a fellow in Washington state. Charlote is pretty baron when it comes to finding your albums. Coupled with your songbooks(my wife let me get them for my birthday) and the recordings I am really enjoying learning from them. I have not been able to find Interchange yet but will keep looking. But I must tell you that Nightwings has fast become one of my favorites. I am going to try to get to Boston to see one of your shows in Late October. Perhaps even met you. Take Care. David
David Caudle <PoutyBear (at) aol.com>
Charlotte, NC USA - Sunday, October 05, 1997 at 10:58:46 (EDT)

Pat: The new album is spectacular, it's to bad you will not be passing through Portland, OR. Please give my regards to Paul Bagin, and ask him to e-mail me if he can. Thanks!! Chris Reali
Chris Reali <Reali (at) mingomedia.com>
Portland, or USA - Sunday, October 05, 1997 at 00:29:19 (EDT)

I just caught three sets of your performances at Birdland this week. I don't recall have a more powerful listening experience in a long time - and I hear a lot of music. Thanks for such a great experience. I hope you record the group you had with you. Best wishes for you and yours.
Steve Itkin <sitkin (at) earthlink.net>
NYC, NY USA - Saturday, October 04, 1997 at 02:29:49 (EDT)

If you don't mind me saying so, I loved "Joyus Lake" and "Exit". Looking forward to hearing your new disk and perhaps getting to one of your performances. God Bless. Mark
Mark D. Maxson <MMaxson777 (at) aol.com>
Ogden, UT USA - Friday, October 03, 1997 at 15:34:18 (EDT)

Hey again- Forgot to mention that I don't understand those multiplication charts. -grant
Grant Gardner <ggardner (at) ns.net>
Fair Oaks, CA USA - Friday, October 03, 1997 at 00:53:25 (EDT)

Hey- 14 year old male been playing guitar 8 months. In jazz band and love every minute of it. Dad introduced me to Martino's playing and it is phenomenal. That's all folks. -grant
Grant Gardner <ggardner (at) ns.net>
Fair Oaks, CA USA - Friday, October 03, 1997 at 00:51:53 (EDT)

Just heard you on WBGO. Your playing is an inspiration. Where do those licks come from? Amazing!
Doug Miles <dugmiles (at) worldnet.att.net>
USA - Thursday, October 02, 1997 at 15:18:52 (EDT)

I'm Japanese guitarist. I feel the same power and energy in this universe. All of those energy return to us. That's why we can enjoy MUSIC,right? Take care.bye
Tomokazu Tashiro <guitar (at) join-am.or.jp>
Zama, Japan - Thursday, October 02, 1997 at 15:00:30 (EDT)

God bless you. I love your way of playing. I'll write you again. Ciao!!!
Saverio Sodano <s.sodano (at) netgroup.it>
Marigliano (NA), ITALY - Thursday, October 02, 1997 at 05:20:37 (EDT)

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USA - Wednesday, October 01, 1997 at 08:50:15 (EDT)

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