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Dear Pat, I have just finished reading Here and Now which I enjoyed very much and thank you for your stories, honesty and frankness. I was wondering if you had written any books on other subjects spiritual, life geometric etc as I think you have so much to offer the world and I would love to learn more. I am cuerrently studying your guitar books fundementals Linear, creative etc and I love your approach very much, you think so differently to other player, which is what makes you a genius. Just a big thank you for all you have shared with the world through music and your wonderful insights. All the very best David
David Sibley <sibbo01 (at) hotmail.com>
kent, England - Friday, June 14, 2019 at 07:17:11 (EDT)
Hi Pat, it’s been an entire year since you opened the Savannah jazz festival. Again, it was amazing just being in the room and taking in the vibration. Today, listened to you on youtube ; brought me right back to the vibe. Forever grateful for you, your music, your wisdom and teaching. Here is hoping you are well and enjoying the moments.
Lennox Seales <Lseales64 (at) gmail.com>
Savannah, Ga USA - Tuesday, June 04, 2019 at 18:12:44 (EDT)
Going to teach some students about minor conversion today. Thanks for the concept! Ot is one of the best tools for beginning Jazz guitarists to navigate the changes....guitarists like me will be teaching their students and so on, forever.YES!!!!
Lee Gollin <leegollin (at) yahoo.com>
Conshohocken, PA United States - Tuesday, June 04, 2019 at 12:42:39 (EDT)
Hey Pat, Just a quick hello. Hope your feeling good. Peace..."love that ballad".
KRob <kmramr (at) verizon.net>
WDC, - Monday, June 03, 2019 at 09:40:46 (EDT)
Dear Pat, just letting you know that we are thinking of you and we send you our best wishes. You are a constant source of inspiration.
Tony Calabro and family
Morwell, Victoria Australia - Saturday, June 01, 2019 at 12:27:32 (EDT)
Wayne, thank you for sharing your feelings. I appreciate, and I wish you the best my friend
Pat Martino
- Friday, May 31, 2019 at 19:45:50 (EDT)
Sir; I have been a fan since the early 70's, when I first heard your album Joyous Lake played in it's entirety on a local Pittsburgh radio station. The story of your illness and re-emergence as a star guitarist inspired me to take up the guitar again after a 35 year hiatus. I'm not there yet, but I look forward to the time when I am sufficiently advanced to study your books and instruction videos. Thank you!!!!!!!
Wayne Prementine <waynep1669 (at) gmail.com>
Union, KY United States - Thursday, May 30, 2019 at 09:06:22 (EDT)
I just watched that, wow...
nath <neeponhon (at) gmail.com>
-, EU - Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 13:15:28 (EDT)
Hi Pat Met you at the Detroit Jazz Fest Looking forward to hearing you in live performance again. Best wishes for a healthy recovery Gene
Gene <Bluesguy57 (at) yahoo.com>
Frederick, MD USA - Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at 13:00:20 (EDT)
HI PAT , Hope your feeling well. Be blessed My good brother and teacher, Bobby C
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, NY USA - Sunday, April 07, 2019 at 14:12:12 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Hope you are well. I was so disheartened that you had to postpone your gigs, was planning on seeing you at Chris' Jazz in March. I've tried several times now to post a message, hope this one goes through. Please take good care of yourself, we need your brilliance and inspiration. Looking forward to our next encounter with anxious anticipation. All my best wishes, Pat
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Saturday, April 06, 2019 at 12:26:14 (EDT)
Pat - I was the producer for Guitar Masters in Tulsa a few years back. I am working on staging another guitar show with all the original players except Herb Ellis And Terry Holmes, both now in guitar heaven. Must be a helluva jam going on there.We have more than Guitar Masters in common. I had emergency brain surgery about 3 1/2 yrs ago. I have forgotten a lot, like how to play guitar, which really doesn't matter. Someone broke into my place while I was in the first hospital and stole my guitars and computer. I might get a pawn shop guitar after I finish ths current round of rehab.Your quintet sounds amazing. Looking forward to getting a copy soon. Be well and I will be in touch about the 2nd Guitar Masters. It will be a benefit to set-up a fund to provide scholships to kids going to our local university to study music. Tulsa University has jazz camp every summer and I would like to pay the tuition for one or two guitr students. Pat Kelley coms to town each year to teach.Happy bbelated birthday. I had one n the 14th
Joey Baker <joeybaker1954 (at) outlook.com>
Tulsa, OK USA - Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at 01:15:04 (EDT)
Hello Pat, I would love to see you play in the NY area sometime. Stage4 here and my only bucket list item is learning acoustic guitar and seeing a guitar master like yourself playing live. If you have a mailing list for future shows please add my name, all the best - Tom
TOM WOLFE <tomwolfe (at) optonline.net>
STONY POINT, NY United States - Sunday, February 24, 2019 at 14:37:28 (EST)
Pat, we saw you at The Jazz Standard in NY in Nov, it was phenominal. Many thanks for shaking my hand, and really looking forward to seeing you soon, you’ve made such a mark on me as a player, and hope you’re in good health!
Ken Seeton <kseton (at) gmail.com>
Durham, NC USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at 00:20:10 (EST)
Hi there- how do we find out about tour dates? I saw PM is playing The Iridium in NYC, but wondering if he ever plays shows in Connecticut? Thanks!
Jack <johnlane70 (at) yahoo.com>
DERBY, CT United States - Friday, February 15, 2019 at 15:52:30 (EST)
Hi Pat, Are you touring Southern California in 2019. Would be great to see you here. Thanks.
Matt <matthew_schomburg (at) yahoo.com>
San Dieog, CA USA - Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at 13:51:55 (EST)
Sending good tidings form the northern Gulf Coast.
John
- Friday, February 08, 2019 at 17:48:33 (EST)
Dear pat, I hope everything is good and you feel well; we meet us very often (Graz, munich, London, mainz, vienna....) for me you are the one and only. Thank you for your beeinflussen and take care. All my love, felix
Felix Hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
Neufahrn, Deutschland Deutschland - Thursday, February 07, 2019 at 15:49:33 (EST)
All of my love to you Pat...thank you for showing us how it's done and giving us path of our own through the thoughtful insight you so share so kindly, freely and eloquently.
Stu Gollin <leegollin (at) yahoo.com>
Conshohocken, PA United States - Wednesday, February 06, 2019 at 23:32:39 (EST)
Hi Pat, Just wanted to say thank you for your music being in my life- It’s gotten me through a really tough time, having gone through two devastating car accidents as well as a traumatic divorce from my first wife, all within a year of each other. The positive energy and sense of movement in the hard swinging lines that you play always remind me to look forward to the future and just keep swinging.
Landon Eavers, 24 years old. <landitty (at) gmail.com>
Austin, TX USA - Sunday, December 02, 2018 at 23:47:31 (EST)
saw you 'open' for al dimeola in 97, at the keswick..quite the show! you should have been the headliner! been a fan ever since. listening to Baiyina at work now. Ever play in palm beach county FL?
mike nicholas <mikenicholas327 (at) yahoo.com>
Lake Worth, Florida United States - Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 15:30:57 (EST)
Dear Pat, I was in Mantova and what an honor and a pleasure hear your wonderful music e meet you, a great artist and an incredible human being. Everybody around me was so excited. It was an unforgettable experience. Thank you very much.
Alberto <alberto.rezzi (at) gmail.com>
Rivalta di Torino (to), Piemonte Italia - Monday, November 26, 2018 at 05:41:56 (EST)
Dear Pat: I just saw one of your classes on YouTube and I'm so glad you're continuing your fantastic musical journey through life. I'm also a guitarist (Classical and Jazz) and I played a number of years in Atlanta where I was fortunate enough to witness one of your live performances at The Great Southeast Music Hall with your "Joyous Lake" quartet late 70's/early 80's. I never forgot it! Even though I don't know you personally, the manner in which you share your knowledge inspires me to say, "I Love You, Pat". You can see some of what my 16-year-old son has helped me to present on YouTube at Fred Norman Guitarist. Thank you so very much and may God continue to bless you richly through this 2018 Holiday Season. Ciao!
Fred Norman <fred.norm (at) yahoo.com>
Nelsonville, Ohio USA - Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 10:36:47 (EST)
Just listened to your aptly named CD Formidable several times--truly wonderful stuff! The liner notes were insightful too. I particularly enjoyed your interplay with your organist, Pat Bianchi. Please convey my sincerest regards to him. May you all live long and prosper.
Martin Ahermaa <martin_ahermaa (at) swiftnet.org>
Toronto, Please Select Canada - Sunday, November 11, 2018 at 05:55:46 (EST)
A lovely and generous gig in Markham. A veritable master class. The 7-string player who was first in line after the show. I'll get a Benedetto when we sell the house :-)
Martin Ahermaa <martin_ahermaa (at) swiftnet.org>
Toronto, Please Select Canada - Friday, November 09, 2018 at 07:00:11 (EST)
Pat Martino Superstar ! ;)
ni <neeponhon (at) gmail.com>
- Monday, November 05, 2018 at 06:48:58 (EST)
the nature of the guitar has been a great pleasure to learn from you, thanks.
AB Gonzalves <abgmusic2 (at) gmail.com>
barcelona, catalunya spain - Saturday, November 03, 2018 at 18:00:45 (EDT)
Happy Halloween to you and Aya, Maestro.
John <john.mccook (at) gmail.com>
Mobile, AL - Sunday, October 28, 2018 at 19:58:04 (EDT)
Hi Mr Martino I heard you play at Chris' in Philly last year. I have been a professional musician for 40 years and during that time have gathered TV, Broadway and International touring credits. I have also seen all the greats play because i lived in NY for 20 years. That being said, i was astounded by HOW MUCH GUITAR YOU PLAYED! It was truly masterful. I did get to talk to you briefly afterward and it was obvious how intellegent and sensitive you are. How refreshing and inspiring! I'm still thinking about it. I have recenttly relocated to Philly amd would love to take guitar lessons. I want to work on tunes that I can acompany myself while singing. I am a percussionist/vocalist by trade but I do know some guitar also. It was my first instrument and I am very musical. Not enough to study with you but not a beginner either. Is there someone you can recommend in the Philly area that teaches.? A student of yours perhaps? Thank you very much and I will look forward to your next Philly performance. Best and wishing you continued good health Robin Daniels
Robin Daniels <Robindaniels777 (at) gmail.com>
Philadelphia, PA US - Friday, October 26, 2018 at 10:41:29 (EDT)
Hi Pat, it was great to see you again & we enjoyed the shows at the Jazz Showcase from Thursday through Sunday. It's always an inspiration to see and hear you play as well as talking to you! I appreciate and thank you for the music & philosophical advice. Best Regards, JoeG
JoeG <artvogue (at) aol.com>
Chicago, Il USA - Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at 08:13:36 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Please come to the west coast preferable Portland or Seattle so I cna get a chance to see you play live. I have been a fan of yours for many years, and you are one of the greatest of the greats! I would love the chance to see you perform live. Thank you for all the years of great jazz music!
Perry Stevens <guruguitars (at) gmail.com>
Portland, OR USA - Monday, October 22, 2018 at 23:34:04 (EDT)
Hello Pat -- We met at Chris's Jazz Cafe in Philly before your great 10pm set Friday night. We spoke about the great Les Paul and Johnny Smith, as well as your Linear Expressions book. I would love to study with you and take lessons when you are available. Thank you.
Philip Iacone <philiacone (at) gmail.com>
Havertown, PA United States - Saturday, October 13, 2018 at 02:54:14 (EDT)
Greetings Maestro. I am an American guitarist and composer living in Kyoto, Japan. Humbly following the path of the great masters, such as yourself, I have created a monumental training system for fretboard harmony. I would like to connect with you and share my research into the music/instrument. wayoftheguitar.com Thank you and peace from Japan.
Dan Cosley <dan (at) wayoftheguitar.com>
Kyoto, Kyoto Japan - Monday, October 08, 2018 at 06:27:02 (EDT)
Just wanted to say hi, and that I've been a fan since the 80s. I started listening to you in high school jazz band. I still find trying to play your stuff difficult even 30 years later. Lol. Thank you you so much for being an inspiration all these years.
Lewis
- Friday, October 05, 2018 at 21:07:58 (EDT)
Hello Mr.Martino My name is Makoto Takasu who talked with you at the bar in Osaka. Thank you for your kindness and wonderful words. It became unforgettable moments to me. As you said to me, I'm here to write my Email address for private lesson. Please send me details to pulp39@softbank.ne.jp Thank you for giving me a great opportunity to take the lesson. And I'm very looking forward to see you again in States.
Makoto Takasu <pulp39 (at) softbank.ne.jp>
Osaka, Osaka Japan - Wednesday, October 03, 2018 at 13:37:32 (EDT)
Hey Pat, How are you? it's been quite a while since I've spoken to or seen you. Glad to see you're still going strong. I love you my brother.
Tim Reyes <mitseyer (at) gmail.com>
Archbald, Pa USA - Friday, September 28, 2018 at 23:15:36 (EDT)
Hi Pat, First time I heard your music was on Music Choice Jazz years ago with "El Hombre" from "Live At Yoshi's". Absolutely beautiful playing with an incredible energy to it. I bought that CD that same day. I've been listening to jazz quite a bit since my mid-teen years (I'm almost 53 now) and I REALLY like your playing style quite a bit. Your quiet pieces have a beautiful soulful sound to them as well. I've also been a keyboard player myself since I was a kid and savor to be able to at least approach your level of musicianship someday, too. I was trained in classical originally and didn't really get to try jazz until my 20's. I like how that genre very much to me speaks from the soul to the soul. Thank you so much for the AWESOME music and happy jamming! :)
Warren <wscheiman (at) hotmail.com>
Clearwater, FL US - Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at 18:19:37 (EDT)
Hi Pat - When you and your instrument and the music and the audience are one . . . What . . . ? How . . .? Where . . . ? Gone . . . gone . . . totally gone.
Carl Costello <carl.costello (at) greeningamerica.org>
Falls Chuch, VA USA - Thursday, September 20, 2018 at 19:22:08 (EDT)
Hi Pat, My wife (Laurie) and I recently had the distinct pleasure of listening to you perform at the Crown Continent Guitar Festival, and also attended your master class presentation. Your music is incredibly nuanced and delightful. Your master class was a wonderful experience! Thank you for sharing your knowledge, but even more so for sharing yourself! Your wisdom and admonition to be present in the moment was powerfully communicated by the way in which you embodied what you were recommending. I can offer no higher praise than to say that you reminded me of the Dalai Lama in the way that you were powerfully present in the moment. Your kindness and equanimity were an oasis of compassionate kindness. 🙏
Dennis Kole <Dennis (at) raveiskole.com>
Bellingham , WA USA - Tuesday, September 04, 2018 at 19:44:05 (EDT)
Hey Pat, Happy Birthday!. love your playing..Come to LA soon Please!!!
Todd Ashley <rjr0001 (at) gmail.com>
Indio, CA US - Monday, August 27, 2018 at 16:34:35 (EDT)
Happy belated birthday, Pat! I'm disappointed that Jazz at the Bistro in St. Louis doesn't have you on their 2018 - 2019 schedule. Do come back sometime soon!
Tom Galvin
Glen Carbon, IL USA - Monday, August 27, 2018 at 10:23:26 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat, i have loved your music since my teacher Tony Calabro introduced me to it many years ago. Unfortunately last time we were in the USA the timing wasnt right to see you play live - maybe next time! Have a wonderful day and keep making amazing music ! Carl from Australia
Carl
Australia - Sunday, August 26, 2018 at 07:24:53 (EDT)
Happy Birthday,Pat ! I hope all is well with you. May this year become a wonderful one for you. It’s an honor for me to listen to your live performance in JAPAN again. See you on September 26th, 1st show at COTTON CLUB Tokyo! Hiroshi Hagihara
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Sunday, August 26, 2018 at 05:11:51 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat!
Tony Angiulo <drydocked (at) optonline.net>
New Rochelle, NY USA - Sunday, August 26, 2018 at 00:34:31 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat! Hope you had a wonderful day.
Chels <chelsea.hooimeyer (at) gmail.com>
Heyfield, Victoria Australia - Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 23:07:40 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat! Wishing you all the best.
Chris
TRAFALGAR, VIC Australia - Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 20:39:20 (EDT)
Happy birthday Pat from all the Calabro's in Australia. Best wishes always, Tony Calabro and family.
Anthony Calabro <thecalabs (at) gmail.com>
Morwell, Victoria Australia - Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 19:21:43 (EDT)
Happy birthday hope all is well.Big hug from Mexico
Luis Cervantes <ocerv (at) yahoo.com>
Toluca, Mex Mexico - Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 17:37:01 (EDT)
We wish you happy birthday, Maestro. One Virgo to another.
John <john.mccook (at) gmail.com>
Mobile, AL usa - Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 14:48:55 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I brought some friends to the Side Door last night. It was a virtuoso performance by you and your band. Thanks for for visiting the Connecticut shore. Come back soon. Regards, Jack Gagne
Jack Gagne <jackgagne1 (at) me.com>
Old Saybrook, CT USA - Sunday, August 19, 2018 at 13:49:31 (EDT)
Dear ‘Liz, ..... I hope you’re better soon. Thanks so much for caring. It’s been a long time since the few moments we enjoyed. I send you my warmest, and look forward to the next time ! .
Pat
- Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 20:41:14 (EDT)
My heart is broken; I had looked forward all summer to your date at the Side Door. Got a sub, booked a motel room, borrowed a reliable car... and then threw my back out! I can't tell you how deep is my disappointment. (Years ago I met you in Illinois when you did a clinic for my former husband Fareed Haque.) Thank you for for all the love you've put out into this world, as well as the music. xo
Elizabeth Conant <elizabeth.conant (at) yahoo.com>
Saratoga Springs, NY US - Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at 14:09:06 (EDT)
Love the new home page. All may favorites.
Kevin Roberts <kmramr (at) verizon.net>
wdc, usa - Friday, August 10, 2018 at 09:59:17 (EDT)
Thank you Pat for your publications and materials presented about the guitar.when I watch your course you remind me of my dad who I miss greatly. Best wishes in your future
David
- Monday, August 06, 2018 at 15:49:22 (EDT)
Hi, Pat. I'm very happy to know your special live in Osaka Japan on 2 Oct 2018. I'm looking forward to seeing you in Osaka Japan!
YASUHIRO UEI <kawaramono1853 (at) yahoo.co.jp>
SAKAI CITY, OSAKA 日本 - Wednesday, August 01, 2018 at 06:10:36 (EDT)
Hi master pat! Youre my number one influence in guitar! Thank you. -william
william lettau <william_lattao (at) yahoo.com>
Toronto , ON Canada - Friday, July 06, 2018 at 10:13:28 (EDT)
Thank you my friiend, I send you my appreciations, and look forward to my next performance at NewMorn. I hope to see you when I’m there. For now I send you my love !
Pat Martino
- Sunday, July 01, 2018 at 21:31:36 (EDT)
Hello Master Pat i am a saxophniste from Paris , but before playing sax i play guitar for 15 years at that time you whas my heros , but still after !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! all the very very best for you Michel
Michel El malem <michel.elmalem (at) free.fr>
bercheres sur vesgre, France - Friday, June 29, 2018 at 15:57:49 (EDT)
Hi Pat Just wanted to thank you again for the tremendous inspiration that you have given me both in life and on the guitar. Thank you my brother, Mike Fageros
Mike Fageros <mfageros (at) yahoo.com>
Houston, Tx USA - Tuesday, June 19, 2018 at 01:56:38 (EDT)
Mr. Martino --I just wanted to say "thank you" for being such an inspiration to my guitar playing. Since I first heard your interpretation of sound, I have sought to improve my own playing. More over, I am inspired by your intense and creative understanding of the guitar and the creation of harmony. But most of all, I value your input as a fellow human being, caught between physical finitude and infinite creativity! Your philosophy of music translates into a philosophy of life which is as profound as it is beautiful. Thank you for all you have shared. All the best, John Duncan
John Duncan <jduncan (at) ou.edu>
Norman, OKLAHOMA United States - Wednesday, June 06, 2018 at 16:25:46 (EDT)
Thank you my friend. I deeply appreciate. I send you my warmest regards!
PM
- Sunday, June 03, 2018 at 23:41:08 (EDT)
Dear Master !! I love your music so much and also the bit of your life story that I could search. Ever since my father introduced me to Joyus Lake when I was 13 years old, I take your music to my ears and my heart wherever I go. I feel a gigantic desire to see you one day in this life, but the timeless gratitude that lives in me for your existence already makes me have you with me always next. We will always be together beloved Pat! With love and gratitude, Ju
Juliano Lodos Hernandes <juliano.hernandes (at) gmail.com>
São Paulo, SP Brazil - Friday, June 01, 2018 at 03:14:22 (EDT)
Love!
Stu Gollin <Leegollin (at) yahoo.com>
Conshohocken, PA United States - Monday, May 28, 2018 at 21:57:22 (EDT)
Dear Pat, thank you for your incredible playing and teaching, the Nature of Guitar, the geometric forms, the IChing, spirituality in music, especially your life story of overcoming adversity, and healing--inspiring! I'm learning a lot from your True Fire class and books, hope to see you live some day--steel and fire, Kevin
Kevin <koleary70 (at) yahoo.com>
Davis, California USA - Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at 16:47:55 (EDT)
Dear Pat. Just a line to thank you for a great evening at Ronnie Scott's London. Finally got to see you. Keep On Keeping On. Best wishes Al
Al <alanoconnor (at) btopenworld.com>
London, UK - Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at 14:59:21 (EDT)
I just wanted to say what a special thrill it was to be able to play and hang out with you at the Indy Jazz Fest. It's an experience I will always cherish. It was only the 3rd time I'd headlined at a jazz fest. I need to reach an acceptance that it's just not in my destiny to do many jazz gigs. Anyway, you don't want to hear me whine about no gigs. That meant so much to me when you told me you were happy to hear that I was on the festival.You're a true inspiration and I hope we can hang out and play together again sometime.
Royce Campbell <roycam52 (at) comcast.net>
Massanutten, Virginia United States - Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at 15:43:05 (EDT)
Pat, thank you very much for your yesterday's gig in Vienna. It was other-wordly. Always 'in the moment' - a great lesson on display there in the club. I am also extremely greatful and still thrilled about the time you spent with me after the show - that's never to be forgotten. Best regards!
Michał Husak <mikespost (at) op.pl>
Rybnik, Śląskie Polska - Monday, April 23, 2018 at 08:11:03 (EDT)
Dear Pat Martino, I am originally from Guatemala but live in Berlin. Just like 3 years ago we jumped in to a train full with excitement and went direct to Dortmund. What a joy it was to listen to you and your trio again! Unbelievably beautiful. Your lines kept on flowing like an endless river and your comping...I will just be happy to throughly understand a 10% of what your where doing! What a sense of rhythm. Intorre and Bianchi are amazing players! Thank you again Maestro for an amazing musical evening. We will keep the good feeling in our hearts for a long long time. I wish you and your trio great success for the rest of the tour. Peace
Damian Orantes <deorantes (at) gmail.com>
Berlin, Guatemala - Sunday, April 22, 2018 at 05:55:58 (EDT)
Dear Sir, I loved your performance at the Transition Jazz Festival in Tivoli, Utrecht. I was simply amazed how you, at your age and health wise been true, still play the guitar so well and blazing fast. You have my respect. Hopefully you will find your way back to the Transition Jazz Festival next year. If so, I definitely be on the front rows again. Keep on composing, playing, touring. So you will stay young in heart & soul. :-) Ciao 4 now.
Ricardo <ricardo.roumimper (at) gmail.com>
Arnhem, Holland - Sunday, April 15, 2018 at 14:47:04 (EDT)
Hi Pat, it was absolutely joyous to sit and listen to you play today. It was the opening of the jazz festival, and you were the first act. It was a great set and an excellent beginning. I realized the first time I met you was in 1972 at Gerdes Folk City in the village. The last time I heard you live was in 1977 at the New School. You sat in with a big band. I had a copy of your book hoping for you to sign it; however I could not get to you. Oh well! Life is good. Pat, Juanita nd I truly sends love.
Lennox seales <Seales99 (at) aol.com>
Savannah, Ga USA - Thursday, March 29, 2018 at 18:23:56 (EDT)
Hello! I was wondering if there was any chance of getting lead sheets for Mardi Gras and or Joyous Lake.
Tony Angiulo <drydocked (at) optonline.net>
New Rochelle, NY 2 Cameron Place - Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at 19:26:10 (EDT)
Pat, can't wait to see you at Ronnie Scotts on the 16th April. A request please? It would be wonderful if you could play Sunny. I can't tell you how often I have listened to the Umbria Jazz performance on YouTube. Thanks Colin
Colin
- Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 11:44:25 (EDT)
Dear Johnny, you have no idea how wonderful it is to hear from you after all these years! After so many things that were forgotten, I can clearly picture “The Wagon Wheel”, on 45th Street, as well as “hangin’ out”, and “sitting in”. I remember staying at the President Hotel on 48th Street, (btw 8th ave, and Broadway). That neighborhood was my home base during my early years with Willis “Gatortail”Jackson, (bless his soul!) up in Harlem at 135th & 7th, (Smalls Paradise). I can’t imagine how much you’ve seen since then! Nonetheless, I send you my thanks for such a wonderful reminder, along with my best wishes, and warmest regards!
Pat Martino
- Saturday, March 03, 2018 at 11:28:31 (EST)
Hi Pat: My name is Johnny Signorelli (Johnny Stevens). I don't know if you recall sitting in at The Wagon Wheel on 45th Street - Manhattan, in the 60's. You would use my Gretsch (single pickup jazz body) and sit in with Bobby Blue and his band. You simply blew us away! Here was this young kid from Philly playing such great guitar. I went on to play with the FireFlies and organ Trios, like you) I also worked with Vince Strong Organ Trio near the Wagon Wheel. It was the early years of rock but you were playing solid jazz. I'm 80 now, and it's a pleasure to remember you in your early years - great playing!! John Signorelli
John Signorelli <jsignorelli (at) tampabay.rr.com>
Sarasota, FL USA - Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at 13:44:56 (EST)
Pat - thank-you, thank-you, thank-you for playing at Amp tonight. I brought 2 friends and you now have 2 new, ardent fans. My only regret is not seeing Aya there. Best wishes and please come back soon.
Joan Bull <JoanBull11 (at) gmail.com>
Kensington, MD U.S. - Friday, February 16, 2018 at 22:13:40 (EST)
Hi Pat, Lennox here. Got cut off. Any how, looking forward to seeing you in March in Savannah. I have a new book. Leaping into the light. Hope you give it a read. Sincerely, Lennox
Lennox Seales <Seales99 (at) aol.com>
Savannah, Ga USA - Tuesday, February 06, 2018 at 14:12:37 (EST)
Hi Pat, I am so blessed to be a part of your teaching and playing process. I am truly great full
Lennox Seales
- Tuesday, February 06, 2018 at 14:07:31 (EST)
Hi Pat, so I have always loved to listen to jazz, but never learned to play the circle of 5ths. I learned your activities and they are magic and they work over circle of fifths jazz! Even though I know music theory, I don't know why the activities work and so I want to create my own activities, but I don't know how yet. You are great. Thanks for your activities!
Kevin Cox <kevindcox (at) yahoo.com>
Anaheim, CA US - Saturday, February 03, 2018 at 01:54:46 (EST)
To Mr.Pat Azzara Martino Dear Pat, I love listening to you talk about your life and experiences that you've endured throughout your life. It is quite fascinating and so unreal to me, that you faced all of those challenges and be able to explain them with such intricate detail. I experienced a terrible accident when I was a teenager, at 14 years old in 1974. I had just finished elementary school grade 8, actually two weeks prior to graduation, which I did not attend because, my family and I were going to Italy on a three and a half month holiday, so when we arrived in Italy after one week into the holiday I was in a terrible motorcycle accident, I was hit by a car on the highway and went through the front wind shield and back out of the car onto the street landing inches away from a curb on the highway. I was not wearing a helmet. My mother came to the scene of the accident and there was blood scattered on the road and where I had landed. She had found one of my shoes on the other side of the highway. I was taken to the hospital before my parents had arrived at the scene of the accident, so you could just imagine what they thought. The car that hit me had spun around when trying to brake. This happened on a two lane highway a section where the roads are in between towns. What I was told is that the car behind the car that hit me, honked his horn to indicate to the driver in front to let him pass him, but he started to accelerate and there I was driving the motorcycle and got hit in action. I was in a coma for just over a month, I had two broken legs, one of the legs was fractured and hanging with pins and big needles in a sling for a week before operation which a metal plate and screws were performed and put into my right leg. My school was notified about what had happened to me and this was announced over the P.A.in the morning before classes. I was told that sister Rosaline, the principle, yes she was a nun and very stern and strict. She had asked all the students to pray for me. When I awoke from the coma I had no recollection of any thing. I did not know where I was, what had happened, who all these strange people hovering over the hospital bed were. I felt like I had come out of one of the episodes from The Twilight Zone. What the hell just happened! wondering what happened to my hair it was gone shaved bald with many stitches to my head and face. I remember thinking I was in a bad dream or in parallel universe, everything felt so different and strange. I am lucky to be alive, that's what I was told by my family because they were told by doctors that I might never come out of the coma. VOILA. life has been extremely difficult and challenging, but still worth living amongst the living. Looking back on it all. LIVE IN THE MOMENT. I just want to add that you have given myself comfort with your music, your guitar playing, and being such a great human being. Looking forward to purchasing your book here and now. Note I just lost my mom on jan.05 2018 she was a very special person ,and not because she\s my mom but because she treated every person with a smile and with loving care. bless you mom. Thank You Mr. Pat Martino PS if you could respond to me it would mean so much. Also I would love to watch and listen to you play. any chance that you might come and play in Toronto, Canada or in and around Buffalo, New York Thanks again Pat, Your friend and fan Franco Cesta
Franco Cesta <fcesta (at) rogers.com>
Mississauga, Ontario Canada - Monday, January 22, 2018 at 02:02:04 (EST)
Pat - just spent a wonderful hour listening to Formidable. Thank you for the emotional risks you take here. I was truly moved, and damn the album swings too! Cheers!
George Ritchie <gritchie (at) gfrlaw.com>
Baltimore, MD USA - Friday, January 12, 2018 at 19:04:23 (EST)
Tony, ..... Thank you. All my Love ......... 😍
Pat Martino
- Wednesday, January 03, 2018 at 23:12:12 (EST)
Hi Pat, I was sitting right up front for your first set at Chris’ just after Thanksgiving. I was with Ron Hassinger and we enjoyed the performance immensely. Pat you are such an inspiration, I got off the stool tonight just shy of two hours of practice and thought of you as I often do knowing the amount of time you practice and dedication you have as a person and professional musician. As we age it doesn’t get any easier but watching you gives me such energy and encouragement. Thank you for your music and you spirit as both give me new renewed energy and musical influence. I continue to study your book since my lesson of a few years back and as you say “let the guitar teach you”. I wish you all the very best of health happiness and HIS blessings this new year and always. Best Tony Molino
Tony Molino <atmolino (at) comcast.net>
Williamstown , NJ USA - Wednesday, January 03, 2018 at 22:18:58 (EST)
Hi Pat, this is my second post in your guest book section; I also had the enormous pleasure of meeting you personally in Uruguay in your Teatro Solis Concert; in that occasion we chatted about the incredible influence you have been to all modern jazz guitarists, and how your theories are absolutely brilliant; now Pat ,i would like to send my deepest and sincerest wish of love, happiness and prosperity to you and all your dear ones , and to thank you for your creation of the modern vocabulary for Jazz Guitar, thank you Master all the best
Daniel Bertolone <danielbertolone (at) hotmail.com>
Balneario Salinas, Uruguay - Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at 12:25:16 (EST)
One of my favorite artist transcending the boundaries of music. I'll be flying to Palermo, Sicily on 7 april to see and listen whatever he'll be performing. Praying to be blessed by This Autumn's Ours...though.
Stefano Calabrese
- Thursday, November 30, 2017 at 15:36:22 (EST)
Pat: I want to reiterate how much we enjoyed your outstanding first set at Chris’ last Saturday. The performances by you and the entire band were inspiring, and have given me many ideas to tap into in my own playing. I also don’t think I’ve ever seen a band so enjoy the music they were creating, especially your organist and drummer. A very hearty Thank You!
Isaac Levy
Philadelphia, PA - Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 00:25:25 (EST)
Hi Pat, What a great night on Saturday! The whole band was smokin', and you were on fire as always. Listened to Formidable twice already, so glad I could pick it up that night. The Great Stream was a special treat for me, first heard you play it live at Grendel's Lair in '73. Thanks for always taking a moment to chat. Looking forward to the next encounter. All the best, Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Monday, November 27, 2017 at 10:10:49 (EST)
Happy Thanksgiving, Pat. I am thankful to know that I'll be seeing your first set at Chris' this Saturday with my musician buddy Justin, who will be seeing you for his first time. Gonna be great, I know it!
Bill Covaleski
Glenmoore, PA USA - Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 12:46:44 (EST)
Hello Pat! I just bought Formidable and finished hearing it. It’s just smoking! I love it! (The whole band is grooving high in Hipsippy Blues!) Thanks again for the great music. Happy to know that you’re going to Europe next year. I hope to hear you and shake your hand again in Germany. Peace and love :)
Damian Orantes Palencia <deorantes (at) gmail.com>
Guatemala, Guatemala - Thursday, November 23, 2017 at 01:18:09 (EST)
Hey Pat, can't wait to see you again Saturday night at Chris', hope the new CD will be available to pick up then. Happy Thanksgiving!
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 15:04:14 (EST)
You and your music are so inspiring to me. Thank you Joe
Joe Overmyer <overmyerram (at) hotmail.com>
fairfield, IA United States - Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at 21:54:23 (EST)
Hi Pat-I met you backstage at Yoshi's when you recorded with Joey and Billy. It was a wonderful moment for me as I have followed your career since 1968. We talked about your 12 string you used on Desperado. I study that album lots and your ideas are the greatest. I met a pianist name Bobby Pierce who played very organistic lines-he said I grew up in Columbus with Don Patterson. Thanks much for your creativity and talent.
john nichols <owlameda1 (at) msn.com>
alameda, ca usa - Monday, November 13, 2017 at 04:50:02 (EST)
Dear Pat, la tua Palermo e la Sicilia ti aspettano con gioia al concerto del prossimo 7 aprile al Brass Group. Sarei felice, in quell'occasione, di ringraziarTi per la magnifica musica che regali alle mie giornate.
ernesto oliva <ernesto_oliva (at) yahoo.it>
Palermo, Sicily Italia - Sunday, November 12, 2017 at 16:41:27 (EST)
Hi Pat, I love your new CD. Especially love the re-reocrding of two of your compositions, Nightwings and On the Stairs. Thank you. Hope to hear you again in person soon when you return to the SF/Oakland Bay area. Love the sax/trumpet addition to your trio. Take care...enjoy!
Michael Irvine <mirvn (at) me.com>
El Sobrante, CA USA - Saturday, November 11, 2017 at 03:31:56 (EST)
Hey Pat, my name is Theo, I am originally from Athens Greece 32 years old. Your art has been a part of my life. I am also a guitar player and one of my everyday practices includes your methods and solos. You are a true blessing in this world. Thank you for your art and knowledge.
Theo <theo.gkoutsidis (at) gmail.com>
Birmingham, AL United States of America - Thursday, November 09, 2017 at 12:35:57 (EST)
Driving into work this morning, Checkn out Formidable, Beautifully done.
Krob <kmramr (at) verizon.net>
Wdc, - Monday, October 30, 2017 at 08:53:40 (EDT)
Welcome Back. The CD is Great! Added to Sun-Music.net and Jazz 24/7 from WGBH Boston.
Tessil Collins <sol (at) sun-music.net>
Boston, MA United States - Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 20:25:45 (EDT)
Enjoyed Formidable very much. Trio plus horns a nice vibe. The mention of Grant Green in the liner notes hit home...felt that in the music just a touch. Great music, thank you.
John <john.mccook (at) gmail.com>
'Murica... - Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at 19:32:28 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I have your new CD playing (for fourth time since it was released yesterday) louder than I probably should! Enjoying every note from all the players. Wonderful, Pat! Hope to see you back in the Bowling Green OH area sometime soon! Love from BG--Dan.
Dan Wiegmann <ddwiegmann (at) gmail.com>
Bowling Green, OH United States - Saturday, October 21, 2017 at 12:44:39 (EDT)
I have heard of Pat Martino but had not heard him until tonight - I was waiting for my kids and listening to KCCK and heard the tune Bolita from the Willis Jackson LP - Single Action - I was just blown away by the tune and by Pat's awesome guitar work both comping and solo - just fantastic - always nice to discover something new - to me - look forward to checking out all your stuff - God Bless
Rocco Conte <mattawomanbeantown (at) gmail.com>
Cedar Rapids, IA USA - Thursday, October 19, 2017 at 22:20:54 (EDT)
Now, I'm listening to your great NHK Radio Recording in Japan on SEP 2017. When I found "Live at Yoshi's" and listened to your exciting Guitar play for the first time, I have been crazy about your music until now. I'm looking forward to your new album. Please take care of yourself !
YASUHIRO UEI
Osaka, Japan - Thursday, October 19, 2017 at 11:03:33 (EDT)
Thank you Pat for sharing your ideas about music and life. Bought some of your guitar strings (15's) great tone, have them on all my guitars. Self taught, guitar playing has brought muck joy in my life. Thanks again!
Gordon Taylor <gordontaylor38848 (at) gmail.com>
Lorain, Ohio United States - Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 12:52:15 (EDT)
Hello Pat, I have been listening to you since the early 80s and am excited that you'll be in Buffalo in October. Looking forward to seeing play live!!
Jim Tennies <olijtennies (at) gmail.com>
Westfield, NY US - Friday, September 22, 2017 at 10:27:34 (EDT)
Hi Pat I just discovered your music on spotify! Sunny is my favourite song. Please come to Los Angeles! I would love to see you live.
Tatiana Bustamante <tatluvsflowers (at) yahoo.com>
Pomona, CA United States - Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at 16:35:48 (EDT)
Hello from Brazil, Pat! There's not much to say, but... Thanks for everything! Hope you're fine! =)
Viktor De Lima <viktorlima (at) gmail.com>
Indaiatuba, SP Brazil - Tuesday, September 05, 2017 at 02:48:53 (EDT)
Pat, I took lessons and seminars with you at GIT in 1980 and it meant so much to me to be around a gifted musician like yourself thanks for your inspiration through the years I hope this finds you in good health ! I can't begin to tell you how influential you have been to me and so many others, peace and love, MB
Mike Barnes <ashevilleguitar (at) gmail.com>
Asheville , NC USA - Sunday, August 27, 2017 at 16:55:37 (EDT)
Sending wishes for another great solar orbit!
John <john.mccook (at) gmail.com>
Mobile, AL - Saturday, August 26, 2017 at 17:28:27 (EDT)
Dear Pat: Hello and hope you're doing fine. Happy Birthday today(August 25). Cheers, Otto
Otto Greenleaf <Vortex31 (at) yahoo.com>
Woodlyn, Pa. USA - Friday, August 25, 2017 at 12:15:34 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat! Wishing you many more birthdays filled with good health and great Jazz! Thank you so much for the last 45 years of jazz guitar inspiration! It was an honor and joy to reconnect at the Blue Note Napa in March. I look forward to meeting up with you again soon. Cheers, Charlie
Charlie Tresca <winecountryjazzguitar (at) gmail.com>
Ukiah, CA U.S.A. - Friday, August 25, 2017 at 11:23:15 (EDT)
Happy birthday, Pat! I hope that you can come back to the St. Louis area soon.
Tom Galvin
Swansea, IL USA - Friday, August 25, 2017 at 09:13:50 (EDT)
Have a wonderful Birthday Pat. I'm looking forward to our up coming visit.
Andre Ferreri <droidjazz (at) gmail.com>
Charlotte, NC United States - Friday, August 25, 2017 at 08:25:04 (EDT)
Dear Pat, wish you a very nice birthday, a special wonderfull day - thank you for beeing here - your enlightening wisdom specially beyond music. Thank you and HAPPY BIRTHDAY
felix <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Friday, August 25, 2017 at 00:33:42 (EDT)
Please have a Wonderful BirthDay Mr Pat Martino! with Love and Respect
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 13:27:53 (EDT)
Happy happy Birthday !!
mitsuhiro harada
nagasaki, japan - Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 12:47:25 (EDT)
Happy Birthday wishes, Pat. With love from Mikey Dimples and me. We saw you last December in Philly. Still as great as ever.
Michele Birtch <mcbirtch (at) gmail.com>
ABSECON, NJ USA - Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 06:32:53 (EDT)
Happy Birthday,Pat ! I hope all is well with you. May this year become a wonderful one for you and your beautiful wife Aya-san. See you soon in Kumamoto Prefecture! All best, Hiroshi Hagihara of IC JAPAN Co.,Ltd.
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 01:07:21 (EDT)
Hi Pat, greeting from indonesia, late i found you, i'm so exciting!. You are an inspiration to me to learn more about guitar, no more words can say. God bless you Pat!
Andre Bahar <andre.bhr (at) gmail.com>
Palembang, Indonesia - Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at 04:48:29 (EDT)
Dear Pat. I purchased your TrueFire course on The Nature of Guitar. I watch it over and over. It is phenomenal. Not just the wonderful instruction but the interviews where you are so open and gracious. Thank you so much for sharing all of your knowledge. You have reacquainted myself and no doubt others,through this course with the idea of exploration and child like playfulness and curiosity. I could go on and on but really I just wanted to say thanks. So Thank You Pat. Best wishes Patrick.
Patrick <patrickotoole1 (at) gmail.com>
Ireland - Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 19:58:22 (EDT)
Dear Jimmy, ...... thank you so much for the kind words. I hope that we do cross paths in the near future. Until then both me, and my wife Ayako send you, and Junko our best wishes, and warmest regards!
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA USA - Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 14:50:58 (EDT)
Dear Sensei, Thank you deeply for so many years of intense inspiration and enlightening wisdom not only in music but in life itself... May you always be blessed safe throughout your journeys... My wife Junko and I hope to meet you someday soon! Peace and Love, Guitarist, Jimmy Dormire Jimmy
Jimmy Dormire <jimmydormire (at) yahoo.com>
Altamont, TN USA - Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 12:37:50 (EDT)
Dear Pat, here is wishing you a happy birthday. From Juanita &Lennox Seales. Here is wishing you lots of love and blessings .
Lennox seales <Lseales64 (at) gmail.com>
Savannah, Ga USA - Saturday, August 05, 2017 at 21:32:33 (EDT)
Dear Pat Was fortunate enough to attend your sold-out show at Yoshi's last week. Your heartfelt gratitude to the audience was expressed so beautifully in both your words and your playing. What a beautiful gesture to your fans. As always it was a pleasure to see you. For myself so many times over so many years there is no one else who takes it where you go. All the best to you. RC
RC
- Monday, July 17, 2017 at 14:29:46 (EDT)
Dear mr martino, I have been a fan since the mid sixtys, I'm still blown out listening to El Hombre..And watching you play never ceases to amaze me.Also I love your instructional videos on youtube..They, like you are nothing short of amazing. You have a most unique approach to the guitar..Which have been very helpful to my own meager attempts at playing the guitar..thank you sir
jack marion <jmarion2 (at) ca.rr.com>
costa mesa, ca usa - Sunday, July 16, 2017 at 00:56:23 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I really enjoyed your Outpost Performances and guitar clinic in Albuquerque on 7/14/17 and 7/15/17. Thanks for making us a stop on your tour. PS Come back soon!
Ed <ejotool (at) comcast.net>
Peralta, NM USA - Saturday, July 15, 2017 at 13:24:14 (EDT)
Dear Pat, It was a privilege to attend your amazing performance tonight at the Moss theatre in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, and and honor to be able to meet you in person back stage afterward. It was my goal for many years to return to the guitar one day. I have always enjoyed playing the guitar, and learning jazz improvisation seemed so complicated and demanding investment in appreciable time, that I thought it will not be attainable, until I discovered your two courses: The Nature of the Guitar, and Linear Progressions, which I am currently studying. As I expressed to you tonight when we met, I am very interested to meet with you after I complete these two courses and had a chance to absorb and practice the material, for Few days of intensive study where we can spend something like two hours a day TBD. It would be a dream come true to me to be able to study and learn from you. Please advise, With best regards, -David.
David Rochblatt <David.j.rochbaltt (at) jpl.nasa.gov>
Sherman Oaks, Ca USA - Sunday, July 09, 2017 at 04:11:02 (EDT)
Hello!!! Mr. Martino, Pleasure meeting you friday evening @ Blues Alley. I'm incredibly grateful for your performance and being able to talk with you about the circle of fifths, negative harmony, and sacred geometry. I hope to meet with you again when you are in the DC/Baltimore area or make arrangements to meet in Philadelphia sometime! Sincerely, Alex Bizzarro
Alex Bizzarro <bizzar96 (at) students.rowan.edu>
Lusby, MARYLAND United States - Monday, June 26, 2017 at 12:22:46 (EDT)
Dug that version of Oleo last nite @Blues in the alley. Thanks Brother Mac-tough
Kevin Roberts <kmramr (at) verizon.net>
wdc, - Saturday, June 24, 2017 at 08:09:30 (EDT)
Congrats on the 50th anniversary of El Hombre. We ope you have a wonderful weekend at Blues Alley and wish we could be there, we will be in spirit.
John <john.mccook (at) gmail.com>
Mobile, - Thursday, June 22, 2017 at 19:58:35 (EDT)
Master Martino, I check regularely your tour plan (to see when you will be back in Europe!) and I saw the gigs you performed for two years as a quintet with Adam Niewood and Alex Norris. I am extremely curious to hear such an exciting combo, and I was wondering if we would have the chance to hear you with this line-up on our side of the ocean.... or to access in a near future to a recording? Do you plan publishing a record in quintet? It would be so great! Thank you so much for your inspiring play and your rewarding attitude, and I wish you all the best, Bertrand (Luxembourg)
Bertrand Magron <bmagron (at) hotmail.com>
Ettelbruck, Luxembourg - Monday, June 19, 2017 at 06:41:13 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I was able to hear you at the Blue Note in Napa a couple of months ago. We talked briefly while you were relaxing at the bar. We talked about your album Stone Blue. I am busy working on the tunes from Jørg Heauser' transcriptions. I will again have the pleasure of hearing you with your trio at Yoshi's on July 11. Can't wait! Mike
Mike Irvine <mirvn (at) me.com>
El Sobrante, CA USA - Friday, June 16, 2017 at 22:58:21 (EDT)
just checking in Pat. I back in philly area hopefully I get a chance to see you soon!
chuck <mal1611 (at) aol.com>
coatesville, PA USA - Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 07:40:00 (EDT)
Thanks Pat for your music from a french acoustic guitarist . www.regiscoisne.com
regis coisne <regiscoisne (at) gmail.com>
montargis, France - Thursday, June 08, 2017 at 16:52:29 (EDT)
Hello, Mr.Martino. Thanks for your wonderful performance at the Seoul Jazz Festival 2017. The encore number "Sunny" was just perfect. I feel so lucky to see you performing again, I thought I'd never be able to. Thanks for visiting my city, and I deeply hope it wouldn't be your last. Thanks again!
Inmo Koo <inmo247 (at) gmail.com>
Seoul, Korea - Tuesday, June 06, 2017 at 01:22:08 (EDT)
Hi Pat, My wife Amanda and I saw you at your final performance at the Iridium May 6. It was my Birthday and we were on our honeymoon. Your concert was our first destination when we arrived in New York! When I met you after the show you were so kind and let me get a picture. Very down to earth guy and you have inspired me greatly. My only regret is not giving you one of my picks as to give you something to show that you have inspired a young guitar player to take playing more serious. If there is an address that I can send it to please email me back. Thank you and all the best!
Michael Ball <michaelball709 (at) gmail.com>
St. Johns, NL Canada - Monday, May 15, 2017 at 11:46:23 (EDT)
Mr. Martino, I am eagerly awaiting your performance in Seattle this Summer!
Kyle Cianchetta <cianchetta0 (at) gmail.com>
Seattle, WA US - Friday, May 12, 2017 at 02:12:33 (EDT)
Dear Pat, thank you for an amazing set at Chris's last Saturday and for playing Mac Tough. It was wonderful to be in the moment with you and to meet you briefly after the show. An honor to know you, and fan for 44 years, Paul
Paul <paullindenmaier (at) gmail.com>
Stockbridge, MA USA - Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 16:57:00 (EDT)
Hello! How are you? I hope all is well with you. Your Japan tour in May is approaching! I reserved the second show of Friday on 26th at COTTON CLUB. Would you please play EL HOMBLE for me if you can. Please check "Pat Martino Fansite" on facebook. Site's manager is me. I look forward to being able to meet you now.
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Monday, April 17, 2017 at 10:19:28 (EDT)
Dear Pat - We're bringing a little party to see the early show at Chris' this Saturday. We are huge fans and I surprised our friends who are driving in from Massachusetts with reservations. If I can be so bold as to make a request, my friend Paul's favorite tune of yours is Mac Tough. It would be so cool if you could possibly play that. If not, believe me, we will love whatever you play! Thanks so much for the wonderful music. Sincerely, Caitlin
Caitlin
Huntingdon Valley, PA USA - Thursday, April 13, 2017 at 13:33:53 (EDT)
Hello Pat, I was listening to Remember quite a bit these last few days and feeling nostalgic about all the wonderful performances at Blues Alley. I do hope the roads will lead us to cross paths again one day. All the best to you both. Stephanie sends her best as well.
John <john.mccook (at) gmail.com>
Mobile, AL - Thursday, April 06, 2017 at 17:32:18 (EDT)
Dear Pat, thank you so much for allowing my son and friends backstage last night at the Reading Jazz Fest, it was such and honor to finally meet you and talk to you about my old Berklee roommate Garrison (Gary) Fewell. Pat Bianchi, Carmen, Alex and Adam were wonderful and awe-inspiring too. Gary took me to see you in '74, at the Tower Theater in Philly and I will never forget it. Thank you for a lifetime of the most wonderful music. - Brian Huff
Brian Huff <brianehuff (at) gmail.com>
COllegeville, PA USA - Sunday, April 02, 2017 at 08:53:34 (EDT)
Hi Pat. I am 8 years old and a student of Tony Calabro. I have been learning the guitar for just over a year and I like your music. My favourite is Lazy Bird because of your fast and accurate picking. I am so appreciative that my teacher has recommended your music so I can aspire to be as good as you are. Thanks for all your wonderful songs.
Josh <dbjriggingptyltd (at) bigpond.com>
Traralgon, VIC Australia - Saturday, April 01, 2017 at 01:00:20 (EDT)
Pat Thank you for all the wonderful music throughout the years May the angels always be around you, your family, and your friends! alan***********
alan sekulow <starforest8 (at) yahoo.com>
las vegas, NM USA - Wednesday, March 22, 2017 at 12:28:33 (EDT)
I am still in awe of your performance last night at Cafe Pink House in Saratoga, CA. Mesmerizing and soulful, while technically superior in every way. Beautiful songs. And Hammond player and drummer were stunning as well. I'm going to practice some scales now.
David Martin <dhmart (at) gmail.com>
Saratoga, CA USA - Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 19:44:46 (EDT)
Pat, it was an absolute honor and joy to see you again and chat in Napa after 45 years! As always, your playing and composing are inspirational. I sent your love to your nephew, Larry. I also posted pictures of your performance on our Jazz Guitar Addition FB page. I hope you come back to Blue Note Napa. Can't wait to see you again! Best Regards, Charlie
Charlie Tresca <winecountryjazzguitar (at) gmail.com>
Ukiah, California United States - Saturday, March 18, 2017 at 14:59:02 (EDT)
best wishes; ever thought about a Pat Martino Radio? it would take the decision-making out of listening to your beauty; please... so it can run all day without the choice of one piece or another
Victor <victorpodeanu (at) outlook.com>
Bucharest, Romania - Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 15:25:07 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I am a full time guitar player and had the pleasure of watching your video on True fire The Nature of Guitar. I will be working on it for a long time. In Summery you talked about your life and shared your personal life and feelings in a segment called “ What’s beneath the Stone”. Wow, I think you just changed my life, because of my own feelings towards guitar and the way I relate to the world, people as time goes by. All I know is that it was a very moving summery and I wanted to thank you for being so humble and open with your feelings and thoughts on you life. I hope that someday I can be a great guitar player although I am very lucky to be able to support myself playing guitar.
Alan Stevens <kimos55 (at) yahoo.com>
Kihei, Hi USA - Monday, March 06, 2017 at 19:01:26 (EST)
Hi Pat,I Just wanted to drop in and say hello. I hope all is well with You and Aya. I see you will be playing here in town at the Iridium in May . And I'm going to do my best to get in to see you. Its very sad to Hear of Larry Coryell"s Passing. Please stay well and be blessed . And keep Drinking that Wheat Grass !
Bobby Corsetti <Bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, N.Y. USA - Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at 21:28:09 (EST)
Mr Martino, you are, to me, the most respectable - other than great - jazz guitar player around. I was blown away by you with "Dreamsville" back in the old days. Now I just heard "Footprints" and a great nostalgia came over. As long as guys like you are around, jazz lives, against all odds.
Alexandre Mihanovich <alexandremihanovich (at) gmail.com>
Sao Paulo, SP Brazil - Sunday, February 12, 2017 at 00:52:10 (EST)
Mr.Martino,my name is Michael Stevens and i'm a multi instrumentalists,composer and arranger from Kansas City,Missouri.I want to thank you for all the wonderful music that you have given us and continue to give us.You are a great inspiration to millions of people all over the world.I wish you many more years of great music.Thank you.
Michael Stevens <michaelstevens8 (at) hotmail.com>
Kansas City, Missori United States - Wednesday, February 08, 2017 at 20:10:38 (EST)
Happy Anniversary baby got you on my mind!(February 7). Nice guitar playing as well.
Otto Greenleaf <Vortex31 (at) yahoo.com>
Woodlyn, Pa. USA - Tuesday, February 07, 2017 at 11:39:07 (EST)
Dear Pat, I have enjoyed your music very much over the years and have many of your records, as well as those of artists you have worked with. I recently did a blog post about a good shopping day in DC, where I picked up records by Trudy Pitts, Willis Jackson and Don Patterson that you played on. If you would like to read it, go to joeleturner.wordpress.com. Regardless, I wish you peace and good health. Joel E. Turner
Joel E. Turner <joeleturner (at) comcast.net>
Havertown, PA USA - Monday, February 06, 2017 at 14:49:48 (EST)
Dear Mr. Martino would you in the near future come to Play in Germany ore may be even Munich were i live ? i can commend Bayerisch Hof jazz club, nice atmosphere god audience Yours. Peer Zinglersen best wishes and you great Biography
Peer Zinglersen <Zinglersen (at) aol.com>
munich, Baberya Germany - Sunday, February 05, 2017 at 17:25:32 (EST)
Pat, love you and miss you! Gonna try to make it out to one of your shows soon!
Mike Fageros <mfageros (at) yahoo.com>
Houston, TX USA - Saturday, February 04, 2017 at 20:26:56 (EST)
I suggested that SF Jazz Center book you after your upcoming Napa shows but got no reply. Their loss.
philip gara <whodrixlab (at) sbcglobal.net>
San francisco, California United States - Saturday, February 04, 2017 at 16:57:06 (EST)
Pat, Introduced one of my sons to your "The Maker" release. You've got a new fan! Love you work, have for years. You've give me hours and hours of joy listening to your music. Thank you for sharing your gift with us. All the best to you. Jeff
Jeff Richards <jeffandjaneare (at) gmail.com>
La Mesa, CA United States - Saturday, February 04, 2017 at 13:52:34 (EST)
miss you Pat! Happy New Year ! Winds of the old days! Love, chuck
chuck mallon <mal1611 (at) aol.com>
phila , pa 19320 - Monday, January 30, 2017 at 12:57:48 (EST)
i wonder how you like my cd Pat www.roundtownsound.com i now have a 2003 pat martino gibson
craig morrison <morrisoncraig (at) yahoo.com>
phila, PA usa - Sunday, January 29, 2017 at 12:23:44 (EST)
I'm a big fan and have been for many years. Thanks for all the great music and keep it up. I'm a 72 yr old guitarist...in bands since the 50s and still "doing it". Thanks for the inspiration.
Gary Huggins <hugginsgary (at) hotmail.com>
Paris, TX USA - Thursday, January 26, 2017 at 08:06:55 (EST)
Hey Pat, I'm a 16 year old guitarist, and I'd like to say that you and Wes have been the biggest influences on my playing (Wes my technique and you my sound, if you can separate the two). In fact, your Impressions was the first jazz song I learned (I found a transcription online). 3 years in, I have just finished learning Passata on Guitar, and I'm moving onto learning Prelude from Starbright. Thank you!
Navin
NJ USA - Monday, January 16, 2017 at 21:03:15 (EST)
Pat Martino a living Legend this guy is on a whole nother level he can help you become a more fulfilled musician by tapping in to your creative force with in your mind . no Joke.
Fresh Water Records <james.kegler (at) yahoo.com>
Fayetteville , NC United States - Tuesday, January 03, 2017 at 07:46:26 (EST)
Happy New Year Pat and Aya !! Much love to both of you from the Corsetti's Bobby and Gabrielle
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, N.Y. U.S.A - Sunday, January 01, 2017 at 15:38:53 (EST)
HAPPY NEW YEAR PAT !!!!!!!!!!! it is so essential to know you in the world - thank you so much ---- HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!!!!!!!
felix <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Sunday, January 01, 2017 at 00:40:47 (EST)
Dear Pat and Aya-san : Happy New Year,Pat! How are you? I hope all is well with you. I'm pretty well. I wish you this year filled with peace, good health and happiness. I'm looking forward to listening to your splendid performance in JAPAN, Tokyo this year!! All best, Hiroshi Hagihara from Tokyo.
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Saturday, December 31, 2016 at 20:37:06 (EST)
Pat.. When you were at GIT did Howard Roberts ever talk to you about his new Gibson Fusion guitar ? Ken
Ken
Honolulu, Hi USA - Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 05:08:49 (EST)
Hey! I'm watching your Lotos festival gig right now on Mezzo. It is just delicious. You are playing like Godfather. I'm sure Miles Davis also feels what i feel while i'm watching. Keep up the good work. Happy X-Mas btw. Would love to check out my band's music on spotify or youtube. It'called Al'York. Have a nice one. Love and hugs to your beautiful music.
Al York <alyorkmusic (at) gmail.com>
Ankara, Ankara Turkey - Sunday, December 25, 2016 at 18:29:41 (EST)
Hi Pat, I have a few questions and comments on your great book, Linear Expressions. I was thinking of posting an Amazon review, but want to first make sure my comments are accurate. They may be helpful to other guitar players. Unfortunately, too lengthy for this mode. Is there some other way I can deliver my comments to you ? Thanks much.
David Goldenberg <Ltristano2008 (at) gmail.com>
Latham, NY 12110 - Friday, December 23, 2016 at 15:30:07 (EST)
Dear Mr. Martino I´ve just ordered your classes from dc music school. When I started watching your introduction, I thought I finally landed on the planet I was looking for for so many years. I simply wanted to express my upmost gratitude for those wonderful classes. Thank you so much. Cheers, Wolf
Wolfgang Eisenhuth <eisenhuth (at) ub.edu>
Barcelona, Catalonia Spain - Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at 11:05:52 (EST)
Dear Pat, Thank you for coming to Israel, inspiring ! It seems you have amazing timing, emphasizing of beat. Any recommendations on how to practice timing ? Thank you, Ronen
Ron <rhalsadi (at) gmail.com>
Tel Aviv, Israel - Sunday, December 11, 2016 at 01:55:21 (EST)
There are no words to describe how exciting it was to see and hear you. It was a pleasure and I hope I'll get to see you again someday soon. You are Inspiring, soulful and special. Thank you.
Hadar <hadaradar (at) gmail.com>
Tel Aviv, Israel - Friday, December 09, 2016 at 11:42:13 (EST)
Enjoy your music and talent. Was great seeing you yesterday in Israel !
Ronen
Tel Aviv, Israel - Friday, December 09, 2016 at 00:56:33 (EST)
Mr. Martino, My son, William(Age 6 at the time) and I had the pleasure of hearing you this past April at Scullers in Boston. Musically, the show was extraordinary. This, in and of itself, would have been plenty to keep the two of us smiling for days but when we had the brief opportunity to meet you and tell you that William was, in fact, an amazing young drummer you said "I really hope that I get to play with you someday". William and I took your words to heart. Thank you very much for taking the time to genuinely connect with an amazing young man. You provided both him and his father(a guitarist and long-time admirer of yours)a truly special moment. I hope this finds you well. Sincerely, Eric Lindberg
Eric Lindberg <ericstevenlindberg (at) gmail.com>
Boscawen, NH United States - Friday, November 18, 2016 at 12:34:26 (EST)
Dearest Jean, thank you so much for sharing this with me. I send you my deepest condolence for the loss of Jeff. More than anything, I offer a prayer for your well being, ….. a hope that the love you shared for 40 years remains a temple for your embrace.
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA - Thursday, November 17, 2016 at 07:21:23 (EST)
Dear Mr. Martino, this is a sad message to let you know that a student of yours from back in the 1970's has passed away. His name is Jeff Harbaugh from Center City. He went on to teach others to play and sent a few on to Berklee and GIT. He was my husband of 40 years, a Viet Nam vet and a great player. God bless and keep you, sir.
Jean O'Donnell <odonnellj (at) lakeodessa.net>
Loachapoka, AL USA - Wednesday, November 16, 2016 at 15:55:26 (EST)
Aloha Pat, thank you for the amazing inspiration! I've been listening to you a lot lately and last night was working new ideas out in my dreams relating to diminished sounds, think it has to do with you. Mahalo Nui, endless gratitude as we say in these islands.
Kavika Rives <posiwaves528 (at) gmail.com>
Pahoa, Hawaii - Monday, November 14, 2016 at 15:27:00 (EST)
Hello Pat, Many thanks for your taking the time to come out and greet the 'Lehman Crew' last night after the smoking set at Zankel. We were all thrilled to be there and get to meet you. And thanks for inscribing the book of your solos as well. Keep going man! Hope to catch you again sometime soon. Also: shout out to Joseph Donofrio for helping make this all happen. You helped create a lot of great memories for some young musicians. Best, Robert Windbiel
robert windbiel <windbiel (at) aol.com>
New York, NY United States - Saturday, November 05, 2016 at 14:04:06 (EDT)
Pat - Heard you for the first time last night at Zankel Hall. You and your group are terrific musicians BUT why in the world do you use (such enormous) amplification in a place with such fabulous acoustics. We were in row E center and I had to stuff paper in my ears to keep from going deaf. Have you got any idea of how loud you guys play? It really spoiled the experience for me and my wife. On the other hand, most of the crowd loved it. As a musician myself, I have to tell you we would have left, quietly, after the intermission if there had been one but we were stuck there gradually losing our hearing. Perhaps you have already lost yours and are insensitive to the noise level?
Raphael Richman
New York, NYNY - Saturday, November 05, 2016 at 09:17:25 (EDT)
Thanks Pat Martino ... I'm a big fan of your music and your teachings about the guitar ... Linear Expressions ...
Franky <myown211237 (at) gmail.com>
stoughton, ma U.S.A. - Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at 19:49:56 (EDT)
Thanks, again, for coming to Bowling Green State University for the Orchard Guitar Festival! It was an awesome weekend for all of us in northwestern Ohio that were able to attend! My apologies for not having some bananas for the trip to the airport Sunday morning!
Bill Taborn, Jr. <btaborn (at) juno.com>
Grand Rapids, OH USA - Wednesday, October 26, 2016 at 11:45:27 (EDT)
Hi Pat. Just wanted to thank you for contributing to TrueFire. I actually joined because of you. I have been playing a long time but there are always things missing in my playing. I am self-taught, though I did spend about 6 months under Ray Gomez personally, and that changed me a lot. The reason I even joined TrueFire was because after I heard you talking about guitar, it reminded me of how I viewed the instrument. It is a love and an adventure. Thanks so much for, what I believe, will be a brand new adventure in playing. Thank you so much!!!
Michael Mirabal <mirawho (at) gmail.com>
chatsworth, ca US - Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at 20:21:14 (EDT)
Dear Pat! How are you? Best wishes from Vienna. Just spent a wonderful hour with your music - thank you! Hope to see you soon here again, we miss you!
jezeline
Vienna, Austria - Monday, October 10, 2016 at 11:18:54 (EDT)
Your Guest Book may not be the proper venue for asking questions but I'm working through your innovative style and extraordinary video "The Nature of Guitar" and have one. Let me first say that as didactic as you can be, so spiritual are your presentations, as well. (My favorite guitar players are Joe Pass, Jimmy Bruno...a fellow Philadelphian, and you.) Are you always playing D min7 as the relative minor of F maj7? Sometimes, it seems that you are playing D min7 as the "2" of C maj7. I've studied your book "Linear Expressions" and your DVD "Creative Force: Complete" but cannot get clear on this matter.
Howard Weiner <howard (at) hmweinermd.com>
Boca Raton, FL USA - Sunday, October 09, 2016 at 14:28:33 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Just checking in to wish you the best!! I am looking forward to your concert on November in NY. Can't wait to take another class with you. Cheers Ricardo
Ricardo Castillo <rik_castillo (at) yahoo.com>
Bloomfield, nj USA - Wednesday, October 05, 2016 at 11:40:10 (EDT)
Hi Pat, it's Alex again (the space traveler), as I said previously I was very much inspired by your music, and it led me to a new composition, I'd really like you to hear it if you agree. I cannot post it on your guestbook, but perhaps if you'd agree I'd email it to you. Please accept my best wishes for your recent birthday ! :) Alex
Alex <alexey.b (at) live.fr>
Tokyo, japan - Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 15:43:01 (EDT)
Hi Pat, truth,i was out of the country and missed your birthday. However, I have carried your vibes with me always. Here is wishing you lots of love and a healthy imagination. From Juanita,and Lennox Seales..Savannah Ga
Lennox Seales <Seales99 (at) aol.com>
Savannah, Ga USA - Thursday, September 08, 2016 at 19:44:05 (EDT)
I was thinking that Carnegie Hall w/horns would make a nice recording. All the best!
John
Monkey Kingdom - Thursday, September 08, 2016 at 13:25:19 (EDT)
Dear Pat, Have a very Happy Birthday. I think of you often. You are an inspiration to our kind of doc that miracles can happen. Stop by our museum or call sometime.[www.simeonefoundation.org]. We follow your ever-pioneering career. Fred Simeone
Fred Simeone <fred (at) simeonemuseum.org>
PHILADELPHIA,, PA United States - Sunday, August 28, 2016 at 12:25:38 (EDT)
Happy Birthday-Cent'anni.
Marc Leonetti <marcleonetti (at) hotmail.com>
Cherry Hill, NJ USA - Saturday, August 27, 2016 at 08:43:23 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I want to wish you a Happy Belated Birthday. I shared your music and a birthday greeting on my facebook page yesterday, but felt I needed to say it directly to you. You and your music have changed my life for the better. Love, Bob Dunn
Bob Dunn <dunnerbob (at) mchsi.com>
Waterloo, Iowa United States - Friday, August 26, 2016 at 11:06:09 (EDT)
H-bday, Mr. Mac Tough.
KRob <KMRAMR (at) VERIZON.NET>
wdc, - Friday, August 26, 2016 at 09:57:01 (EDT)
Happy Birthday, Mr.Pat Martino! I hope all is well with you. May this year become a wonderful one for you. I hope to see you and your beautiful wife,Aya san, in Tokyo this year. All best, Hiroshi Hagihara of IC JAPAN Co.,Ltd.
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 21:04:58 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat! Thank you for all the decades of great music & inspiration!
Rob Lavery <robertclavery (at) gmail.com>
bloomfield, nj usa - Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 17:00:13 (EDT)
Happy birthday, Pat! That picture of Misters Hall, Scofield, Metheny, Martino, and Whitfield recently on your site was one for the ages.
Tom Galvin
Swansea, IL USA - Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 14:55:22 (EDT)
Happy birthday Pat. I love your entire oeuvre. You, Wes, Charlie, George and Django are the mighty guitar quintet. There are others I've since come to love but you shaped my sensibilities. When will you be in Toronto? All the best, always.
Barry Pietersen <wryteplai (at) gmail.com>
toronto, ontario canada - Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 13:24:50 (EDT)
Dear Pat Martino: Happy Birthday! God bless you and yours! An ardent fan, Don
Don Plue
- Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 12:35:00 (EDT)
I absolutely LOVE talking to you musically over your recordings, Pat, Happy Birthday and thank you very much, i'm playing your model guitar, mostly unamplified and it's amazing, each time i plug it in though and turn the knobs just right i'm pouring
Victor Podeanu <victor.podeanu (at) gmail.com>
Bucharest, Bucharest Romania - Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 12:19:54 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat! Hope all is well. Have a wonderful day!
Peter Brock <peterbrock (at) earthlink.net>
North Attleboro, MA U. S. A. - Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 11:35:16 (EDT)
Have a wonderful birthday Pat!
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 09:18:13 (EDT)
Have a Wonderful BirthDay Mr Martino..........
Kirk Y.
Crooklyn, NY Martinoville - Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 08:26:16 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat! 90.5 WICN (wicn.org) in Worcester MA loves you and your music. Thanks for all the sweet sounds. Best Wishes from all of us to you!
Michelle Willson <michelle (at) wicn.org>
Worcester, MA USA - Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 08:24:27 (EDT)
Pat, thank you so much for this kind offer of forwarding the lead sheet for Noshufuru.
Ed Kincade <lawrencekincade (at) gmail.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Thursday, August 25, 2016 at 08:11:57 (EDT)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY dear Pat ---- always with love ----
Felix hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, - Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 23:54:42 (EDT)
Ed, .... thanks for sharing your feelings, I appreciate. As to your request, regarding my composition Noshufuru, I'd be happy to send a lead sheet over to you, but I can't until I have your email address. I'll look forward to receiving it, and we'll go from there. For now, I send you my best wishes!
Pat Martino
New York City, NY USA - Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 19:06:56 (EDT)
I've been listening recently to "The Maker" CD. Marvelous! I'd like to incorporate some of your solo lines from Noshufuru into other tunes. Could you please provide me the chord changes for this tune? Thank you and hope you're well. Each time I've seen you play - whether in San Francisco or Philly it's been a phenomenal experience. Peace!
Ed Kincade
- Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 14:08:19 (EDT)
Dearest Pat, I'm sure you have heard the sad news about Louis.. John and I were remembering that special weekend in Dublin when you guys finally got to sit down together. Think of you often and hope you are well x Harriet
Harriet <Harriet (at) archtop.ie>
Ireland - Sunday, August 21, 2016 at 05:42:54 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Sad to hear the news today of Bobby Hutcherson's passing, but it reminded me of the first time I heard you play on a recording (John Handy's New View) way back in 1969. So glad that you're still "cookin'", and better than ever. All the best, Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at 09:25:51 (EDT)
Dearest Alex, ….. I have to thank you for entering my space as well, with such an exquisite appreciation. It’s often absorbed through the works of other artists, but rarely captured, and when it is, it portrays a respect that envelopes its designer like a magic cloak. My friend, until we meet I send you my warmest regards, and all of my best wishes.
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA USA - Sunday, July 31, 2016 at 13:35:27 (EDT)
Good evening Pat, I became aware of your music only tonight, and yet spent 5 hours listening to diverse works of yours. Personally I don't have any interest in expressing myself into congratulations, though I felt an urge to tell you that listening to you made me want to pick up my guitar and play for a thousand hours more, that is what being inspired must mean. While listening to your music, I wrote these few lines for you. I am glad that such a person exists in this world which sometimes feels so empty. Maybe one day we'll meet, or maybe not who knows. PS: Do forgive my young boldness, I am just a "space" traveler playing bossa nova "Fluide et gracieux, charmant et doux comme une brise d’automne Un oiseau mirifique entrainant les formes a se mélanger Dont l’envol léger tel une feuille se détachant d’un arbre Emporte les sirenes au paradis d’enchantantes mélodies Ce fleuve d’emotions dont s’écoulent les notes m’emportent Dans la tendresse d’une caresse chaleureuse et amicale Elles me dorlotent Sensible et audacieux, chantant septième majeur mineur Doucement s’élève la delicate intention et l’urgente incertitude S’emporte le fleuve en un océan d’avenirs et cependant Les couleurs transcendent en elements se transformant En délicieux souvenirs, emportés par l’echo lointain Vers la perdition de l’infini et mortel destin Où se rejoignent ces êtres clandestins" As I wrote it instinctively in french, I've made here a little translation : "Fluid and graceful, charming and sweet like an autumn breeze A wondrous bird causing forms to mix Whose flight goes off as a leaf being detached of a tree It wins sirens to bewitching melodies of paradise This river of emotions whose notes flow will carry me In the tenderness of a caress, warm and friendly They pamper me Sensitive and bold, singing minor seventh major Gently rises the delicate intention and urging uncertainty The river carries on into an ocean of futures and yet The colors do transcend elements in transforming In delightful memories, carried by the distant echo In perdition of the infinite and mortal destiny In which meet these clandestine beings"
Alex <alexey.b (at) live.fr>
Tokyo, Japan - Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at 14:23:52 (EDT)
Dear Pat. It was absolutely wonderful seeing you at the Jazz Standard last night. You were absolutely marvelous, the numbers included in the set just magical, as always. It was truly a pleasure and honor to have a couple moments with you after. Looking forward to seeing you again in the Summer. Warmest regards. Jaya
Jaya <jayadargan (at) gmail.com>
NYC, NY USA - Saturday, July 23, 2016 at 11:37:09 (EDT)
Hey Pat - I don't travel much but when my friend planned a trip to Saratoga Springs and said you'd be playing of course I went. It was delightful to hear you and the group in the lovely amphitheater, and then Chick Correa and Smokey Robinson. The hot springs and a couple days of relaxation were nice too! As always, your music and friendship means the world to me - Jim
Jim Josselyn <academyofmusicanddrama (at) gmail.com>
Eatontown, New Jersey (NJ) USA - Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at 13:08:31 (EDT)
Hi Pat, sorry, have misplaced your email address. I will be coming to Philly late July for a couple of weeks and was hoping to book in another lesson while I was there. Kind regards, John Pickering
John Pickering <johnpickering (at) netspace.net.au>
Southport, QLD Australia - Monday, July 11, 2016 at 19:28:49 (EDT)
Hi Pat Thanks for the awesome show in Buffalo over the weekend..was great to see you play and pleasure to chat with you and an honor to buy you a beer. All the best and now back to practicing.
Steven Katz <1stevekatz (at) gmail.com>
Toronto, Ontario Canada - Monday, July 11, 2016 at 10:26:20 (EDT)
Thanks for a great show last night at Nightown in Cleveland. We spoke afterward about my friend Ira Sullivan and perhaps getting lessons. It was a real pleasure meeting you!
Michael Locke <Michaellocke (at) woh.rr.com>
Germantown , Oh USA - Monday, July 11, 2016 at 10:02:33 (EDT)
Hi Matt, .... to answer your question, when I activate attention, I experience the maximum clarity of my ideas, and whether the outer surroundings emit positive, or negative results they no longer have a distracting effect. Once the performance culminates there's a change in the identity of the instrument. It's no longer a 'musical instrument', it's now 'social interaction with the audience'. In the long run, I believe the true instrument to be mastered is Focus it self.
Pat Martino
USA - Sunday, July 03, 2016 at 10:54:02 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Could you comment about how you stay focused during a performance and not overly influenced by your audience in either a positive or negative way? Thanks,
Matt L. <notmyemail (at) email.com>
Cherry Hill, New Jersey United States - Thursday, June 30, 2016 at 19:44:47 (EDT)
Hi Pat, just saw your talk on Here and Now and i found it you beautifully inpiring. Looking forward to reading your autobiography... Love your music...I keep listening to "Undeniable" and "Remember" ...while i continue being a humble student of the guitar. You are a fantastic musician and an example for all of us. Hope to see you playing live. Ciao. Donato
Donato <Donatocln (at) gmail.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at 23:41:37 (EDT)
Pat, Wanted to say Hi, and to tell you I'll be seeing you soon. Just got back from FLa. in Coatesville Pa. Can't wait to see you at some upcoming venue. Love , Chuck
chuck mallon <mal1611 (at) aol.com>
coatesville , pa USA - Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at 16:22:43 (EDT)
Mr. Martino, I am by no means a great guitar player. I actually played sax and bass guitar in the Army Band for 10 years. I am currently deployed to Afghanistan and listening to your music really helps pass the time. When I get home, I intend on practicing once more on my Takamine G230. Jon
Jon Deason <jonathon.m.deason (at) gmail.com>
- Monday, June 20, 2016 at 18:00:38 (EDT)
Hey Pat, what a great experience at the Kimmel Center last night! Hearing your pieces with those great arrangements added a new dimension to my appreciation and love for your music. You, Carmen, and Pat were smokin' as always, and Terell & company were an absolute joy to hear and see. Thanks for continuing to brighten our world!
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Sunday, June 19, 2016 at 10:22:41 (EDT)
Thanks Pat! And you mine!
Jon Raney <jon (at) jonraney.com>
NYC, - Sunday, June 12, 2016 at 20:17:16 (EDT)
Jon, what a lovely surprise. I can’t say how much Doug meant to me, as well as your Dad. Thank you, now that you’ve touched, the enjoyment continues! I really hope to have a chance to meet with you, (face to face) in the near future, and by the way, I’ve totally enjoyed listening on YouTube to the recording of your performance with Doug at Birdland in ’96. Again, thank’s you made my day!
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA USA - Saturday, June 11, 2016 at 10:55:55 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I received a picture from a friend with you and my brother Doug (Raney)from a friend from Montmartre. I had also heard had made a nice gesture and toasted him and Dad during your set. Thanks Pat, you were always special to Doug and a big influence. Hanging out you that night helped him a lot at the time. Best Jon
Jon Raney <jon (at) jonraney.com>
New York, NY USA - Wednesday, June 08, 2016 at 12:39:27 (EDT)
Dear Pat, Your reply to Felix tells me almost as much about your music as your music itself. As you're music itself, and a beautiful person. Much love to you!
Michael <clearlight0 (at) gmail.com>
London, Ontario Canada - Saturday, June 04, 2016 at 13:26:15 (EDT)
Dearest Felix, I offer my deepest condolence. We are within vehicles that contain, and project many powers, and the vehicle is not what we are, it's what we control to project what we believe. I remember the loss of a little friend that was close to me, under a similar state of mind, and there was grief for quite some time. It eventually was from that sorrow that I began to become aware of how much love there was between us, that it was love itself that embraced us both. It may seem that you've lost him, but you have'nt. He was the presence of joy, and that shall always remain within you. I suggest that it would help for you to focus on that joy, and in this way it shall forever remain alive within you. Your little friend projected love to you, and so did you to him. His presence was that love, (which still exists, and shall never end). Peace, and Joy to you my friend !
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA USA - Thursday, June 02, 2016 at 22:32:01 (EDT)
Dear Pat Martino, we saw us several times in different citys and I know you as an very wise man; please excuse me, but I have one question: My dog died two days ago, and I loved him so much, and I`m so sad: please - I know you know what happend after dead (you said so at the master class in Mainz last year): I don`t understand - can you please explain this to me. It would be a great help for me. Thank you - great love to you, felix
felix hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Wednesday, June 01, 2016 at 16:17:01 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Many years ago one of your students who was my teacher (Harry Leahey), loaned me your East album. My approach to the guitar and music was changed forever! I thank you for your contribution to the art of playing jazz.
Mike Lavdas
- Tuesday, May 24, 2016 at 01:59:04 (EDT)
Dear Mr. Martino! I am sad that you do not make it to Europe this summer,I loved your concerts in Vienna in the previous years. Cant wait to hear/see you again. Till then - all my best wishes and peace!
jezeline <csteineder (at) yahoo.com>
Vienna, A Austria - Thursday, May 19, 2016 at 10:03:49 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I am ever hopeful that you will come to Melbourne, Australia, very soon so that I can hear you and see you play live. Would love to meet again as I have the fondest of memories of the time I spent with you nearly seven years ago. Best wishes, as always. Tony Calabro' and family.
Tony Calabro' <calabroguitar (at) vic.australis.com.au>
Morwell, Vic Australia - Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 21:32:09 (EDT)
Pat, It was wonderful to see you at the Bistro this past week. I enjoyed talking with you and look forward to next time and some possible new recordings. Pat and Carmen were awesome all week. Until next time, wherever I catch you. I can only go so long with out hearing you in person. Regards, Jon
Jon Topp <jon.d.topp (at) gmail.com>
Chesterfield, MO United States - Monday, May 16, 2016 at 12:48:11 (EDT)
Thanks for taking the time to chat with my nephew after last Thursday night's late show in St. Louis. He was very impressed with your performance and wants to hear you again on your next visit. Me, I'll always be there. It looked like you weren't feeling 100% at the start of the set, but it sure didn't stop you.
Tom Galvin
Swansea, IL USA - Monday, May 16, 2016 at 11:59:01 (EDT)
We enjoyed the concert last night and will send you a couple of photos.
Bruce Roger & Linda Swaty <info (at) yogastlouis.us>
St. Louis, MO USA - Sunday, May 15, 2016 at 22:32:25 (EDT)
Pat, I would first like to say that I appreciate your very talented approach to jazz guitar... as well as the few interviews I've viewed on YouTube which have been most informative. You are a true inspiration to me in my catalogue as Composer and Musician. Please keep your interviews available. Thank you.
Gary W.W. II <garywwii (at) outlook.com>
DOWNEY , Ca USA - Sunday, May 15, 2016 at 01:34:01 (EDT)
Dear Pat, It was very nice to see you again last Saturday at Jazz Showcase, Chicago. The performance was as always amazing and our conversation about your new guitar was very interesting. We hope to see you soon in Athens, Greece. All the Best, Mike
Mike & Sylvie <mike-kit (at) hotmail.com>
Athens, Greece - Sunday, May 01, 2016 at 18:10:13 (EDT)
It was a burning week at the Showcase in Chicago, very exciting. I guess have attended something like 28 sets of your trios in the past few years and these were particularly memorable. Every night is different and every take is unique. I loved hearing “These Are Soulful Days” again. You played it for me in St Louis last time you were here. It was very emotional for me to hear Mr Johnson’s “Lament”. It was truly an honor to hear you play it live. I loved “Lean Years” and “Sunny” was an epic take on Saturday night. Pat and Joe played so intensely all week. Thank you! We look forward to having you back in St Louis for eight more great sets. I am secretly hoping you might work up “You Don’t Know What Love Is” for us one night, but no matter what, it will all be good.
Jon Topp <jon.d.topp (at) gmail.com>
Chesterfield, MO United States - Sunday, May 01, 2016 at 15:57:15 (EDT)
Pat, I met you in the lobby at Sculler’s a few weeks ago. I am still mesmarized by what I heard. I recall the very same reaction when I last saw you at the Harlem Club in Atlantic City in ’64 or ’65. Thank you for the best of memories. I hope I will have the opportunity to come to another of your shows. Until then, be well. Lou Datilio, Phila., PA(transplanted to N.H.)
Lou Datilio <ldatilio38 (at) gmail.com>
North Hampton, NH USA - Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at 08:44:03 (EDT)
Dear Igor, ..... the next performance in New York City will take place at "Jazz Standard", (with a quintet) from July 21st to the 24th. At this time there are no performance dates scheduled for the month of August. ...... Best Wishes !
Pat Martino
- Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at 10:18:31 (EDT)
Dear Pat, On behalf of all Moscow fans of YOURS, I would like to know if YOU have any gigs in NY in August? Thank YOU! Kind regards, Igor
Igor <igouo17 (at) yandex.ru>
Moscow, Russia - Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at 12:16:48 (EDT)
I echo the previous comment. I just returned from your master class at the Levine School. It was an honor and a pleasure to hear your talk. I would love to meet you and study with you. I know you are very busy but I hope we can find a time for a lesson.
Steve Ragsdale <Steve20817 (at) yahoo.com>
Rockville, MD USA - Sunday, April 10, 2016 at 17:26:32 (EDT)
Mr. Martino, I had the absolute honor and pleasure of attending a Master Class with you on the nature of the guitar at Levine School of Music earlier today, April 10. I realize you are very busy on tour right now, but I'd like to get in touch with you regarding private lessons. I'm just a short bus ride from Philadelphia, so I hope we can work something out. I look forward to hearing from you, and thank you for your generosity and warmth in the Master Class. Wesley Wade
Wesley Wade <Wadew (at) sou.edu>
Washington, DC USA - Sunday, April 10, 2016 at 17:18:01 (EDT)
Pat, I am looking forward to hearing you at Jazz Showcase in a couple of weeks. In addition Barbara and I have the honor of sponsoring you at the Bistro in St Louis in May. Welcome back to the new Bistro! See you there. Jon
Jon Topp <jon.d.topp (at) gmail.com>
Chesterfield, MO United States - Thursday, April 07, 2016 at 18:01:25 (EDT)
how much inspiration are you for me, Maestro ! you are my lighthouse in my personal jazz guitar learning ! all the best !
gianni staiano <gianni.staiano (at) gmail.com>
roma, italy - Wednesday, April 06, 2016 at 11:31:48 (EDT)
Hi Troy, ..... thanks for the compliment, I appreciate. As to your request, the guitar I've been using for the last 6 years was made by Benedetto, (the Pat Martino Model) the amplification that I've been endorsing for quite some time now, (originally suggested by Buster Williams in about 1995) is made by Acoustic Image. There are two models of theirs that I've enjoyed as they've evolved, the "Clarus", (as the priority) and the "Focus", (as a backup). Of the two I enjoy the "Clarus" the most. The speaker system, (with 4x12s) that I prefer coupling with is made by Mesa Boogie, it's been on my contract rider for every engagement, although there are times in certain cities, and countries that a Mesa's not available, at which time it's most of the time replaced with a Marshall, (of the same size). ...... Best Wishes!
Pat Martino
Philadelphia , PA USA - Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 15:56:41 (EDT)
Pat, hope all is well! If you don't mind my asking. What is your current guitar/amp setup? I can hear the heavy gauge strings, the flawless picking and some reverb. Many Thanks...TW Fellow Philadelphian!
Troy Wheeler <bechet12 (at) msn.com>
Philadelphia, PA United States - Friday, March 25, 2016 at 17:43:22 (EDT)
Listened to Nexus today, great stuff!
John <john.mccook (at) gmail.com>
Mobile, AL usa - Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at 19:57:39 (EDT)
If it's possible to be informed of any futur performance im France, or close to, please let me know. Would love to see you perform live.
Brigitte Mamani <Bmamani (at) live.fr>
Romans, 01 France - Monday, March 14, 2016 at 17:01:05 (EDT)
Hello Mr.Martino. I'm still in the middle of the excitement from your show at the Jazz Standards NY, last february. Exhaustion of 14hrs of flight just vanished as the moment I heard your beautifully told melodies.Thank you again for the show and your kindness, I'll keep the photo of us forever. Till next time, take care!
Inmo Koo <inmo247 (at) gmail.com>
Seoul, South Korea - Friday, March 11, 2016 at 01:43:42 (EST)
Everyone, ...... Thank you, from the bottom of my heart !
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA USA - Tuesday, March 01, 2016 at 08:17:13 (EST)
Feel like I have to sent strength and lots of love . Greetings from Maastricht The Netherlands
Stella <Mclgd.thomassrn (at) gmail.com>
Maastricht, The Netherlands - Monday, February 29, 2016 at 17:57:17 (EST)
Hi Pat, You embody the qualities of excellence, inspiration and selflessness. I see you as much more than a guitarist (even though your playing is on a level of true genius). I thank you for your guidance, which is taking me through some decisive changes at present. My road is a slow one, but you are giving me the confidence to begin a new chapter. Thank you.
Lenny Matijevic <lennymat (at) mac.com>
Melbourne, Vic Australia - Thursday, February 25, 2016 at 21:30:05 (EST)
Hi Pat, Caught your set last night at The Jazz Alley in Seattle. Great to see you in the organ trio setting. Thank you for the musical and personal inspiration, and for the story of room 3939 on the 39th floor!
Christian Fulghum <zenkichi95 (at) gmail.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 17:43:52 (EST)
Hi Pat I'll be at the show Thursday 2/25/16 in Golden Colorado. I remember seeing you 40 years ago in Philly at the Chestnut Caberet. I was only 17 but went to see you anyway. It was 21 and over but I was determined to go to the show. To by surprise and delight I got in! I am taking my Son and his friend to the Golden show - we are all looking forward to it. Doug
Doug Satterfield <Dougsat (at) comcast.net>
Fort Collins , Co 80525 - Monday, February 22, 2016 at 16:55:51 (EST)
Found your CD The Visit to be of great inspiration to me both as a guitarist and bassist. Do you know where I can find a lead sheet of your composition Sortice? Peace.
michael quinn <mquinn3001 (at) aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Friday, February 19, 2016 at 21:24:15 (EST)
A great human example for all musicians. Especially those who have had health problems like me. The courage of rebirth. Master, is' an honor for me that you are also italian!
Franco Quadroni <frankiejazz (at) yahoo.com>
Como, Italy - Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 05:14:20 (EST)
Are there any master classes scheduled for next week in Seattle around your performance dates? Would love to attend, thanks
richard crowell <olytoo52 (at) gmail.com>
sequim, wash usa - Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 00:29:06 (EST)
Hey Lage, I was just thinking if I ever going to have the opportunity to see you perform live, although I cam from a metal background, you're my favorite guitarist ever, and I would love if you come to Brazil to please us with your unique gifts. Your aproximations of music and I ching also is something that wonders me. Thanks for all Pat!
Rafael Bueno <rafaelbueno6 (at) hotmail.com>
Santana de Parnaíba, Sao Paulo Brazil - Tuesday, February 02, 2016 at 14:02:08 (EST)
I am watching your latest instructional video and it is absolutely great - I wish you were my guitar teacher when I first started out playing guitar. I have discovered your genius and understanding - Thank You for sharing your understanding of this instrument.
Paul Smith <Paul.smith (at) videotron.ca>
Longueuil, QC Canada - Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 19:31:51 (EST)
Hi Pat - I have been a huge fan of your playing since the late 70's and I just want to thank you for the many years of enjoyment and inspiration you have given this aspiring guitarist. I can't wait to get your new instruction material! I hope you can perform in Las Vegas sometime.
Bo Razon <tresero (at) hotmail.com>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Sunday, January 17, 2016 at 17:18:45 (EST)
A Very Happy New Year to you and yours... Thanks again for being such an inspiration to me and others, which I have shared your musical journey. It was a supreme honor to meet you and Mrs. Serene Montgomery at the Jazz Kitchen, in Indanapolis, In, when you dedicated the CD, "Remember: A Tribute to Wes Montgomery", to her. You are a very spiritual guitarist (along with Wes), whom I admire very much, God bless you.
Al Reynolds <ii7b5Valti (at) gmail.com>
Florence, Al USA - Tuesday, January 12, 2016 at 22:06:39 (EST)
Happy New Year. The Truefire project looks great! All the best!
John <john.mccook (at) gmail.com>
Mobile, AL usa - Tuesday, January 12, 2016 at 20:45:38 (EST)
Hey Pat!! Happy New Year!! Please make a tour to florida!!!
Randy
Gainesville, Florida United States - Thursday, December 31, 2015 at 23:58:32 (EST)
Hello Pat, Happy New Year! I wanted to ask you a question regarding your recovery from AVM( Arterio Venous Malformation) My nephew is a young guy (Age 32) who suffered a bad stroke from being born with AVM. I went to visit him yesterday at the rehab center he is staying at in New Jersey. I told him about you as I am a big fan of your playing and your music. Is there any advice or inspiration that you could provide that might help my nephew in his recovery? I don't know if he has the proper mindset to make a full recovery and he doesn't have much of a support network. I have suggested your documentary "Unstrung' as well. I believe that he can make a full recovery but he needs to believe this too. Thank you Pat and I wish you all the best in 2016. Happy New Year! Matt Gunther Wall, NJ
Matt Gunther <matt.gunther (at) spirent.com>
Wall Township, New Jersey United States - Thursday, December 31, 2015 at 19:56:48 (EST)
Thank you for your years of wonderful playing as it has brought joy to my ears. - Sincerely Zac
Zac Carleton <Zacman3478 (at) yahoo.com>
Vernal, Utah United States - Saturday, December 26, 2015 at 00:11:22 (EST)
Dear Pat and Aya , Have a Happy , Healthy and Blessed Christmas ! Hope to see you soon. Much Love , Bobby and Gabrielle .
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsett (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, NY USA - Thursday, December 24, 2015 at 12:05:37 (EST)
To Pat and family, We want to wish you health, love and many blessings in 2016. Lennox & Juanita here spreading all of the good vibrations that's fit to spread.
Lennox & Juanita Seales <Seales99 (at) aol.com>
Savannah, Ga. USA - Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at 17:13:25 (EST)
dear pat - wish you and your family a peacefull and nice Christmas - the power of love is with you and in yourself, thank you, felix
felix hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at 12:27:44 (EST)
Pat, H-Hollidays to you and Aya. Peace..."With All The People"
K.Roberts <kmramr (at) verizon.net>
WDC, - Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 07:11:32 (EST)
Hi Pat, Met you at Berks Jazz Festival in April this year. It was and honor to meet you and shake you hand. Also and reading a few comments on the blog, who ever stated to another fan that you have small hands never had the pleasure of meeting you to shake one. Also small or large somewhat subjective anyway, you are amazing and dedicated to be the best one can be. My current teacher was a student of yours many years back. He suggested I take a few lessons. Please contact me when possible to discuss. Thank you and God Bless you. Safe travels.
Tony Molino <Atmolino (at) comcast.net>
Williamstown , NJ USA - Thursday, December 17, 2015 at 14:55:47 (EST)
Thank you for an amazing concert at the Space in Evanston, IL on Dec 6, 2015! My son Dylan, who will be majoring in Jazz Studies (guitar) next fall was thoroughly blown away by your mastery! He and his teacher, Frank Portolese, are working on some of your arrangements now.
John Barnett <jrbsiu87 (at) gmail.com>
Mundelein, IL USA - Wednesday, December 09, 2015 at 19:38:59 (EST)
Your performance at The Jazz Kitchen in Indianapolis on December 2, was fabulous...I was at the first show and sat in the front row...it was truly incredible to watch you play...you made me smile all day Thursday...much lov...Bridgette
Bridgette <bwrobeson (at) gmail.com>
Indianapolis, IN USA - Sunday, December 06, 2015 at 19:20:11 (EST)
Hi Pat hope all is well :-) You look Great :-) Love the new photo :-) You are the Best :-) Jerome Ali :-) Las Vegas :-) The Blue Note :-)
Jerome Ali <jazzizbest27 (at) yahoo.com>
Henderson, NV USA - Tuesday, December 01, 2015 at 12:58:23 (EST)
Hi Pat, Been a fan since 1978. Saw you at The Lighthouse in Hermosa Beach in late '70's or so, you were awesome. Someone on this post said you have small hands, so do I. That was discouraging for me until last year when I went back to jazz (played just about every other guitar style for last 50 years). In the past year in I have found, using my old 1963 ES-175, that while I cannot grab the widest spans possible, I can always find a way to harmonize a melody. Too bad I didn't have that confidence earlier in my career. Anyway, I am performing my versions of American Song Book standards and getting good feedback. Better late than never. Though I am a male, I feel like I have a very feminine approach to music and life, so there are at least two female guitarists on this post! Thank you for your inspirational life journey (though I am sure you would have preferred it to be a little less "inspirational"). Fan4Ever, Phil
Phil Mercurio <phil.michele (at) yahoo.com>
Simi Valley, CA USA - Sunday, November 29, 2015 at 20:52:09 (EST)
Pat, Beautiful performance at Chris's! I talked to you about lessons.
John Menzel <menzel (at) comcast.net>
Hammonton, nj usa - Sunday, November 29, 2015 at 02:39:50 (EST)
Pat, Dear Pat, I just read about your upcoming gig in San Francisco this February, and of course I'll be there with bells on. :)) I met you briefly about 10 years ago at Yoshi's Oakland, where we talked about our mutual friend and fellow player Michael Hedges (RIP). I also discovered your hands are almost as small as mine .... and there went my excuse for not being able to play great jazz lead. :) Can't wait to hear you play once more. I hope you and your lovely wife have a wonderful holiday season, and thank you for showing the world what jazz guitar genius is. PS - My CD of original music is out! Visit gaiadesign.com/music or search Gail Weisman on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, or cdbaby. Hope you dig it!
Gail (the only female guitarist on this board?!) <gweisman (at) pjcc.org>
Redwood City, CA USA - Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at 11:21:12 (EST)
Dear Pat Martino, I was at your MasterClass in Mainz, an there you said, there is no birth and no death - you showed it for example at the circle. Please can you explain this to me? Do you have any plans to visit Europe 2016 ?? Thank you for all and your love, felix
Felix Hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Sunday, November 22, 2015 at 11:50:13 (EST)
No one will ever have chops like you pat. I love listening to you play but damn it frustrates me sometimes knowing i will never get to that level :) Keep on rockin!
Ben <kaufmabrddg102 (at) gmail.com>
san diego, ca usa - Friday, November 20, 2015 at 21:41:02 (EST)
Dear Pat I wish you a speedy recovery, really was looking foward to hear you in Cape May. I have been listening and being taught by you for over 40 yrs. I also knew Dennis Sandole, last saw him in 1999. Ed Jackson Turnersville NJ
ed jackson <eljjazz (at) comcast.net>
turnersville, nj usa - Monday, November 09, 2015 at 15:09:54 (EST)
Pat, sorry I missed you at the Zero One Jazz Fest,---hope you are feeling better and it is nothing serious. I was looking forward to it, I studied with you in 1974-75 and have not seen you since the Bottom Line in '74 with Gil Goldstein, Sherman Fergeson and Tyrone Brown. Would love to touch base with you,---take care and stay healthy.
Chuck Decker <cdecker159 (at) comcast.net>
Woodbine, NJ United States - Saturday, November 07, 2015 at 18:15:36 (EST)
Alright! You are coming to play Minneapolis November 30th. See you second show!
Sid <sid.gasner (at) gmail.com>
Minneapolis, Minnesota United States - Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at 10:19:20 (EDT)
Hello Maestro, Stephanie and I attended the local jazz society's monthly event here in Mobile last night. It was a tribute to Elvin Jones, many wonderful Coltrane tunes played. Of course, I thought of you and your wonderful readings of so many of these compositions. We miss seeing you and Aya and hold to the hope that we will meet again. Perhaps magic can happen. I believe it can. All the best, ever grateful.
John <john.mccook (at) gmail.com>
Mobile, AL usa - Tuesday, October 27, 2015 at 21:43:50 (EDT)
Right On !
Richard Leo Moroni <rchmoroni (at) yahoo.com>
- Sunday, October 25, 2015 at 01:54:25 (EDT)
Hello Pat, Just a quick catch up. We have met several times over the past 13 years.Twice in Ireland,once in Holland and last time was in a pub in Manchester..you and Kirk.Got the wrong bar. We continue to carry your torch here in Scotland. Any possibility of you doing a gig in Scotland ? The very thought of you...makes me practice. Best Regards, Donald.
Donald MacLeod <beagletboo (at) yahoo.co.uk>
Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire United Kingdom - Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 15:36:44 (EDT)
Thank you for a fantastic night in the Jazzhus Montmartre. My 3 friends who had never heard of you before were all taken by your elegant, superb and vital play with the comprehensively se inging trio. I who were with you in the Blues Alley sessions and later with my wife in Birdland NYC had another wonderful experience. THANK YOU - also for being an open and forthcoming individual taking your time to talk to your audience in the break and after the show!
Jørn Skovsgaard <Josko1 (at) uvm.dk>
Copenhagen , Denmark - Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 07:12:03 (EDT)
Breathtaking, vital, energetic, present, precise and to the pont performance in copenhagen oct 2015. We went there three semi pro's on drums, hammond and guitar and returnes silent - almost numb. This was simply superb. Hats off for Mr. Pst Martino and the fantastic organ trio. We will be back!
Rene Ravn <Rene.ravn (at) dk.ey.com>
Copenhagen, Denmark - Friday, October 23, 2015 at 13:46:43 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Hope you will perform out here in SF Bay Area in the future. I was only able to hear you live once at Yoshis a number of years ago. I listen to your music all the time. I am studying jazz guitar and have some of your transcriptions that I am working on and have watched many of your videos. Take care and keep playing. Best wishes. Mike
Michael Irvine <mirvn (at) me.com>
El Sobrante, CA USA - Thursday, October 22, 2015 at 14:07:02 (EDT)
What is there to say? It was a stunning evening at the Dexter in Odense on 20 October. I immensely enjoyed our conversation at the bar after the final set. When I return to the States next summer, I look forward to catching you in Philadelphia. All the very best-- John Dolis (Penn State University) Fulbright Danish Distinguished Chair of American Studies University of Southern Denmark
John Dolis <jjd3 (at) psu.edu>
Odense, Denmark - Thursday, October 22, 2015 at 08:21:43 (EDT)
Hello, Patrick! Wanted to wish you the best on your upcoming performances. I really enjoyed seeing that grade school photo on your website.
Veronica <vah (at) usa.com>
Victor, NY USA - Friday, October 16, 2015 at 18:12:08 (EDT)
Dearest Armani,

Thank you my friend, your entry is precious, and to respond to the feelings you've described is my pleasure. I find it surprising to meet an apprentice with so much depth in purpose, and it's rare to reveal it as deeply at such an early age, ..... bravo!

Virtuosity, (as a power) is a blessing, as well as a curse. It depends on the awareness of the individual, and the reason behind his or her endeavor. To continuously grow from the love of art demands an insight that's the fuel that gives it motion. Virtuosity is that fuel. It's innate, and it propels us into situations that demand attention. By doing so, it continuously polishes ones devotion towards greater precision. Not only in craftsmanship, but much farther, as a human being.

The song that we are gifted with, (no matter what the idiom may be) is a form of devotion that embraces, and surrounds us forever. Thru it we express our love of life in every form in the most honest way.

Armani, I send you my warmest regards, and look forward to meet some day!

For "Now", ......... cheers my friend,
Pat Martino
- Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at 19:46:13 (EDT)
Dear Mr.Pat Martino, My Name is Armani Lehmann and i'm a Sinto(Gibsy), i grow up with Jazz Music because my Grandfather where a Jazz Musician back in the old 70's. Now i'm 17 years old and a Jazz Guitarist and a really big fan of you! My Playing is very influenced from you, because in your style i found something that no other has. I listen to many many other solo masters, many of them are technically perfect, such as frank gambale or allan holdsworth. But my opinion of jazz ist, that technique is not the big deal. It's all about the Jazz philosophy that turns Jazz into something special. I mean, look at Wes and Django Reinhardt. Those where's great guitar players but very great philosophers to! And that is the point why you sir, are an phenomenal Jazz Musician. You're Music has Philosophy and your instrument are talking to me, and i understand it. I hope that you know what I mean, and it would be a pleasure if you answer this. Best wishes from Heidelberg Germany, cheers!
Armani Lehmann <jazzguitaronline (at) hotmail.com>
Heidelberg, Germany - Wednesday, October 07, 2015 at 13:04:51 (EDT)
Hi Mr. Pat, you are one of my favourite guitarist! I like your fastest style..wish you all the best!
Bernadus O de LIMA <ahmad.setiawan (at) grandkartech.com>
Balikpapan, , +62 Indonesia - Saturday, October 03, 2015 at 08:15:45 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Have you any plans on visiting the United Kingdom.As it would be great to see one of the true jazz greats.
Gary Thomas <Thomas_gary12 (at) sky.com>
Ystrad Mynach, United Kingdom - Thursday, October 01, 2015 at 05:07:57 (EDT)
Pat, you are the greatest! I love your style!
Eugenio <eugenio.bacchini (at) gmail.com>
FIRENZE, FI ITALY - Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 12:33:52 (EDT)
Just checking in to say hello and to wish all the best to you both.
John <john.mccook (at) gmail.com>
Mobile, AL usa - Monday, September 07, 2015 at 18:27:44 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Hope one day soon you'll come back to Phoenix! It was so wonderful to see you when you were last here. I am Mitch Fine's daughter and still feel like he is near when I listen to El Hombre!
Dana Nuno <dananuno (at) cox.net>
Phoenix, AZ USA - Wednesday, September 02, 2015 at 01:43:19 (EDT)
-Pura Vida y Vos -Paz y Amor -Peace and Love-
Ramos William <diosesbuenocr (at) yahoo.es>
San Jose, CR Costa Rica - Thursday, August 27, 2015 at 10:41:22 (EDT)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAT, I SEND YOU POSITIVE ENERGY, THE SAME ENERGY I GET WHEN LISTENING TO YOUR WONDERFUL PLAYING. BE WELL MY FRIEND.
Ralph Fava <lockportmusic (at) verizon.net>
Lockport, NY US - Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at 15:38:15 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat !! I hope all is well with you on this special day. As always, you continue to be an inspiration to so many . Please give our best to Aya. We hope to see you next time your in town. Be Blessed, Bobby and Gabrielle
BOBBY CORSETTI <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, N.Y. USA - Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at 12:27:43 (EDT)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAT. I first met you in 1966 when you came to the Club Venus in Towson, MD with LLoyd Price's Band. It was a great week. One of my fondest memories of one of your live performances was seeing you at the Haunted House in Atlantic City. You're the Greatest.
Bill Kalkman <billkalkman (at) comcast.net>
Timonium, MD USA - Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 19:23:55 (EDT)
You have always been so generous and kind to me. I hope you and Aya have a wonderful day celebrating your birthday. In my opinion you are the world's greatest guitarist.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad, CA USA - Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 16:20:35 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Mr. Pat Martino! Here's wishing you many more! God Bless you and yours. Sincerely, Don Plue
Don Plue <donaldplue (at) yahoo.com>
- Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 13:24:08 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat..!! God bless you and your journey
Mark Carter <mcpgtrtrax (at) aol.com>
la puente, CA United States - Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 12:07:15 (EDT)
Happy Birthday!!
Markus Fleischer <info (at) markus-jazz-fleischer.de>
Mainz, Germany - Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 11:41:45 (EDT)
Happy Birthday, Pat ! I hope all is well with you. May this year become a wonderful one for you. All best, Hiroshi Hagihara of IC JAPAN Co.,Ltd.
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 10:08:08 (EDT)
Happy birthday, Pat! We'll see you back in St. Louis next May.
Tom Galvin <eadgbe54 (at) yahoo.com>
Swansea, IL USA - Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 09:03:47 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Mr.martino! Recently I started to listen some jazz albums including your fantastic albums like 'Live at Yoshi's', 'Think Tank' and 'Live!'. I really love your delicate and cool style of playing complicate phrases. Please continue making another great studio/live albums and visit korea someday! bye
Seung Hun, Yang <bestyang21c (at) naver.com>
Seoul, Seoul Republic of Korea(south) - Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 05:10:23 (EDT)
Dear Pat Martino, for your birthday I wish you from heart, that everything in your life is as wonderfull as you desire. I love what you are, what you be, what you do and the way you see and life live. Perhaps you can remember, we saw us this year in Mainz (Germany); after your masterclass I gave you my CD ("A Love Within - Felix Hanton") and you makes me a present - your plecktrum (pick). All your ways I wish you and your family good luck and a very satisfy, more then this, time - and I`m allways ready, to give my luck to you. Thank you so much - Felix
Felix Hanton <felixhartl (at) web.de>
Munich, Germany - Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 00:15:43 (EDT)
Dear Pat, Happy Birthday! You are such an inspiration, an old Chinese blessing for you, 福如東海, 壽比南山 (fu ru dong hai, shou bi nan shan). It means: Good fortune as wide as the Eastern Sea, and Life as long as the Southern Mountain. Looking forward to seeing you play at @ Taichung Jazz Festival in Taiwan. Welcome :)
Henry Wang <mrwang (at) hotmail.com>
Brisbane, Qld Australia - Monday, August 24, 2015 at 22:23:08 (EDT)
hi Pat, now you can tell us, you come from another planet to bring the happiness through your music. The area 51... it was you, come on, nobody play like you on the earth, you, coltrane, miles, zawinull, and your other fellows was on the same spaceship to make a journey on our land and give to the jazz a new vocabulary. Even if you don't want to admit it. Thank you so much. (on which planet is the joyous lake?)
pascal <pascalmorys (at) yahoo.com>
la coulonche, 61 france - Monday, August 24, 2015 at 10:54:01 (EDT)
hello Pat, I hope to meet you in Italy. I love your music, your history, your class.
Pedro Laformula <info (at) laformula.it>
Ferrara, it italy - Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 21:02:53 (EDT)
Dear James, thanks for your message, I think it’s valuable for others to view the description you’ve shared, especially those who are confronting similar conditions. The one thing I personally felt was profound was learning as a part of the process how ones focus upon each single moment, and a commitment to its quality alleviated difficulties embedded in a repetition of the past, a baggage that has nothing to do with current reality. That’s what the experience, as well as a recovery brought to my attention. Bravo my friend, I send you my warmest regards, along with my congradulations!
Pat Martino
- Monday, August 17, 2015 at 11:38:43 (EDT)
Hello Mr. Martino, Albeit, not as proficient or accomplished of a guitar player as yourself, I have a similar story to your aneurysm experience. Last October, three weeks before I was to return to Canada, a pain in my head required a call for an ambulance. I woke from an induced coma two weeks later to find out that I had had an aneurysm. Unable to walk, toilet, or feed myself, I remained confined to a hospital bed for about a month before I began to use a wheelchair to get around the brain trauma ward of the hospital. At one point, the doctor suggested that I do lots of hand exercises to move blood through the area of the brain where the aneurysm had occurred. I asked if playing guitar would be useful, and the doctor gave me both permission to have my guitar and a little room where I could play. Paul McCartney's 'Blackbird' is one of the songs I use to warm up, but I became quite distraught when unable to play beyond the first two bars. For the first few weeks, it seemed that I wouldn't be able to play again, and I became quite depressed, as I thought I would lose my best friend, my ability to express myself, my method for emotional catharsis, and the chance to record and share all of the songs that I've written. Sharing my concerns with my father, he sent me a link to a documentary that shared your story, and it provided some insight and hope for my own situation. I practised walking every day, and I practised guitar more than that. And by the end of my hospital stay, two months later, I was able to play a small repertoire of songs, including 'Blackbird'. At the request of the nurses, I began playing for some of the other patients, as well as at the nursing station. Interestingly, after the aneursym, I also remembered a few original songs that I had forgotten before the aneurysm. I would just like to thank you for sharing your story and experience, as it offered me hope during my own experience. Knowing who you are now, I will enjoy checking out your work. Thank you. James
James McGran <jacrazydaizy (at) yahoo.ca>
Gifu, Gifu Japan - Sunday, August 16, 2015 at 10:31:17 (EDT)
Master Pat! i must say that i admire your amazing work! as a guitarist im very focused on studying and gettin better to become a great Jazz Guitarist, im taking a chance on the Wes Montgomery competition where you are one of the Judges, send you my best wishes for your life!
Mauricio Arias <Maox3007 (at) hotmail.com>
Barranquilla, Atlantico Colombia - Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at 15:12:25 (EDT)
Dear Sam, ...... I apologize for the difficulties you've described, but unfortunately events came about that made it impossible for me to make it there in time. I was just as disappointed as yourself, and the others. Hopefully they'll be aware of my difficulties as well. Until the next time I send you my best wishes.
Pat Martino
- Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at 14:07:43 (EDT)
Pat, Just saw you at the Richmond Jazz Festival. Great performance. Your keyboard and drummer were amazing as well! However I have to say I was disappointed that you stood me and several other fans up at the Meet and Greet tent afterward. There was an eighty year old woman waiting with your book to have you autograph it for her son...like me a guitarist who loves your work. I felt so sorry for her as she even asked the festival staff if you would make stop by...they told her you would definately be by for a few minutes. I hope you are not feeling poorly or had some sort of emergency. Best regard, Sam
Sam Spaulding <Sgemster (at) verizon.net>
Glen Allen, VA USA - Sunday, August 09, 2015 at 19:31:41 (EDT)
Dear Mr.Pat Martino, My Name is Armani Lehmann and i'm a Sinto(Gibsy), i grow up with Jazz Music because my Grandfather where a Jazz Musician back in the old 60's. Now i'm 17 years old and a Jazz Guitarrist and a realy big fan of your's too! I saw that you play in Mainz, but i miss't the concert. Hope to See you some day Mr. Martino. Good bless you, you are an Legend sir! Cheers.
Armani Lehmann <jazzguitaronline (at) hotmail.com>
Heidelberg, Germnay - Monday, August 03, 2015 at 04:49:20 (EDT)
Welcome back to Tokyo, Pat and Aya-san! I hope all is well with you. See you tomorrow on 2nd show at COTTON CLUB. I request my favorite your tune "EL HOMBLE". All best, Hiroshi Hagihara
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at 09:48:53 (EDT)
RF,

My response to your request brings back memories that go farther back than I expect.

I recall, (approximately in 1995) having some effective conditions taking place below my right wrist, (which due to the control of the plectrum remained constantly under pressure while shifting into various angles).

My reaction was one of dismay, if only how painful it began to effect my overall physical response. So, I went to see a physician to see if something serious was beginning to effect my future as a consistant performer. The first “specialist” that I interacted with examined the condition, and responded with a diagnosis of “carpal tunnel syndrome”, and went on to describe an immediate need for surgery, (not only on the right wrist, but after a six month recovery a repetition of the same surgical process on the left wrist, which in time would be subject to the same diagnosis.

Well, I didn't like that; if only due to the fact that I'd be out of performance for at least a year or more.

So I then went for a second opinion, (an orthopedic surgeon) and that produced the opposite response. After the necessary tests, he repeated the option of surgery, but advised that a great deal of the stress was phycological, and it would be helpful for me to give less thought to the condition and ignore it, (for as long as I could prior to making a surgical decision).

That’s what I decided to do.

To be honest with you, I literally stopped thinking about it and payed more consistent attention upon the enjoyment of playing.

The wrist condition, similar to the early formation of callus, (which was painful in the beginning years as a young guitarist) wore off just like quite a number of other illusive complaints.

When it comes to advice, I can only remind you that it’s different for each of us. But that’s how it was for me, and just for the record, ….. it went away! ...... Good Luck.

PM
- Saturday, July 18, 2015 at 00:28:52 (EDT)
What's your advice for a working serious jazz guitarist developing tennis elbow & wrist problems after decades of playing, but he must keep working to earn a living?
RF
Boston, MA USA - Sunday, July 12, 2015 at 11:34:33 (EDT)
Hi Pat! It's been awhile since we've connected. Demetrius and I would love to see you again. Are you headed to Cali anytime soon?
Donna Kirven <donnakirven (at) yahoo.com>
Pittsburg, California United States - Friday, July 10, 2015 at 20:59:35 (EDT)
thanks a lot for the advice you give trough this Guest Book some years ago, a lot of things happen since, but I remember your advice was something like, relationships in life are one of the main channels trough which you can get to understand the central subject of things, thanks a lot, always remembering you!
Alex Rivera <alejandroriveraledesma (at) gmail.com>
Aguascalientes , Aguascaliente México - Thursday, July 02, 2015 at 11:11:53 (EDT)
Hello, Pat! How are you? I hope all is well with you. And welcome back to JAPAN! I will go to the gig in COTTON CLUB at least two times. I'm very looking forward to seeing you now.
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Monday, June 29, 2015 at 10:28:32 (EDT)
Pat...I was first introduced to you by my music teacher. My memory fails me on his name, but he played with Joe Farrell in Chicago. Anyway, we turned me on to "The Great Stream." It became a passion of mine to listen and learn. I did get to see you in Evanston, Illinois in the early 70's and, yes, you played "Stream." As a guitar junkie I noticed you were playing an L7 at the time and was knocked out by your tone and clarity. Since then, I have supported you by buying your albums and books. Sadly, I never managed to come to the level I thought I could. Drugs and alcohol got in the way. At 64 I still play today and usually have one of your CD's in my car. Favorites: "The Great Stream" and "Sunny." Thank you for all the years of listening pleasure.
Dave Tongay <dtongay (at) gmail.com>
Bolingbrook, IL USA - Thursday, June 25, 2015 at 21:29:21 (EDT)
Hi Stuart, I'm happy that both of you enjoyed the quintet. Along with the originals, the first song of the second show was an extended version of John Coltrane's "Impressions". Most of all, thanks for relaying some wonderful feelings. I send you all my best, and look forward to the next time. ....... Cheers, ..... PM
Pat Martino
New York City, NY USA - Sunday, June 14, 2015 at 13:17:38 (EDT)
Pat, On Friday June 12th, my son and I had the pleasure of attending the second set of your organ trio plus horns date at Jazz a Standard. It was the best set that I've heard you play. As much as I enjoyed the Great Stream, I was enthralled by the first tune of your set. Please reply identifying the composition. Thanks and regards, Stuart Golvin stuart@golfour.com
Stuart Golvin <Stuar (at) golfour.comt>
Toronto , On Canada - Saturday, June 13, 2015 at 22:27:45 (EDT)
Here And Now: Thank you for sharing and being so very generous. I found comfort in your words. I actually teared up. I've been a fan since I heard your first album. Thanks Again, Your much more than a great guitarist.........
Nick <nick25nocerino (at) yahoo.com>
Lafayette, CA United States - Saturday, May 30, 2015 at 11:14:06 (EDT)
Pat, I was delighted when Bob Bennett told me you are coming back to the Bistro in St Louis. Can't wait. I will see you there if not before, somewhere. Jon
Jon Topp <jdtshopp (at) gmail.com>
Chesterfield, MO United States - Sunday, May 24, 2015 at 08:50:20 (EDT)
A friend just sent an email saying he and wife will attend your Paris show this week. We were all hanging out together in Oregon during mid-1970s when Starbright came out. Hope you make up here to Oslo again someday!
David <dburkenorway (at) gmail.com>
Skoppum, Vestfold Norway - Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 02:54:06 (EDT)
You are great! Your story is an inspiration! Your music is sublime! Thanks for all!
Eugenio <eugenio.bacchini (at) gmail.com>
FIRENZE, ITALY - Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 13:21:49 (EDT)
I had the honor to attend the Masterclass and the concert in Dortmund...man that was something beautiful! I have the strong belief that what Pat Martino said on the masterclass transcends music and get exactly to the point of our civilization crisis. Mankind is desperately in need of awareness: our survival depends on it. At the same time now I have the Fundamentals that Pat kindly gave us and even though I think I have a grasp of it I have to spend some time with it and my guitar to get it into my soul. Thank you again for all the shared wisdom. All sides now!
Damian Orantes <deorantes (at) gmail.com>
Berlin, Guatemala - Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 09:39:43 (EDT)
Great review from Ronnie Scott's on jazzwisemagazine.com
All the best!
John <john.mccook (at) gmail.com>
Mobile, AL - Monday, May 18, 2015 at 16:12:43 (EDT)
Dear Pat, I had the chance to hear you in Mainz on last Mai 8th. I will keep the memory of such an incredibly inspiring concert. Your outstanding musicality and your complicity with your 2 remarkable collegues offered us a unforgettable moment of music at its best! Thank you so much for all what you give to the audience, as far as music is concerned, as well as mind profundity and humbleness. I hope to have this chance once again in the future. Anyway, i'll keep this loving memory deep in my mind and heart. Bertrand
Bertrand <bemagr (at) gmail.com>
Luxembourg - Monday, May 18, 2015 at 06:28:28 (EDT)
Just came home from your gig in Dortmund with Michael Sagmeister being the special guest. Such a joy to see (and hear) you and your bandmates making this an evening which will be hard to forget. Thank you so much!
Peter
- Sunday, May 17, 2015 at 17:12:35 (EDT)
Thank you Pat for your keen insight on life!!!
Bill Solley <billsolley (at) gmail.com>
richmond, tx usa - Saturday, May 16, 2015 at 10:07:17 (EDT)
Dear Pat, I would like to express my gratitude for the wonderful weekend in Mainz. First there was your wonderful concert on Saturday. Then there was your incredible master class on Sunday. I was deeply impressed by the profundity of your teaching. Your charisma reminds me very much of my Tibetan Buddhist meditation teacher. In fact I experienced your master class like a lesson in vipashyana. This is a term in Buddhism for deep insight medidation in the nature of things. Thank you so much for sharing your experience and knowledge of life, music and the guitar with us. I think every participant of the master class has the hope what is expressed in one of your wonderful albums "We´ll be together again". Kind regards, Wolfgang.
Wolfgang Voigt <wvoigt293 (at) email.de>
Ginsheim-Gustavsburg, Germany - Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 08:36:31 (EDT)
Amazing gig at Ronnie Scott's tonight. Fabulous music; loved it, especially Round Midnight and Oleo. Thanks
David Beckett <djbeckett15 (at) btinternet.com>
Northampton, UK - Monday, May 11, 2015 at 19:34:55 (EDT)
Pat, The Young Guns Gene Ludwig organ live 1984. The most amazing playing ever. I was mistaken about Don Patterson, it was Young Guns Cd I was listening to. So nice to see you back in Buffalo. You are a true inspiration! Stay well. Ralph
Ralph Fava <lockportmusic (at) verizon.net>
Lockport, NY US - Thursday, April 23, 2015 at 15:18:33 (EDT)
I WENT TO SEE YOU AT NIGHT TOWN IN CLEVELAND RECENTLY,AND WAS BLOWN AWAYS WITH YOUR PLAYING,LOVED EVERY NOTE YOU PLAYED.THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART,AND MY GOD BLESS,YOU AND YOUR WIFE.A PRAY THAT WE GET TO SEE YOU AGAIN,YOU WAS A GIFT FROM GOD TO YOUR PARENTS,AND TO THE GUITAR.GOD BLESS YOU
JUAN J. GONZALEZ JR <jgonzo335 (at) hotmail.com>
LORAIN, OH USA - Monday, April 20, 2015 at 10:58:16 (EDT)
Greetings Pat, Had a great time at your show last night ( 4-18-15 ) at Nite town cafe in Cleveland Heights and it was one of the highlights of my life! The music was amazing and my son Anthony and I especially appreciated your graciousness in taking a moment to talk with us and sign our Cd's! He is only 14 years of age and he has the Jazz bug big time and the whole way back home ( 2 hour drive ) he was gushing about the show and how great, hip and kind he thought you were! My sentiments were the same as well! God bless you Pat and thank you for keeping the scene vital and relevant and come back to Cleveland soon!
Gordon Flannigan <shatteringyoursenses (at) yahoo.com>
Mansfield, OH 44903 - Sunday, April 19, 2015 at 19:19:40 (EDT)
Hello, Mr.Mac Tough
K. Roberts <KMRAMR (at) VERIZON.NET>
wdc, - Friday, April 17, 2015 at 15:24:37 (EDT)
Dear Pat, It was a great pleasure to hear you perform at Nighttown jazz club last night. Seeing smiles all around starting with the first number, I could tell you, Pat and Carmen were grooving! Thanks for autographing my vintage "Live" Lp - means a lot to me. It was a thrill to meet you and chat briefly. Your music career, what you overcame and your philosophy are inspiring. Thanks for being you!
Sandy Woodthorpe
Cleveland, OH USA - Friday, April 17, 2015 at 08:45:17 (EDT)
Thanks for talking with me after your show at Nighttown on April 16th. I have passed along your well wishes to Kirk Yano. Your show and band were incredible.
Larry Smiley <nov221968 (at) yahoo.com>
Independence, ohio United States - Friday, April 17, 2015 at 07:51:24 (EDT)
Just purchased tickets to your show at Bucks County Community on 4/23. Can't wait.
Cosmo <f.crown (at) verizon.net>
BENSALEM, PA United States - Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at 13:11:14 (EDT)
Hello Pat, I have your cousin to thank for introducing me to your music! I think this is my favorite style of jazz. It always puts me in a good mood. I hope to meet you some day if you pass through STL.
Chuck Chauvin <cfchauvin (at) yahoo.com>
St. Louis, MO USA - Thursday, April 09, 2015 at 17:56:08 (EDT)
Dear Pat, just to let you know the attempt of a translation of the original lyrics of the song The Island, or "Começar de Novo": Start over and count on me It will be worth having woken up I have rebelled, have been wrestling Have hurt me, have survived Having turned the tables, have known me Have turned the boat, have helped me Start over and count on me It will be worth having woken up Without your claws always so safe Without your ghost without your frame Without your anchors, without your domain Without your spurs, without your fascination Start over and count on me It will be worth already have forgotten you Starting over
Carlos
Brazil - Wednesday, April 08, 2015 at 12:24:44 (EDT)
Deeply saddened to know about Paul's death. I remember he and Geno did great jobs as members of your team. Offering him my feelings of condolences.
Sugi
- Wednesday, April 08, 2015 at 04:26:38 (EDT)
Please, continue the european tour with a date in Rome. We love you.
Federico Cauli <Federico.cauli (at) hotmail.it>
Rome, Italy - Monday, April 06, 2015 at 10:41:55 (EDT)
Hi Pat. It was great to see your show at the Charles Hotel (Regattabar) past March 13th. It was a great opportunity to meet one of my heroes as a guitarist and as a person. I sincerely thank you for signing the copy of your autobiography and motivating me one more time to play jazz guitar. Greetings from Mexico. Hope to have you here again. Last time was the mayan riviera. Mexico City would be great. Saludos y un abrazo!
Jordi Saenz <jordi_saenz (at) hotmail.com>
Queretaro, Queretaro Mexico - Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at 15:32:59 (EDT)
Fantastic sets at the Regatta bar in Boston this past weekend. Was a pleasure to watch the master perform. And was a real treat to meet and talk with Pat a bit after the show. Such a warm and friendly guy. Thanks to you and your trio for such a great performance. Can't wait for you to come back to Boston!
Ryan <robinsry22 (at) yahoo.com>
Salem, MA USA - Monday, March 16, 2015 at 13:17:49 (EDT)
Hello Pat, looking forward to seeing you and your organ trio tonight at Regatta bar! I've caught you guys many times there. If you happen to see this beforehand, I would love to hear a "These Are Soulful Days" if you take requests. :) Thanks!
Dan <dspilka (at) yahoo.com>
Holliston, MA - Friday, March 13, 2015 at 09:44:23 (EDT)
Hi Pat - once again what a great show at the Jazz Showcase in Chicago last Saturday. Funny I was the gray haired guy who had spoken to you briefly after the end of the set and the also saw you on the plane when you were heading back to Philly. Small world as they say. I am a guitar player myself here in Chicago that plays for fun with the Shakin Moneymakers - I was simply amazed by the amazing tone, passion and sweeping line lines that you played. Just loved it. Drop a line if you like - hope you make it back to Chicago again soon. Thanks for the beautiful music and memorable performance.
Don Dineen <rubrguitar (at) aol.com>
Chicago , IL - Thursday, March 05, 2015 at 00:44:56 (EST)
Pat, It was truly great to hear again at the Showcase. I loved hearing Lean Years. The Trio was in great form and I'm already looking forward to next time. We really will try to get you back to the renovated Bistro in St Louis. I'm ready to sponsor again. Best wishes and thank you to you and Pat and Carmen for the music. Jon
Jon Topp <jon.d.topp (at) gmail.com>
Chesterfield, MO United States - Wednesday, March 04, 2015 at 15:40:02 (EST)
Hello, Pat: Thanks for the great set at the 4pm matinee yesterday. I was really hoping that you'd play Impressions, so it was a real treat when you opened up your show with that tune! The entire set was beautifully curated with lovely ballads like Round Midnight and Blue in Green, and also music from Wes and Sonny Rollins. I was thrilled to have you sign my copy of your excellent autobiography Here and Now, and thanks for being gracious in posing for photos with us. Best wishes to you! Regards, David
David <davidrashcraft (at) gmail.com>
- Monday, March 02, 2015 at 21:20:03 (EST)
Hello Pat, I am a real fan of yours for long time. I even visited your house with my guitar playing friend. I was wondering if your consciousness is as evolved as your guitar playing. DId you first developed consciousness or did you reach more profound consciousness through guitar playing. Or does this not relate to you. Then sorry for question. Thanks already. Stella
Stella <s.thomassen (at) maastrichtuniversity.nl>
Maastricht, The Netherlands - Friday, February 20, 2015 at 17:40:30 (EST)
The Pepper Master Class was a special treat......hope to see you in early spring... Ron
Ron T
- Wednesday, February 18, 2015 at 14:58:47 (EST)
Pat...we flew to NYC from Florida to hear you @ theBlue Note on Jan. :23 - 24. It was truly wonderful to hear your improvisational creativity & energy. You inspired me as a guitarist. Thank You!
John Roush <Johnroush76 (at) comcast.net>
Jacksonville, FL USA4pat - Friday, February 13, 2015 at 00:56:20 (EST)
Hi Pat, I have never made any contact before but I am a long time fan and thought I should tell you that since just after the "live" album was released, you have been my greatest inspiration. I missed your music terribly during the aneurysm years, wondering what had happened to you. Needless to say, I had major celebration time upon your return. May you continue to make inspiring music for a long time to come. Large and long thanks, Eric Swenson
Eric Swenson <jazrok (at) yahoo.com>
Kingman, AZ USA - Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at 13:40:11 (EST)
Dear Pat Martino: I attended the second show you did in Naples, Fl. It was brilliant. Your performance was hot like a flame. My wife and I were overjoyed with the show. God bless you and yours. An Ardent Fan Don Plue
Don Plue <donaldplue (at) yahoo.com>
- Thursday, February 05, 2015 at 18:24:26 (EST)
Pat --We saw you at the Blue Note January 25. A truly great and memorable musical experience. I am 60-something so I have been to lot of concerts over the years. Thank you. Superb.
Frank G <Frank.Giliberti (at) gmail.com>
Massapequa Park, NY USA - Monday, February 02, 2015 at 16:18:45 (EST)
Rock on my friend.
nicolas <loringar (at) gmail.com>
paris, france - Monday, February 02, 2015 at 04:57:00 (EST)
Hi Pat, Just stopping by the site, listened to Lean Years from Undeniable. Always makes me smile and feel the pull to pick up and play when I hear your solos. Best and warm wishes always! Jeff
jeff newell <jefenew (at) gmail.com>
West Chester, PA USA - Friday, January 23, 2015 at 15:12:56 (EST)
Hi Mr. Partino: it's Friday and I'm at the office, working, listening to your Lotos Jazz Festival 2014 performance on youtube. You're making my day way better. Thanks for your fantastic combination of sounds. Cristobal Ruffo C. Chile.
Ruffo <cristobal.ruffo (at) gmail.com>
Valparaíso, Valparaiso Chile - Friday, January 23, 2015 at 10:20:24 (EST)
Happy New Year to you and Aya! Just read the wonderful article about you in the new issue of Nautilus - the New Yorker references it today, hope you've been able to see it. Have a great tour - John & I are enjoying our retirement in Mobile, Ala., and fervently hope you do play New Orleans! Much love, Stephanie
Stephanie Poe McCook <enigmajean (at) gmail.com>
Mobile, AL USA - Sunday, January 18, 2015 at 11:32:35 (EST)
Happy new year to you Pat. Will we ever see you in Australia?
Anthony Ryan <anthonysryan (at) yahoo.com.au>
Sydney, Australia - Monday, January 05, 2015 at 21:33:08 (EST)
Dear Pat Martino; Wishing you and yours an exciting New Year! Looking forward to seeing you in February in Naples, Florida. Sincerely, Don Plue
Don <donaldplue (at) yahoo.com>
New Port Richey, FL USA - Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at 18:31:03 (EST)
We wish You an Happy New Year, full of Love and Joy. Patrick and Regina
patrick <patrick.71 (at) hotmail.it>
rieti, italy italy - Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at 13:59:01 (EST)
Hi Pat & Aya!!...HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!...it's Katrina ; )...HUGE CONGRATS PAT!!...on your book...it's been such a long time since seeing you two...I'm on the eastcoast at the moment and would love to connect while here...Much Love & Light~K (Jya mata ne 😍)
Katrina <KatrinaLWright13 (at) yahoo.com>
Los Angeles , CA USA - Sunday, December 28, 2014 at 23:05:19 (EST)
Hi Pat, Hope your having a wonderful Christmas !! Blessings to you and Aya !
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, NY USA - Friday, December 26, 2014 at 14:36:29 (EST)
Merry Christmas Pat to you and Aya, hope it is a joyful one! Disappointed that I missed your Thanksgiving weekend gig at Chris', I'm sure it was hot. Looking forward to the next opportunity. God Bless you both. Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessn, DE USA - Wednesday, December 24, 2014 at 13:10:13 (EST)
Dear Pat, want to wish you and your family a very nice, wonderfull and peacefull Christmas, with love in his center. Thank you for all and beyond. Hope we will see us next year in Germany - I bought the tickets allready ;-)
felix hanton <felxhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Wednesday, December 24, 2014 at 03:09:27 (EST)
Pat, or rather Mr. Martino I would like to let you know that most (us) jazz guitarist try to play like you! You are a secret to most of our playing. God bless you and anything you do is a huge inspiration to the jazz world. Your recovery is another amazing landmark in your life story. Thanks for the beautiful music and all you have done! Long Live!!!
tony suto <Tony (at) ddi-1.com>
Chicago, IL USA - Saturday, December 13, 2014 at 00:10:51 (EST)
Dear Pat, A simple message just to thank you for your inspiring contributions to the jazz legacy. I am a young student of jazz guitar and having recently discovered your music, each day I hear something new and am constantly amazed. Thanks for all your dedication and effort over the years to produce so much great work that the rest of us can enjoy. Best Regards, Pushkar
Pushkar Sarkar
- Friday, December 12, 2014 at 16:28:56 (EST)
Hi Pat I am a student of Tony Calabro's here in Australia. I have been having lessons with Tony for 5 or 6 years. Over that period of time Tony has constantly encouraged me to listen to the 'masters' - for me the two names that always crop up are yours and Joe Pass. For someone who has been - for a long time! - essentially a rock music fan, this has been a bit of a challenge. But through Tony's encouragement and perseverance my 'ear' has been developed. Just last week I was listening to your early LP 'East' and I was lost in the music when I realised that your guitar playing excited me just as much as anything in the rock genre. This may be no brainer for you and other jazz players/fans, but for me it was almost like an epiphany! It was also a tribute to Tony's teaching, his program and his patience - at the moment of my 'epiphany' I did think even if I haven't become a better guitarist under Tony's tutelage he certainly has made great progress with developing my appreciation of music! If you had told me 6 years ago I would be groovin' to Pat Martino, 1. I wouldn't know who you were talking about, and 2. when you told me it was jazz I probably would have laughed and snorted something like "Never!" Oh,the arrogance of ignorance! So thank you for your inspiration and music, and I thought you might like to know of the great work Tony does as an ambassador for you and other jazz greats. Kind Regards Wes Palmer
Wes Palmer <palmdawg (at) bigpond.com>
Morwell, Vic Australia - Wednesday, December 03, 2014 at 04:15:48 (EST)
I never, never, thought I'd hear a Jazz guitarist who could do what Bill Evans seemed to do on the piano. Though the guitar is my instrument, I came to Pats music later in life, as it happens, and so Ive heard many players. There are many guitarists I admire in many genres, their skill and dedication, but very few that I love the music they create on the guitar, much fewer still alive. My favourite electric Jazz player is Pat Martino, of all who have been and are still alive. Id compare him to a modern day da Vinci, in the context of the guitar, a unique blend of science and artist. Rare are such blokes.
Ian G <iainmgeachy (at) gmail.com>
Wagga Wagga, NSW Australia - Sunday, November 30, 2014 at 12:00:14 (EST)
Dear Pat and Aya: Once again, I thank you Pat for your kind words of encouragement and inspiration. Over the years, you have been a constant source of light to me. I refer to your body of music no matter what is going on in my life. On this day of thanks, Pat I am grateful for you and more and more I realize that it was no accident that I met you on that night at Folk city club in "The Village". Play on and enjoy this day. Sincerely, Lennox&Juanita
Lennox G. Seales <Seales99 (at) aol.com>
Savannah, Ga. UA - Thursday, November 27, 2014 at 13:06:37 (EST)
Hi Pat and Aya , Just want to wish you both a happy Thanksgiving from the Corsetti"s. Hope to see you some time soon !
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, N.Y. USA - Thursday, November 27, 2014 at 12:24:21 (EST)
Pat, You always talk about how important the present is but what's your view of the importance of the past and future on the present.
ml <ml (at) test.com>
- Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at 19:57:09 (EST)
Mr. Martino, You haven't come to Texas in 3 years!!! Dallas would welcome you with open arms! Hope to see you soon! -The McBride Family of Music Artists
Justin McBride <jlmcbride.ltd (at) gmail.com>
Dallas, TX USA - Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at 18:01:34 (EST)
Dear Mr. Martino, see you soon in spain? Best Regards!
Luis <Lr5691 (at) gmail.com>
San sebastian, Spain - Thursday, November 13, 2014 at 12:06:44 (EST)
Dear Mr. Martino, Since the '50's I've been a great fan of your incredible music. I've been playing at a local Bistro for the last 9 years, since I got retired. I love your upbeat, feel good, awesome single note solos. You lost your memory and had to learn again, but with your mind, obviously, no problem. I have a really good friend, Ernest Ranglin, who gave me a guitar lesson in Jamaica in 1957. He's 82 now and going strong, just had a gig in NYC at the Blue Note. PLease keep showing us what music can be like before the devolution to noise. I'm trying so hard to do that in my little venue, and people seem to like it. I never thought I'd play "Standards" to a crowd that had never heard them! Well, I'm 74. Most of these young people have never heard real music, but I get a little chance to expose them to it in my "background ambiance stuff". It's quiet, listen or not, and I play the best background cocktail, ambiance music I can come up with. I know they don't like jazz, so limit my solos to 1 or 2, that's for me. Anyway it seems to be working, He's sold out every Sat night. So there's hope for us Pat. I also love your student, Jimmy Bruno. Wow!. Just want you to know how much I've enjoyed your music. And I really do Pat, because I can't do it like you, much as I've tried. You're unique. Cheers, Steve.
Stephen Melville <smelville2 (at) cogeco.ca>
Georgetown, ON Canada - Thursday, October 16, 2014 at 20:54:18 (EDT)
Hi pat my name is andrea I'm from italy and I want to thank you for your music and especially the enourmous contribution to the jazz music...and also I hope than one day you'll come in italy thank you!!!!!!!
ANDREA <beach_1993 (at) libero.it>
padua, italy europe - Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 16:35:35 (EDT)
Pat, happy belated birthday, and thank you again for your book Here and Now, signed by you. You have been a guiding light for many years. I was just with Carmen Intorre at his stag wishing him well with his new life of marriage. I hope to see you soon. Congrats on your Living legend award in Philly. As always keep up the great work.
Ralph Fava <lockportmusic (at) verizon.net>
Lockport, NY US - Monday, September 29, 2014 at 14:37:03 (EDT)
Hello Pat, like many of your fans, I've been listening to you for a long time. My first album was "Consciousness". I used to brag about your playing to all my friends when the subject of who was the "baddest" guitarist around. I would then bring out your album and introduce your music. They would be speechless after that. You're still the best. You've have certainly been my inspiration as a guitarist. One question though, Why haven't you come out here to Los Angeles. Plenty of venues out here as you probably already know. My brother and I would love to see you. Keep on inspiring.
Stan Dominguez <s88box (at) gmail.com>
Whittier, CA USA - Friday, September 26, 2014 at 12:43:45 (EDT)
Hello Pat: Just finished your book, wonderful read, and I will be recommending it to jazz friends. My late husband was jazz guitarist Ed Goehrnger, who you may remember from many years ago when he took lessons from you; he worked at Billy Krechmer's Jam Session on Ranstead St along with good friends Tal Farlow and Irv Rivell. All of them got inspiration from your work and I certainly have enjoyed seeing you over the years. Thank you for so much beautiful music and for just BEING!
Mary Eveland-Goehringer <egoehringe (at) aol.com>
Churchville, PA USA - Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at 14:02:15 (EDT)
Pat i just want to say that i'm listening now too much the show after your operation were you said to the audience that you learn to live your life again and i think it's a powerfull message of passion so you never give up the fight also i think about the good hearted people who stand by behind you givin you the support in that critical moment.i really apreciate your music i am discovering your music world a long time ago but in this time i am beggin to understang it‚ sorry i'm cannot express myself vrry well in english ...in a form of español gettho yonkis we will said ”tu musica mata loco” its means Your music kill man... in a good sense of course , keep playing thank you Pat for be part of my music tree influence.wait for see you in Buenos Aires see you amigo,good luck.
Ariel Rodriguez <aritocoyoterodriguez (at) gmail.com>
Buenos Aires, Argentina - Saturday, August 30, 2014 at 03:10:14 (EDT)
Hello , Dear Frien Pat! Hope you had a beautiful Birthday! Miss You! Love,Steve
Steve Getz <stevegetz7 (at) gmail.com>
Bronxville, NY USA - Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at 06:25:51 (EDT)
Yo, Pat! I hope you're having a beautiful Birthday, & woild love to see you again when you come back to St Louis! God be blessing you, Aya, and all of yours, my friend!!! - Bill
Bill Archibald <canticle3 (at) live.com>
Frogville, IL U.S.A. - Monday, August 25, 2014 at 20:42:14 (EDT)
Hello Pat, Stephanie and I wish you the happiest of solar orbit anniversaries! So lovely to see you and Aya at Blues Alley. We will be looking for you in New Orleans! Don't ignore the universe.
John <John.mccook (at) gmail.com>
Mobile, AL USA - Monday, August 25, 2014 at 19:45:46 (EDT)
Happy birthday Pat, from Thessaloniki, GREECE. You have the best wishes from my family too.
CHRISTOS KASIOLAS <cjazz (at) ath.forthnet.gr>
THESSALONIKI, KALAMARIA GREECE - Monday, August 25, 2014 at 17:19:09 (EDT)
Pat, We hope you have a wonderful birthday. I am watching your itinerary for the next opportunity to see and hear you. Regards, Jon
Jon Topp <jon.d.topp (at) gmail.com>
Chesterfield, Missouri United States - Monday, August 25, 2014 at 14:35:06 (EDT)
Happy birthday from the St. Louis area, Pat, and may you have many more!
Tom Galvin
Swansea, IL USA - Monday, August 25, 2014 at 13:50:54 (EDT)
Hello from Paris, Pat. Happy Natal Day! You have just a few month's jump on me: I celebrate #70 on January 11, 2015. Marti and I wish you all the best. Stay well and happy and we hope we'll see you soon! Peace & love toujours.
Phil Demetrion <phildemetrion (at) gmail.com>
Paris, France - Monday, August 25, 2014 at 12:33:12 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat! Hope you're having a joyous day. Here's to many, many more! God bless you and keep you, Pat Lanigan.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Monday, August 25, 2014 at 11:15:13 (EDT)
Still swingin' at 70. Happy Birthday Pat!
Steve Brauner <Hp35 (at) optonline.net>
Mahwah, NJ USA - Monday, August 25, 2014 at 08:03:13 (EDT)
Dear Pat Martino :
Congratulations on your 35th birthday! You look very youthful on your recent performance. Hope this year brings you a lot of happiness and good health.
I sent out the birthday present for you today. This is JaZZ JAPAN Vol.45. "Pat Martino Live report at Cotton Club in Tokyo,JAPAN " that I wrote was placed in. You will get it one or two weeks later, so would you please look forward to that magazine being deliverd.
P.S. Please send my regards to Aya-san.
All best,
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Monday, August 25, 2014 at 05:28:41 (EDT)
dear pat martino: happy, happy birthday to you; i wish you all the time love and happiness and that everything you want comes true. take care and have a wonderful b-day
felix hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Monday, August 25, 2014 at 00:00:53 (EDT)
Good Wishes for a Happy Birthday on Monday
MK
- Sunday, August 24, 2014 at 13:20:50 (EDT)
I would like to start off the birthday wishes for my friend. Pat has been so good to me over the years. Your generosity is only exceeded by your elegance. I wish you many more happy and productive years so that we can enjoy your presence.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad, CA USA - Sunday, August 24, 2014 at 11:03:38 (EDT)
Pat; Heard one of your selections for the first time called "West Coast Blues" on Comcast Cable Music Choice. Wonderful sound. If you are looking for more exposure for your music, I welcome you to contact Denny Farrell who is a personal friend of mine. He can be heard worldwide on his internet radio program called Late Night Chicago Radio. If you go to WWW.DennyFarrell.com., you will get a flavor of the many years of experience he has had as well as contact information. You can also listen to his weekly program on this site, which now focuses more on Jazz. He would enjoy hearing from you, so feel free to contact him.
Greg Johnson <GGolfexpress (at) earthlink.net>
Loves Park, Illinois United States - Thursday, August 14, 2014 at 15:20:26 (EDT)
Dear Pat, I, along with many others I am sure, look forward to the day you can come to Australia so I can see you play live. You are a constant inspiration to me. Take care my friend.
Tony Calabro' <info (at) tonycalabro.com.au>
Morwell, Victoria Australia - Friday, August 08, 2014 at 03:00:48 (EDT)
Hi Pat. I came across Oleo on YouTube about a year ago and have been totally inspired by your music ever since. Many thanks!
Al <allantstark (at) gmail.com>
Wakefield, West Yorkshire England - Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at 01:40:54 (EDT)
Dear Mr.Martino you are my guitar Hero, I am Originally from Syria. the country of lost souls, but with music there is always hope. I wish to see you playing live, and even to study with you someday. hope you a joyful music making and playing
Amr Hammour <amr.hammour (at) gmail.com>
- Monday, July 28, 2014 at 10:16:35 (EDT)
So happy you made it back to Blues Alley. John and I caught both Saturday night shows and they were both sublime, Footprints in the second set was over the moon! Thanks for sharing that Lauren Bacall quote, must see. Do you ever play in New Orleans? :-)
Stephanie Poe McCook <poe (at) alumni.ufl.edu>
Washington, DC USA - Sunday, July 27, 2014 at 07:47:22 (EDT)
I had the pleasure of hearing you at Blues Alley Saturday night. What a privilege, and what a nice of great music. Thank you. Your Trio is so in sync.
Vince Rinehart <vrinehart (at) earthlink.net>
Rockville, MD USA - Sunday, July 27, 2014 at 02:19:09 (EDT)
It was so great driving up from Philly, to see you at the Blue Note in New York last night. I glad I got to meet you again at the bar after the show. It was a honor that you remembered meeting me at Chris' in Philly. I hope to hear you play again many times, Gary from Philly.
Gary Adam Feldman <gafeldm (at) hotmail.com>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Thursday, July 24, 2014 at 16:47:58 (EDT)
Pat, It was just wonderful to hear you last night at the Blue Note. Joe and I enjoyed it immensely. Your band sounds great! Pat Bianchi and Carmen Intorre are too much! It's always a special treat, and I look forward to the next time you guys come to play here. Mike
Mike Shefrin <mikeshefrin9 (at) gmail.com>
NYC, NY USA - Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at 14:59:44 (EDT)
Pat, great set last night at the Blue Note. 'Catch' and 'Oleo' were smokin'. Always great to see you. I also really dug the extended head on 'Lean Years' Best Wishes, Steve
Steve Brauner <hp35 (at) optonline.net>
Mahwah, NJ USA - Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at 12:07:37 (EDT)
Caught the organ trio with my wife at the NYC Blue Note last night, terrific, just terrific. Long time fan since the early '70s, and for one reason or another never made it to a live performance. The "Blue in Green" (I think that's what it was) solo coda was particularly beautiful. Thanks for all the great music.
Bob Windbiel <windbiel (at) aol.com>
NYC, NY USA - Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at 08:46:56 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I discovered your music recently when I heard 'Bar Wars'.I have had this album on high rotation ever since along with other examples of your music. I particularly like 'The Breeze and I'. You are a good inspiration to me as I strive to be a better musician. I hope you can visit Australia. Best regards...Simon
Simon <simonkgilbert (at) gmail.com>
Melbourne, VICTORIA Australia - Sunday, July 20, 2014 at 08:13:39 (EDT)
the inspiration for all guitarists in the world
giorgioromolo <giorgioromolo (at) gmail.com>
PISTOIA, PT Italia - Sunday, July 06, 2014 at 05:37:57 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I was just thinking about you and thought I'd prove it. I don't say it enough, but thank you for all the beautiful music you make and release into the wild :-) That's us. Appreciatively, Merci
Merciful Lee Dickens <merciful (at) mindspring.com>
Kent, WA USA - Monday, June 30, 2014 at 21:53:37 (EDT)
okay yay !
nicolas <nhoullet (at) gmail.com>
paris, - Sunday, June 29, 2014 at 13:14:19 (EDT)
Pat Do you need a copy of the Gene Ludwig trio demo You guys do Airegin Silvers Serenade The Visit among others If you need it post a message here in your guest book & I'll mail it to you Hope you are enjoying those cds I sent you
Martino fan
- Saturday, June 28, 2014 at 14:59:02 (EDT)
Hey there, Pat, so good to see you perform once again at Chris' and I even had a great seat for the concert! Your style is impeccable and always respectful of others' works as well. Hope to see you again soon, maybe at the Blues Alley. Take care, Laura
Laura Marshall <lgoldenm29 (at) hotmail.com>
Silver Spring, MD USA - Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 09:50:50 (EDT)
Pat: What a wonderful experience at the show at Chris' Cafe in Philly on May 17th. You and the band comoletely blew ua away.!! I have been listening since the 60,s and never heard you play better. God bless.!!! and thank you for taking the time to connect with me about the old days in NYC.....
ken <funk49 (at) optonline.net>
north brunswick, nj usa - Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 14:02:27 (EDT)
Thank you so much for rolling out the red carpet for me. I really enjoyed watching the sound checks (rehearsals) and the two new tunes (Sam Sack & Soul Eyes). The band was ripping as usual.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <lrHenry (at) gmail.com>
Carlsbad, Ca USA - Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 10:18:50 (EDT)
I began to listen to your music in college. I got to know you at your master class in Fermatta (Mexico City, back in 2009). And today is Teacher's Day here in Mexico. So, have a very nice and joyful day, congratulations :)
Bernardo Aguilar <climaxsonico (at) gmail.com>
Mexico, DF Mexico - Thursday, May 15, 2014 at 17:08:04 (EDT)
Hey Pat, Looking forward to another great night at Chris' on Saturday. See you then. All the best, Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.om>
Hockessin, DE USA - Thursday, May 15, 2014 at 15:42:40 (EDT)
Pat....it was GREAT to hear your performance at the JAZZ BRIDGE CONCERT! ...thanks for your inspiration, hard work and masterful creative talents.....and thanks for contributing to the welfare of your brothers and sisters in music!
Tom Glenn <tomg (at) tomglennmusic.com>
Havertown, Pa USA - Saturday, April 26, 2014 at 16:01:10 (EDT)
Pat Did you get the packages of cds I sent you There is some great stuff there You should see if you can release any of them Your fans would love it All the best
Martino fan
- Friday, April 25, 2014 at 16:37:33 (EDT)
Thank You For Your Music.29 year old listening to your music.All The Best Wishes in current works.Hello From Bosnia and Herzegovina.;)
Pedja <pedjaboras (at) gmail.com>
Vitina, Bosnia and Herzegovina - Monday, April 21, 2014 at 07:04:36 (EDT)
it was fabulous driving you to your gig the other night. lovely conversation. i'll come see you the next time you're in town.
Brian Dillon
new york, ny usa - Saturday, April 19, 2014 at 13:52:20 (EDT)
A huge thank you for your wonderful autobiography... I learned as much about myself from your philosophical reflections as I learned from your music and biography, and the book stimulated me to listen to a number of your albums with several more on the way. Thank you, Mr. Martino! Also, I'm grateful for a chance to work through the Linear Expressions book, as the five tonal zones are helping me understand areas on the fret board previously missing from my learning. I am looking forward to finishing it over the next several months. Best wishes for a great year, and I look forward to hearing you if you return to northern California.
Bill Murphy <WCMurphy19 (at) yahoo.com>
Mountain View, CA USA - Thursday, April 10, 2014 at 17:51:38 (EDT)
i just just going over your chord family method and decided to thank you for these lesson materials you have provided over the years, in addition to your supreme music, of course. so thoughtful of you. God bless.
jim vieth <jimvieth (at) att.net>
truckee, ca usa - Friday, April 04, 2014 at 13:34:01 (EDT)
Pat, It was another great week at Jazz Showcase in Chicago. Thanks, I look forward to next time. Best wishes for your Tokyo trip.
Jon Topp <jdtopp (at) swbell.net>
Chesterfield, MO USA - Wednesday, March 26, 2014 at 08:36:49 (EDT)
Always enjoyed your music.
D. Connor <donaldc.connor (at) gmail.com>
fl usa - Monday, March 17, 2014 at 17:31:14 (EDT)
Happy Saint Patrick's day!
Dr. LeRoy Henry <lrhenry (at) gmail.com>
Carlsbad, Ca USA - Monday, March 17, 2014 at 11:20:25 (EDT)
Just listened To Young Guns. Great stuff! Colossus! Thanks for dipping into your person collection for this gem.
John <aiq (at) ureach.com>
Washington, DC USA - Thursday, March 13, 2014 at 15:10:16 (EDT)
All the best wishes and thank you so much for letting us all benefit from your inspired and inspiring musicianship.I'd sincerely appreciate to have the fortune of experiencing a live concert here in Europe, if opportunities would allow for you to find your way by, for maybe a small tour covering our humble part of the universe.
Algast Geolan-Eyot <bongobib (at) hotmail.com>
Århus, Denmark - Saturday, March 01, 2014 at 10:17:19 (EST)
All the best to you ! I can
Bob Wirtz <bwirtz (at) whittier.edu>
Pasadena, CA 91104 - Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at 18:45:33 (EST)
Just saw Unstrung and sending love from Miami. Looking forward to seeing and hearing you again one day soon. God bless always, Marc
Marc Berner <marcusbones (at) hotmail.com>
Miami, Fl USA - Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at 05:52:48 (EST)
Pat, Just wanted check in old friend. Man, I recently saw a old photo of you from back in the day,you look great now and then, and your music..the very best!
chuck mallon <mal1611 (at) aol.com>
lake park, fl usa - Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 13:26:20 (EST)
Pat, I remember you took time from your busy schedule to encourage us 8 months after that terrible disaster. This time you will come a few weeks after the 3 year anniversary. You are with us, we are with you, ALWAYS.
Sugi <msugi44 (at) gmail.com>
Yamato, Japan - Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 07:57:13 (EST)
I'll be seeing you in March for sure.
Sugi <msugi44 (at) gmail.com>
Yamato, Japan - Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 05:43:59 (EST)
Hello Pat, Thank you again for your great music! May I ask how is Eric Kloss doing these days? Regards CFerguson Melbourne Australia
Craig Ferguson <trane70 (at) hotmail.com>
Melbourne, Australia - Monday, February 10, 2014 at 20:57:58 (EST)
I am a long time fan. Can't wait to see you on 2/15 in Baltimore. I have tickets to both shows.
Hugh Williams <hughxwilliams (at) icloud.com>
Phoenixville, PA USA - Sunday, February 09, 2014 at 10:24:07 (EST)
Helo Pat Thanks to open my eyes with your classes in youtube I hope to see you in Chicago from 20-23 " I love your style it takes me to another dimension just like Jimi Hendrix. I hope to see you in Chicago
Van Da Fonseca <vanmarla1 (at) iprimus.com.au>
Sydney, NSW Australia - Tuesday, January 28, 2014 at 05:02:18 (EST)
Happy New Year to you and your sweet wife, Aya! I had hoped to see you in Nov. but wasn't able to swing it this year. May your New Year be filled with only wonderful things for you and Aya! Love, Angela
Angela Ponte Gallagher <citygirl1107 (at) hotmail.com>
Morton, PA United States - Friday, January 17, 2014 at 03:41:52 (EST)
Happy 2014,Pat! Miss You!
Steve Getz <stevegetz7 (at) gmail.com>
Bronxville, NY USA - Monday, January 13, 2014 at 15:22:29 (EST)
Hi Pat its been a long time, I thought you should know that your God Child Chrystle is now 28 has 3 children all healthy and happy.
Kenneth <kgriffin63 (at) gmail.com>
Oxford, Pa USA - Wednesday, January 08, 2014 at 07:34:14 (EST)
Dearest Aya & Pat - A long-overdue hello and wishing you a happy & healthy 2014! We are going to see you this year, one way or another! NYC in April perhaps? Much love, Stephanie & John xoxox
Stephanie Poe McCook <poe (at) alumni.ufl.edu>
Washington, DC USA - Saturday, January 04, 2014 at 19:23:43 (EST)
Happy New Year, Pat & Aya!!
Hirofumi Yamazaki
Japan - Thursday, January 02, 2014 at 12:14:12 (EST)
HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!!!
felix hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Wednesday, January 01, 2014 at 03:17:58 (EST)
Happy New Year Pat! Hope you had a wonderful Christmas. I was glad to hear that Delmar emailed you as is doing well, wishing him the best for further progress. I've been revisiting my old vinyl of "Joyous Lake", would love to hear a rendition of "Line Games" in an upcoming set. See you again soon! Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at 11:05:44 (EST)
Dear Pat and Aya , hope you are enjoying this very special time of the year! May God continue to bless you in all that you do ! All The Best, Bobby And Gabrielle
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, N.Y. USA - Thursday, December 26, 2013 at 11:37:07 (EST)
Dear Pat and family, Here is wishing you a safe,healthy and joyous holiday season, from Lennox and family in Savannah Ga. Pat we truly love and appreciate you, your music and your wisdom. May God continue to keep you safe and protected. Love&Blessings Lennox&Juanita
Lennox G. Seales <Seales99 (at) aol.com>
Pooler, Ga. USA - Wednesday, December 25, 2013 at 12:32:28 (EST)
Dear Mr. Pat Martino, I wish you and your family a wonderfull and peacefull Christmas - you are a fantastic men, love everywhere. Thank you for your music and for your philosophie. For me you are like a star in the sky, you give me a direction for my way in my live. Thank you for all !!
felix hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Monday, December 23, 2013 at 14:08:38 (EST)
Hi Pat, Just re watched Unstrung. A truly brilliant documentary. I wish you a good forthcoming Christmas. I still treasure meeting you at Ronnie Scott's in London in 2005. I caught you after the first set and you spent the 20 minute break with me in the downstairs private bar with a beer. I still tell people that you did that for a fan from the audience. They still don't believe me! You have no idea how special that was for me Pat! P.s Thoughts and peaceful rest to Jim Hall (1930- 2013). What a musician Pat! from Ged Feerick and my daughter Gemma who loves your creative music too
ged feerick <ged (at) gemmalou.karoo.co.uk>
east yorks, east yorks United Kingdom - Saturday, December 14, 2013 at 11:46:34 (EST)
Dear Pat, I am sending you and yours wishes for a bright and warm holiday season and my deep gratitude for your ever inspiring artistry! Sid/Minneapolis
Sid Gasner <sid.gasner (at) gmail.com>
Mpls, MN US - Monday, December 09, 2013 at 11:37:15 (EST)
Great to see you again at Chris's! Damon and I had great seats for the first show. You were,as usual, impeccable! It was even better to receive an extremely warm handshake, which is rare in the "fist bump" era. Thanks and Happy Holidays!
Stu Gollin <Leegollin (at) yahoo.com>
Philly, Pa USA - Monday, December 09, 2013 at 09:33:44 (EST)
Pat, I know it is trite, but words cannot express the joy of hearing you for all eight sets at the Bistro in St Louis this week. From watching the other listeners each night, I can confidently say I was not alone. It was the privilege of a lifetime to help in a small way to make this event happen. I look forward to seeing you at the Showcase in Chicago. My sincere thanks to Pat and Carmen as well. "These ARE (still) Soulful Days". With deep Thanks. Jon
Jon Topp <jdtopp (at) swbell.net>
Chester, - Sunday, December 08, 2013 at 15:25:05 (EST)
My wife and I saw you @ The Bistro in St Louis last night and we're blow away by you chops... Everything about last night was perfect, the chops, the band and the venue... Pat..Thanks so much for coming to town... Please come more often!!!
Dominic Mattina <Dmattina (at) yahoo.com>
Saint Louis, Mo USA - Sunday, December 08, 2013 at 12:09:46 (EST)
saw you in st louis dec 6th you were great. my wife enjoyed the show.i had the chance to tell you how much i love your playing and howard roberts playing. god bless you pat come back to st louis soon.
joe beaty <joebeaty55 (at) yahoo.com>
SMITHTON, ILLINOIS United States - Saturday, December 07, 2013 at 20:36:55 (EST)
Hey Pat, You blew me away again last night at Chris's just as you have been doing for the past 35 years. WOW!!!!!!!
John <johndyce (at) comcast.net>
Downingtown, Pa US - Sunday, December 01, 2013 at 11:45:07 (EST)
You and the band played another amazing show last night at Chris' Jazz Cafe in Philly. Thank you for the incredible music.
Doug Gershuny <douglas.gershuny (at) gmail.com>
Cherry Hill, NJ USA - Sunday, December 01, 2013 at 06:59:13 (EST)
Pat: My son, Nik, and I are so sorry to have missed you at Regattabar on 11/1. My bad...not attentive to checking the schedules. I hope that Pete O. and Bob got in to your shows. I might just have to fly down to NYC or Philly and catch you down there. I can't go over a year without the experience of a live show. Be well, both you and Aya.
Fred <fred.hunt (at) kewill.com>
Boston, MA USA - Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at 10:20:17 (EST)
Hey Pat. I'm pretty exhausted, just spent 6 months on the road, I've got the coffee brewing, plenty of smoke, I think I'll do an all nighter studying your phrasing and chord changes. That's usually what I do the minute I get back to NY. And I'm a hard rock shredster, go figure. Nice to be home.
Erich <erich1029384756 (at) yahoo.com>
Brooklyn, NY U.S - Saturday, November 16, 2013 at 00:56:40 (EST)
Dear Pat Martino, I'm reading your autobiography right now here in Switzerland, I feel very touched especially by chapter 12 Ayako. Years ago I wrote into this guestbook: 'please Mister Martino, make a CD with just Ballads on it'. And you did 'we are together again', which is a very peacefull piece of music. Today I want to ask you again: 'Please, Pat Martino, make a CD, duets together with your wife!'. I saw and heard you playing with Ayako in the movie about you (brain mystery), and another time on Youtube...beautiful, I really would love this and I'm sure, many other beings on this planet would love it, this would be a great thing to happen. With my warmest regards Martin Isler
Martin <martin-isler (at) bluewin.ch>
Biel, Switzerland - Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at 16:22:09 (EST)
Thank you Pat for coming to visit us in Boston! (Cambridge) It was a pleasure to see and hear you and the rest of the trio at the Regattabar. You've always been able to get up here to Boston on a regular basis, and we hope you'll come back again soon. Thanks!
Barry <bpottsa (at) yahoo.com>
Somerville , MA USA - Friday, November 08, 2013 at 10:46:40 (EST)
Hi Mr. Martino, I am a 17 year old aspiring Hammond organist in Boise, ID. I just want to say how much your music has really inspired me, and how it really makes me want to keep working hard and pursuing this timeless music, no matter what the circumstances are in life. You are no doubt a hero, and I would really love to meet you and hear you perform sometime. I and many others would be thrilled if you came to Boise sometime soon! Kind regards, Joel Bean
Joel Bean <jlbean1996 (at) gmail.com>
Boise, ID USA - Saturday, November 02, 2013 at 21:08:14 (EDT)
Hello! Mr. Martino! Been a fan of your playing for years. Never knew about the many adversities you had in life till I recently read your biography. I'm picking up the Sax again after an 18 year hiatus; life just got busy and I fell away from playing. Well, I'm 50 know and thought it would be too late to get back into it "seriously". Getting back to technical ability and form will be a very daunting task, but you story of perseverance and courage has inspired me. I hope to circle back with my old high school sax teacher Larry Mckenna; he's the Best! Thanks Pat!
Jim Mayer <jamesmmayer (at) msn.com>
Philadelphia, PA United States - Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at 14:04:09 (EDT)
Hello Pat, This is Mike your number one fan in Seattle. I saw you last week in Jazz Alley in Seattle. That group you had was smoking and you were brilliant. It takes a very humble person to feature another person on the bill that your headlining. James Carter on horn was a very nice addition. Your comping was fast and beautiful. The whole group was outstanding. I think that you should move to Seattle when you retire and teach lessons. Thank you for being who you are as a musician and a mentor to all of us who love and study your music. Michael P.S. Please come to Seattle more often
Michael Scoggins <mascoggs (at) msn.com>
Seattle, WA - Friday, October 25, 2013 at 00:34:26 (EDT)
Ijust got tickets for one of your St. Louis shows. Iam really looking forward to it.
JOE BEATY <joebeaty55 (at) yahoo.com>
SMITHTON, Illinois United States - Saturday, October 19, 2013 at 20:51:47 (EDT)
Hi Pat, You and your playing have been an inspiration to me for many years. I hope to see you live some day. Thanks for taking us listeners into your world. Cheers, Brian (Portland, OR)
Brian Brogan <broganjazz (at) gmail.com>
Portland, OR USA - Thursday, October 10, 2013 at 00:14:01 (EDT)
I've enjoyed your music for years and was able to see you live at Chris' Jazz Cafe in Philly a few years ago. Hope you come back soon!
Doug Gershuny <douglas.gershuny (at) gmail.com>
Cherry Hill, NJ - New Jersey United States - Tuesday, October 01, 2013 at 12:30:02 (EDT)
I really wanted to go to Philly and see and hear you two guy's performance. One of my FB friends just let me know the You-Tube links of Friday's performance (only two tunes, though...) and I enjoy them very much, hoping more to be uploaded ^^) Give my best to Aya-san. Looks like you are getting busy again. Please take care of yourself. I'll keep in touch. --- Sugi
Sugi <mokujiki12 (at) gmail.com>
Yamato, Japan - Tuesday, October 01, 2013 at 00:11:05 (EDT)
Hi Pat, What a great event last night! Eldar is incredible (enjoying his CD's today) and the interplay between you both was pitch perfect. I can't tell you how much I appreciate the time you take to chat each time we see you, and Aya is always delightful (amazing that she cut and styled her own hair, really pulls off the new look!)Hoping we can get back for the November dates. All the best, Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Sunday, September 29, 2013 at 13:14:00 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I am looking forward to your performance in October at Jazz Alley. I have made reservations for Thursday Oct. 10th. I am a long time fan...I wore out the Desperado vinyl album practicing along to Oleo, with you on electric 12 string. But, I am wondering if you would consider giving me a guitar lesson while you are in town? I would be happy to come to you, at your convenience. Thanks, Rolf Johnson
Rolf Johnson <rolf.johnson1 (at) hotmail.com>
Everett, WA USA - Tuesday, September 24, 2013 at 21:56:17 (EDT)
Happy Belated birthday to you, Pat! I have loved your music for nearly 40 years now. I was wondering if "Lean Years" was written over rhythm changes?
Ed Kincade <ed.kincade (at) valueoptions.com>
Raleigh, NC USA - Friday, September 13, 2013 at 14:40:00 (EDT)
Your life story is inspiring as is your music. Maybe you know of the stories of other musicians who had similar physical challenges - I think of guitarist Hank Garland and singer Jimmie Rodgers.
Laurence W Johnson <mathpalace (at) yahoo.com>
Morton Grove, IL USA - Friday, September 06, 2013 at 21:13:51 (EDT)
Thoughts and blessings of a wonderful belated birthday Pat! Demetrius and I would love to dine with you again, so please let us know the next time you'll be in town. Love and many hugs, Donna and Demetrius
Donna Kirven <celdancer (at) gmail.com>
Pittsburg, CA USA - Wednesday, September 04, 2013 at 22:12:50 (EDT)
Happy belated birthday Pat. Wishing you all the best.
Mike Shefrin
Mallorca, Spain - Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at 18:44:30 (EDT)
Happy Belated Birthday, Pat! Can't wait to see you at Chris' with Eldar. Currently enjoying "Alone Together" with Bobby Rose (met him in the parking garage after your gig and book signing a couple years ago). Pure fireworks! All the best, Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at 11:43:37 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat! Wishing you the best! Sorry I have been MIA the last 3 years! I will see you soon! I'll explain when I see you! Keep blazin' the trail my friend! Your pal always, Rob Lavery
Rob Lavery <robertclavery (at) gmail.com>
Woodstock, NY USA - Monday, August 26, 2013 at 13:12:00 (EDT)
Happy birthday from Logroño (Spain). It was a privilege to meet you after your concert here. I've been doing a little work on your licks lately. It's proving difficult but extremely interesting!
David Fernández <davidfernandez203 (at) ono.com>
LOGROÑO, Spain - Monday, August 26, 2013 at 07:51:34 (EDT)
Happy Birthday, Pat!!
Hirofumii Yamazaki
Japan - Monday, August 26, 2013 at 04:34:01 (EDT)
Pat; I hope your are being surrounded by happiness and light, Thanks for all the joy that you spread around the world with your artistic vision! A big hug from Mexico,till we meet again! Luis Octavio Cervantes
Luis Octavio Cervantes <ocerv (at) yahoo.com>
Toluca, Mex Mexico - Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 23:53:35 (EDT)
Happy birthday, Pat! I'm looking forward to hearing you again in St. Louis during early December.
Tom Galvin <EADGBE54 (at) yahoo.com>
Swansea, IL USA - Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 19:51:12 (EDT)
It's with great awe that i write to you, Pat Martino. I am a big fan obviously. 2 guitarists make me weep, it's you and Pat Metheny. Metheny is more delicate in his approach to the strings but you have the vocabulary and the cojones and that's why you're my favorite. The album which i listen to the most is We'll be Together Again from back in the day. I usually play it in the evening before i go to sleep and i turn it down very low volume. Other times in the daytime i play On The Stairs very loudly and it fills me up with joy and energy. Man i love your music. And i very much appreciate your tone, that's why i ordered a Martino series from Benedetto which is due in 2 weeks. I have it without your signature on the fingerrest cuz.. i'm not you :) I also added a piezo pick-up in the bridge for that added unplugged sonority. Hmmm.. is there any chance on Earth that you could sign my guitar? Happy birthday mr. Pat Martino. I hope i will be seeing you live someday, which could be kind of tricky since i live in Romania, but one can only hope. Take care and all the blue in green! Victor Podeanu
Victor Podeanu <victor.podeanu (at) gmail.com>
Bucharest, Romania - Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 19:42:21 (EDT)
hey Pat....Happy birthday!!! all the best Luigi
Luigi <marettiluigi (at) libero.it>
Travedona , Varese Italia - Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 18:15:43 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I hope somehow this reaches you. My dad is BRIAN HARMAN the jazz guitar player from Kansas City who put on some shows for you and became friends with you. We traveled to St. Louis to see you as well. My dad over the past few years has been diagnosed with M.S. and can't pick up a guitar anymore. His condition just keeps getting worse and it's very hard to watch. When I visit home with my brother we will listen to your music and George benson and tears come to his eyes. I can't imagine someone being in that much pain and not being able to pick up a guitar. It was his one passion and he was incredible at it as you found out I'm sure. I am just sending this as a thank you for all the inspiration you have giving him and my entire family. I really hope I can make a special trip home and come to St. Louis because it would be the best moment of his life. All he can do is watch the tv and sit in the living room. Maybe you'll come to Kansas City in the futurre. Anyways, I hope somehow I could get you in contact with him or better yet, a chance to see each other again. I currently have on "First Light" and it's very refreshing still after decades. Hope you are doing well and hope we can all reconnect in the near future. Love, The Harman family-Brian, Ann, Jeremy, and Nathan.
Nathan Harman <nathan838harman (at) gmail.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 12:08:50 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat!! Hope you and yours are happy and well. Have a MAGNIFICENT day!! Will catch up with you soon!
Steve Valerio <Steveindeed (at) yahoo.com>
New York, NY - New York USA - Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 11:40:20 (EDT)
appy Birthday Mr Martin! First of all, sorry my poor English. I've got a very best CD of your great carrer for years, named "Cream", and I'd love to see you playing here in Brazil, for your fans have been waiting for hearing your fantastic tunes "live". God bless you and good luck forever.
Sílvio B Passos <silviobp (at) ig.com.br>
Rio de Janeiro, RJ BRAZIL - Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 11:31:47 (EDT)
Dear Pat Martino: Happy Birthday! Wishing you many more birthdays to come, you are a National Treasure. God Bless you and yours. Please continue the beautiful music! Sincerely, Don Plue.
Don Plue <donaldplue (at) yahoo.com>
- Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 11:23:44 (EDT)
Happy B Day Mr Pat
Kirk YANO
Brooklyn, NY Martinoville - Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 07:35:46 (EDT)
HUGHUGHUG~HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Pat-San~HUGHUGHUG
Sugi <msugi44 (at) gmail.com>
Yamato, Japan - Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 05:36:20 (EDT)
Dear Mr. Pat Martino, Happy, Happy Birthday to you - I wish you from my hearth all the best and that everything you wish comes true. For me you are like a compass through my live, thank you for beeing, for your Music, for everything - all love, felix
Felix Hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 02:08:12 (EDT)
Happy,happy,happy birthday,Pat! I hope all is well with you and Aya-san. Please take care of your health, and show us your splendid performances. My reader's opinion of your live at Blue Note Tokyo of July appeared on "JaZZ JAPAN Vol.37". Now I'm translating it and send it to you, please wait for a while. I always support you in JAPAN. All best, Hiroshi Hagihara.
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 00:31:19 (EDT)
Pat, We are extremely excited that you are coming back to Jazz at the Bistro in St Louis in December. We have heard you there in 2009 and 2010 and can't wait. Barbara and I are pleased to be part of the sponsorship for this event. Thanks so much for including St Louis in your plans. Jon
Jon Topp <jdtopp (at) swbell.net>
Chesterfield, MO United States - Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at 12:09:32 (EDT)
Excited to see you're playing Chris' again and the day after my birthday! What a better way to celebrate than going to see. El Hombre!
Lee Stuart Gollin <Leegollin (at) yahoo.com>
Philadelphia, Pa Usa - Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at 08:38:16 (EDT)
Pat! Never a dull moment on your latest CD. I am truly riding the wave and enjoying all of your tastey licks. Majestic! I have to tell you that I have never heard a better vesion of Wes' Four On Six than yours. Truth be known! last but not least, Monk's Round Midnight. It is one of the most soulful compelling pieces ever. Pat, sometimes i wonder what it would be like to just hear you doing your version of some main stream pop. I havemany examples of you doing the american song book stuff. I especially love Days of wine and roses. My last fantasy, Just you playing an entire CD of acoustic pop songs like you did with Joni's both sides; all done in a special setting. Oh well, Island fantasies! Yes, early happy birthday and much blessings Peace, Lennox
Lennox G. Seales <Seales99 (at) aol.com>
Savannah, Ga. USA - Tuesday, August 13, 2013 at 21:01:30 (EDT)
Dear Pat, thank you for the great music, the outstanding playing and the unique approach to music theory specifically adapted to the guitar. You are certainly aware of the influence you had on countless individuals around the world - I wanted to let you know your greatness and kind spirit had touched the hearts and minds of some dedicated musicians and listeners from the island of Tahiti in French Polynesia. As we say here, "Mauruuru" & "Iaorana"! ("Thank you" & "Cheers!")
Florent Atem <florentatem (at) hotmail.com>
Pirae, Tahiti French Polynesia - Saturday, August 10, 2013 at 13:11:55 (EDT)
Hello Pat. Hope you and your wife are doing well. Sorry we couldn't get together this year in Florida. Look froward to the next time.
Tommy Benson <tommy.b1 (at) mac.com>
Manhattan, Fl USA - Wednesday, August 07, 2013 at 23:01:37 (EDT)
Hello Maestro, Sorry you were not able to include DC in your tour plans this summer. I feel a road trip coming on! All the best.
John McCook
Washington, DC - Monday, August 05, 2013 at 18:58:31 (EDT)
Pat, i am a (not too) young guitarist, i really like Jazz and your style of improvisation. I just read your biography and found out about your amnesia. The musician who took me into Jazz and Jazz guitar was Django Reinhardt...honestly, I hope i don't have to pass through an injury like you and Django did to become a better musician! Your music is really instructive and inspiring for me. Thank you and best wishes for the future!
Dario <darioscuderi1 (at) gmail.com>
Palermo, Italy - Monday, August 05, 2013 at 12:02:41 (EDT)
pls pls pls pls pls pls come to Peru!!!! Arequipa!!! lima!!! enjoy ! u r the best!
katha jara <jazz_jara (at) hotmail.com>
arequipa, peru - Friday, July 19, 2013 at 14:54:30 (EDT)
how are you and your wife. a so very being sorry johnny smith, a just note to the group. I had a little stroke = again but I just to hello to cris. jazz club to go and hear jazz again.
ernie rags <eragz1933 (at) comcast.net>
phila, pa usa - Friday, July 12, 2013 at 22:58:05 (EDT)
To Kirk: Thanks for everything.
To Pat: I'll keep in my mind every word you gave to me. I will never let myself down for anything.
Sugi <mokujiki12 (at) gmail.com>
Japan - Thursday, July 04, 2013 at 03:32:14 (EDT)
Hey Pat ,,it's your old student and friend,,i was blessed to be able to study with you at a young age back in the 80's at your pops house,,30 years later i think I'm finally able to tune the guitar,Chris Jones moved back to Syracuse so were getting ready to do some recording,,glad to see your out there sharing your incredible talent and your healthy,,i still have all of the beautifully penned scores you shared with me and you are still a huge musical influence ,, I'm forever grateful Love Mike
Mike Andreassi <mandreassi (at) rochester.rr.com>
rochester, ny USA - Thursday, July 04, 2013 at 12:38:31 (EDT)
PM---Killin' it @ The Tokyo Blue Note-----
Kirk YANO
Tokyo, JP Martinoville - Tuesday, July 02, 2013 at 20:44:27 (EDT)
Pat, Just checking in old friend,I see your're doing well,me too. Remember your're loved. Susan said Hello,next time your in West palm or Miami look for me in the audience!
chuck mallon <mal1611 (at) aol.com>
west palm beach, fla usa - Monday, July 01, 2013 at 11:29:57 (EDT)
We'll sneak into the 2nd one on Tuesday. See you then.
Sugi <mokujiki12 (at) gmail.com>
jp - Monday, July 01, 2013 at 06:41:09 (EDT)
Thank you for being such an inspiration. Your playing is amazing, but I wanted to thank you for your intellect, introspection, and deep insights into music as an embodiment of philosophy. Listening to your interviews and instructional videos sheds new light on the angst that often comes with being a guitar player striving to improve technically. Sometimes, our ego and self-judgment gets in the way of appreciating the spiritual (for lack of a better word) gift of music and of expression through instrument. Thank you again.
Randolph Mitchell <milessound (at) yahoo.com>
Newark, NJ USA - Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 14:06:24 (EDT)
PM---Thank you for taking the time to hang in AC -----see you in Tokyo next week----kirk
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY Martinoville - Monday, June 24, 2013 at 08:04:01 (EDT)
My first exposure to jazz guitar was Johnny Smith on Kaleidascope. After reading how much you loved his playing I could really hear it in your playing, the way that your playing is inside all of us who studied and learned to play while listening to you. Johnny was a decent man and a true musician who eschewed fame for stability. The legacy he leaves is that of a young man in his prime, in his stride and like the great Lou Gehrig he was a shining knight, a champion of guitar.
Stu from Philly <Leegollin (at) yahoo.com>
Philly, Pa USA - Friday, June 14, 2013 at 00:47:57 (EDT)
My deepest regret, as well as sorrow for the departure of Johnny Smith. Aside from later becoming a friend, Johnny was one of the initial sources, at the very beginning of my devotion to the guitar. There can be no greater respect than what I hold dearly in my heart for Johnny Smith. More than anything I appreciate that Johnny passed on peacefully at home, in Colorado Springs. Bravo my friend, for showing us how beautifully life can sing!
Pat Martino
- Thursday, June 13, 2013 at 16:59:41 (EDT)
Dear Pat I'll finally have the pleasure of catching you at the Blue Note in Tokyo next month. I'm looking forward to it tremendously. Is there any chance of having a lesson with you sometime during your time in Tokyo?
Kamil <kamil (at) mm.st>
- Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 02:30:51 (EDT)
jim farquars girlfriend /jim passed away march 4 you were his mentor hopev to see you when u r in pittsburgh
marcia mcallister <mammy413 (at) outlook.com>
pittsburgh, pa usa - Friday, June 07, 2013 at 20:39:37 (EDT)
PM--Have great gigs this weekend--and a Hello to your Driving partner----see you in Tokyo in a few weeks-----------------------k
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY Martinoville - Friday, June 07, 2013 at 12:06:24 (EDT)
I spent the weekend listening to one of your co-conspirators and fans: John Lawlor. He credited you for your influence on his thinking and playing. He was gigging at the Astoria, OR, Tenor Guitar Festival. John knows his way around the fretboard. Jazz is alive and well, fortunately.
Sandy Noyes <boojum (at) charter.net>
Astoria, Oregon United States - Tuesday, June 04, 2013 at 22:11:15 (EDT)
Dear Pat, Today is a sad day here in Savannah Ga. Our Ambassador of Jazz, Ben Tucker was killed today when a car ran into his golf cart. Ironically, I pulled out your Album Strings on Sunday. I kicked back and took in the groove with Ben and your self jamming. Yes, All we have is today. One day at a time. I am grateful for the blessings of having Ben and you to touch my life. Thanks again Pat. May God continue to bless us.
Lennox Seales <Seales99 (at) aol.com>
Savannah, Ga USA - Tuesday, June 04, 2013 at 18:29:14 (EDT)
"Alles Erhabene ist ebenso schwierig wie selten" (B. Spinoza). I hope I translate it right: All elevated is just as difficult as rare. After your concert in Vienna I saw this from Spinoza and I thought, this means you and your concert. Thank you for your great, perfect, fascinating, deep emotional concert and for your time after the concert. It was very impressive to meet you in person. Thank you so much. There is no human and guitarplayer like you. Love this so much - thank you
Felix <felixhartl (at) web.de>
german - Monday, May 27, 2013 at 14:02:53 (EDT)
Not in the habit of putting messages in guest books, but have to express my thanks for a great gig at Band on the Wall in Manchester last week. I have to admit I have not been exposed to your music before, but fortunately my friend knows more about you than I have done hitherto, & it was he that suggested the gig to me. A good move!! Really enjoyed it - looked you up on Amazon since! Hope you will make a return visit in the near future - hope you agree the BOTW is a good venue to play!
Ian Rawson <irawson (at) hotmail.com>
Manchester, Greater Manchester United Kingdom - Monday, May 27, 2013 at 10:02:09 (EDT)
Hello Pat,How great it was to meet you in a bar Manchester,fate indeed.The last time was in Cork,Ireland almost 10 years ago.My friend and fellow guitar player Danny was also delighted.It must be said that the Band on the Wall engagement was superb in every way.As always your playing was truly delightful and inspiring.The trio are excellent.Do come back to Britain again soon. My very best wishes. Donald MacLeod.
Donald MacLeod <beagletboo (at) yahoo.co.uk>
Dumbarton, Scotland.U.K. - Sunday, May 26, 2013 at 10:12:07 (EDT)
Dear Pat, The gig at Band on the Wall, Manchester, last night, was one of the most enjoyable gigs I've ever attended. I came away struck by your dedication to keeping the message alive, and to spreading that message. I felt very fortunate to be there to hear it, and will take it with me. Hope to see you back in Manchester in the future. Best wishes, Scott.
Scott McGowan <scotmcg (at) yahoo.com>
Nantwich, Cheshire United Kingdom - Friday, May 24, 2013 at 17:27:26 (EDT)
Thanks for a fantastic performance in Copenhagen May 12, 2013. The best jazz concert I have ever attended.
t. hansen <torbenbiltoft (at) hotmail.com>
Copenhagen, Denmark - Friday, May 24, 2013 at 07:27:52 (EDT)
Thanks for a wonderful, mesmerizing performance at BOTW last night, please come back to Manchester again soon
Greg Partridge <greg_partridge (at) yahoo.co.uk>
MANCHESTER, Greater Manchester UK - Friday, May 24, 2013 at 03:44:44 (EDT)
Thanks for the concert tonight Band On The Wall(BOTW) Manchester England UK - Jazz at its best , there is not much more I can say.You thrilled and played like a dervish,fantastically wonderful.I was first introduced to you back in 198? by a colleague working in molecular parasitology(Me I worked in molecular genetics),and it advanced my appreciation of Jazz beyond Parker Monk et al.Being an ex classical violinist but long term jazz lover I tried but could never really master Jazz,maths,Physics chemistry were fare easier things to get to grips with! Please come back and play Manchester again,you will always be welcomed as one of the greats of the instrument.My friend came over from Scarborough(115 miles ,a long way in England !(and yes our conception of distance is a little unreal compared to the USA)).Scarborough is a wonderful seaside town on the east coast of England,probably England's best ,which holds a good Jazz festival at the end of September first weekend in October.Maybe you might play there one day..it's run by a guy called Mike Gordon ,but probably best to contact Allan Barnes(Also a Manchester lad!) alto sax player whom I assume you will know .... Thanks for a great evening and remember the provinces of not just England but the UK love your music - the Scots are also great lovers of the fine comestibles that you and others can purvey ,so please see the whole of the UK as somewhere you can play and reach a highly apreciative audience over here.Suggested cities outside of London - Manchester ,Birmingham,Leeds/Bradford,Edinburgh , Glasgow(Now there's a place you'll love,used to have a fantastic Jazz fest, just play it!).....I'm ranting thanks for a great evening one I wont forget like seeing Charlie Rouse at BOTW in 1987,like you just blew me away! Take care and good health - and if you need the NHS again may it still be there to help! Take Care And good health - Andy
Andy M <luxoid (at) hotmail.com>
Manchester , England - Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 21:58:04 (EDT)
Hi Pat I was bowled over, not only by your magnificent playing tonight at the Band On The Wall, but by your presence - as always. Thank you for being you and I do hope we can meet again in the not too distant future. Enjoy your 1st class seat back to NYC! Frank
Frank Dawkins <frankdawkins (at) yahoo.com>
- Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 20:30:12 (EDT)
meant blue in green of course-the whole show was something to remember- am still living it
geoff smith <geoff_smithy (at) hotmail.com>
STOKE ON TRENT, uk - Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 20:21:34 (EDT)
thanks for a magic night at band on the wall.blue and green was out of this world
geoff smith <geoff_smithy (at) hotmail.com>
STOKE ON TRENT, staffserkshire United Kingdom - Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 18:59:58 (EDT)
Can't wait to see you again tomorrow night. Last time was at Ronnie Scott's when your wife got up to play.
David Wood <david (at) promenademusic.co.uk>
Morecambe, Lancs England - Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at 18:48:59 (EDT)
Thank you Pat. Love your playing. You are truly inspiring.
Kevin Hughes <kevinhughesmusic (at) gmail.com>
Honolulu, HI USA - Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 19:46:45 (EDT)
Dear Pat, My wife and I are very much looking forward to seeing you perform this Wednesday at the 606 Club, London. All the best Trevor
Trevor <trevjo7 (at) gmail.com>
London, None UK - Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 07:39:29 (EDT)
Good morning Maestro, On my ride in today "Noshufuru" popped out of the iPod, a wonderful reminder that it is nearly June which hopefully means A performance at Blues Alley! Ordered the new one with Gil, looking forward to live and recorded music soon. ATB, J & S
John <john.mccook (at) gamil.com>
Washington, DC USA - Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 09:49:18 (EDT)
Dear Pat, Hope the European tour is going well, with some smokin' playing and strong positive energy all around! Look forward to seeing you back in NYC on 27 May! Love to you and Aya! Phil
Phil Rivlin
- Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 13:16:14 (EDT)
Hi Pat , Have a great tour. I hope to see you in N.Y at the end of May. All our best to Aya. Be Blessed ! Bobby and Gabrielle
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport , N.Y U.S.A - Saturday, May 04, 2013 at 12:28:47 (EDT)
Mr Martino--please have a Wonderful and safe Tour in Europe------I look forward to our next Meeting------Kirk out------
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY Martinoville - Saturday, May 04, 2013 at 09:46:05 (EDT)
Fondest Greetings - Last year I had the distinct pleasure of meeting you before one of your sets at Birdland. You graciously signed your autobiography and the Benedetto Certificates that accompany your Pat Martino Model. In my day job I work as a math and reading facilitator/coach for an urban elementary school. I do my best to interpret and share your thinking about philosphical and geometric principles which you have discovered throughout your dedicated journey with your guitar. Students contextually grasp essential mathematical patterns and theories as a result of participating in an interactive demonstration. Later, they are able to construct representative mathematical models and articulate their thinking through discussion or written justifications. Your significant contribution to the artistic craft of musicianship, along with your willingness to share your thinking has led to memorable experiences on behalf of our school's young mathematicians and writers. Also, it is extremely important that young people be exposed to an art form that the United States can call its own. Your music has done an awful lot to shine an awareness on historical and cultural contributions, and your dedication - especially the way you overcome obstacles transcends jazz guitar, as it provides genuine inspiration to serious teachers and learners. Enjoy Europe. I look forward to seeing you at the Iridium on Memorial Day.
Len DeLoma <leonard.deloma (at) cms.k12.nc.us>
Charlotte, NC USA - Thursday, May 02, 2013 at 15:41:30 (EDT)
Dear Will, ... thanks for sharing your feelings, it makes me happy. I wish you all the best in your journey. I hope that you continue to bring everyone, (as you've shared with me) your appreciation, and excitement. I hope to cross paths when the time comes, but for now I send you my warmest regards.
Pat Martino
- Thursday, May 02, 2013 at 07:44:21 (EDT)
Hello! I am a 15 year old jazz guitarist from Minnesota. I get a few gigs around Minneapolis and take part in my high school's highest jazz band. I just wanted to thank you for being a major influence, in music and in life. Your story is incredible, and the the music is unbelievable. You are a hero to me. I hope you can come to the Twin Cities sometime, I'll be keeping watch. Best wishes!
Will Schmid <willschmid97 (at) gmail.com>
Maple Grove, MN United States - Wednesday, May 01, 2013 at 14:32:03 (EDT)
String theory is an active research framework in particle physics that attempts to reconcile quantum mechanics and general relativity. It is a contender for a theory of everything (TOE), a self-contained mathematical model that describes all fundamental forces and forms of matter. String theory posits that the elementary particles (i.e., electrons and quarks) within an atom are not 0-dimensional objects, but rather 1-dimensional oscillating lines ("strings")...The Creator is a musician.
Timoteo <timoteo (at) siembralatino.com>
Aptos, CA USA - Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at 02:21:11 (EDT)
Dear Pat, It was a great pleasure witnessing your performance last night in Memphis. Thank you for visiting the mid-south. I was very disappointed I missed your Master Class the day before, but balanced those emotions against the pure joy I experienced attending your concert. Your art continues to guide. Hope to see you again soon!
Mark Camari <mtcamari (at) olemiss.edu>
University, MS 38677 - Friday, April 12, 2013 at 11:12:18 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Richard and I had to catch the last train back to NJ, so I didn't get a chance to thank you for such a wonderful evening of great tunes at Birdland Saturday evening! The first show was fantastic, but the second show was AWESOME, and Carmen seemed to be on quite a roll! :-) Crisann and I wish you our best! Till next time! Thanks.
Dave Cann <david.cann (at) pobox.com>
Southlake, TX 76092 - Sunday, April 07, 2013 at 21:45:37 (EDT)
PM--have a Great Gig tonight--so sorry I cannot attend The Musical Service----see you in Europe next Month--------------------
Kirk YANO
Tokyo, JP Martinoville - Saturday, April 06, 2013 at 16:10:30 (EDT)
Great to see and hear you on April 3. Our best to you and Aya.
Joe Slavin <jslavin833 (at) comcast.net>
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania United States - Saturday, April 06, 2013 at 01:22:16 (EDT)
Dear Yon, ..... I'll be looking forward to meeting Max tomorrow evening, as well as yourself. For now, .... all of my best wishes!
Pat Martino
- Friday, April 05, 2013 at 11:41:25 (EDT)
Hi Pat, My son Max (who just turned 9) loves Jazz and is a big fan of your music (his favorite CD is Remember). We're going to your 8:30 show tomorrow night (4/6) at Birdland in NYC. Any chance he might be able to meet you (get your autograph, etc.)? It would send him over the moon.. Thanks and looking forward to hearing you live! Yon (and Max)
Yon Fishman <yonatan.fishman (at) einstein.yu.edu>
new york, NY USA - Friday, April 05, 2013 at 09:29:17 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Just received "Unstrung" Friday, watched it twice already! Thanks so much for being such an inspiration. All the best, Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Sunday, March 24, 2013 at 13:10:27 (EDT)
Pat, listening to and transcribing your music has provided my life with an immeasureable amount of joy and knowledge. Thanks so much!
Joe Rader <flaminjoe (at) live.com>
CHRISTIANSBURG, Va USA - Thursday, March 21, 2013 at 14:49:26 (EDT)
Hi Pat, this is Angela's daughter. I wanted to tell you what a wonderful time I had at your show. You're so talented and it was great to meet you! Take care, Katie
Katie Gallagher <KGallagher10 (at) hotmail.com>
Morton, PA USA - Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at 23:48:23 (EDT)
Hi Pat! It was so great seeing you again after so many years. The family and I had such a great night watching your performance and we all agreed that Aya is a sweetheart. We're all already planning to see you next year when you come to Philly again. Until then take care, God bless you. Love, Angela
Angela <citygirl1107 (at) hotmail.com>
Morton, PA USA - Sunday, March 17, 2013 at 23:02:14 (EDT)
Hi Pat, hope you're gettin' your "Irish" on today! Great news, I was able to find the Unstrung DVD at Jazzcorner.com!(jazzcaresfund). Can't wait to see it. Great set (as usual) Friday night. Hope to see you again soon. best wishes, Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Sunday, March 17, 2013 at 16:40:02 (EDT)
Happy Saint Patrick's day.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad, Ca USA - Sunday, March 17, 2013 at 15:12:19 (EDT)
You are my best influence.Trough you i´ve learned to "walk" around on my guitar. Thanks a lot for expanding The Music !
LAOMUSIC ARTS <LAOMUSIC (at) hotmail.com>
Berlin, Germany - Saturday, March 16, 2013 at 01:31:51 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Looking forward to tonight's gig at Chris'. Listening to Stone Blue and Think Tank in the car all week! All the best, Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Friday, March 15, 2013 at 14:51:04 (EDT)
Amazing, u're moving far deeper and more complex than Wes Montgomery's sound, while keeping in balance the hardbop great harmony and warm tone, and without trapped into the so called 'Avant Garde'..... Very rare to find guitarist at ur level... You're my all time jazz guitar hero besides Wes Montgomery and Joe Pass
Mochamad Ali Ramdhani <aramdhani62 (at) gmail.com>
Jakarta , DKI Jakarta Indonesia - Wednesday, March 13, 2013 at 01:38:40 (EDT)
Pat, I always try and see you in my home town of Chicago and did just that this past Thursday and Friday. Two great shows, one was not enough for me, you and your band never disappoint! I travel to NYC and have seen you at the Birdland a few times, I'm headed out there in April but looks like I'm going to miss you by one day. I'm sure you will have a good jam sessions there!! Until next time, the best to you, Joe
Joe
Chicago, IL - Thursday, March 07, 2013 at 22:10:44 (EST)
PM--I hope all is good and looking forward to our next Meeting------fyi---today is the birthday of Wes Montgomery---so Hello To Mr Pat and a Happy Birthday to Mr Wes-------kirk out------
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn , NY Martinoville - Wednesday, March 06, 2013 at 14:24:04 (EST)
Pat Great set Friday in Chicago. The Kinda Blue set list was very creative. Nice shirt.
Chip
Minneapolis, MN - Monday, March 04, 2013 at 16:43:10 (EST)
HI Pat My name is Mitchell Edels from Philadelphia I studied with Federico. I would love to hear what you could do with some of the jazz tunes I have written Have a cd and I could download the music to you. I studied with your God son Larry Tamani, he something else.The one thing that stands out about you when you play, it is smooth and clear no matter what the speed.Would love to hear what you can do with what I have. Sincerely your Mitchell Edels
MITCHELL <mitchelled13 (at) gmail.com>
trevose , pa usa - Sunday, March 03, 2013 at 15:29:20 (EST)
Sweet show in Sellersville last night, Pat! Thanks for the expanded set. I could hear you comment to Pat "one more, one more" then smile and confirm "two more, two more" to he and Carmen. Then throwing Sunny in for encore, loved it! Thanks for your generosity, as always. The new friend I was seated with, Joe, had not seen you play since before 1980. He was blown away and said that he felt like you transported him back to the age of 17, and all the good memories of that time. Wishing you great memories from the upcoming European tour.
Bill Covaleski <drink (at) victorybeer.com>
Downingtown, PA 19343 - Sunday, February 24, 2013 at 09:26:33 (EST)
I had a lesson with Pat several years ago. He told me his life story, and he explained his philosophies. I am only now beginning to understand the beauty of his perspective on life. He is a perfect role model for not only musicianship, but he is a living example of how one can approach life in a balanced way. His spirit is such a positive force, and his intellectual insight into the nature of guitar will certainly be studied for generations to come. I just wanted to tell you that. I know you have heard it all before, but another life has been significantly influenced by Pat's wisdom, insight, and kindness. God Bless you Pat. ... Sayonara!
Doug Terrell <vinylcatfishy (at) gmail.com>
- Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 12:38:47 (EST)
Pat: NEVER STOP! Thanks for UMBRIA one night in 2008...Someone stole your Amplifier(!)REMEMBER?? Also you played a version of "Send in the clowns" that made me weep! FOR REAL! Since then-- 4/5 times per year I see you and I beg you to keep on going! Your book is fun and the movie is a perfect picture of your "Beautiful Mind"!
Mike Paschall <mikepaschall (at) aol.com>
Hatboro, PA USA - Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 23:56:04 (EST)
To the New Iridium, in New York City, on my birthday a few years back (which I happily shared with, Les Paul) I lead a group of friends to what would be a mosaic of astounding sounds from a range of folks that Les either knew and loved, or met that day playing on the street. Honestly, one guy played brushes on a music stand, and tore it up. My crowd was late so we sat at the back, and being the birthday boy, I got the only unobstrcuted view. Another group squeezed in in front of us and I was aggravated when one of them banged my knee with his chair. Bumping and shoving, they all got up and disappeared at once. After a few minutes, they reappeared... on stage... as Pat Martino, Al DiMeola and Larry Coryell. The expression, I'm not worthy, simply doesn't cover it, but I've enjoyed retelling story ever since. Looking forward to Pat in the spot light at Sellersville this weekend!
Mark F <mafresearch (at) gmail.com>
NJ US - Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 21:24:18 (EST)
I was supposed to come se...er listen to you in Paris two years ago ;( it's just a quick hi before times change again my friend !
NH <photosnort (at) photosnort.com>
paris, pa france - Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 14:48:19 (EST)
Mr.Martino, First of all wanted to say that i never admired a guitar player (and a beautiful person) more than you, ever since i've first heard a record of you some 30 years (or maybe 37 years ) ago. Whenever i'm feeling down,you lift me back up.So important is your music to me. Somewhere along this messages i've read someone saying the solo on Nefertiti was his favorite.Well i don't know if it's my absolute favorite ,but i'm always stunned and uncomprehending when i hear it. But what i really want to know is if there is a chance of a second album like we'll be together again. The combination Rhodes/guitar is the most beautiful i've ever heard and this album really turned my world upside down! I've been to all of your concerts in Holland since 1995 and i hope to see you soon again. All the best, Ronald Campignon.
ronald campignon <ronaldcampignon (at) gmail.com>
den haag, Nederland - Thursday, February 14, 2013 at 12:29:08 (EST)
I would love to see you here in Minneapolis at Dakota Jazz in the future. All the Best!
Michael LaFleur <lafleur.m (at) gmail.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Friday, February 08, 2013 at 22:16:38 (EST)
Dear Pat, I've noticed that you are visiting London on 22nd May this year. Would you, or indeed anyone else out there be kind enough to let me know which venue you will be performing at. Regards, Trevor (London,UK)
Trevor <trevjo7 (at) googlemail.com>
London, None UK - Sunday, February 03, 2013 at 13:27:57 (EST)
Pat,one of my Hero's of guitar!!!!!
Bill Solley <billsolley (at) gmail.com>
houston, tx usa - Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at 15:35:38 (EST)
Hi Pat,Hope this note finds you happy and healthy.As a guitarist,I wish to thank you for your contribution to the evolution of our instrument.Equally important to me,is the work you have obviously done on yourself.Two sides of the same coin,for you,I am sure.Also-I have noticed that folks like to pitch their towns as a potential destination for you.So will I!Louisville loves jazz,We are 60 miles north of The Abbey Of Gethsemani-and we have a wonderful Course In Miracles group!Sermonize,and play!It could be wonderful!God bless Pat-Lowe Sutherland
Lowe Sutherland <lgodsofschiller (at) gmail.com>
LOUISVILLE, KY. lUSA - Friday, January 25, 2013 at 18:31:50 (EST)
Hi Mr. Martino, Can we hope in a future concert in the Rome (Italy) Auditorium in 2013? It's an amazing place for Jazz.
Simone <simone.arati (at) gmail.com>
Rome, Italy - Thursday, January 24, 2013 at 09:06:44 (EST)
Pat Martino you have been my favorite guitarist for 40 years in fact your playing is what turned me on to jazz guitar. One of my favorite solos is on Nefertiti (sick man sick) Haven't heard you live yet but in time I will...Hopefully in N.Y.C. ---Thanks Mr. Martino for what you have shared
Joe Waye <joewaye (at) hotmail.com>
sydney, n.s. canada - Saturday, January 05, 2013 at 13:12:31 (EST)
Buon anno mr.Azzara
Gigio
Italia - Wednesday, January 02, 2013 at 21:43:39 (EST)
Happy New Year! How are you? It's Sunny on New Year's Day in Tokyo. How about Philadelphia? I was very sorry you couldn't come to JAPAN last autumn.So I went to see the gig of Kazumi Watanabe who is No.1 Japanese jazz guitarist in SATIN DOLL Roppongi last October, and I sent the live report to "JaZZ JAPAN". Then my report appeared in the corner of Reader's Opinion. You can see it on Aya-san's mail box and my facebook,too. I'm looking forward to you and your group's coming to Tokyo soon. All best, Hiroshi Hagihara. From Tokyo,JAPAN.
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Wednesday, January 02, 2013 at 06:24:21 (EST)
dear mr. pat martino, wish you and your family a great and successful NEW YEAR ! take care and i hope, we can share and experience a lot of your music and your thoughts. thank you so much - hope we see us at your next european tour (you signed my guitar in munich 2008), best regards and love, felix
felix hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
- Monday, December 31, 2012 at 06:18:27 (EST)
I always return to listen to your music. For 40 years now. God bless.
Matthew Jacob
Redwood City, CA - Friday, December 28, 2012 at 19:53:47 (EST)
Hello Pat, I'm still regretful of having missed your last visit to Boston last January. I always enjoy the stories you tell and I hope you could visit us again in the future Best wishes to you and yours Barry Potts
Barry Potts <bpottsa (at) yahoo.com>
Boston, MA US - Friday, December 28, 2012 at 02:03:43 (EST)
Found Joyous Lake and am listening now - wow, what a surprise! I love this playing and wil be keeping a look out for more here in New Zealand.
Richard Varey <Richardvarey (at) gmail.com>
Hamilton, New Zealand - Thursday, December 27, 2012 at 16:54:44 (EST)
Pat, I was listening to Baiyina Sunday on my Birthday while driving in the car; it is such an outstanding recording! The instrumentation is incredible. I hope you will come to Omaha in the near future. Thanks!
Jerry Bergman <jebergman (at) earthling.net>
Omaha, Ne USA - Tuesday, December 25, 2012 at 10:24:37 (EST)
Any plans to play in the UK? Love the sound that flows through the one presently known as Pat Martino! ;o) Always have.
Dave Howells <dehowells (at) yahoo.co.uk>
Bristol, BRISTOL United Kingdom - Tuesday, December 25, 2012 at 02:44:57 (EST)
Dear Pat and Aya , Have a Blessed Christmas and a wonderful new year!! Love to you, Bobby and Gabrielle
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, N.Y USA - Monday, December 24, 2012 at 09:56:24 (EST)
Pat, Once more I come to you in gratitude.I know now that nothing happens in God's world by mistake. Therefore, It was intended for us to connect. I met you first at a small club in The village when you were promoting your LP "The Visit." I remained connected from that night. Today, I listen to your music with my son's Gabriel and Vann. It is an amazing enhancement for us. We sincerely enjoy the energy field that you bring us into. I wish you love, health, joy and many more years of playing...Here is wishing you and your wife a holiday season of Light.
Lennox Seales <Seales99 (at) aol.com>
Pooler, Ga. Chatham - Friday, December 14, 2012 at 16:26:36 (EST)
Dear Cornelius, ... Thank you so much for sharing this. Your description of Leah, and Marty Weiss, as well as your own feelings means a lot to me. In many ways, these things embody the essence of what any artist hopes that their blessings bring forth in others. I hope that we’ll have a chance to meet in person at some point. Along with my appreciation I send you, and yours my best wishes, and warmest regards for these wonderful holidays.
Pat Martino
- Monday, December 10, 2012 at 07:15:40 (EST)
Pat: years ago, I began work at USEPA in Philadelphia. There was a tough but wonderful lady named Leah Weiss who worked as a clerk. When I said I liked jazz,she said you must know Pat Martino. I did not. She then told me about her husband Marty who played guitar and how they thought you were one of the great players in jazz. Leah helped establish our local Union which we needed badly. She died of a stroke, one day before switching to a job she always wanted. She and Mary really thought the world of you and so do I. Cornelius,12/9/12
Cornelius Carr <cfcarr3 (at) verizon.net>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Sunday, December 09, 2012 at 21:49:10 (EST)
Hey! I've just read your biography "here and now", fantastic book! It was really eye-opening! You're talking about some recording you made all by yourself called "seven sketches". Is it available anywhere? Can't find it anywhere, neither digitally or in record-shops. I was hooked right in, as soon as I read about the concept! Thanks for the music! Dearest regards: Thomas
Thomas D <Thomas_Daugbjerg (at) hotmail.com>
Copenhagen, DK - Saturday, December 08, 2012 at 11:25:47 (EST)
hi pat, can never get enough of your playing. I met you at an outdoor concert in Las Vegas about 10 years ago and I like to think I'm a bit responsible for you appearing there because I used to badger you on AOL about coming to Vegas. So you did and so many were happy because of it. Well, now I live in Hilton Head, South Carolina and there is an awesome jazz club called the Jazz Corner here. You may have heard of it because Howard Paul plays there from time to time. Would you consider an appearance there? Its small but it has that great atmosphere of the old, wonderful jazz clubs that sadly are disappearing. Fortunately, this place is run well and very popular. You would pack the place and it would be a blast. Please consider it. Stay well and keep playing. Always a huge fan
pat rocco <roccop2637 (at) hotmail.com>
bluffton, sc usa - Friday, December 07, 2012 at 15:57:42 (EST)
Pat you were absolutely a joy to behold, last night. Your playing is so strong! My friends Damon and Mike were kind enough to introduce us. I couldn't have been more thrilled to meet you! I've NEVER heard a guitarist play with such weight and SO consistantly that it creates musical tension in itself! I was in heaven for every note! Thank you deeply.
Stu <Leegollin (at) yahoo.com>
Philadelphia, Pa USA - Sunday, November 25, 2012 at 21:43:58 (EST)
Just as I expected another great show Pat ! Loved it and your band members were really nice players . I loved that organist my man can do some serious jamming and make it seem effortless . I was at the show and introduced you to a good friend of mine who plays the drums with me and he was really impressed with your drummer tonight with how he did so much with such a basic kit and he also liked the way he used his sticks to hit the drums and cymbals at the same time with the same stick . It was a fun time . That was the first time I've been to Chris' place it was nice . I had a simple basic meal of soup and salad which also was very good . Again loved seeing you again my friend . I'll see you again soon in the near future.
Bill Wiedman <Koolwilly2 (at) verizon.net>
Morton, Pa. U.S.A. - Sunday, November 25, 2012 at 01:57:02 (EST)
I saw Pat Martino for the first time at Chris' Jazz Cafe last night. My friend travelled down from New York to see the concert also. I was completely blown away. Yay! I'm still buzzing from it. I studied the music of Stockhausen, and I was not surprised to learn today that Pat Martino was also influenced by him. There are some souls that are like antennas, that pick up the signals of the moment, maybe even ahead of the moment, and translate them into musical figures, feelings, and thought-forms at the speed of light and electricity. His musical ideas took my mind to fantastic places. Thanks so much for what you're doing.
Thomas <thomas22 (at) freemail.lt>
New York, NY USA - Saturday, November 24, 2012 at 14:22:54 (EST)
Hello Pat , I'm looking forward to seeing your show tonight I'll be at the 10:00 pm show . See you tonight !
Bill Wiedman <koolwilly2 (at) verizon.net>
Morton, Pa. U.S.A. - Saturday, November 24, 2012 at 13:06:59 (EST)
Great career aside it's a man who will lay aside a great career and care for his parents as they prepare to leave this world. Thanks for being a man as well as a great musician.
Bill Taborn <neo971 (at) netzero.net>
Robbinsville, NC USA - Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at 17:16:02 (EST)
Hello Pat, Looking forward to Friday night at Chris' with great anticipation, especially after the killer set we saw at the Jazz Showcase in Chicago. My daughter was very excited to meet you and was as impressed by your warmth and graciousness as she was with the music. All the best, Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Saturday, November 17, 2012 at 17:30:02 (EST)
Mr. Martino, I'd just like to say that i look forward to seeing you at Chris's next weekend. I've been lucky enough to meet you at the Montgomery County Community College masterclass last November as well as the Reading Area Community College performance during the showing of "Unstrung." Words can't express my excitement as well as my passion for playing after meeting you. Thanks for everything.
Adam Griffith <adam.griffith (at) pop.belmont.edu>
Philadelphia, PA United States - Friday, November 16, 2012 at 15:20:24 (EST)
Hello Pat, I wanted to let you know that your album "we'll be together again" helped me through some tough times in my life. I still listen to it and find it as comforting as ever...as well as creatively inspirational. I attended a clinic of yours in Van Nuys a few years back. John Pisano was with you that day. It was very enjoyable. Now, back to "Creative Force."
Pete L'Angelle <coolstratsound (at) gmail.com>
Los Angeles, CA United States - Thursday, November 15, 2012 at 18:42:02 (EST)
I have been experimenting with string gauges lately. I had been using Thomastik-Infeld Electric Guitar Flat Wound Heavy George Benson Jazz Series, .014, .018, .021, .031, .041, .055, GB114. I am trying out The La Bella set with your name on them but I will be trying the GHS set too (.015, .017, .024, .032, .042, .052). I understand Wes used .014, .018, .025, .035, .045, .058 from Wolf's book. I am curious how you came upon these string gauges? Was it experimentation or was somebody you met doing this? Was there some math involved? I like your choices and I wonder if these other gauge choices are fighting the tension applied to achieve the desired pitch.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad, CA USA - Wednesday, November 14, 2012 at 20:26:36 (EST)
One of the GREATEST Guitarist/Musicians on the planet. Mr. Martino is just totally AWESOME to say the least.
Marvin Sheats <marvin.sheats1 (at) gmail.com>
Eastpointe, MI USA - Wednesday, November 07, 2012 at 17:55:57 (EST)
The passing of Elliott Carter, ... in the words of Chip Stern: "So ironic that this giant of a man, a lifetime New Yorker, born in 1908; a man who defined 20th century music; a man who pushed the envelope in rhythm, polyphony and tonality; who along with his mentor Charles Ives, created an iconic style of American concert music that while it did not break with the European tradition, was no longer beholden to its unbroken evolution from Bach through Schoenberg... SO IRONIC THAT A MAN WHO WAS ETERNALLY MODERN--"Modern man is having a great deal of difficulty being modern"--should pass away in between two such momentous historical events: Hurricane Sandy and Election Day 2012".
Pat Martino
- Tuesday, November 06, 2012 at 07:30:08 (EST)
Mr Pat -opened in Moscow at Igor Butman's Jazz Club last night to a FULL House--- -------------------
Kirk YANO
Moscow, NY USSR - Thursday, November 01, 2012 at 02:17:41 (EDT)
Pat was Killin' it in Basel SW last night---tonight he will be at Moods in Zurich SW----------[see ya There!!!]-----------feat Pat BIANCHI on B3-----------
Kirk YANO
Basel, NY Switzerland - Thursday, October 25, 2012 at 03:06:01 (EDT)
Hi Pat. Just got back in Italy From Geneve. I was so sorry when they told me that the show had been canceled. I drove 800km just for the show and I wanted to talk to you. They told me you will be playing in Geneve next Tuesday the 23th but unfortenutely I can't get back there I couldn't stop this morning for the clinic in Geneve I had to get back in Italy. Hope everything is well. All the best Luigi
Luigi <marettiluigi (at) libero.it>
Travedona Monate , Varese Italy - Friday, October 19, 2012 at 09:14:24 (EDT)
I hope you guys have a nice tour. I miss you.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad, Ca USA - Thursday, October 18, 2012 at 16:57:12 (EDT)
Pat, I recorded your tune "Country Road" and would like the copyright information so I can put it on the cd. That way I can also pay any user or artist fee to the Harry Fox Company. Thank you.
Riner Scivally <rscivally (at) aol.com>
South Pasadena, CA United States - Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 12:53:40 (EDT)
Hey Pat...Just coming off the road, my band and I spent 10 months out there this time. I'm exhausted. I barely recognize my apartment. Driving home from Philly I began thinking about the 12 forms for chromatic scales with octave displacements and how much fluidity and texture it's added to my style. I would urge any hard rock fusion shredder like myself to take the time and study your solos and scales. Anyway, I've got plenty of smokes and a fresh batch of coffee going. Think I'll dig through some of your old stuff and sink into my couch with the headphone. Thanks for inspiring me to be a musician. There's nothing I'd rather do with my life.
Eric Torres <erichtorres (at) aol.com>
Brooklyn , NY USA - Tuesday, October 09, 2012 at 00:16:51 (EDT)
another night of great music at Iridium Pat. I said hello to you before the show. I have some photos of that night here- hxxp://electriceyesphotography.blogspot. (change the xx to tt and add com after blogspot
Nelson Onofre <nelson (at) electriceyes.us>
NY, NY - Saturday, October 06, 2012 at 13:39:15 (EDT)
Hi Pat I am a big fan of your music and I just started working out of one of your books. I was wondering if you offer any private lessons. I line NJ and I am not to far from the Philly area. I hope I hear from you.
Erik <allthatjazz1973 (at) gmail.com>
NJ USA - Friday, October 05, 2012 at 16:59:34 (EDT)
hey Pat...15 days left to the concert in Geneve. Are you going to play 'Fried Pies' tune? that would be great...keep thinking about last performance of 'seven come eleven' you did last year in Milan. It was just great. See you soon. All the best Luigi
Luigi Maretti <marettiluigi (at) libero.it>
Travedona Monate, Varese Italy - Wednesday, October 03, 2012 at 15:44:57 (EDT)
Hi Pat. I came across your music through a guitar teacher here in Philly a year ago and haven't stopped listening to you since. I'm completely mesmerized watching you play, pure genius! Keep up the great work and keep making incredible music.
JP <Fish3071 (at) gmail.com>
Port Richmond Philadelphia , PA USA - Sunday, September 30, 2012 at 18:47:09 (EDT)
Hello Mr.Martino; i listen to your records almost every day. I play the guitsr and you are my reference point. Thank you for your passion in music.
Gigio <gigswiss (at) gmail.com>
Legnano, MI Italia - Saturday, September 29, 2012 at 16:38:38 (EDT)
Dearest Donna, sorry it took a moment for me to get back to you but I know you understand. Thank you for your lovely wishes, they're what make birthdays special. I'm afraid it won't be possible for me to join with all of you on October 6th, but I send my warmest regards to everyone, most of all to yourself, and Demetrius. Stay well, and prosper! ....... always, my best wishes.
Pat Martino
U.S.A. - Friday, September 28, 2012 at 15:42:43 (EDT)
Hi Pat. Happy belated birthday to you! I hope all is joyous and written in notes that soothe and stimulate your soul. The SOJP show is coming up, any chance you'll be home and able to drop in/ October 6th. We'd love to see you. Peace and love, Donna and Demetrius
Donna Kirven <celdancer (at) gmail.com>
Pittsburg, CA US - Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at 23:21:37 (EDT)
Pat, You are my favorite jazz guitarist! A true inspiration! Thanks
Colton <cpweatherstonjr (at) mac.com>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at 22:08:16 (EDT)
Bob, ... welcome, (better late than never) To answer your question, I'll most likely be returning to Blues Alley sometime in 2013, and I hope you can make it. Keep your eyes on the upcoming itinerary. Best wishes for now!
Pat Martino
USA - Sunday, September 23, 2012 at 19:32:01 (EDT)
Pat: I am 56; grew up in Rochester, NY and introduced to Jazz through Chuck Mangione; then listened to Benson and Klugh. Just discovered you! How I missed you in the 70s is my loss; but glad I discovered you now! Give me 30 more years of your stuff, PLEASE! P.S. Missed you recently at Blues Alley. Will you be back?
Robert E. Connors <roberteconnors (at) mac.com>
Ashburn, VA 20137 - Sunday, September 23, 2012 at 09:10:28 (EDT)
Just received my copy of your new(!) CD "alone together". I like it's rawness. It's just the real deal. Pure, direct, no nonsense, right in your face. Take it or leave it.
Marc Blum <bass (at) marcblum.de>
Aachen, Germany - Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at 13:18:33 (EDT)
hey Pat..How are you doing? just realized you won't play in Milan at the Blue Note jazz club...I'll be coming up to Geneve the 18th of October. just got the ticket. 1 month left, can't wait to see you. All the best. Luigi
Luigi <marettiluigi (at) libero.it>
Travedona Monate, Varese Italy - Monday, September 17, 2012 at 08:13:18 (EDT)
Hi,Pat.I would love to send you my new cd.It has a song dedicated to you and named for you.Jaimoe form the Allman Brothers Band plays drums on it.If you send me a mailing address,it would be my pleasure to send it to you.The best always to you,Pat.
david stoltz <davidstoltz (at) msn.com>
west hartford, ct. usa - Thursday, September 13, 2012 at 02:07:36 (EDT)
Hello Pat, Another great birthday to celebrate today, Sonny Rollins. I regularly enjoy your renditions of "Oleo" from both Desperado and Live at Yoshi's, as well as the times I've seen you perform it live. Always a treat! Best wishes, Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Friday, September 07, 2012 at 11:00:40 (EDT)
Hey Pat. i have met you on several occasions at Ronnie Scotts. You have been so gracious and free with your time to talk and chew the fat between sets. You patiently waited whilst my daughter took photos of me with you my guitar hero. Pat, i want to ask you about Tal Farlow. Just watched him on a UK DVD "Legends of Jazz Guitar". He was so unsung and little known here in England. As a "non reader" but amateur player and great afficionado of Jazz Guitar, Wasn't he great!? He played practically part time. But Pat... Did not Nature or the Maker or whatever the great source of beauty give Tal Farlow something magical like you, Wes, Kessel, Herb et al. I just think that Tal has been overlooked... His interaction on this dvd with Tommy Flanagan really got me. I would be so moved if you comment on this for the late great Tal Farlow. Peace and Happy thoughts Pat. You are the torch for guitar. Ged Feerick. England.
ged feerick <ged (at) gemmalou.karoo.co.uk>
east yorks, east yorks United Kingdom - Thursday, September 06, 2012 at 20:20:44 (EDT)
Hi Mr Martino I was at the Iridium with my wife and two daughters the day before your birthday(we hope you had a great B-Day) We were right in front of the stage. Just wanted you to know how much we enjoyed listening to you and the group, the atmosphere was great, the hammond sound etc.the repertoire was excellent, It was great to hear and see you playing those wonderful lines. We are all musicians from Venezuela.My wife is a singer, Biella Da Costa, my daughters play violin, cello(and elect bass) and I play guitar. Best Regards Alvaro Falcon
Alvaro Falcon <biella1 (at) yahoo.com>
CCS, Miranda Venezuela - Tuesday, September 04, 2012 at 11:45:52 (EDT)
Hi,Pat! I want to wish you belated birthday greetings for good health,happiness,music and peace.My new cd,"More Dangerous Canoes", is out and I have a song on it I named for you.I would love to send you a copy if I may have a mailing address for you.Thanks,Pat!
david stoltz <davidstoltz (at) msn.com>
west hartford, ct usa - Tuesday, September 04, 2012 at 09:38:28 (EDT)
Wow Mr Martino Thank you so much... Just when I thought I was losing the plot and probably was lol Basic fundamentals should be standard curricular study in all schools I could write a book in gratitude <3
Rob Li <robert.hengli (at) gmail.com>
London, United Kingdom - Monday, September 03, 2012 at 21:59:15 (EDT)
Dear Pat, what a pleasure it was to hear and meet you at the Iridium last Friday night. So great to hear you perform 'Four on Six' live. The trio sounded amazing! Hope you had a wonderful birthday. Best regards, and God Bless.
Steve Brauner <hp35 (at) optonline.net>
Mahwah, NJ USA - Tuesday, August 28, 2012 at 16:48:21 (EDT)
Happy belated birthday, Pat!
Tom Galvin <eadgbe54 (at) yahoo.com>
Swansea, IL USA - Monday, August 27, 2012 at 07:57:31 (EDT)
Better late than never :Happy Birthday Maestro You've always been my greatest inspiration
wm jesset <jessetjazz (at) yahoo.com>
Liuzhou , Guangxi China - Monday, August 27, 2012 at 06:11:02 (EDT)
Happy birthday Pat! All the best. Keep going strong. I miss you.
Duane Deyo<allyndeyo (at) yahoo.com>
Fredericksburg, Va. USA - Sunday, August 26, 2012 at 16:34:50(EDT)
Happy birthday, Maestro.
John
- Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 16:31:02 (EDT)
Hey, met you the other night Mr. Martino. It was wonderful listening to you play, and being able to talk to you! I feel very privledged that I was able to be at the Iridium on your birthday, a very classy gent you are! You had mentioned something to me about lessons, and in the future I'd be really interested. If you get a chance, let me know how you work things with your students. Take care, and thanks for the cake. Godbless.
Vinny Scotti <Vscotti531 (at) gmail.com>
Middle Village, NY USA - Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 15:17:20 (EDT)
The happiest of birthdays to you, Pat. Here's to many, many more memories sill to be made. Cheers,
Bill Covaleski <drink (at) victorybeer.com>
Glenmoore, PA USA - Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 14:23:11 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat! Hope it's a big celebration tonight at Iridium. Thoroughly enjoyed your performance at Jazz Showcase in Chicago (wish we could have stayed for the second show)and looking forward to Thanksgiving weekend at Chris' in Philly. Seems fitting that you share a birthday with the great Wayne Shorter as well! All the best for many more to come.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 13:16:51 (EDT)
Hi Pat , A very Happy Birthday to you! Be Blessed! We hope to see you and Aya soon. Bobby and Gabrielle
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, NY USA - Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 12:55:38 (EDT)
Dear Mr Martino, It was a real pleasure both hearing you play, and talking with you Thursday evening at Iridium. Not only are you brilliant musician, but a a genuinely warm and gracious person as well. I hope you enjoy the CD I gave you, and look forward to hearing you the next time round. Happy Birthday to you also! sincerely, Mike Shefrin
Mike Shefrin <mikedavidshef (at) yahoo.com>
NYC, NY USA - Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 10:41:34 (EDT)
Happy,happy,happy Birthday,Pat!! I'd like to see you in Tokyo this autumn. Please say hello to Aya-san.
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 09:36:03 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat! Hope to see you soon.
Bill Neale <billneale (at) comcast.net>
Cherry Hill, N.J. - Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 09:08:02 (EDT)
Heard you perform last night at the Iridium. You are an inspiration both as a musician and a human being.
Gerard <graceaudrey26 (at) gmail.com>
Nutley, NJ USA - Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 08:16:42 (EDT)
Pat, Here is wishing you a new energy,love, prayers and inspiration on your Birthday. Sincerely, Lennox & Juanita Seales
Lennox G. Seales <Seales99 (at) aol.com>
Pooler, Ga USA - Friday, August 24, 2012 at 16:57:00 (EDT)
Mr Martino-will be in NYC Aug 23/24/25-His Birthday/26,2012 at The Iridium-----
Kirk Yano
Brooklyn, NY MartinoWorld - Thursday, August 23, 2012 at 09:41:45 (EDT)
Hi Mr. Martino... I'm very proud to talk with you about our favorite instrument, the guitar... I would to know about your tone... Do you use the tone control completely off or almost off?... I wait your answer... Thank you... I hope to meet you soon... And by the way, you are my favorite guitarist...
Luís Alberto <rodrigues.luisalberto (at) gmail.com>
Brasília, DF Brazil - Wednesday, August 22, 2012 at 18:38:08 (EDT)
dear mr. pat martino, tomorrow i go to the mountains and i have no internet there, therefore i have to gratulate you today for your birthday at 25th august. i wish you the best time ever and that all the love you give to the people returns to you. thank you, to share your wisdom and power - all love, felix
felix hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Wednesday, August 22, 2012 at 15:17:15 (EDT)
Yo, Pat! It's been a long time & I miss you much. Imagine the chagrin of the local farmers as I walked through the local WalMart gleefully whistling your solo on "Just Friends" while getting school supplies for my son... "That ain't no Merle..." :0) I hope you & Aya are well & that you play again in the St Louis area in the near future. God be blessing you, & I hope to be seeing you!!!
Bill Archibald <bil_a_dad (at) yahoo.com>
Very Rural, IL USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2012 at 12:32:25 (EDT)
As a pianist, one of my favorite albums of yours is "We'll Be Together Again" (the duet album with Gil Goldstein). A guitarist friend of mine turned me on to it when I was in AF Band in Northern California. It seems like I went around with the last 5 songs on that "album" (LP in those days) stuck FIRMLY in the front of my brain. I am a good ballad player, and you (and Bill Evans) SURELY get some of the credit for that!!! Getting ready to go play on a cruise for a while, and will DEFINITELY be taking some of your tunes with me. You are SUCH a FINE PLAYER. So glad you are still out there playing music, still able to express your gifts. Stay well, and take care of your self. God bless you!
Bob Abner <BobAbner2000 (at) gmail.com>
Louisville, KY USA - Monday, July 23, 2012 at 13:22:47 (EDT)
Hello Mr. Martino, I first discovered your playing by finding an album of my mom's when I was in high school.It was Introducing Eric Kloss, and is still one of my favs, and was then and still is one of my inspirations. I'm thrilled to see you're still playing and hope to one day play beside. thanks for being one of my heroes...
Julian Meyers <julian721 (at) comcast.net>
jersey city, nj usa - Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at 11:26:13 (EDT)
I caught your performance last night at Gesu in Montreal and was amazed that before last night, it has been six years since you last graced Montreal with your wonderful playing. Where does the time go? Enjoyed it tremendously and hope you don't take as long next time in returning to Montreal. Peace! Steve DeGruchy
Steve DeGruchy <degruchys (at) yahoo.ca>
Montreal, QC Canada - Friday, July 06, 2012 at 13:14:48 (EDT)
My gratitude for speaking with me in Montreal. I am both humbled and inspired by your kindness of heart, and generosity of spirit. Thank-you for lighting the path and leading the way. Once a pocketfull of scales and arpeggios, there now is a clear voice of what it is. The definition of feeling and expression is a gift shared !
Tim Lysyshyn <timlysyshyn (at) hotmail.com>
Montreal, Quebec Canada - Friday, July 06, 2012 at 04:26:09 (EDT)
Pat: back in the 60's, I was playing guitar at the Wagonwheel on 45th Street in NY. I was with Bobby Blue, the steady house band which relieved the touring bands, (Like Goldie & the Gingerbreads, The Thunderbirds, Andy Andelucci, etc). One night a young lad from Philly walked in, borrowed my 56 Gretsch jazz guitar and knocked us all out with his fast fingering!! Pat, I remember those nights. I'm still playing (solo guitar in restaurants.) and I remember your speed and ideas. God Bless John Signorelli aka "Johnny Stephens"
John Signorelli <jsiggyct (at) comcast.net>
Oxford, CT USA - Thursday, July 05, 2012 at 15:33:44 (EDT)
Pat, Demetrius and I were both thrilled to see you last Saturday in SF. You look great and of course, played exquisitely. We hope to see you again in a few months. Please be well and know that we love you....Donna & Demetrius
Donna <celdancer (at) gmail.com>
Pittsburg, CA US - Monday, June 25, 2012 at 22:00:24 (EDT)
Saw your concert at Yoshi's SF on June 23rd, 2012. I've been a fan ever since I heard your version of Sunny. Now I'm trying to learn jazz guitar myself (playing on a Gibson ES-339). I used to be primarily a sax player, and looked into your book Linear Expressions, but it didn't mean much to me at the time. Planning to look into it again soon. Thanks for a great show, and I hope to see you perform again. If you would consider giving a lesson or two the next time you're near San Francisco, please feel free to contact me.
Patrick Beard <pcbeard (at) mac.com>
San Francisco, CA USA - Monday, June 25, 2012 at 17:41:10 (EDT)
The Martino Unstrung doc brings some questions into mind...First...how about a cookbook by your wife? (I know a lot of the food really isn't cooked) Do you help your students with body mechanics? Ah...that left wrist is getting pretty beat up..should I have the guitar on my left knee... Are there tricks to using your thumb and trying to play your lines? Have you tried video lessons where you are questioned as you go along? Have you eaten a cheesesteak lately?
Andre <andrhunt (at) att.net>
san francisco, ca. U.S.A. - Monday, June 25, 2012 at 17:14:46 (EDT)
Just home after your 10pm at Yoshi's SF. Saw you 2 years ago at the Iridium. You swing like a mother... with an iron fist in a velvet glove. My wife and I could not have enjoyed the show more. And she doesn't even like jazz. Can't wait to see you again. I wish I had been able to express my appreciation during the break. Next time, I guess.
Kenneth M Sailors <96omi (at) comcast.net>
Pacifica, CA US - Sunday, June 24, 2012 at 04:28:19 (EDT)
Hello to Pat and Aya, and Happy Birthday once again to Ms. Aya! And many more happy ones in the future...
I had the pleasure to visit Blues Alley in DC last Saturday at 8 PM and enjoyed a wonderful set of tunes, as always. The positive energy from Pat and the trio was dominating the room! Good luck with your summer, have a safe and fun trip to Europe this fall...and I'll see you at Chris' in Philly in November! I will enjoy listening to the new CD till then.
Love, Laura and Don
Laura Marshall <lgoldenm29 (at) hotmail.com>
Silver Spring, MD USA - Monday, June 18, 2012 at 16:09:42 (EDT)
Kevin, it was a pleasure to meet you Saturday evening. I agree with you, all ballads are absolutely beautiful in a special way. As to your question, the ballad that was performed is called "Peace". It was written by Horace Silver. I'll look forward to seeing you the next time at Blues Alley. Until then I send you my best!
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, - Monday, June 18, 2012 at 11:59:24 (EDT)
Stephanie & John, .... as always, all my love! ...... Pat
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, - Monday, June 18, 2012 at 11:54:31 (EDT)
Hey Pat, enjoyed "The Return" on Sat. I was the guy that asked if the first set would be too early for ballads :). What was that ballad you played? Again thanks for all that u do, and please come back next fathers day. Happy Birthday Aya.
Kevin Roberts <kmramr (at) verizon.net>
WDC, - Monday, June 18, 2012 at 10:49:43 (EDT)
It was beyond wonderful hearing the trio and speaking with you and Aya last night at Blues Alley - and a belated Happy Birthday to Aya! I am still glowing. Much love, stephanie & john xx
Stephanie Poe McCook <slpoe (at) verizon.net>
Washington, DC USA - Sunday, June 17, 2012 at 19:11:47 (EDT)
Mr Martino-it was Nice to see You in NYC--please have a Wonderful day-a Hello to Ms Aya-----------------------Kirk out---------
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY Martinoville - Thursday, June 07, 2012 at 08:17:34 (EDT)
Pat, great to hear an interview you did with my friend Billy Foster. I had a lesson with you a few years ago and it was an extremely insightful and very special moment for me as I still learn from the ideas you shared. I hope to cross paths with you again one day soon. Marco
Marco Villarreal <marcotune (at) gmail.com>
Hobart, In USA - Tuesday, June 05, 2012 at 00:24:47 (EDT)
Hi Pat: It was a personal honor and sincere pleasure to listen to you and spend time chatting over these last two days at the Showcase. Thanks so much for sharing with us your wondrous gifts. I look forward to seeing you again in DC next week. With warm wishes Sam
Sam Sisodia <ssisodia (at) bsd.uchicago.edu>
chicago, il usa - Monday, June 04, 2012 at 12:38:17 (EDT)
There are still a few tickets left for the Jazz at Filoli event June 24. Located 30 miles south of San Francisco, Filoli is an historic site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and one of the finest remaining country estates of the early 20th century. Filoli was built for Mr. and Mrs. William Bowers Bourn, prominent San Franciscans whose chief source of wealth was the Empire Mine, a hard-rock gold mine in Grass Valley, California. Mr. Bourn arrived at the unusual name Filoli by combining the first two letters from the key words of his credo: “Fight for a just cause; Love your fellow man; Live a good life.” Filoli has provided a memorable location for a variety of motion picture, television and commercial productions, including the Carrignton Mansion on the TV show Dynasty.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <lrhenry (at) gmail.com>
Carlsbad, Ca USA - Friday, June 01, 2012 at 12:57:38 (EDT)
05/31/12 Jazz Showcase Chicago, blown away again!!!
Rick Minarik <kcir91 (at) yahoo.com>
Chicago, IL USA - Friday, June 01, 2012 at 10:13:20 (EDT)
Thomas Geese, thanks for the post about Michael Sagmeister. I had an iTunes gift card from work & got this and it's some nice stuff. Michael Sagmeister is a brave fellow and is a really good player. Another fine example of Pat's endless ability for variation.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <lrhenry (at) gmail.com>
Carlsbad, CA USA - Thursday, May 31, 2012 at 12:11:17 (EDT)
Hello Pat. Thanks for coming back to Chicago this weekend! I've been looking forward to it very much. You're one of my all-time favorite musicians. I see you have an Italian drummer now, so I'm betting it will be even better than last year. I enjoyed your book, too!
Pete Bellino <petebellino (at) att.net>
Elgin, IL USA - Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at 15:07:51 (EDT)
Hi Pat, thank you (and Bill Milkowski) for your very, very interesting and ionspiring autobiography "Here and Now". I am from Germany - and as a german Pat-Martino-fan I wonder, why your record with Michael Sagmeister is not mentioned in the discography. I think that´s a very good record. What`s the reason? All the best! Thomas Geese
Thomas Geese <geeseberg (at) web.de>
Braunschweig, Germany - Tuesday, May 29, 2012 at 15:00:33 (EDT)
Hi Pat I am new to Jazz guitar but I have been playing guitar for a long time. I have been listening to lots of Jazz musicians but you are my favorite. I have been trying to play some of your lines but my fingers will just not move that quickly. I love your music man and hopefully one day I will be able to see you play live.
Erik <allthatjazz531 (at) gmail.com>
Point Pleasant, NJ United States - Monday, May 28, 2012 at 20:37:45 (EDT)
Hi Pat! Demetrius and I will be there for the 10pm show. Hope to get a smile and hug before you depart. Our warmest regards, Donna
Donna Kirven <donnakirven (at) yahoo.com>
San Francisco, CA US - Saturday, May 26, 2012 at 13:19:45 (EDT)
Hey Pat, I just finished reading your autobibiography and enjoyed it very much. I ran into you in Cape May when I was on vacation in 82, 83 or 84. Not exactly sure but you had a gig at the Shire. This was after your surgery and you sounded great then.I have always been a fan from when I first saw you at the Village Gate with Joyous Lake. As a musician and fan, thank's for all the great music.
Pat Cuttitta <pdc3656 (at) optonline.net>
fair lawn, nj usa - Thursday, May 24, 2012 at 17:17:37 (EDT)
Donna, .. it's wonderful to hear from you. I hope that all is well both for yourself, and Demetrius. Although I'll only be in San Francisco at Yoshi's for one evening I would love to see both of you once again. I'll look forward. For now I send you both my warmest regards. ..... Pat
Pat Martino
U.S.A. - Thursday, May 24, 2012 at 08:19:42 (EDT)
Pat my friend! I see that you are coming to San Francisco next month. I'd love to see you and perhaps chat briefly. Love the autobiography!!!! Be well, Donna (Spotlight on Jazz and Poetry).
Donna Kirven <celdancer (at) gmail.com>
San Francisco, CA United States - Wednesday, May 23, 2012 at 15:47:40 (EDT)
Dear Pat, It was a really wonderful experience for me to hear you play at Ronnie Scott's earlier on in the month. I'd been looking forward to this for years and it lived up to all expectations. Thank you also Pat for signing my copy of your book - it was greatly appreciated. Warmest Regards, Trevor (London)
Trevor <trevjo7 (at) googlemail.com>
London, England - Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at 07:51:01 (EDT)
I really appreciate that Pat. got goosebumbs when I red it. I couldn't believe he was you. Thanks very much for your comment. I hope to see you in Milan at the Blue Note. Are you coming this year in Milan? Thanks for the lead sheet. I will say hi to Bruno personally don't worry about that!!! It would be nice if I could call you on your personal mobile phone and say hi. you will make my day. Thanks for everthing you're a great person!! All the best Luigi
Luigi Maretti <marettiluigi (at) libero.it>
Travedona Monate, Varese Italy - Sunday, May 20, 2012 at 08:57:10 (EDT)
Hey Pat...How are you doing? just seen your comment on youtube regarding my 'Catch'interpretation. Is that you? I couldn't imagine that...Hope everything is fine. I big hug. Ciao Luigi
Luigi Maretti <marettiluigi (at) libero.it>
Travedona Monate, Varese Italy - Sunday, May 20, 2012 at 06:23:52 (EDT)
Dave, .... sorry, I meant that I'll see you in Phoenix!
Pat Martino
USA - Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 15:52:51 (EDT)
Dave, and Pat, ... thank you both for your entries. To fulfill your curiosity, everything's just fine. I'll be looking forward to seeing both of you at the Showcase toward the end of this month. Until then I send you, and yours my warmest regards ...... Pat
Pat Martino
USA - Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 15:50:54 (EDT)
Dear Pat, I also hope the New York postponements are not due to anything serious and hope you and yours are all well. As I mentioned to you at Chris' Jazz after your show last month, we are going to Chicago June 1st to visit my daughter's family and plan on bringing her and my son to hear you at the Showcase. Looking forward to that with great anticipation. Best wishes.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 15:17:57 (EDT)
I just saw some bookings postponed, hope all is well with Pat. Hope you make it to the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix. Look forward to listening to you live again.
Dave Borrego <dborreg4 (at) elp.rr.com>
- Wednesday, May 09, 2012 at 13:16:09 (EDT)
Pat Martino had many outstanding students in the past and present. His influence over many great guitarists who played jazz/fusion and were self-taught is in the extreme high numbers. He has been so influential to musicians worldwide and I often wonder if he becomes jaded with his own realization. He is probably tired of being overwhelmed with the attention. He is a master and no one can make an assumption either way. He has a historical connection to the Jazz world and he is one of the last musicians left alive to continue a legacy that causes an audience to freeze in their tracks. He is overwhelming to us, the audience of musicians and fans. He is a great teacher and advisor to musicians globally. I thank my lucky stars that I was born into a generation where I could actually witness his talents.
John Fiocchi <rhodesfiocchi (at) hotmail.com>
Sharptown, N.J. U.S.A. - Sunday, May 06, 2012 at 16:22:30 (EDT)
dear mr. pat martino, i just want you to know my way of jazz guitar. with 11 years (*1964) i started to play classical guitar until, first time in germany, a jazzguitar teacher startet at the music school (mr. pentti turpeinen) - i changed to him and startet jazz guitar - he always recorded for me a lot of music cassettes, which i heared in the night with headphones. there were only jazz guitarists, like jim hall, pat metheny, joe pass, george benson and wes montgomery ... .one night, i heard a new cassette, there was a sound - wow, this is it - a wonder, i cann`t understand that this was possible with the guitar !!! it was you, with some pieces from "footprints". since this time i hear just only your music. my first album was exit - until today, i have every album, cds, movies, books from you. since this time, i try to play like you (no chance, of course) for me, you are the one and only - thank you for your music - i`m so glad to live in the same century like you - thank you so much to be.
felix <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Sunday, May 06, 2012 at 14:11:36 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Alan again. I should have mentioned that the piece I hope you can identify for me was slow tempo and very melodic. I have asked four or five friends who were also there that evening and they all loved that piece. I sense it was something youe haven't yet recorded. Take care. Alan Take care.
Alan <alancramp (at) btconnect.com>
Sudbury, UK - Sunday, May 06, 2012 at 04:50:21 (EDT)
Hi Pat, It's Alan here, we spoke just before you went on stage at Ronnie Scott's the other week. What a memorable night - we just loved every minute. Your phrasing left me spellbound and you had so many little jewels you added here and there. All very much appreciated. Pat you played a piece that is haunting me but I don't know it. You played it immediately before introducing the band in the first set. you mentioned the piece by name but I didn't quite catch it - something like "Sabu". If there is any way you can get back to me I would be so grateful. I want to play it myself!! For me, the highlight of the evening was "Round about Midnight". It has been a favourite for a long while but your version brought a superb clarity to the piece - I just loved it. One more for my repertoire. Thanks Pat for the best evening's Jazz I have had for a very long while. Come back soon With my best wishes Alan
Alan <alancramp (at) btconnect.com>
Sudbury, UK - Saturday, May 05, 2012 at 14:04:59 (EDT)
Hi, Pat! Counting the days until we hear you at Blues Alley!
Stephanie Poe McCook <poe (at) alumni.ufl.edu>
Washington, DC USA - Friday, April 27, 2012 at 20:58:44 (EDT)
Hi Pat Just saw you last night at Ronnie Scott's. It was a memorable experience. What really astonishes me is not so much a guitarist's technical ablity, but their musicality. Your phrasing and general choice of ideas was astonishing. It really shows in pieces like Blue in Green and your encore of 'Round Midnight. I have seen Ronnie Scott audiences a number of times, but during 'Round Midnight everything stopped, and there was not a sound. I look back at events in my life that I consider to be 'great moments'. One was back in 1974 when I saw Julian Bream play Bach's Chaconne in London. Your performance last night was up there as well, and matched it. I would like to thank you so much.
Ged <ged.peck (at) ntlworld.com>
Luton, UK - Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at 05:47:39 (EDT)
Pat--Please have a safe trip to London ----------Kirk----
Kirk YANO
- Sunday, April 22, 2012 at 08:44:23 (EDT)
Hi Pat and Aya, My sister and I were honored to have met the two of you at the Berks Jazz Fest several years ago. I was very upset to have missed you this year at BJF. We were there for the weekend shows, but we were unable to stay another day. We returned on Thursday to hear about the documentary film and your performance. People loved it. I purchased your book and thoroughly enjoyed it as I rode the trains to and from work. The honor would be mine to meet you again and to have you sign my book. You are truly an inspiration as a musician and a human being. Peace and blessings :)
Karen Bly <blyski408 (at) hotmail.com>
Bronx, NY USA - Friday, April 20, 2012 at 01:47:48 (EDT)
Introduced to Pat on Joyous Lake back in the seventies - A big fan ever since! One of the most distinctive and wonderful guitar styles ever. Can't wait to see Pat at the Chicago Jazz Showcase in June
Rob Herman <rob (at) stonestudio.com>
Park Ridge, Illinois United States - Thursday, April 19, 2012 at 14:48:52 (EDT)
Hi Pat I Emailed Around March 16 th 2012 But I Do Not Know If You Received It I Can Not Believe A Year Has Gone By Since My Son Pat And I Seen You At Birland Last Year In March.I Am Sorry I Missed You This Year I Have Been Working. Again Thank You So Much For Signing The Cds And The Signed Photo And The Pictures That Were Taken Of You And I. They Are All In A Frame In My Music Room Next To The Picture I Have Of Me & John Pizzarelli. I Knew Before I Even Met You That You Were Special And Then When We Met.You Made Me Feel Like Family . You Made Me Feel Special What A Feeling. I Hope We Meet Again .Stay Healthy Your Friend Anthony j Petrosini.
Anthony J Petrosini <thejazzman (at) optonline.net>
Mt Sinai , N.Y. U.S.A. - Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at 06:43:29 (EDT)
Hi Pat and Aya, Just wanted to say hello and hope all is well. Much Love to both of you, and hope to see you next time your in town . Bobby and Gabrielle
Bobby Corsetti <Bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, NY USA - Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at 22:25:56 (EDT)
Saw Pat at Chris' Jazz club in Philadelphia, April 13. One of the most under- rated venues in the US to see a phenomenal performer. Could not have enjoyed it more. Alexander on sax was great but seemed nervous. We are new but now lifelong fans. Thank you for memorable night.
John and Judi Williams <willjohn3 (at) hotmail.com>
New Bern, nc usa - Friday, April 13, 2012 at 22:04:42 (EDT)
Hello Pat, Can't wait to see you in Santa Cruz on June 25th. You have been one of my favorite guitarists since I first began playing over 35 yrs ago, and I have never been lucky enough to see you perform live so it will be a VERY special evening for my wife and I!
Nick Ely <nely1 (at) mac.com>
Soquel, CA USA - Friday, April 13, 2012 at 20:58:02 (EDT)
PM-----Happy Friday The 13th-----------------
Kirk Yano
Crooklyn, PA MartinoWorld - Friday, April 13, 2012 at 11:42:51 (EDT)
Thank you Pat for great music and signing your book for me at the NYC Birdland on March 16th. It was a very special moment for me indeed to finally meet the man whose music converted me to the world of Jazz some 35 years ago. All the Best!
Boris de Vries <frogeye (at) verizon.net>
Glen Ridge, NJ USA - Monday, April 09, 2012 at 21:59:06 (EDT)
Hey Pat, There isn't much to say except your music always makes a bad day a good one! Keep on playing and I'll keep listening. Sincerely, Alex
Alex <ainsco28 (at) gmail.com>
Riverside, Il United States - Monday, April 09, 2012 at 14:17:30 (EDT)
Hello Pat, My wife and I have been lucky enough to purchase tickets for your London performance at Ronnie Scott's......we've been waiting to see you play in London for so long and are thoroughly excited at the prospect. After becoming physically ill during the last 6 years, your fine music and general approach to life have helped me enormously. Moreover, after reading your book I have become uplifted with energy, vision and hope. Thank you Pat, for all that you have given me. Best Wishes Trevor (London)
Trevor <trevjo7 (at) googlemail.com>
London, England - Monday, April 09, 2012 at 10:00:31 (EDT)
Ms Aya and Mr Pat----------Happy Easter---to my Favorite Bunnies--------see you Friday-------------best Kirk ----------------------
Kirk YANO
MartinoCity, PA Bunnyville - Sunday, April 08, 2012 at 10:11:23 (EDT)
Hiya doing pat, It is almost impossible to believe that you are getting better but when it comes to good jazz you are still the master. Pat please take care of yourself and give my best to your wife. Hope to see you the next time you are in philly. Your friend and lover of good jazz Ernie RAGS
Ernie Rags <eragz1933 (at) comcast.net>
phila, pa usa - Saturday, April 07, 2012 at 23:29:59 (EDT)
Hello Pat, I used to come over to your house in Philadelphia in the late 60's for guitar lessons. That was one of the most beautiful experiences of my life. I often think back to things you said or shared and realize that your warmth and love have enriched my whole life experience through the years. The world is a much finer place having had you in it. Thank you, Richard Hutchinson
Richard Hutchinson <lorich (at) charter.net>
Boiling Springs, SC United States - Wednesday, April 04, 2012 at 07:51:31 (EDT)
Pat, I was transported by your performance with Eldar at Anthology. What a treat to hear you again after so long and in such a wonderful collaboration. Thank you for coming to San Diego. Please come again soon.
Lou Lupin <lmlupin (at) roadrunner.com>
La Jolla, CA USA - Monday, April 02, 2012 at 11:15:32 (EDT)
Pat, very good to hear you Are Brazil in your plans? Thank you for all the sounds!
rodinei layus <rodinei105 (at) hotmail.com>
Sao Paulo, SP Brazil - Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 15:47:51 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Amazing show at MI with Eldar! Possible duet recording in the future perhaps? Thanks for making it to L.A. this time around. very much enjoyed getting to hear you live. Cheers!
Aaron <audiobend (at) yahoo.com>
Los Angeles, Ca USA - Friday, March 30, 2012 at 19:47:18 (EDT)
Hi Pat I see that you will be appearing again at Ronnie Scott's in London on April 23 & 24th. I'm so glad you'll be visiting our shores once more and I would love to be able to visit you for another lesson/chat during the day of the 24th if you're willing and have the time. Our last meeting was about 7 years ago and the time has flown! My very best wishes to you for the upcoming European tour and hope we'll be able to catch up. Frank
Frank Dawkins <frankdawkins (at) yahoo.com>
London, United Kingdom - Friday, March 30, 2012 at 11:33:04 (EDT)
Was So Great toSee Pat Martino again and hear His Trio perform at Miller Center, Reading, Pa Our visit at His home in 2009 was very memorable, and to hear Him perform again made it even More Special. Best of Luck to Him/Wife.Hopefully We'll get to See Him perform again Soon.
Robin Flowers/Gene Bujnovsky <robin.r.flowers (at) gmail.com>
Reading, Pa USA - Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 02:32:43 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I thoroughly enjoyed your performance at the MI reunion. You continue to inspire me. Thank you, Dan Dowling GIT Class of '78
Dan Dowling <eamondowling (at) comcast.net>
Albuquerque, NM USA - Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 13:12:05 (EDT)
Hi Pat, thank you for a perfect end to a perfect M.I. Reunion. Your music with the fine young piano player was unique and truly beautiful. I could hear and feel the musical conversation between you as the two of you performed. To me, that conversation is the essence of jazz. I am the old coot who just wanted to shake your hand during the opening night activities. Again, thank you so much for being Pat Martino, an inspiration for all of us.
Howard Brown, G.I.T. class of '78
Howard Brown <wizard3739 (at) hotmail.com>
Payson, AZ USA - Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 13:02:17 (EDT)
Its Pat MARTINO day at The Berks Jazz Festival-----------------
Kirk YANO
- Tuesday, March 27, 2012 at 10:06:11 (EDT)
Late of Buffalo Ny and it's many musical influences-Always/ All ways found you to be an inspiration. Later became a kind of "come-back kid" myself, absolutely life changing!!! God's love to you and yours', look forward to hearing from you, Thank you for everything. Mark
MarkSteinmuller <doc310ms (at) yahoo.com>
Trevose, Pa USA - Monday, March 26, 2012 at 14:17:56 (EDT)
Pat, Seeing you last night in Los Angeles was a real treat. You and Eldar mesh with brilliance. your treatment of "Round Midnight" was awesome in it's gentleness. I was also impressed with your patience with all of the well wishers especially the generosity that you showed with the guitar student from the Musicians Institute. And lastly, I'm glad that I got you back to the hotel without the car breaking down! Love & Light, Jim Walsh
Jim Walsh <cafesociety2000 (at) yahoo.com>
Los Angeles, CA USA - Monday, March 26, 2012 at 12:34:43 (EDT)
Pat- Can't tell you how great your music sounds no matter how many times I listen to my/your lp's & cd's (i"n my new weight watchers & exercise routine "Mac Tough" gets the motor running every time I hit the gym!). Seems like i can hear something new & different every time your music is there. Hope you make it to San Antonio or Austin some day (didn't you do a master class in S.A. in the '70's)? My wife & I saw Joey DeFrancesco here a few years back at a place called Luna. MMMMMM..... a new live album.....reuniting Pat Martino and Joey D...."Live at Luna" (hey I can dream! ).If you're interested my 1st PM album was Starbright when it was a new release. 1st heard you on a late '60's- early '70's free form rock station here in san Antonio used to play some of your stuff back then & us rock & roll kids were introduced to some jazz! Am about to transfer my copy of Interchange on my minivan's hard drive as we speak. Many Thanks
Scott Mabrito <Smabrito (at) gmail.com>
San Antonio, Tx U.S.A. - Friday, March 23, 2012 at 10:57:17 (EDT)
Wow, What a time at Birdland!! Pat, you are a beautiful person and my most favotite jazz guityarist of all time. Your warmth and hospitality are second to none. For anyone who has not gone to a Pat Martino show, You need to!! Don't forget to come by and visit if you find yourself in Nova Scotia.
Michael Barrett, Luthier <barrguitar (at) ns.sympatico.ca>
Lawrencetown, NS Canada - Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at 13:22:42 (EDT)
PM---please travel safe to LA----and see you on Pat MARTINO Day at the Berks Jazz Festival---------------next week-------------Hee Haw------
Kirk YANO
CheeseSteak, PA MartinoVille - Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at 12:25:28 (EDT)
Thank you Pat and Aya for the wonderful embrace before the first Birdland Show on Saturday, 3/17, and for signing the COAs from your Benedetto model, as well as your autobiography. The music was phenomonal that evening. It was quite an inspiring experience for me, and it will serve as a treasured memory. You are both beautiful people, and I thank you for opening up your hearts to us all.
Len DeLoma <leonard.deloma (at) cms.k12.nc.us>
Charlotte, NC USA - Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 21:15:02 (EDT)
Birdland was great! How about playing with Joe Lovano? Fan since 1976
Lloyd <jacstraw8 (at) aol.com>
NY, NY USA - Monday, March 19, 2012 at 01:20:05 (EDT)
Pat, we go back to '77-'78 at Jane St. in NYC ... I used to come up for lessons. I just caught your Sat. show at Birdland -- what a great show! You are looking in good health, and playing 'burning-ly' well -- always in my prayers -- Be well & Be with God ... BTW, just finished your book ... and excellent read!
John Amato <jamato316 (at) verizon.net>
North Bergen, NJ USA - Saturday, March 17, 2012 at 23:37:26 (EDT)
hey Pat, it's always a pleasure to listen to your recordings.. lately I got more into Think Thank album, it just so cool..! do you have a plan to collaborate with Pat Metheny soon..? am sure your collaboration wud do a great performance..
Biondi NOya <guitar2body (at) yahoo.com>
Jakrta, Indonesua - Thursday, March 15, 2012 at 03:26:32 (EDT)
Mr Martino-------can you Say New York ??--see you soon at Birdland in NYC--------------------Kirk -------------------
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Monday, March 12, 2012 at 12:18:18 (EDT)
Hi Pat, it was great to see you - a true master - playing live in Dubai. What an awesome trio and what an awesome show! I hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. Two days later and "Sunny", with which you wrapped up the concert, is still playing in my head :-) I hope this city becomes a regular stop on your schedule. Thank you for the wonderful show and all the wonderful music!
Sam
Dubai, UAE - Sunday, March 11, 2012 at 01:36:18 (EST)
Pat, I was introduced to Exit in 1989 and you have been an inspiration ever since. When I learned the rest of your story that inspiration was expanded exponentialy.
Jeff <jaludwig (at) hotmail.com>
Navarre, OH USA - Friday, March 09, 2012 at 21:16:51 (EST)
Hi, if you (Pat) actually read these, I was wondering if you could tell me which of your recordings might have featured tenor sax Gregory Herbert. A hard cat to find on record. thanks, Brent
Brent Higinbotham <bighiggig (at) yahoo.com>
- Thursday, March 08, 2012 at 17:04:27 (EST)
PM --have a safe trip to Dubai----& please enjoy the Gig w/ Joey D------------------see you soon------Best Kirk------------------------------------
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Wednesday, March 07, 2012 at 12:16:03 (EST)
Hi, I saw a video where you played a guitar that looked like it was CARVED out of wood (I couldnt see it very well) but appeared to be a light grey ?????and ,several designs carved into the guitar. I would love to know where you got it ,or was it special made for you.??? thanks Tom Speer
Thomas Speer <t.speer (at) adelphia.net>
Lancaster , CA - Friday, March 02, 2012 at 21:19:26 (EST)
Hey Pat. Leslie and I are heading back to Savannah in two weeks to hear Howard Paul, Howard Alden and Ben Tucker at the Jazz Corner....sure wish you were making an appearance here in Atlanta...we would love to see you...any chance you will be in Savannah in the future? I treasure the time I spent with you at dinner with Bob and Cindy Benedetto and my private lesson...I've started performing again and really feel great. Take care and keep in touch.
Ronnie Rose <leslie_rose_2000 (at) yahoo.com>
Douglasville, GA USA - Sunday, February 26, 2012 at 17:44:12 (EST)
Hi Pat, I recently read "Here and Now", and it gave me much more respect for your dedication and my own personal dedication to guitar. We are currently learning two of your solos at the Jazz School in Berkeley CA under the direction of Mimi Fox. Your solo on Don Pattersons version of "Now's the Time" and your solo on "Lazy Bird" off the East! album. Lots of fun. Two things come to mind....your use of minor(maj 7) arpeggios over Dominant seven chords and your starting of a phrase on the flat 9 of a given chord. I see it and hear it! We all love you Pat. Take care! See you in the golden state.
Sean Kerrigan <stumpshot70 (at) yahoo.com>
Nevada City, CA USA - Sunday, February 26, 2012 at 14:10:39 (EST)
You Killed it -------last night w/ Monty
Kirk YANO
CheeseSteak, NY MartinoVille - Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 11:32:42 (EST)
Pat, I was a fan in the 70's, bought and played all of your albums to death but then lost touch. In recent years I've read about your incredible health challenge and recovery, and how you relearned the guitar. You're one of my inspirations as I pick the guitar back up again myself, for the first time in nearly 40 years. I'm hoping to be in NYC when you play Birdland next month. God Bless you!
Bill Covington <bxcov121 (at) aol.com>
Buffalo, NY USA - Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 23:40:26 (EST)
Mr. Martino, thank you for guidance, music and imspiration. From every aspect your theories, recordings and Way have been most enlightening. Blessings embraced in Gratitude.
Ziggy <heathenchef (at) yahoo.com>
barre, vermont usa - Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 11:48:57 (EST)
Hi, I listened to your interview on jazz 88.3 in San Diego tonight ( 2-19-12 ). Your story and the meta physicality of the book are awe-inspiring. I aim to read, "Here and Now" and hear you play an up-coming concert at Anthology. Jana T. Lyerly
Jana Theresa Troiani Lyerly <janathereselyerly (at) msn.com>
Coronado, CA USA - Sunday, February 19, 2012 at 23:17:52 (EST)
PM---please have a great weekend -----------see You on Friday in NYC at The Blue Note-----------peace out--Kirk-------------
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Saturday, February 18, 2012 at 10:31:17 (EST)
Pat, I have been listening to you with joy (and some unfortunate interruptions)for half a century. I cannot tell you how much your music meant to me and a bunch of aspiring teenage musicians from Wilmington, Delaware in the late 60's and early 70's. Seeing and hearing you and the great Sherman Ferguson and Tyrone Brown at Geno's Empty Foxhole back in the day was one of the truly memorable highlights of those years. I don't know if you ever run across my old friend and your former student Gary Vernon but the two of us and a bunch of others got the fundamentals of our jazz education listening to you at Geno's. I am so glad you are touring, and I look forward to seeing you at Anthology in San Diego on March 22nd. It has been way too long. Best wishes.
Lou Lupin <lmlupin (at) roadrunner.com>
La Jolla, CA USA - Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 12:51:21 (EST)
Hi Pat, Fantastic news you are coming to Dubai.....hope you have a fabulous time here.. ..you're bringing Joey too?........Incredible!...looking forward too it immensely!...best wishes
Kevin Cook <kookookookie (at) me.com>
dubai, UAE - Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 02:23:17 (EST)
Hi Pat, Very excited that you will playing in our part of the world- DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES. I been enjoying your music for a very long time and was always hoping to see you playing live. There's lots of people here looking forward to the gig. See u soon Cheers Simon
Simon <talktosimon (at) gmail.com>
Abu Dhabi, AUH United Arab Emirates - Monday, February 13, 2012 at 14:18:16 (EST)
Pat, I thoroughly enjoyed your autobiography and highly recommend it to others reading this post. It is a truly inspiring story. I am looking forward to seeing you at a gig in Philadelphia this year so I can have you autograph the book. Thank you for all the wonderful music! Alan
Alan Servati
Philadelphia, PA USA - Sunday, February 12, 2012 at 20:16:01 (EST)
Hello Pat, Do you know of video that might exist from a show you appeared on called Jazz Adventures,hosted by Jack Teano or Tiano ? around 1973 in NY . I turned on my TV when the show aired and saw the show in progress and almost passed out ! If anyone knows about this please contact me. Thanks ! looking forward to your next shows . RS
Rob S. <Ra.Swerdlow (at) Gmail.com>
Melville, NY US - Sunday, February 05, 2012 at 21:02:09 (EST)
Pat: Just finished your AUTOBIOGRAPHY. WOW! God bless you. How did you do it?! The book was so very enlightening I was captivated. It appears that the level of respect and admiration for you -while lacking early in your career-has finally reached peak levels. WHAT TOOK ALL YOU PEOPLE SO LONG! Bill Milkowski (great job!) says it best, that he looked at you as a guitar god! I don't even play the guitar and I feel the same way. The discography is perfect, the early years are detailed just enough, the anecdotes about Harlem,Atlantic City,Gator Jackson,the illness was described for a lay person to understand and EVERY TESTIMONIAL was so very sincere! The ultimate story was the gathering of guitarists at 2 AM on a NYC street corner. George,Pat,Les Paul,Wes. AMAZING!! You made Philly be recognized for the Jazz and arts capital it is today.While NYC is-and will always be- king, Philly holds NO backseat. Thanks PAT!! I truly love your music,attitude and life story. Have seen you play many times and will always attend your shows. (Personal favorite concert was UMBRIA 2008, encore of 'Send in the Clowns' had us weeping for 15 minutes after show.)
mike paschall <mikepaschall (at) aol.com>
Hatboro, PA USA - Friday, February 03, 2012 at 10:37:40 (EST)
je ne vais pas etre original mais j'adore ce que vous faites j'espere vous voir en live un jour en france et j'aimerai bien avoir des dvd de concert de vous moi meme guitariste vous etes ma source de travail quotidienne merci d'exister
fabrice izolphe <mafileo (at) free.fr>
Toulon, France - Friday, January 27, 2012 at 07:55:27 (EST)
Pat, I am a fellow (novice) guitarist and huge fan. I came across you (and jazz as a whole) a few years ago, when I started college. I just finished your autobiography; it was captivating. I liked how you pointed out that the guitar is the most fraternal of all instruments. Never thought of it before but so true... Anyways, I was wondering if there's a chance you'll be touring any time soon. Although I reside in Buffalo I would travel around the North East to catch you live.
Eric
Buffalo, NY - Thursday, January 26, 2012 at 20:20:50 (EST)
RoRo, ............. what an incredible surprise! I can’t find the words that represent the wave of delight that enveloped me when I viewed your entry. There are certain memories that are so precious that they remain forever, and I really look forward to a moment that we can both share some of our recollections. I often, (when I’m in Philadelphia) drive by 1130 Gerritt Street. The Mancini’s, Jackie Jacobs, Bucky, (on one end) and Billy, (on the other)! Let’s touch base at some point. I’ll be performing here in Philadelphia in the spring, at “Chris’s Jazz Cafe” on April 13th, and 14th. I can’t wait, but for now I send you, and the family my warmest regards. ...... (most of all) thanks for the embrace! ....... Pat
Pat Martino
USA - Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 11:17:47 (EST)
Pat, Just finished your book "Here and Now". It was a great walk down memory lane for me. We were neighbors on Gerritt St and our parents were friends. I have very fond memories of Mickey and Jean and as a kid I would sit outside your house and listen to you jam in your basement. It's been a long journey and you've reached the mountain top. So glad to hear you are healthy and happy. I'm sure your parents are smiling down on you. Will check the schedule for your next Philly appearance. God bless neighbor, Rose (RoRo) Lewis
Rose Lewis <roseclewis (at) verizon.net>
Villanova, PA USA - Friday, January 20, 2012 at 08:06:46 (EST)
...Pat,great to spend a little time w/ you and Aya,ate the leftovers the next morning,sent a message by my cel phone ,not sure it went through,
g
- Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 15:12:25 (EST)
Hey Pat, I have met you a couple times now and seen you play in Philly and Reading. You are an amzing person and musician. Stay healthy and I acn't wait to see you again in Reading for the Jazzfest. Steve
Steve <sjbranham3 (at) aol.com>
Sinking Spring, Pa US - Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 13:40:27 (EST)
Pat, Thank you for being an inspiration. Your Creative Force book opened a lot of doors! When are you coming to New York? We all missed you at Caramoor last summer.
John Gallagher <johnnyguitar72 (at) optonline.net>
Levittown, NY US - Monday, January 16, 2012 at 12:00:08 (EST)
Hi Pat, i looked again at your video and i misunderstand you the first time, now i know you mentioned that you were at the age of 14 instead of major 14, lol. Good luck and all the best! Thierry
Thierry <jazz.thierry (at) hotmail.com>
oostende, Belgie - Sunday, January 15, 2012 at 15:14:37 (EST)
Dear Pat. Thank you for returning to Boston this coming Saturday. Really looking forward to hearing you live again!
Gian Wiegner <wiegner (at) comcast.net>
Winchester, MA USA - Sunday, January 15, 2012 at 12:14:55 (EST)
Loving "Undeniable" - and just discovered "Live at Yoshi's" - You and Joey and Billy make quite a team! Still have my original copy of "El Hombre". Keep on Playin'!
erle flad <erleflad (at) gmail.com>
berkeley, ca usa - Monday, January 09, 2012 at 17:37:41 (EST)
Hi Pat. We are great fans of your work. We just discovered our daughter lives a block north of you on 16th St.! Cheers!
Susan Wilson <smwilson (at) ptd.net>
Delaware Water Gap, PA USA - Thursday, January 05, 2012 at 20:58:52 (EST)
Love your music Pat. You are soothing to the soul. Thank you and please never stop.
Eddy Totten <guitareddy77 (at) yahoo.com>
tampa, fl usa - Wednesday, January 04, 2012 at 14:44:12 (EST)
I saw Pat at the cork jazz festival on 2 occasions.As well as playing stupendous music he also gave out a series of concepts based on diminished scales which i have found as a jazz player to be a great source of ideas and exploration and have helped me on my path to understanding improvisation and the great freedom it brings.Many thanks Pat.
MARTIN VALLELY <mvquartet (at) gmail.com>
CORK, CORK IRELAND - Friday, December 30, 2011 at 18:43:30 (EST)
Hello Pat! Just stopping by to thank you for the years of joy and inspiration! I've just finished reading Here And Now and I really appreciate you sharing your history and very personal story with all of us. I will try to attend one of your shows soon. Sending Love from Texas, Andy Timmons
Andy Timmons <atimmons2 (at) earthlink.net>
McKinney, TX United States - Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at 02:14:02 (EST)
Thank you for being there and playing the guitar.
rOBERTO mARTINEZ <robmartin (at) jazzfree.com>
Moraira Alicante, Comunidad Valenciana España - Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at 14:24:10 (EST)
Hope your holidays are going well. I just got your Live at Blues Alley CD and it's just terrific. As a guitarist in Toledo, OH I appreciate what you have done and still do for us in the jazz field!
Ken Zuercher <hepcatrevival (at) yahoo.com>
Toledo, OH USA - Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at 00:18:18 (EST)
Happy Holidays Cousin Pat to you and Aya! Love ya xoxox
Carole <xyla (at) aol.com>
Phila, Pa USA - Monday, December 26, 2011 at 09:58:02 (EST)
Ms Aya & Mr Pat -Happy Holidays to You---and thank you to all of Pat's friends and fans-------------------for your support of His Tour in Europe -Japan and the US in 2011---The New CD -and of course His Book "Here and Now!"-------------See you in 2012-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Sunday, December 25, 2011 at 09:23:36 (EST)
Hi Pat and Aya , Have a wonderful Christmas! May God bless Both of you in 2012 with health, happiness and most of all his presence always. Much love , Bobby and Gabrielle
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, N.Y. USA - Saturday, December 24, 2011 at 10:20:28 (EST)
dear mr. martino --- wish you and your family nice and spiritual x-mas. think to you - you have done a really good work and its the best you have done, to share your spirit with us - with love, felix
felix <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Saturday, December 24, 2011 at 04:57:31 (EST)
Dear Pat, Greetings and continuous blessing. May you, your wife, and family have a sunny holiday season. Truth! Redeciding one's life almost always involves acceptance. Thus, the continuous process and reevaluations and facing necessary pain. Necessary pain is the pain that takes us to wisdom and courage. Unnecessary pain takes us to neurosis. The experiences becomes the teacher when the student is ready.I have been told--You don't know what Love is until you learn the meaning of the blues. Until we are able to face the pain we will avoid the continuous reevaluation. A Love Supreme!
Lennox
Lennox Seales <SAVSYSREC (at) AOL.COM>
Savannah, GA USA - Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at 13:42:20 (EST)
Book Signing with Legendary Jazz Guitarist Pat Martino at The Spiralbookcase| this Sunday, December 11th, 2-4pm, Book Signing and Q & A by Mr Pat Here and Now! The Spiral Bookcase is celebrating the release of Here and Now!: The Autobiography of Pat Martino. Written with jazz journalist Bill Milkowski, legendary jazz guitar master Pat Martino tells the remarkable story of his comeback from a brain aneurysm that took his memory and nearly took his life.
Kirk YANO
CheeseSteak, PA MartinoVille - Friday, December 09, 2011 at 09:52:33 (EST)
Hello Pat, We spoke at the Continental Club last night here in Houston (12/4) and we discussed your first time to Houston when you played La Bastille. we talked about your rack and you corrected me about the speakers being 4 12's and not 4 10's. :) I just wanted to say that your playing is better than ever! I'm so happy to see you again - and I can hardly wait to see you again. I'll be woodshedding on my guitar until then! :) I wish you all the very best!
Luther Goodman <LutherG (at) hotmail.com>
Houston, Tx USA - Monday, December 05, 2011 at 10:59:32 (EST)
Pat, I very much enjoyed your show at The Continental in Houston,TX You are like fine wine!! keep getting better over time! You have greatly inspired my commitment in reconnecting with my musical journey, for this I am truly grateful to you. Thank You Pat, God bless you for giving so much joy and fulfillment in the lives of people all over the world.
Anthony Cooper <cooperand48 (at) gmail.com>
Houston, TX USA - Sunday, December 04, 2011 at 23:41:07 (EST)
My students at the University of North Texas, friends, and my wife Lareen received a great blessing from your workshop. There were several who don't play guitar, including Lareen, and they came away inspired to live now and in the moment, but also understood many of the concepts regarding the guitar fret board. The gig at Dan's Silverleaf in Denton was exceptional!! I look forward to reading "Here and Now" and to the next time we hang out.
Fred Hamilton <fredandlareen (at) verizon.net>
denton, TX USA - Sunday, December 04, 2011 at 22:16:07 (EST)
Pat..saw you in Denver at Mt. Vernon a few years back, great show. Just read your book...extremely inspiring indeed, I've been sharing it with my students. I gave you a CD when you were here (Acoustic Stick), in microtonal tunings...love to chat with you about...whatever, next time you're in town. Lunch is on me, I know some great Thai places...be safe, man...best from Colorado...Stickman
Neil Haverstick <microstick (at) msn.com>
Denver, CO USA - Sunday, December 04, 2011 at 13:07:45 (EST)
Pat----Please have Safe Travel to The Great State of TEXAS---------
Kirk YANO
TX MartinoVille - Thursday, December 01, 2011 at 00:34:47 (EST)
Dear Mr. Martino, A few days ago i watched a youtube video where you mentioned major 14 or did i misunderstand you...anyway, my teacher is a great piano player and componist and i told him about it and he thinks that logically, it doesn't exists, i was enthousiastic about it further i wanted to ask you what you meant by that particular subject. Second, i would like to buy you dvd 'unstrung' but i can't find it in stores here, either in NY (i went there (i'm from Belgium) in the hope to get your dvd. I was in the jazz record shop a year ago and the owner said he was searching too :). He said: i think you have to ask it Martino himself... I know i can buy it on the internet maybe? I hope to see you live on stage someday. I wish you the all best and good luck and a happy chrismas and new year!! You are great and thank you for that. Greetings from België ;-) Greetings from Belgium
Lefever Thierry <lefeverthierry (at) hotmail.com>
Oostende, Belgium - Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at 20:16:42 (EST)
Hello Pat, My wife and I met you after your first show at Chris' Jazz Cafe this past Saturday. You signed two books for us. You mentioned Peter Townshend as one of the contributors to your autobiography..that is not yet finished. :) I mentioned to you that Pete Townshend was my favorite rock guy...and I got into your music past few years and your my jazz guy. You mentioned that it's a small world, and smiled. I seriously wanted you to know that my wife and I felt your goodness, and it does come out in your music too. You are about the human connection, and I just wanted to thank you for the joy you have brought to us last Saturday night and every time we play your music (which is very often). I can not wait for you to come back to Philly! Can not get enough. Safe travels to you next shows around the country. Paul Strahlendorf
Paul Strahlendorf <p47paul (at) gmail.com>
Downingtown, PA USA - Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at 16:35:28 (EST)
Hello, Pat I was recently listening to you playing on several recordings by Eric Kloss. That was some great stuff back in the day. I found Eric playing on Youtube in recent years after having some health problems. He sounded good. Would you consider playing again with Eric? It would be great to hear that group again along with Chick Corea and Dave Holland.
Jim Smiley <jsmiley53 (at) gmail.com>
Mechanicsburg, PA USA - Monday, November 28, 2011 at 01:14:41 (EST)
Dear Pat, What a great evening. As we mentioned to you, finishing the night with "Sunny" took my wife and me back to our first date, Grendel's Lair, 1973! Our friend Nina was very impressed and thrilled to meet you. Listened to Joyous Lake on the way home to Delaware. Thank you for your warm message in my copy of Here and Now, which I am well into (and will probably spend the rest of the day finishing). You remain a huge inspiration to me as I try to live "in the moment". Thank you for sharing your life and music, it's a gift to us all!
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Sunday, November 27, 2011 at 13:48:26 (EST)
Dear Lennox, ..... first, (and foremost) I wish you a very Happy Birthday, with many more to come. Thank you for your lovely comments, ... I’ll follow your suggestion, and order a copy of your book. I’m sure that you yourself, professionally working with others, (regarding addiction, and other forms of disorder) are well aware of the result that occurs through their decisive re-evaluation of such experiences. I look forward to hear what you have to say. For “Now” I send you, and Juanita my warmest regards, and one more time, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA - Sunday, November 27, 2011 at 13:14:24 (EST)
Pat, I came home on Friday 24th, day after thanksgiving and i walked up to my front door only to find the box containing Here and Now. Juanita, my wife had hope to keep it a secret. she ordered it for my birthday on Sunday Nov. 27th. Oh well, I just got finished reading the book. It is an amazing journey. I am grateful to My friend Syl who turned me on to El Hombre in 1967. I am eternally grateful for you. Pat you are a healer in many ways, claim it. When time permits, Please get a copy of my book on Amazon books. Praying the Blues, by Lennox Seales. One other thing, I discovered that my wife Juanita and your wife Ayako, share the same birthday. June 16th. I am sure that she is your soul mate as well. Blessings and Sweet vibes Lennox
Lennox G. Seales <Seales99 (at) aol.com>
Pooler, Ga Chatham - Saturday, November 26, 2011 at 21:46:50 (EST)
----------------You Killed it Last Night in Phili'-------------------
Kirk YANO
- Saturday, November 26, 2011 at 13:24:19 (EST)
Sorry I didn't know your dad Pat. I really enjoy him on that Video "Open Road". I am listening to Don Pastterson, Holiday Soul as do every year around this time. If people can find the vinyl for this it is well worth the effort. Some pressure should be put on Prestige to release Don Patterson's most popular record on CD (featuring a very young Pat Martino).
Dr. LeRoy Hemry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad, ca USA - Thursday, November 24, 2011 at 15:34:39 (EST)
Anthony, it's always wonderful to either hear from you, or greet you at a performance, thanks for your birthday wishes. I see that I must be a little bit clearer regarding my own Guestbook insert. The phrase: "Happy Birthday Pop" was given from the bottom of my heart to my dad, who passed, (away) into another reality eleven years ago, in 1990. My own birth date is August 25th. In other words, you didn't miss my birthday yesterday. Most of all I send both to you, and Gilda my best wishes for a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA - Thursday, November 24, 2011 at 11:42:32 (EST)
Happy Birthday Pat Sorry I Missed Your Birthday Yesterday. Gilda And I Were Married 53 Years Yesterday It Was A Busy Day . I Have Been Busy Working. I Am Sorry That I Did Not Email You Sooner .I Will Call You Next Week Some Time But For Now Happy Birthday And Happy Thanksgiving. Your Friend Anthony J Petrosini
Anthony J Petrosini <thejazzman (at) optonline.net>
Mt Sinai, N.Y USA - Thursday, November 24, 2011 at 06:01:05 (EST)
HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY POP!
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA - Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at 14:59:33 (EST)
Dearest Barbara Leven, Thanks so much for your question, my answer is yes, I was the guitarist. I use to stay at the “Kentucky Hotel”, located between Pacific Ave., and the Boardwalk. . You have no idea what those days will always mean to me. I can’t emphasize how significant those engagements were regarding my roots. The years I had the opportunity to learn through, Willis, (at Club Harlem) Don Patterson, and Billy James, (at Gracies Little Belmont) and others like Jack McDuff, (at The Wonder Gardens) were absolutely priceless. I revisited Kentucky Ave. a little while back, (just to amplify the memories) and was startled at the replacement of those establishments with facilities that have nothing to do with that part of Atlantic City’s history, ..... when Willis, and the band, as well as Chris Columbo’s group were performing in the front room, Sammy Davis, and other top stars were performing in the larger showroom in the back, and even one of the house dancers was Lola Falana, and of coarse last but not least, “the breakfast show”, every Sunday morning at 6 AM, when it was difficult to even walk thru the crowds of fans on Kentucky Avenue, that were stretching from Atlantic to Arctic. Thanks so much for being a reminder........ all my warmest regards! ..., Pat. P.S.: I hope that the photos I’ve included in the email version of this response help to bring back, as well as amplify the pleasure of such memories!
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA - Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at 14:10:22 (EST)
Kirk Yano, thanks, I'm really looking forward. I'll see you on Friday!
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA - Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at 14:07:13 (EST)
Pat and Ms Aya--see you this weekend in Your Town---------looking forward to Hearing the new Trio--------featuring Pat's new Custom Organ Rig----and a swingin' Drummer ------------OH-yeah----Happy Thanksgiving to all of Mr Martino's Friends and Fans-------2011 was a Great year -w/---Pat's Book "Here and Now" on Backbeat Books------------- the Live CD featuring Jeff Tain Watts / Eric Alexander and last Month's Tour [Sweden-Austria-Germany-Spain-Italy-Greece-Poland-France and Japan]----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Wednesday, November 23, 2011 at 08:07:35 (EST)
I grew up in Atlantic City. In the summer, I spent many nights at the club Harlem in the front bar watching Chris Colombo ,and Willis gaitertail Jackson. Weren't you the guitarist for the groups? Many nights were spent at Gracies Little Belmont, and Booker the Bone cooker. Does any of this ring a bell. Many entertainers stayed at my families Hotel in AC and we went to watch all of you as often as possible.
Barbara Leven <Barbonbarb (at) msn.com>
- Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 12:04:47 (EST)
Love your music and playing. Thank you for your musical generosity.
Scott Curts <curtsong (at) verizon.net>
Sarasota, FLORIDA United States - Monday, November 21, 2011 at 01:12:20 (EST)
Hi Pat, I have been a keen student of your music for many years - i studied Classical Guitar when i was young - but, was turned onto Jazz when my teacher played me "Impressions" and then asked me if i would like to learn to improvise - 30 years later and i am still improvising - thanks for the start. I just finished reading "Here and Now" - many thanks for sharing your insights and the story behind your journey. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.
Gordon Cowie
Insch, Scotland - Sunday, November 20, 2011 at 16:11:44 (EST)
Hi Michelle, you’re most likely correct when we look at it in the long run. We’re certainly related when it comes to the name, (Azzara) itself. Although, for the records my dad was born here in the United States, his father was born in Palermo, Sicily. My mom was born in Calabria, her maiden name was Orlando. It’s interesting how both names were active in Calabria, Italy prior to their meeting here in the United States. I’m sure such elements can be traced over longer periods of generations. Most likely in a much greater retrospect, both of us were welcomed to the family a long, long time ago! ...... Cheers!
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA - Sunday, November 20, 2011 at 09:32:49 (EST)
HI Pat, I think we may be related! My Grandmother's name was Azzara and her father came from Italy to Philadelphia. He had numerous brothers who stayed in Philly. His name was Polo Azzara and he moved to central Pa. From what area in Italy did your family come? Mine was from Calabria.
MIchelle <mahartye (at) gmail.com>
Hollidaysburg, Pa USA - Saturday, November 19, 2011 at 18:09:52 (EST)
Pat, It's been a while since Jeff and I have seen you. But we have a table reserved at Chris' Cafe for the Saturday 8 pm show. Hope your doing well, and we're looking forward to seeing you. All the best - Al D
Al & Jeff (Nick's Roast Beef) <formidableald (at) verizon.net>
Devon, PA USA - Friday, November 18, 2011 at 10:57:52 (EST)
Just read the book and thoroughly enjoyed it. Surprised and delighted by the music theory at the end. Many thanks for all the hard work you and Bill must have put in. And by the way Undeniable is a killer. Great individual and group playing and I'm a sucker for Hammond bass lines.
Richard Gardner <richard.gardner (at) colourtone.co.uk>
Taunton, Somerset United Kingdom - Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at 06:51:06 (EST)
PM-------I hope all is good--------See you soon---------Kirk out----------------------------
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at 00:26:49 (EST)
cant wait to see the new book!
petunia <ymepetunia (at) gmail.com>
mo us - Monday, November 14, 2011 at 10:58:50 (EST)
Lisa, .. that's a lovely thought, thank you. ..... Pat.
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA - Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 15:51:26 (EST)
Dear Mr. Martino - I been listening to your music all my life but never new about you as a person until recently. I'm inspired by your talent, your philosophy and your strength of spirit. Thank you. With joy, Lisa
Lisa Hakanson <lah1029 (at) aol.com>
Maggie Valley, NC USA - Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 15:22:42 (EST)
Dearest Duane, ... how could I ever forget, .... of coarse I remember you! Some of the nicest moments with one of my favorite friends. I hope that the Benedetto PM Model you've acquired brings you as much pleasure as mine brings to me. Bob outdid himself on this particular model, and I'm totally excited about it. I hope that at some point either I perform in Virginia, (in your area, or at least close enough to bring you out) or you choose to visit me in Philadelphia. That would call for a special embrace! Stay well my friend. For now I send you all my love. .....
Pat Martino
Philadelphia, PA - Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 14:31:45 (EST)
I was the first person to buy a Pat Martino Benedtto. I doubt rember me. We were greats friends in LA. I miss your friendship. All the best to you. You sound great!!
Duane Deyo <allyndeyo (at) yahoo.com>
Fredericksburg, VA USA - Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 10:26:20 (EST)
Hey Pat, I continue to listen and study all of the lessons from Creative Force. Pat, you remain a true inspiration to me. I look forward to getting your book. I look forward to reading it over and over. High Vibrations to You Pat. Lennox
Lennox Seales <Seales99 (at) aol.com>
Savannah, Ga USA - Tuesday, November 08, 2011 at 16:02:42 (EST)
Mr. Martino: I was living in Philadelphia last year and 2 of the best things I did there were to hear your inspired performances at Chris' Cafe. Unfortunately, I didn't have the opportunity to say hello to you and thank you for being on the planet. I know that the really great jazz musicians have transcended their narrow egos and the ego's infinite demands. "Seeing the whole" as you say. I just wanted to thank you and say that the qualities one gets when one achieves this transcendent goal show up in your music. That's why your music inspires us to be who we naturally are and that is why your music will last the ravages of time.
David Goldenberg <Ltristano2008 (at) gmail.com>
Lathan , NY USA - Saturday, November 05, 2011 at 19:20:57 (EDT)
Mr Martino--Great show last night at Cotton Club Live House ---thank you for signing my CD--Mitsu
Mitsu Rocamura
Tokyo, Japan - Tuesday, November 01, 2011 at 21:01:45 (EDT)
Mr MARTINO--Welcome to Tokyo------see you at The Gig------best kirk out----------------------------------------------------------
Kirk YANO
- Sunday, October 30, 2011 at 21:35:06 (EDT)
Hi Pat, We saw you at the 'summit' last night. We've been fans for many years. It is a joy and a privilege to watch you perform. I especially appreciated your response to the question.. I felt you were speaking directly to me! You are an amazing talent, I could listen to you forever. Thank you for sharing yourself and your life with us!
GW
- Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 21:54:02 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I received my stunning black Pat Martino Benedetto guitar last week. I took it out on a gig in Charlotte, NC, and needless to say - I was in "Guitar Heaven." Your input regarding this guitar's design, specs, and pricing are much appreciated. The folks at Benedetto certainly crafted a superior instrument, and I consider myself to be extremely fortunate. Again, thank you for putting your heart and soul out into this world. Your playing, along with your spiritial and philosophical candidness will always serve as pure inspiration and thought-provoking matter. Time to return to HERE and NOW!
Leonard DeLoma <leonard.deloma (at) cms.k12.nc.us>
Charlotte, NC USA - Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 20:13:39 (EDT)
Dear Pat and Anya: My Wife and I attended your performance at MCC last night. We both agreed that the highlight of the show was the "Opening Duets" i.e. the peek into your private life. Thank you for sharing that. How lucky you both are! There were several points where Anya had her eyes closed and a huge smile on her face. You both have obviosuly been in that intimate "Space" before. We are also close friends of Mr. C (Bill Carney) and hoped to see and meet you at his 86th Birthday party at the Phila Clef Club but we know you were just coming into town that night and getting ready to jet to Japan.
Brian Cohen <bacohen8 (at) yahoo.com>
King of Prussia, PA USA - Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 13:23:06 (EDT)
Thanks for the personal spin you brought to Guitar Summit 3 last night in opening as a duo with your wife. Man, they had your sound messed up to start but your playing shined through. Beyond the great playing, (Mr. Bianchi is a gem, by the way) I especially appreciated your answer to the "biggest struggle" question. We all struggle with living in the moment, concentrating on what is actually important. Thanks for articulating this, in both your comment and your focused, direct connection of brain to fingers. We love the results!
Bill C <drink (at) victorybeer.com>
Downingtown, PA - Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 09:28:38 (EDT)
dear mr. martino, thank you for the great concert in munich - its the best guitar jazz in this world. your new book is also really nice (i just miss "conversation" with sagmeister in your discography); perhaps we got a vol 2 with philosophie, what you think about live and beyond. this would be also very interessant. thank you also for the new cd - undeniable good. i really love your play - more then love --- have a very good time, allways, you are much more then great. you are!
felix hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
- Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 03:16:13 (EDT)
Pm--Bon Voyage----see You in Tokyo-------
Kirk YANO
- Friday, October 28, 2011 at 18:45:19 (EDT)
Sitting here listening to Undeniable. You swung the heck out of that weekend. Wanna thank you for bringing back the memory. We love you here in DC (favorite son). Peace...
K.Roberts <kmramr (at) verizon.net>
wdc, - Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at 15:01:16 (EDT)
Hello Pat just wanted to stop by & say i love you & we are really excited about the Book! have a wonderful tour :) your friend jerome ali from las vegas :) Take care :)
jerome ali <jazzizbest27 (at) yahoo.com>
Las Vegas, NV USA - Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at 13:45:01 (EDT)
The new recording is lovely. So much blues power! Nice to have so many PM compositions on one disc. Looking forward to digging into the book this weekend.
John <john.mccook (at) gmail.com>
Washington, DC federal plantation - Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at 13:29:34 (EDT)
Dear Pat Martino, because you didn't come to Switzerland this time, I travelled to Neuburg Germany. I heard you playing live for the fourth time, the first time with your new equipement and I must say: awesome sound, just unbelievably beautifull and well played, difficult to say in words, I loved it, the best I have ever seen and heard from you. Thank you for this music, I will come again to your concert whenever possible...
Martin <martin-isler (at) bluewin.ch>
Switzerland - Monday, October 24, 2011 at 14:58:51 (EDT)
Undeniable is finally available on Amazon and several other outlets! This is his live album from Blues Alley, Washington, DC (06/26/2009-06/28/2009). The album features Eric Alexander (tenor saxophone); Tony Monaco (organ); Jeff "Tain" Watts (drums)
Dr. LeRoy Henry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad, CA United States - Sunday, October 23, 2011 at 17:41:02 (EDT)
Pat we cannot thank you enough for the magic moments we shared these 3 days in Thessaloniki. We look forward to welcome you back again soon. Love from all of us. Athanasios.
Athanasios G. Konstandopoulos <agk (at) otenet.gr>
Thessaloniki, Greece - Sunday, October 23, 2011 at 06:29:03 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I have followed your career for nearly 40 years. You are absolutely one of the greatest guitarists ever. I had the pleasure of meeting you sometime in the early 70s and I asked you how you played those fantastic lines. You answered my question and you asked me my name. I have talked to many musicians but you were the only one considerate enough to do that. That says much about your character and I never forgot it. May God bless you and may you have many more years of playing that fantastic music. Thank You, Pat.
Bill Birmele <william_birmele (at) yahoo.com>
Lakewood, CO USA - Saturday, October 22, 2011 at 22:51:47 (EDT)
Again, thank You Pat, for hearing and finally seeing you play, after all these years, at Birdland (Neuburg,Germany). As I noticed and felt Your Music and Guitarplaying, it was just around your Albums "Consciousness" or "Exit", when You got me, not even as a Guitarplayer, which I am, but in terms more as a spiritual Jazzmusician, who felt, at that time, Your break of disease, but being so touched above all, by "We´ll be together again" and after Your recreation "The Maker" as a short Portrait of You (in my opinion). So You said there, You want to see me! It´s anywhere, that it happens, and it´s any time. I´m lookine forward to it. It is now. And I know, as I always knew: We´ll be together again! Thank You and be blessed Jürgen (Dip)
Jürgen "Dip" Haas <dipmailer (at) t-online.de>
Aholfing, Germany - Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at 08:16:23 (EDT)
Your concert in Paris -was amazing -----see You next year ---Thank you Louie
Louie Sandbag
Paris, France - Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at 02:10:28 (EDT)
Many thanks for the concert in Bydgoszcz last night! Watching you perform with the band was a great, great pleasure. After a solo you'd smile and say 'thank you'... Such a kind-hearted person. We all loved the concert and I'm sure you knew it (two encores!). I wish I remembered all of those beautiful notes you played that night......
Krzysztof <krzys.kolaczek (at) gmail.com>
Gdynia, Poland - Monday, October 17, 2011 at 17:05:20 (EDT)
Here & Now is here, now.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad, CA United States - Sunday, October 16, 2011 at 13:36:50 (EDT)
Hi Pat !!! Thanks for an unforgettable concert last night in Stockholm! The Trio is realy amazing!! and thanks for the inspired talk afterwards! Tessan sends her Love to You... Love/Christer
christer krokstedt <christer.krokstedt (at) telia.com>
tomelilla, Sverige - Sunday, October 16, 2011 at 07:21:48 (EDT)
your were Great last night in Stockholm----
Frankie Rocket
stockholm, Sweden - Sunday, October 16, 2011 at 03:26:19 (EDT)
Thank you for the great performance last tuesday in Madrid,I got emotional seeing you playing live for the first time,you openned a new world for me on the guitar,i get so much inspiration from your playing,thanks as well for sharing some of your thoughts about how approaching a solo(vertical and horizontal,remember?),your organ trio sound is amazing;I hope to see you next time you play in Madrid,are you planning to play at CLAMORES again soon?.Un saludo
RAUL
- Thursday, October 13, 2011 at 06:16:23 (EDT)
Hey Pat, I want to thank you for signing my girlfriend’ guitar-pick-necklace. She wears it every day now. It was an honor to meet you and experience such an amazing performance. I’m just finishing writing my research paper about Wes and you. Thank you for all your help and for playing ‘Impressions’! Sincerely, Maciek
Maciek Tomczak <maciektomr (at) gmail.com>
Düsseldorf, Germany - Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at 15:37:40 (EDT)
Looking forward to the gig at Unterfahrt in Munich tomorrow. Listening to your music got me interested in actively listening to jazz again. With mobile technology, internet radio, iTunes etc, I am now listening to jazz all the time again! Good luck and best wishes.
Bill Chandler <munichjudge (at) hotmail.com>
Munich, Germany - Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at 04:31:11 (EDT)
Inspirational, worldclass jazz musician..your place in history..Thank you
Paul Green <paulgreen5163 (at) sbcglobal.net>
Houston, TX - Sunday, October 09, 2011 at 16:13:57 (EDT)
Happy to report I just got a notice that Pat's autobiography is on the way from Amazon.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad , Ca USA - Sunday, October 09, 2011 at 14:51:37 (EDT)
hello my friend, sadly I won't be able to make it for your Paris show tomorrow- I wish you a great happening and thank you for your friendly reply.A few decades ago I had the opportunity of making Joe Pass and couldn't make it either...life's a bitch-anyway I wish you all the best and regret a lot I cannot make it-I'll keep on playing your tunes indeed, live long.
nicolas aka photosnort <nhoullet (at) gmail.com>
PARIS, paris FRANCE - Wednesday, October 05, 2011 at 14:39:21 (EDT)
hey Pat....you were just great yesterday in Milan...Oh my god 'Sunny' was just a masterpiece....I loved your 'Seven Come Eleven' version...I must tell you that: when you played yesterday I started craying....you're great Pat!! I hope to see you in Milan next year...your friend-Luigi- p.s. I say hi to Dave...
Luigi <marettiluigi (at) libero.it>
Travedona Monate, Varese Italy - Wednesday, October 05, 2011 at 14:31:40 (EDT)
Hi Pat....! Thanks for the great performance in Nefertiti Sweden saturday. it was so inspiring and talking to you afterwards gave me such a pleasure..!! My girlfriend sending you her love,she likes you so much... Hope to manage to come to Stockholm the 15th....!! Love/ Christer
christer krokstedt <christer.krokstedt (at) telia.com>
tomelilla, Sverige - Monday, October 03, 2011 at 06:00:47 (EDT)
Hola Mr. Martino hay un mundo que lo aprecia y aqui en este rincon del mundo tambien!!! Por favor venga a PERU alguna vez... ARequipa - Peru - Sudamerica. Gracias MAestro.
DaVid JAra AreNas. <jazz_jara (at) hotmail.com>
peru, aqp arequipa - Friday, September 30, 2011 at 01:31:52 (EDT)
Pat, hello! My husband and I are looking forward to your concert in Denton, TX on December 3rd. I am an Azzara and we are related. Please feel free to email me. See you in December.
Cathie Leeman <pata12 (at) verizon.net>
Keller, TX USA - Thursday, September 29, 2011 at 11:53:50 (EDT)
Pat, I know that you are full of surprises, but was just thinking about one of the most unexpected, spontaneous things that I ever saw you do. Do you recall your closing performance at Grendel's Lair in Philly when you burst into song in tribute to club owner Phil Roy? I couldn't believe how great your singing voice sounded!
john <beerpressure (at) aol.com>
philly, pa usa - Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at 18:03:46 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Years back I had a copy of "Seven Sketches" and after a few moves have lost it. I find myself missing the album and would love to know how I could purchase a new one. I remember your website used to have that information, but no longer see it after all this time. Best wishes, Erick
Erick <busmanm104 (at) gmail.com>
NY, NY - Tuesday, September 27, 2011 at 02:50:11 (EDT)
Pat, I am looking forward to my one-on-one lesson with you on Saturday. I have been a friend of Bob Bendedetto since his Clearwater days over 30 years ago. Howard Paul assisted me in purchasing my Benedetto Bravo.
Ronnie Rose <leslie_rose_2000 (at) yahoo.com>
Douglasville, g United States - Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 14:31:31 (EDT)
Pat, I work with children who have learning disabilities. I frequently use your story to both parents and students to encourage them to succeed. Not only does your story help them but every once in a while I have a student who goes out and buys your recordings. Thanks for everything. Michael
Michael Psychoguitar Flaccomio <psychoguitar (at) msn.com>
Selden, NY USA - Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at 19:53:03 (EDT)
PM and Ms AYA--------It was a nice Visit to Martinoville yesterday-------Best Kirk------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kirk YANO
Brooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Saturday, September 17, 2011 at 08:25:04 (EDT)
hi there Mr Pat Martino. you're truly an inspiring legend, your theory bout The nature of the guitar has haunted me forever..in fact, and after 7 years research i have found a new theory too just like yours, it's simply yet complicated. if you're interested in my theory please contact me in my e-mail.thanks "may the human and universe live in good wealth and prosper"
rezo <saintrezo (at) yahoo.com>
Bogor, indonesia - Friday, September 16, 2011 at 11:37:33 (EDT)
Pat,I loved your Sunday nite show at Iridium.You played so many songs I love from the old days.They were played with the warmth that made them so memorable and great in the first place.Your playing was so intense ,melodic and poiniant...and what a sound! I greatly appreciate the time we got to talk.I told you that you had a great soul band going on!It was very good for my soul!Thank you for such a fabulous performance and evening.....until we meet again.
David Stoltz <davidstoltz (at) msn.com>
west hartford, ct usa - Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at 14:20:19 (EDT)
enjoyed your performance at the Standard. Looking forward to Iridum and future NYC gigs
Lou Misciagna <lnm1455 (at) optimum.net>
Bklyn. , NY USA - Wednesday, September 07, 2011 at 14:01:24 (EDT)
see you in NYC--------
Kirk YANO
Brooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Wednesday, September 07, 2011 at 08:16:29 (EDT)
Pat, I hope you would consider making the trip to visit with us here in Boston. It's been a great treat to have you at Sculler's Jazz Club the last few years, and I for one hope that you would consider visiting Boston again. Thanks! Barry
Barry Potts <bpottsa (at) yahoo.com>
Boston, MA USA - Tuesday, September 06, 2011 at 17:20:43 (EDT)
Hi!Pat,How are you? I've been waiting for your new CD "Undeniable: Live at Blues Alley" will be released. I already made a pre-order on Amazon.co.jp. All Best.
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at 09:25:50 (EDT)
Happy belated birthday pat...and many more to come. It was a treat to be at the front row at Yoshi's Oakland during your duet with Eldar Djangirov. Especially loved the tune "Round Midnight" which was the best rendition I've ever heard. Thank you for the gift of music you provide us with. Cheers
Jim Ghafourpour <sthetix (at) aol.com>
Half Moon Bay, ca USA - Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at 16:15:15 (EDT)
Wow, what wonderful timing! Wishing you the happiest of birthdays, Pat! Any chance of a CD release party/show at Blues Alley? If there is, you know we'll be there with bells on! lots of love to you and Aya, Stephanie
Stephanie Poe McCook <slpoe (at) verizon.net>
Washington, DC USA - Sunday, August 28, 2011 at 14:53:37 (EDT)
Hi John, ...... thanks for the good wishes.. As to the book, and “the next live fix”. The following information was just released: HighNote Records will issue the first new CD in five years by jazz guitar virtuoso, Pat Martino.  PAT MARTINO - Undeniable: Live at Blues Alley (HCD 7231) will be released on October 20, 2011 and will mark a reunion of sorts between the guitarist and HighNote Records’ Joe Fields.  Fields first met Martino while both were at Prestige Records and later, after forming Muse Records in 1973, recorded Martino often.  Their relationship in the studio was augmented by the warm friendship they maintained throughout the years. - Martino’s new CD was recorded live during a set of appearances at Blues Alley jazz club in Washington DC.  Featuring tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander, organist Tony Monaco and drummer Jeff “Tain” Watts, the record contains seven tracks, six of which are original tunes composed by Martino. - “I am thrilled to be working with Pat Martino again,” says HighNote’s Joe Fields.  “I’ve admired his playing for more than 35 years.  Most people consider him to be among the jazz guitar greats, but I feel Pat is one of the very greatest jazz artists performing today on any instrument. We made six records together on Muse and I certainly hope our new association lasts at least as long and is as productive.” - "Here And Now!" will be released by Back Beat Books on November 1st, but is already available for pre-order on Amazon, and other sites. Stay well, and give Stephanie my best!
Pat Martino
- Sunday, August 28, 2011 at 13:14:31 (EDT)
Here's wishing you a very happy birthday. Looking forward to the book, album, and our next live fix. Really jonesin'!
John <aiq (at) ureach.com>
Federal plantation, DC US - Sunday, August 28, 2011 at 11:52:37 (EDT)
A wonderful Birthday to you Mr. Martino!!! Love to you and Aya, Bobby and Gabrielle
BOBBY CORSETTI <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, NY USA - Saturday, August 27, 2011 at 22:58:26 (EDT)
Happy Birthday,Pat from Tokyo! I reserved "Here and Now! The Autobiography of Pat Martino" which was your new book in Amazon.com. I look forward to reading it. After a great earthquake disaster of March, the economy of Japan is sluggish, but we do our best! I'm waiting for your visit to Japan heartily. Please say Hello to Aya-san!
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Friday, August 26, 2011 at 21:15:15 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat!
william jesset <jessetjazz (at) yahoo.com>
liuzhou, guangxi China - Friday, August 26, 2011 at 08:35:28 (EDT)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY YOUNG MAN!!!!!!!!!!! I HAD A CRUSH ON YOU PAT BUT OH WELL,HA! GOG BLESS YOU JOE VENTO FRANK RIZZO JIMMY CHICINNI(GREAT DRUMMER) SAL SPERA.... FL.GIGS?BOB WILL BOOK YOU!
RITA PARENTE HARRIGAN <RHARRIGAN (at) TAMPABAY.RR.COM>
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL - Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 22:29:11 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat Martino, national treasure!
Don Plue <donaldplue (at) yahoo.com>
NewPortRichey, FL Pasco - Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 17:43:14 (EDT)
Dear Pat,I hope you're having a very happy birthday today, with many, many more yet to come. I've been devouring "Live at Yoshi's" lately in anticipation of the upcoming Blues Alley CD, and can't wait to read your new book. Looking forward to your next visit to Chris' in November (will try to get my usual table right up front!). My best to you and Aya'.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 15:01:49 (EDT)
Happy birthday, Pat! I'm looking forward to reading your upcoming autobiography and eventually hearing that Blues Alley album.
Tom Galvin <eadgbe54 (at) yahoo.com>
Swansea, IL USA - Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 09:47:39 (EDT)
Do you ever think that you will do a justin timberlake show?
Stephen Brady <powderbrady (at) gmail.com>
cavan, ireland - Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 09:06:27 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Mr.Pat Martino and Hello ! Ms.Aya'san.
Mitz
Nagasaki, Nagasaki Japan - Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 05:41:50 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat Martino from Munich, Germany --- have a nice, wonderfull day and here and now the best time ever.
Felix Hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
Munich, Germany - Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 01:51:53 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Happy Birthday from Nashville!! Bill and Mary Ann
Bill Neale <billneale (at) comcast.net>
Nashville, Tn USA - Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 01:41:23 (EDT)
Happy Birthday Pat, hope you have a great one!!!!!
Mike Fageros <mfageros (at) yahoo.com>
Detroit, MI USA - Thursday, August 25, 2011 at 01:24:49 (EDT)
Dear Pat: Glad you were able to remember the "old school days" !!!!! Anyway i have an article from the Phila. Inquirer (1960) that will really jog your memory. Send your mailing address (p.o.box is fine)to my e-mail address and I'll copy it and send it to you. Good luck on your upcoming Euro tour. Great to Bobby Grasso is doing well. lol JOE
joe prager <joedee13711 (at) att.net>
hallandale beach , fl. u.s. - Monday, August 22, 2011 at 17:04:35 (EDT)
Dear mr Martino Your work is very inspirational... Keep up the good work... Best regards from downunder Hugo
HUGO
melbourne, australia - Sunday, August 21, 2011 at 09:01:11 (EDT)
Hello Mr.martino, I hope you are well. I watched your interview taken during Bologna Jazz Festival 2010, in Bologna Italy. I was very impressed. You have been my moral mentor of my life and music. I'm looking forward to your new book. Please say hello to Ms.Aya'.
Yutaka Iida <jazzguitardaisuki (at) live.jp>
Tokyo, Japan - Friday, August 19, 2011 at 04:20:43 (EDT)
Pat you are the man! Rediscovered Desperado today and loving it!!!
Jared Scavone <JScavo81 (at) aol.com>
Shavertown, PA USA - Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at 21:42:45 (EDT)
Joe, ......... WOW! ..... I'm definitely going to share this with Bobby Grasso the next time I see him, who by the way is doing well. Wow, the Traymore Hotel! ........ All my love!
Pat Martino
- Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at 20:59:12 (EDT)
hey PAT lets skip school (Southern)today and go to atlantic city in my 57CHEVY with the top down !!!!! we can sneek into the Traymore hotel and shoot pool in their billards room. also do you still wear that full lenght black leather coat. I am sure you probably do not remember me, but we we good friends about 50+ years ago . others in the group Bobby Grasso and Calvin Blatt. I sort of remember you leaving to play on tour with Dianah Washington but it was a long time ago. Anyway glad things are now going well for you. If you do remember any of the high school days contact me if you ever get to south florida.
joe prager <joedee13711 (at) att.net>
hallandale beach , fl. u.s. - Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at 16:26:46 (EDT)
Pat, Thanks for the great Birdland performance at Joe Diorio's 75th Celebration on 8/7. My brother-in-law, Al and I caught you coming in the door. It was a pleasure meeting you and a real treat. I've been mesmerized for days (and I've been playing a good while - mostly Rock/ Fusion type stuff). Now I know why my old Instructor, Phil Iorio, told me to check you out. Everybody was fantastic. A great thing the guys did putting it together. (Great Keys and Drums, also. Thanks. Mike Cullen
Mike <mcullen328 (at) comcast.net>
Westampton, NJ USA - Monday, August 15, 2011 at 16:48:24 (EDT)
Hi Pat and Aya ,Hope and trust all is well with the Martino's. Looking forward to September in town ( N.Y ) Love You, Bobby Corsetti
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, NY USA - Sunday, August 14, 2011 at 21:22:42 (EDT)
Kirk, .... thank you for the embrace. Both me, and Aya' send you all our Love!
Pat Martino
DELPHI, USA - Friday, August 12, 2011 at 09:42:33 (EDT)
PM--Please come to Brooklyn------I hope Ms AYA and You have a wonderful weekend----------Kirk Out--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Friday, August 12, 2011 at 07:33:15 (EDT)
Please come to London UK, I would really love to see you perform live. You're a great inspiration, I love your music.
Jan
- Sunday, August 07, 2011 at 21:19:10 (EDT)
Mr. Martino.....Thanks For the great performance in Ystad Sweden the other day .It was so inspiring!! And Thankyou for signing of your books Linear Expression and Hotlines,It`s very dear to me !! I think you remember me... You are coming back to Sweden in Oct. Then I meet up to listen maybe in Stockholm... My girlfriend say hallo and thankyou for the concert... you met her when you signed the books. I say THANKYOU from the bottom of my heart
christer krokstedt <christer.krokstedt (at) telia.com>
tomelilla, Sverige - Sunday, August 07, 2011 at 09:42:40 (EDT)
PM---see you tonight --Birdland NYC------Kirk
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Sunday, August 07, 2011 at 07:56:21 (EDT)
hi Pat... Just thought about you.. Listening to your duo album with Golstein.. Always loved your playing since I was a teenager.. Hope all ok with you.. Cheers
Bertrand <Fournier.bertrand (at) free.fr>
singapore, Singapore - Saturday, July 30, 2011 at 09:28:09 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Best wishes to you. I think of you often. Sincere thanks for the time you gave me on guitar years ago in your home. I've gone in different directions and am playing more upright bass and producing music, but still remember the passion, the love of the music and the instrument borne of intense curiosity. May we all stay as young as you!! Thanks Pat...Always your fan, Jeff Newell (once in Philly, then New Orleans, then in Margate, now in Austin)
Jeff Newell <jefenew (at) yahoo.com>
Austin, TX USA - Saturday, July 30, 2011 at 02:51:45 (EDT)
Pat----Great to See/Hear/Chat at The Jazz Standard NYC-----Travel safe---best kirk--------My Best To ms Aya------
Kirk YANO
Brooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Monday, July 25, 2011 at 09:15:22 (EDT)
I loved your article in Aug Premier Guitar. It has my mind racing with creative ideas!
Dennis Shea <dshea55 (at) hotmail.com>
Largo, FL USA - Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at 19:15:28 (EDT)
I am so sorry I´ll miss you in Munich again as we´ll still be in Italy. Next time!!
Fred Prost <caulker12003 (at) yahoo.com>
Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria Germany - Wednesday, July 20, 2011 at 08:15:45 (EDT)
Dear Mr. Martino: I ama guitarist for 48 years now, I have recently watched the "Martino Unstrung" documentary and it is quite amazing. I have played with L. Coryell and others and authored my own book about guitar architecture about 4 years ago and was amazed that we think along the same lines; I was heartened by much of what I heard you say. As Les used used to say: Keep pickin'! P
Paul Santa Maria <theguitarexplained (at) yahoo.com>
Buffalo, NY USA - Sunday, July 17, 2011 at 13:03:37 (EDT)
Dear Pat Martino: Hello from Don Plue. I can hardly wait to read your autobiography! I've accumulated a series of injuries that have kept me from your live performances ( starting with St. Louis and others ) but nothing can keep you from becoming a constant source of admiration and innovation, as all the other guestbook entries here prove. I will never forget the kindness that both you and Aya showed me at the last West Palm Beach seminar- Thank you both so much! God bless you both! An Ardent fan... Don Plue
Don Plue <donaldplue (at) yahoo.com>
New Port Richey, FL USA - Friday, July 15, 2011 at 13:04:16 (EDT)
MR. MARTINO, I AM THE GUITARIST FOR GRAMMY AWARD WINNERS TAVARES. I SUFFERED BRAIN TRAUMA FROM AN AUTO ACCIDENT AND HAD TO RE LEARN TO PLAY, VERY FRUSTRATING. YOU ARE SUCH AN INSPERATION TO ME HEARING THAT YOU HAD TO RE LEARN AND BY THE WAY YOU PLAY AMAZING. KEEP THE FAITH AND KEEP PLAYING AS IT IS TRULEY A GIFT FROM GOD...
JOE ROTELLA <ARPEGGIOJOE (at) AOL.COM>
CRANSTON, RI US - Wednesday, July 06, 2011 at 19:31:42 (EDT)
Ms Aya and Mr PAT --have a wonderful Holiday weekend ------Kirk out-----------
Kirk YANO
Brookyn, NY MartinoVille - Saturday, July 02, 2011 at 07:03:25 (EDT)
Pat: Thanks for decades of inspiration. My first guitar teacher (in the 1950's) had high hopes for me as a jazz player, but the folk, then rock explosion overtook all. I remember the twinge of sadness in his eyes when I asked him for the changes to some Peter Paul and Mary tune. I still cringe at the memory. Many years later, he was retired in Florida and I came to see him. By then I had returned to jazz guitar with a singular passion. We played Stella...I felt the universe rebalanced. Thank yo Pat for everything you play and do.
Bob Calo <robert.calo (at) gmail.com>
Oakland, CA USA - Monday, June 27, 2011 at 18:58:02 (EDT)
Pat's book, Here and Now!: The Autobiography of Pat Martino is available as a pre-order right now at amazon and at cduniverse,...
gw <sneezethief (at) yahoo.com>
cape may, nj - Sunday, June 26, 2011 at 13:55:37 (EDT)
PM----please have a great Gig at Yoshi's and please have a drink at The Fat Lady----------see You and Ms Aya - very soon----your Buddy----Kirk-------------------------------------------
Kirk YANO
Brooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Saturday, June 25, 2011 at 06:56:06 (EDT)
I'm very honored you replied my friend, and I , as a photoshop professional/teacher/website owner find your images awesome.Mac tough;) I will do my best to enjoy that incoming happening.Rock on.
Nicolas <photosnort (at) photosnort.com>
Paris, IDF France - Wednesday, June 22, 2011 at 20:15:33 (EDT)
Hi Pat - This is just a short note to thank you for your performance last night at the Center Stage in Atlanta. Your music continues to be very uplifting and spiritual in nature. Please do not stay away so long again! May God continue to bless you and your family. Sincerely, Ed Acquesta
Ed Acquesta <Eacquesta (at) yahoo.com>
Alpharetta, GA Fulton - Sunday, June 19, 2011 at 09:55:31 (EDT)
Hi Pat, It was wonderful hearing you tonight in Atlanta.Spending a few minutes with you after the show just filled my heart. It doesn't seem like 30 yrs has gone by but I guess that's the nature of time when we're present. I was very happy to get those manuscripts to you.The book that you wrote in has served me well all these years.Thank you for everything Pat, Much Love, Joe palese
Joe Palese <joe.palese (at) yahoo.com>
atlanta, ga usa - Sunday, June 19, 2011 at 00:44:57 (EDT)
Hi Pat, it was great to hear and see you with your trio at the Jazz Showcase. Thanks for playing the way you do. Marco
Marco Villarreal <marcotune (at) gmail.com>
Chicago, Il USA - Friday, June 17, 2011 at 16:37:48 (EDT)
Hi Pat I'm in the middle of writing a thesis on Louis Stewart and I know you've been a big influence on him as he considers you to be the greatest jazz guitarist since Wes Montgomery (in his own words). I'm hoping you could add something to it by answering the following questions: when you first became aware of Louis and your impressions of his music? Do you consider him to have a unique voice on his instrument? Have you ever played together? is there much of an awareness of Louis in the States amongst jazz musicians? anything else you would like to add about Louis? Thanks for taking the time to do this. Many Blessings, Jimmy.
Jimmy Brennan <jbren051 (at) studentmail.dkit.ie>
Dublin, County Dublin Ireland - Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at 09:11:55 (EDT)
Just came off 6 months on the road, finally home, but looking in the mirror, I'd say I'm in desperate need of some rest. At my last show in Portland, Main, this cat came up to me after the show and asked if Pat Martino was one of my influences or if I listened to a lot of your music. I'm a hard rock guitarist but a huge fan of Jazz so this came as somewhat of a surprise to me. I was raised listening to all your stuff, and I've sat for months at a time studying your material. Anyway, I must have been pretty flattered by the compliment because I took this dude for a beer and we sat and talked about your music for about 2 hours. when they finally got me on the tour bus for home, I was fairly drunk but I thought about your music all the way home, and now I'm digging through some of your old stuff. I've got plenty of smokes and coffee, looks like it's going to be an all nighter. What I'm trying to say, amigo, is thanks for instilling the love of Jazz guitar in me when I was just a young kid. I think I sound like you too even though I'm a banger, or maybe I just like to think so.
Erich <ErichX101X (at) gmail.com>
Staten Island, NY US - Monday, June 13, 2011 at 23:26:26 (EDT)
Hello Pat, I just wanted to thank you again for a great show at the JAZZ SHOWCASE in Chicago on Sunday. I was there for the matinee show with my teenage son & daughter. It was such a pleasure talking to you before & after the show & taking the time to give my son some great advice not just about his future in music but life in general. I think you had a real impact on him. He loves music and playing guitar and by me taking him to see a great musician as yourself will only instill in him the dedication it takes to achieve what you have in your lifetime. I remember him telling you that you make playing look so easy and you told him nothing comes easy. Great advice to any teenager no matter what they want to do in life Pat. Hope to see you again next time you are in Chicago. Take Care & God Bless.
Paul Cypranowski <paulcyp (at) comcast.net>
Chicago , Il USA - Monday, June 13, 2011 at 23:17:05 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I realize the fact of your past traumatic event. Do you remember me when I visited you during your recuperation at your home in Philly during the 80's. We go back along time,I met you in Atlantic City when you were working with Willis Jackson. And I was playing with a Singer from Philly named Tony Rey at The Black Orchid It was great you are a MF of a Guitarist both in the past and the present. You are another John Coltrane, my feelings regarding your playing is. No one comes close to your artist values and philosophies on life. I remember all the great visits with your father Micky or Mickeo and your mother Rose. It has been way too long for me to accept the fact that we havent remained in contact since the 80's. I very much would like you to contact me. You can reach me by my Cell at 1 720 - 2733617 Or if you do not want to make public your phone # you can email me your number. I noticed on your Itinerary Links you had used Pat Bianchi on afew dates. When I was living and working in Rochester and Pat came home on weekends he would play piano in the Quartet I was working with. I mentioned to Pat that there wasnt enough work in Rochester and that I would be going back to Denver Co. I was in the house rythym section at a club called The El Chapultepec. I was hired back after a 12 year leave from Denver. I asked Pat if I could get him in the group would he consider a move to Denver. He accepted the rest is history. He progressed musically so quickly it amazed me. He went on to playing B-3 he is now in a great place musically I feel proud that I had a part in his musical career. I do hope I can hear from you. I am still playing drums, I would have to say great, I worked with Conti Condoli, Joe Farrell, Slide Hampton, Billy Pierce. Eric Gunnison piano player who resides here in Denver Co. Eric worked with my Trio for 5 years at Sambuca's Jazz Cafe. Great Pianist!!!!!!!! I will say Arevederchi and I surely hope that I will hear from you again . Giovanni Arcotta
John Arcotta <HITTHEKICK (at) GMAIL.COM>
Denver, Co. Denver County - Saturday, June 11, 2011 at 08:37:36 (EDT)
Dear Mr. Martino, a few days ago I was in Jazz Festival in Lviv (Ukraine), and I was really sad because I don't see and hear you there. And as I know you got to be there with Ron Carter. It really important for me because I grown up as musician with your music. Hope you are well... and to see you one day. Thank you for all your doing! and sorry for my English. Pavel.
Pavel <apdichio (at) hotmail.com>
Poltava, Ukraine - Monday, June 06, 2011 at 10:08:18 (EDT)
Dear Pat : First at all sorry for my english, but when I found this page I only thought I have to thank you for the reall artistic pleasure moments your music produced to me. Your songs "dressed" many journeys from home to my work transporting me to other fantastics worlds , just thank from this far away part of the world . By the way have you been here in argentina ? If not try to make the effort . A very big hug THANKS !!!
Alberto <apdichio (at) hotmail.com>
Buenos Aires, Bs AS Argentina - Friday, June 03, 2011 at 08:02:38 (EDT)
hello,Pat,here is another big fan of yours,i have been learning your style for the past few years,(probably like you did years ago with Wes),I only wish I could see you playing live,I am from Spain and i practice every day(I have been playing for 22 years).My dear fellow,i hope you could help me here:I use humbukers pick ups on a small IBANEZ(hollow body a la george Benson) but i want to change the neck pickup for a gibson one,would you please tell me wich one is best for that fatt vintage tone?.LOVE you man without knowing you,you and West are really my inspiration and motivation;hope to meet you one day,thank you.Raul
raul(el rubio) <rauuul5 (at) yahoo.co.uk>
Valladolid, Spain - Thursday, June 02, 2011 at 04:21:03 (EDT)
Nicolas, that's so nice,... it's possible that you will ... I'll be performing in Paris, at "New Morning" sometime in October of this year. Between now and then take a look thru my Itinerary window, the performance date should be appearing sometime soon. Best wishes my friend!
Pat Martino
USA - Wednesday, June 01, 2011 at 20:32:39 (EDT)
I often play your tunes on my 1946 Broadway-still an amateur after all those years though-ha, lean years I wish I could see you play on tour.Much respect' Cheers from Paris, France
Nicolas <photosnort (at) photosnort.com>
Paris, IDF France - Wednesday, June 01, 2011 at 20:11:19 (EDT)
HI PAT AND AYA, Just dropping in to say hello and hope all is well. Be blessed my friends, much love to both of you !!! Hope to see you soon, Bobby C
BOBBY CORSETTI <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, N.Y. USA - Friday, May 27, 2011 at 20:38:34 (EDT)
Hello- LONG time listener; A huge influence to me as well; any chance of ever playing West Coast Florida? Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater -or- Clearwater Jazz Holiday, in the fall... Thanks in advance!
Bruce Stump <bguitarstump (at) yahoo.com>
Palm Harbor, FL USA - Thursday, May 26, 2011 at 22:33:10 (EDT)
Mr. Martino, I am doing some research about jazz music in Cape May, NJ. I know you have played the town for some time. Do you remember when you first played there? Do you recall any jazz music in that town prior to you first playing? Thanks for your help. If anyone else knows anything about these questions please contact me.
John Dwyer <jwdwyer01 (at) comcast.net>
Linwood, NJ USA - Thursday, May 26, 2011 at 12:51:08 (EDT)
Hello Pat, I may finally get at chance to see you at Yoshi's next month. Thank you so much for the pleasure.
jim vieth <jimvieth (at) att.net>
truckee, ca usa - Monday, May 23, 2011 at 22:21:31 (EDT)
To Mr. Martino Since I have been listen to your music and the way you improvise my guitar solos has improve by 20% better things that has not happen for long time. Thank you very Mr. Martino for the inspiration you gave me with even know me.
Van Fonseca <vanmarla1 (at) iprimus.com.au>
Sydney, NSW Australia - Saturday, May 07, 2011 at 05:35:46 (EDT)
I'm looking forward too, Kirk. Stay well, and safe!
Pat Martino
USA - Friday, May 06, 2011 at 19:53:14 (EDT)
Hey PM-------I hope all is good--been on Croatian Time-----I look forward to a Meeting soon-------------------------------------best to Ms Aya and You-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kirk YANO
Brooklyn, NY Marrtinoville USA - Friday, May 06, 2011 at 17:18:15 (EDT)
Pat, you have truly changed my life, both in terms of the guitar and without. Thank you for sharing your wisdom, and may you live many more happy years!
Bruce from Boston <bruceky2000 (at) yahoo.com>
boston, ma usa - Thursday, April 28, 2011 at 13:10:06 (EDT)
Mr Martino--I hope all is good------
Kirk YANO
crooklyn, ny USA - Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at 19:53:24 (EDT)
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thomas <info (at) awesome-guitars.com>
Detroit, MI USA - Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at 18:29:16 (EDT)
Hi Pat..!! I think I learn many things from you lately.. first, I listen to your playing and am really enjoy it, it's from the album Think Tank.. and then I got your lesson from you Youtube, it's really opened my mind about everything, not just about guitar.. you're one of my best inspiration..! I wish you all the best and God bless you..!!
Biondi Noya <guitar2body (at) yahoo.com>
Jakarta, Indonesia - Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at 13:54:09 (EDT)
Pat, As a guitarist your teachings have been so enlightening and inspiring to me. Thank you so much!
Candace
- Monday, April 25, 2011 at 19:26:33 (EDT)
Hi Pat just dropping you a message to wish you the best. We got together at the Ivanhoe,Jazz Showcase,and Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago in 1977 and compared Koontz Guitars.You were with Bobby Rose at the Old Town School of Folk Music with Ray Tate. Best Wishes.
Rudy Eroncig <rudys1122 (at) yahoo.com>
chicago, IL usa - Monday, April 25, 2011 at 16:35:12 (EDT)
Dear Pat, I continue to have great appreciation for your playing. I first met you in 1976 when you performed at Camden Community College in NJ. At that time, I was learning jazz guitar and was amazed at your playing. You have always been a great inspiration. I lived in NJ for the first 50 years and have lived in CA for the last 7 years. Do you ever perform in Northern California wine country? I hope I can see you perform someday. Best Regards, Charlie
Charlie Tresca <tuscantwin (at) hughes.net>
Ukiah, CA USA - Sunday, April 24, 2011 at 11:00:43 (EDT)
Dear "Big Brother" PAT- The Lessons Section is an appreciated addition to your website. Great teachers not only love their subject, but they love to share that joy with students. As long as I can remember, you have dedicated so much of your time responding to our inquiries, and have provided so much food for thought as it relates to life and the guitar itself. God bless you always. You are a wonderful and selfless individual and, I think I can speak on behalf of most all your students- We are blessed to have you in our life. Hello Aya' Bro-Rik
Rik Jonna <rikjonna (at) yahoo.com>
Bingham Farms , MI Oakland - Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 23:24:24 (EDT)
Pat I first heard you on a tiny cassette player in Viet-nam 1971,been a fan ever since.I am a good friend of a former student from Philly....Michael Sembello and I actually composed a song for him,I called it "Sembello Blue".When he asked what kind of solo i wanted on the track I said PAT MARTINO and he played an amazing solo in your name.I know Mike is in touch with you at times so I will make sure he sends you a copy if he hasn't already.GOD BLESS YOU for all the joy you have brought me and all musicians who have been blessed to have heard you.
Alfredo Rubalcava <al.rubalcava (at) promusic47.org>
Hollywood, CA USA - Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at 18:46:42 (EDT)
Sam, .... I hope we have a chance to embrace the next time I come to California, (possibly some time later this year)it's never too late! For now I send you my warmest regards.
Pat Martino
- Monday, April 18, 2011 at 08:15:06 (EDT)
Pat---when I was in college in '74 I was a Mclaughin freak---however, I became part of an ensemble led by trombonist Ira John Rapson currently the head of the University of Iowa Jazz Dept.---He was a virtual treasure-trove of jazz-lit., including original compositions---I soon found out that the fusion style wasn't working w/ tunes like Green Dolphin, Satin Doll etc. I was a subscriber to Guitar Player Magazine---sometime that fall before Xmas I read a review about an album called 'Pat Martino Live!'---it sounded like just the thing I was seeking---I quickly found the LP and took it home for Xmas vacation---after being blown away by the Great Stream I, at 16 rpm, figured out a fews parts of your solo on Sunny---BAAARRROOMMM!!! I didn't know it but I had discovered what a LINE was---and what swing-8ths were---going back to school in January and rehearsing w/ the group it all fell into place---God bless you eternally for everything you've ever done for me as a player for the last 38 years---I STILL get off on the Great Stream as much as I EVER did almost 40 years later---I only wish I could write in the style of Stone Blue---that and Think Tank completely blow my freakin' mind!!! My only student found Strings! at a garage sale recently---shit--- I thought I had EVERYTHING including the Kloss stuff w/ Chick and Dave Holland---found that one in my 2nd year of college in Santa Barbara---my student and I had the thrill of sitting at your feet at the Catalina Club in Hollywood 2 or 3 years ago---I'd actually scene you before w/ Joyous Lake in '78 at San Diego State---all I can say is you have been a life-long avatar on my spiritual and musical path and will be until I take my last breath---I love you more than words can say- there is no way to express my infinite gratitude for all you've done to thrill and inspire me as a musician and human being---may God bless you w/ every step you take, Sam Goldstein
Sam Goldstein <samg007 (at) sbcglobal.net>
Newport Beach, CA - Friday, April 14, 2011 at 22:49:43 (EDT)
pat, i am so excited that you will come to essen/germany in may together with ron carter. hearing you play and speak is enriching to me musically and spiritually.
Oliver Dunskus <oliverdunskus (at) yahoo.de>
Hilden, Germany - Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at 13:23:15 (EDT)
Dear Pat, Was in Hong Kong last weekend shopping for strings in a music store,went to the book section looking to see if they had any of your books/DVDs to share with my students (I left all of my teaching material back in America , which unfortunately has since been lost). To my great surprise there was your tune "The Visit" in volume 3 of THE REAL BOOK!! Well I've always respected your body of work/music and its my great pleasure to interact with you on occasion, but I must say that to know in real time a "REAL BOOK" Composer/Icon , well that makes it more special....Thanks Pat
william jesset <jessetjazz (at) yahoo.com>
Liuzhou, Guangxi China - Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 22:42:42 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I just wanted to drop by and write a few lines and thank you and your lovely wife for taking the time to have a conversation with me. It was a pleasure meeting you and I wish you all the best in your continued success. God Bless. -Philadelphia,PA ( Chris Andall) Jon's Bar and Grille South St. Time:6pm
Christysen L Andall <christysen.andall (at) sig.com>
Wilmington , De United States - Saturday, April 02, 2011 at 15:52:46 (EDT)
When are you going to be coming back to D.C.? We are anxiously awaiting your return!!
Susan Parnell <Susan.m.parnell (at) altria.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, March 30, 2011 at 21:21:15 (EDT)
Hi Pat, I was lucky enough to see you at Birdland last Saturday (20th March) First show and chatted to you at the bar afterwards with Sharyn my partner.So just a note to say how much I enjoyed the whole evening and what a fantastic guitarist you are and a great band with you too.I do hope I get the opportunity to see you again one day although as I live in Wales I'm a long way away but maybe you may be playing in the U.K sometime, The London Jazz Festival might be a possibility I hope.Best Wishes John Devereux
John Devereux <john_b_devereux (at) msn.com>
Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom - Sunday, March 27, 2011 at 15:27:24 (EDT)
I have just recently come to really appreciate your sound. My instructor gave me the project of learning "I remember Clifford" so I looked up your version. Magnificent!!! I have since purchased "Footprints" and "Timeless" and once I digest those I'll be back for more. This is jazz guitar at it's absolute finest.
Bill Wells <jazzplayer52 (at) AOL.com>
Ponchatoula, LA USA - Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 19:02:40 (EDT)
Hi Pat: I scrolled various jazz guitar pages on the internet and happened to read information about you and your illustrious background. I then logged on to You Tube and when I heard you play, was totally blown away!! I graduated from the Manhattan School of Music, majoring in piano and composition. Many years back, I heard Segovia in concert and immediately got hooked on the guitar. I played jazz piano in clubs here in New York and always had a love for jazz. At this point in time I am retired [ex- high school music teacher] and I'm devoting most of my free time playing electric guitar and devoting my time to studying jazz. I bought many guitar books and hopefully, some day, all the practice will come to fruition and I'll play jazz guitar. Once again Pat, I'm sure you hear this all the time, but I must say that you are positively the most talented jazz guitarist that I have ever heard, barring none!! Respectfully, Joe Starr
Joe Starr <stargazer6 (at) nyc.rr.com>
New York, N.Y. Queens - Monday, March 21, 2011 at 16:56:03 (EDT)
Saw your show Saturday night at Birdland. Terrific set!
Kurt
- Monday, March 21, 2011 at 12:30:29 (EDT)
Hi Pat, It was so great to see you and Aya this week at Birdland. Gabrielle and I had a great time. Just finished a quick chart for Turnpike for the band . What a great tune! More people need to know about the great P.M song book. And I know there's still much more to come! Much love, Bobby C
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, N.Y U.S.A. - Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 11:57:45 (EDT)
Great show at Birdland last night. Your playing was inspiring as always!
Rick Stone <rickstone (at) rickstone.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 08:47:31 (EDT)
Mr Pat Martino Pat And I Want To Thank You So Much For Making His Birthday Last Night At Birdland Special.We Finally Met Face To Face I Still Cant Believe It. We Are Sorry We Had To Leave But Pat Had To Go To Work He Had To Get Up AT 6 We Got Home At 1230. As A Guitar Player Myself You Are Fantastic To Say The Least.A Very Powerfull Player Lightening Speed The Cord compping The Feel The Sound Unbelievable.I Loved Every Minute Of It. Thank You So Much For The Signed Picture And Thank You For Hanging Out With Us Before The Gig And After The Fist Set And For Takeing A Picture With Me A Higpoint In My Life A Night i Will Never Forget. You Love The People You Meet And The People Love You A True And Honerable Gentlemen With Respect For Everyone A Regular Guy With No Ego I Hope We Meet Again.Stay Healthy. Your Friend Tony thejazzman@optonline.net
Anthony j Petrosini <thejazzman (at) optonline.net>
Mt Sinai, ny usa - Thursday, March 17, 2011 at 16:22:16 (EDT)
Thanks for your advice Pat.I remember your advice.Thanks for your latter. You are always my favorite guitarlisst. Thanks for lead this latter.
Kim Hyo-bin <Killbin13 (at) hanmail.net>
Seoul, Korea - Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at 11:23:17 (EDT)
dear mr.pat martino (please excuse my english), since i m 16 years, i heared just only you music, now 30 years, - it opend a new world in my minde. i saw you in london, graz and you signed my gibson pat martino guitar in munich - thank you so much, and we shake hands. you are the greatest jazz guitar musician in this world !! today i allways think about the situation in japan and i hope your friends and relatives are save. pat martino, i thank you so much for your music, for your living and for all you give to me and the menkind. just love
Felix Hartl <felixhartl (at) web.de>
munich, germany - Tuesday, March 15, 2011 at 14:00:17 (EDT)
I was watching a video of you on youtube titled "Episode 30" and I am amazed! You have such a remarkable technique when skipping strings and producing a phrase. I can't even begin to describe or identify your lines. They are like waterfall of notes. Endless passages of melodic texture played with skill that is internationally held in the highest regard.
John Fiocchi <rhodesfiocchi (at) verizon.net>
Woodstown, N.J. U.S.A. - Monday, March 14, 2011 at 17:12:52 (EDT)
John Fiocchi, thank you, ....... I hope I can live up to the magnitude of your complements. For now, I send you all of my appreciation.
Pat Martino
- Sunday, March 13, 2011 at 16:39:40 (EDT)
Thanks Pat, I appreciate; ... all my best wishes,... Pat
Pat Martino
- Sunday, March 13, 2011 at 16:33:50 (EDT)
Dear Pat, I believe I'm right in assuming that your lovely wife, Aya, is from Japan, and I know you play there pretty much annually, so my guess is you also have many friends there. My thoughts go out to you both at this time of tragedy and I sincerely hope that all your loved ones are safe and sound.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Sunday, March 13, 2011 at 15:02:13 (EDT)
Greetings Pat, I have traveled for years and seen a great many guitarists. With an artist such as yourself, there are a great many things to take into consideration regarding your universal expression on guitar. You have a theory about opposites which apply to one's life and opposites in music. You studied with Dennis Sandoli and were exposed to greats like John Coltrane. There is no doubt that the lines you play come from the heart. What I hear in your playing is not in any sense like others. Maybe the slightest traditions of jazz playing but more importantly your gifted expression during improvisation is completely seperate from every guitarist I have ever heard. There is maybe some sort of concept in your mind with opposites and what you feel naturally from the heart as you play. There is something unique about your personal connection with the instrument. I remember playing at a place in Cape May, N.J. back in 83' or 84' and you were around the corner. I remember the reaction of the fusion players all around me when they discovered you were active in music again. They were all scared out of their minds! Everyone had a reason to feel inspired again when you returned. I wish I knew just how your aggressive right hand falls into place during improvisation. From observation, it seems that you have mastered working against gravity with impeccable results. I have also wondered if you sometimes hear notes and phrases that you grew up hearing as a child. You are truly universal.
John Fiocchi <rhodesfiocchi (at) verizon.net>
Woodstown, NJ U.S.A. - Sunday, March 13, 2011 at 01:58:32 (EST)
Hi Pat, I am very excited to learn you are coming back to Atlanta to play the Loft on June 18th. You have been a major influnce for me and I have seen you perform three other times and have always left very motivated. I saw you in the 90's at the Carborro Art Center in North Carolina, attended your workshop at Dreamcatcher guitars in Roswell Ga and attended your concert at Spivy Hall in Georgia. Linear Expressions is part of my daily practice routine and I am currently studying Quantum Guitar. I especially like the spacial pattern exercises. I was wondering if your busy schedule in Atlanta will allow for any private lessons and/or will you be conducting another workshop? The material you provided for the workshop I did attend in Roswell was excellent. Anyway, I'm glad your coming back to Atlanta. Thanks for your contributions to the Jazz art form. Sincerely, Ed Acquesta
Ed Acquesta <Eacquesta (at) yahoo.com>
Alpharetta, Ga 30005 - Wednesday, March 09, 2011 at 15:20:29 (EST)
Dear Kim, you seem very serious! ....... let me get right to the point. Jazz, (as a serious form of art) was, and still is a unique extension of western culture. It does have quite a number of musical elements that demand ones attention, but once they’re learned and absorbed they become second nature to the artist, and the real expression then becomes an extension of how one feels emotionally. These stages of development have a great deal to do with natural rhythms, dynamics, the power of musical conversation with other members of the ensembles, (as well as audiences) but most of all “Improvisation”, and the magic of its spontaneity. There's nothing more effective than to be socially exposed to it, within surroundings where it’s taking place. So, I would advise for you to try and find out if it’s currently happening in your area. I don’t know what’s active at this time, but I do remember performing at the “Blue Note” in Seoul, somewhere around April of 2004. That establishment no longer exists. When least expected, it’s always happening somewhere. I’d suggest for you to maybe even consider enrolling in a music school that teaches serious courses in jazz. Although you’d be studying music, you’d also be interacting with others who share similar interests. Most of all, keep up your pursuit! It will pay off in the long run. For now I send you all my best wishes!
Pat Martino
USA - Sunday, March 06, 2011 at 15:17:15 (EST)
Hi Pat. My name is Hyobin-Kim I'm from Korea South Korea! Don't misunderstand I'm practicing Chord Tone and Arperggio... But I have no idea what to do next I need your Help I really wannt to learn Jazz BUt There is no information about Jazz in South Korea Please Help me... If you have any information about Jazz Please send your little help!! If you have any clue, I wannna listen to your advice thanks to read this latter. I need your help. my e-mail ; killbin13@hanmail.net
Kim Hyo-bin <Killbin13 (at) hanmail.net>
Seoul, Korea - Sunday, March 06, 2011 at 09:13:04 (EST)
Hello, Pat! It sure was great to catch your show at Chris' last weekend. My brother enjoyed the performance as well. As always, you energized the place!! Can't wait to hear you again at Blues Alley on your next trip to DC. Take care, my friend - Best wishes, Laura
Laura Marshall <lgmarshall (at) earthlink.net>
Silver Spring, MD USA - Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at 10:43:47 (EST)
Thank you so much for signing my copy of Baiyina. You were so gracious and humble it was such a pleasure to meet you.
Vicky <ersradar (at) yahoo.com>
Eatontown, NJ USA - Sunday, February 20, 2011 at 13:30:35 (EST)
Fantastic set last night- wish I could have stayed around for the 2nd one! It's always a treat to hear you play, and your drummer and organist were layin' it DOWN! Hope to make the trip north to see another show again sometime.
Dave Reimer <daveandjuliereimer (at) gmail.com>
Marion, VA USA - Sunday, February 20, 2011 at 12:56:35 (EST)
Pat, you were absolutely on fire last night! Thanks for so much joy and inspiration that just keeps growing year after year. Great news about the new CD. All the best, Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Sunday, February 20, 2011 at 09:57:55 (EST)
Pat, you're quite an inspiration beyond just jazz and beyond just guitar. It's an honor to sign your guest book. Would love for you to visit Western New York and your friends at Lockport Music again.
Steve Reese <woyvel (at) yahoo.com>
LeRoy, NY usa - Friday, February 18, 2011 at 15:48:38 (EST)
The March issue of Premier Guitar is out and features an article by Pat Martino!
Dr. LeRoy Henry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad, CA USA - Friday, February 18, 2011 at 11:30:03 (EST)
Hi Mr Martino, My name is Francisco and I am a Spanish born guitarist, although I have now been living in Australia for the majority of my life. I have been playing the guitar since I was 9 years old and now at 31 have decided to take a journey to meet/experience in person all of the people that have shaped my playing and my life to a greater degree. Yourself and Wes Montgomery are two of my most treasured influences so I will be trying to catch you live in the U.S in September and then moving on to Spain to meet a great flamenco guitarist Andres Batista. I send you my best wishes and letting you know that your brilliant music and perspective on life is shaping us as far away as Australia (and I don't know whether there is anywhere much further than here :) ). Hoping to meet you soon. Francisco
Francisco Ferreiro <francisco.ferreiro (at) gmail.com>
Sydney, NSW Australia - Friday, February 18, 2011 at 00:16:03 (EST)
Dear Pat, Looking forward with great anticipation to seeing you again at Chris' Saturday night (we're fortunate to have a table right up front yet again!). I heard that there is a new disc in the works from your performance last fall at Blues Alley in D.C. Hope it's not just a rumor, would love to add it to my collection. Best wishes as always to you and Aya.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Sunday, February 13, 2011 at 15:24:41 (EST)
Hi Pat .... This is Paul. I`m the guitarist who performed at Rudy`s at the end of the night with the singer Mafalda Minnozzi ... sorry for the delay but I`m still taking in the magnitude of that night ..the music, the meetings,the art of builders...and for me, most profoundly...the encounter with YOU! I`m back to Brasil in a few days but will focus on meeting you again in my trips up to NY . Bless you .....Paul
Paul Ricci <paulricci (at) globo.com>
ny, ny usa - Saturday, February 12, 2011 at 12:40:50 (EST)
Dear Sven, .... I thank you my friend, for such an embrace. I send my love to you, and yours.
Pat Martino
U.S.A. - Friday, February 04, 2011 at 06:37:38 (EST)
Pat: I cannot wait to see you in Philly with Organ trio.(Feb 2011)--- My wife and I saw you in UMBRIA ITALY festival in 2008! WOW! The encore was SO VERY MOVING (Send in the Clowns!)we-all four of our group- were in tears!! And to top that, you played through a replacement amp since you had some equipment stolen!! GOD BLESS your continued contribution to the Jazz Continum!! MIke P. (Philly)
Mike P. (Philly) <mikepaschall (at) aol.com>
Hatboro, p 19040 - Thursday, February 03, 2011 at 15:02:54 (EST)
Thank You Pat Martino! For what? For a lifetime of dedication, for a continuing inspiration in my life, for music that reaches me on such a deep level, for being the human being that you are, for being such a "hot" guitar player and an even more intense artist, for making my life more beautiful, for shedding light on my own musical quest.... Once again, thank you very much! I wish you a good, healthy and successful New Year!
Sven Wolff <info (at) wolkai.de>
Sandhausen, Germany - Thursday, February 03, 2011 at 03:59:58 (EST)
Dear Mitch, it's a pleasure to meet. In response to your entry let me say this, I removed excerpts that were taken from "The Nature of Guitar" from my website a while back. All of it will be published in depth sometime in the near future. For the moment I'm sending you two pdf files, (YouSendIt) that contain some valuable information about these concepts. The first one, (written by Jude Gold) originally appeared in Guitar Player Magazine in 2005, and is quite successful in it's conceptual descriptions. The second one is a thesis on those same concepts, written by Dr. Guy Capuzzo, (University of North Carolina) and presented by Music Theory Online, (MTO) in 2006. I hope both of these links produce for you the type of stimulation that we all cherish. Best wishes for now.
Pat Martino
- Tuesday, February 01, 2011 at 14:49:32 (EST)
Hey, Pat... Im 15, and from Australia, and i would like to say that you are my biggest influence in Jazz guitar... I read the Nature of the guitar paper published by the Society for music theory, and didn't really understand it, but i'll get there... I also read a paper publishe by a student of yours, and he mentioned some "matrixes" that you drew out for him, and that they were on the website, but i can't find them... Can you post a link? That would be great... also links to any other theory that you have published woul be great. :) Thankyou for being such an inspiration...
Mitch Anderson <rocka4jesus (at) hotmail.com>
Brisbane, QLD Australia - Tuesday, February 01, 2011 at 02:58:34 (EST)
Hi Pat Just want to say Hi. I first saw you at the old Ivanhoe in Chicago and at the old town school of folk music when you came in with Bobby Rose. We talked about Koontz Guitars back in 1975. You sound as great as ever. Best wishes to you and all the Best.
Rudy Eroncig
- Friday, January 28, 2011 at 19:10:25 (EST)
Hello Pat, Hope all is well on your end...we are doing well here...hoping a seminar is in the works for this year, I know Tom is trying very hard to see that it happens. Nothing but love for you & your lovely wife...thinking of you often. Peace! Darrell
Darrell Lacy <dlacy1 (at) bellsouth.net>
Lake Worth, FL USA - Monday, January 24, 2011 at 13:33:57 (EST)
Dear Tony, I’m surprised we haven’t met, (face to face) as of yet, maybe we will at some point. I’d like that. Just for the record, I’ll be performing at Birdland in March from the 15th, to the 19th, (Tuesday to Saturday). I’ll be sending you, (via: thejazzman (at) optonline.net) some contact information. If you choose, (along with a friend) to come to any of those performances please contact me, I’d be happy to place you on my guest list. You’re precious my friend; an autographed picture will be in the mail shortly. For now I send you my warmest regards, ........... Pat.
Pat Martino
USA - Monday, January 17, 2011 at 08:13:14 (EST)
Hi Pat My I Am 73 Years Old And I Received A Computer From My Children .I Have Seen You On You Tube unbelievable .I Was Introduced To You And Your Music Years Ago By One Of You Students Stanley Wright I Also Play Guitar He Came To My House With The EL Hombre Record That Was The First Time I Heard Of You You Were Only In Your Early Tweenties A Great Cd Since Then I Have Many Records And Cds Of Yours . I Was A Cake Salesnen Working In The Sugar Hill Section Of Harlem I MeT A Gentlemen By The Name Of Al He Knew All The Jazz Musicians He Introduced Me To Ben Riley Gary Bartz Tommy Turrentine He Gave Me Albums Signed To Me From Mccoy Tyner David Fathead Newman & Woody Shaw.I Met Arthur Taylor Up There Steve Turre I Have A Picture Of Him In My Music Room Then I Met George Duviver I Have An Alboum Signed By Him And Many Poast Cards When He Was Traveling .I Have Ralph And Dave Lalamas Pictures And Signed C.D . And I Have A Picture With John Pizzarelli And Many More I Am Spredding The Music JAZZ To Everyone I Meet .I Invite All The Young Kids To My Home And Let Them Listen To All The Great Masters . I Have My Own Jackets And Shirts With Jazzman Written On Them My NY lICENSE Plate Is Jazzman And My E mail Is Jazz Man I Live In Mt Sinai Li Ny They Dont Call Me By My Name Tony The Call Me The Jazzman.It Would Be An Honor And My Pleasure If You Can Send Me A Photograph Signed To Me So I Can Hang It Up In My Music Room. Thank You Tony The Jazzman.Anthony Petrosini 72 Mt Sinai Ave Mt Sinai Ny 11766
Anthony Petrosini <thejazzman (at) optonline.net>
Mt Sinai, ny usa - Monday, January 17, 2011 at 07:38:19 (EST)
Congratulations on the release of the Benedetto Pat Martino guitar! I was honored when you let me carry the prototype for this guitar last year when I took you back to your hotel after the Yoshi's gig.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad, CA USA - Thursday, January 13, 2011 at 10:00:02 (EST)
Pat, I think of you often & still remember all the great times that we had. I hope to catch your show in Philly in February. Wishing you all the best. -Rie
Marie Baldino Buonanno <M_buonanno (at) yahoo.com>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at 23:38:48 (EST)
My family and I wish you and Aya a Happy and Healthy New Year! You know the door is always open. Take care, Love Lea.
Lea Caponigro (Ralph's Wife) <yvonnesalchris (at) hotmail.com>
Phila, PA USA - Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at 21:19:21 (EST)
Hi Pat, It was so lovely to meet you and Aya last night -- I'm hoping to catch your show at Chris' Jazz Cafe next month and wish for you a lovely and safe snow day! Ariel
Ariel Weiss <danceariel (at) verizon.net>
Philadelphia, PA USA - Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at 11:25:03 (EST)
do you think that you will hook up in ireland again
stephen <powderbrady (at) gmail.com>
cavan, ireland - Monday, January 10, 2011 at 06:49:53 (EST)
Dimitris, thank you, I can't wait!
Pat Martino
Philadelphia,, PA U.S.A. - Sunday, January 09, 2011 at 20:20:44 (EST)
Pat keep doing the good job!!! We are expecting you back in Greece.
Dimitris <katramadosdimitris (at) gmail.com>
Mytilene, Greece - Sunday, January 09, 2011 at 16:29:56 (EST)
Happy 2011 Pat . All the best for a great year.
scott <sschnirl (at) neb.rr.com>
lincoln, ne usa - Friday, January 07, 2011 at 11:58:18 (EST)
Hello Pat! I am Lina from Thessaloniki (Masterclass in Noesis).Wish you a lovely, and a happy 2011, with all the goods in it! Greetings from Greece! :-)
Lina <aperito (at) rocketmail.com>
Thessaloniki, Greece - Saturday, January 01, 2011 at 05:27:12 (EST)
Happy New Year to Pat and Aya and may 2011 be even better than 2010!
Mike Fageros <mfageros (at) yahoo.com>
Houston, TX Harris - Friday, December 31, 2010 at 18:35:34 (EST)
Another day- all tasks behind, and as I inch forward in my car I know I must surely be the last in line. Put in some music-please!!! Pat - "Live at Yoshi's". I gaze across the water to the dark grey city and it lies motionless against a plum-tinged sky and all is now still as the guitars' lines dance on this sunset groove. In the blink of an eye, twenty-five miles have passed me by and I am home. Pat -Thanks for the ride
IB
SF Bay, Ca World - Thursday, December 30, 2010 at 21:06:43 (EST)
Dear Ms.Aya-san : Dear Mr.Pat Martino : Merry Christmas and a happy new year to you. I'll waiting for your coming back to Tokyo,JAPAN. All best, Hiroshi Hagihara
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Friday, December 24, 2010 at 21:04:45 (EST)
I wish you and Aya a Merry Christmas and a Healthy Happy New Year! May God Bless you both all year round!! Peace
Mark
- Friday, December 24, 2010 at 09:34:23 (EST)
PM---So sorry to hear about Ms Trudy Pitts------kirk ------------
Kirk YANO
Brooklyn, NY USA - Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at 10:07:23 (EST)
Dear Pat and family - Wishing you a Merry Christmas - enjoy your holiday break and hope to see you again in 2011!!! Best wishes always, Laura
Laura Marshall <lgmarshall (at) earthlink.net>
Silver Spring, MD USA - Monday, December 20, 2010 at 11:24:05 (EST)
Hallo Pat! After having seen your fantastic concert in Bologna (20 november 2010), i'm buying all your beautiful cd. You're so great!!! Best Wishes and Marry Christmas.
Marco Carlotto <mcarlotto (at) alice.it>
Feltre, Belluno Italy - Sunday, December 19, 2010 at 05:06:13 (EST)
Pat, It's just a matter of Rememberance. I listen to your music and your words weekly. It is my gift from you. Here is wishing you health and serenity as we move closer into this holiday season. All the best, one love! Lennox.
Lennox Seales <SAVSYSREC (at) aol.com>
Savannah, GA. Chatham - Thursday, December 16, 2010 at 17:36:34 (EST)
Hey Pat, Iam in awe of your playing,knowledge and dedication to the music.To me its your crispness,accuracy and calculated approach to the changes which makes you my favorite guitar player.With your left hand striking the strings like the hammers on a piano and your right hand off the guard blazing away puts a smile on my face every time.I was just listening to you doing Coletrane"s Impressions and just had to search out a place to thank you, God Bless Don.
don Allocca <mrmusicnotes52 (at) aol.com>
ny, ny - Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 11:36:00 (EST)
Mr Martino could I please interview you for about 30 minutes with regard to a book idea I have?? It is a book in which I talk to musicians about the music THEY like to listen to and about music in general...
Todd Allen <toddallen.todd (at) gmail.com>
Louisville, Ky United States - Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at 11:26:38 (EST)
Dear Pat! Happy Holidays...continue to miss you so much!I listen to my favorite PM Recording "The Maker" all the time.."Yoshiko" is a masterpiece..your solo there is some of the most refined,hauntingly beautiful,lyrical lines I have ever heard! Like my Dad, you are a uniquely gifted Storyteller (of course, you've heard this all before from other people!)I would love to communicate with you again! My EMail is:stevegetz7@gmail.com (914) 573-1988 Cell Love,Steve
Steve Getz <stevegetz7 (at) gmail.com>
Bronxville, NY US - Monday, December 13, 2010 at 10:09:35 (EST)
Mr Martino--it was nice to see you in Brooklyn today-------and YES Everybody---Ian McDonald and Shawn Hill---are Just Wonderful----------PM------See you soon---Best kirk----------------------------------------------------
Kirk YANO
Brooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Thursday, December 09, 2010 at 19:34:17 (EST)
Hey Pat, I saw you live for the first time in 2009 in Toronto and I was awe struck by your jazz dialect. I come from a jazz rock fusion background and I couldn't believe the energy and presence of your music. I have spent some time lifting a couple of your solo's and am glad to say that you have definetely become a part of my own jazz language. Thank you for your inspiration.
Dennes <dsoncin (at) soncin.ca>
Toronto , Ontario Canada - Thursday, December 09, 2010 at 16:49:39 (EST)
We all Love you Pat-and we hope to see you in St.Louis again soon~All Blessings and Best wishes for you -Aya-and the Ian and Shawn~Bless you.
Randy Hetlage <rhetlage (at) sbcglobal.net>
saint Louis, Mo U.S.A. - Monday, December 06, 2010 at 22:22:47 (EST)
Third time to hear Pat at the Bistro in St Louis. Always fantastic. Keep coming back to St Louis! Great trio with Shawn Hill and Ian McDonald.
Jon Topp
Chesterfield, MO USA - Sunday, December 05, 2010 at 10:55:05 (EST)
It was absolute joy to see you again in St. Louis. Keep coming back. Best wishes.
Brian Shutt <rbrianshutt (at) att.net>
St. Louis, MO USA - Saturday, December 04, 2010 at 12:23:37 (EST)
I love Pat Martino guitar phrases. Pat Martino forever!
Thor Grünewald <thorgrunewald (at) gmail.com>
Paarl, RSA - Friday, December 03, 2010 at 06:07:23 (EST)
Mr Pat and Ms Aya--please have safe travel to St Louis-and a Wonderful master Class---------I look forward to a meeting very soon-----with Love --Kirk ---------------------
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Wednesday, December 01, 2010 at 09:31:52 (EST)
Hi Pat and Aya, Just want to wish you all the best this holiday season. Love you and hope to see you soon !! Bobby and Gabrielle
Bobby Corsetti <bcorsetti (at) optonline.net>
Bellport, N.Y. USA - Sunday, November 28, 2010 at 10:10:17 (EST)
PM----Happy Turkey Day--------------Kirk---------
Kirk YANO
Brooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Thursday, November 25, 2010 at 08:47:42 (EST)
Hi Pat big fan. One of the few teenagers out there studying jazz guitar trying to keep it alive keep on playing maybe someday we'll play together thanks.
Doug <dougcaputo (at) gmail.com>
- Thursday, November 25, 2010 at 01:17:39 (EST)
Listening to Don Patterson Holiday Soul. Boy it sure is a shame that one never made it CD. I had to transfer it from vinyl. Happy holidays Pat, give me a call.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad, CA USA - Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at 20:41:23 (EST)
Jurgen--Thank you for The Support of PAT and taking the long drive-[I will offer you a Chair -anywhere/anytime]--it was a great Night-and a Wonderful way to end a Worldwide Tour---Pat Martino is tha MAN--and a friend to ALL Guitar Players in the World----------Best Kirk-----ps a thank you to Doctor H----and Yes Shawn HILL is off the Hook---------- Kirk YANO
Kirk YANO
Brookyn, NY MartinoVille - Wednesday, November 24, 2010 at 09:25:52 (EST)
Hi Pat & Tony. Again it was an awesome show last night at the New Morning. It was worth the 8 hours, 550 miles drive (from Rotterdam to Paris and back). Your new drummer Shawn Hill is real cool! Please say hi & thanks to Kirk from me will ya (for the chair he gave me). Hope to see you again...
Jurgen <jurgengudde (at) gmail.com>
Rotterdam, ZH Netherlands - Tuesday, November 23, 2010 at 07:30:06 (EST)
October 29th Birdland. Art expressed and communicated at its highest level. Pat romanced the strings on his black Benny Deluxe as many hearts in the audience swelled up with joy. The stellar interaction among the quartet was infused with passion and boundless energy. I was lucky to be a witness and a participant. Like seeing the ocean for the first time, or your first romantic kiss, this was truly an "out of body" experience. Thank you Mr. Pat Martino.
Leonard DeLoma <leonard.deloma (at) cms.k12.nc.us>
Charlotte, NC USA - Sunday, November 21, 2010 at 19:07:06 (EST)
i would be rude if i didnt say that ok with pat no more comments the man is ingredible but what about tony monaco the organist and jason brown ; so tony monaco was a delirioum organist and jason brown this young drumer i feel that the drumers yould be unlucky if they didnt have the opportunity to see him play nonstop for 1.5 hour in a diabolic pace.and so young .future is in front of them.question is where they will reach ;;;;
evangelos voulgrakis <boulgarakis-e (at) ath.forthnet.gr>
mytilene, lesvos greece - Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 11:09:03 (EST)
---------Mr Pat fans-----all is good in Europe--the New Drummer Shawn Hill is Killin'----------------------------Kirk out-----ps----------------------------------------The new Black Benedetto sounds fantastico---------------------------------------
Kirk YANO
Bologna , IT Martino in Italy - Friday, November 19, 2010 at 20:04:02 (EST)
hey pat love your playing when will you be commimng to toronto to play that is
paul polisano <ppolisano (at) rogers.com>
toronto, on canada - Friday, November 19, 2010 at 12:24:48 (EST)
Hi Pat, I do not know if you remember me, I worked with you at the Club 13 in Philly, the band was called "The Jazz Bombers", back in 1963. I played drums. We jammed with Charles Earland when he was switching from sax to organ. We worked together for about six months. I lived in South Philly then, I am now in LA area for over 30 years. I am starting to play again. I would really like to meet up with you. Will you be coming to LA in the future, if so please contact me.
Rick Cristi <rickretrac (at) verizon.net>
Thousand Oaks, CA USA - Thursday, November 18, 2010 at 13:05:40 (EST)
Hello Pat! I would love to say a Thank you! for the great masterclass we attent in Noisis in Thessaloniki.! Ouaou such a power!!! Yes music it'a magic and I think you are a great magician!!! I used to play in perfect fourths tuning...it's been more than a year I returned to the classical guitar tuning again... You are wright about the amazing complexity of guitar which allow us to make wonderful connections and to expand our concept in music... Also it was so beautiful you where talking about the opposites in music and life too!... Wish you all the best! Lina :-)
Lina by 'Aperito the band' <aperito (at) rocketmail.com>
Thessaloniki, Greece - Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at 10:59:39 (EST)
dear pat thanks for the performance in thessaloniki.i knew the way you play since iwas 18 years.you were the reason that i gave up playing classical guitar.but if you see its not the same like listening.its perfection at least.in a technical point its the unmistacable playing with fealing from nowdays at for many years the best jazz guitarist in the world.and offcourse a humble and modest man .thanks thanks.next meeting i will come with bike from theisle of lesvos no matter the sea the waves cause i am a master biker and guitarist.what an antithesis .... any way i wish you the best and offcourse to have i well health
voulgarakis evangelos <boulgarakis-e (at) ath.forthnet.gr>
mytilene, lesvos greece - Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at 05:10:38 (EST)
I draw WW2 airplanes to your music...it works beautifully, too. :) You've got a great vibe...best, best wishes to you.
John Mollison <office21 (at) mac.com>
Sioux Falls, SD USA - Tuesday, November 16, 2010 at 16:38:15 (EST)
Pat, I always appreciated your cerebral approach to the guitar. You inspire me as a player. Thank you for offering substance, soul, conviction, and thought in your artistic expression in an age of hollow, superficial fluff. Best Regards, Joe
Joe Ramirez <joeman1492 (at) aol.com>
Chattanooga, TN USA - Monday, November 15, 2010 at 17:48:55 (EST)
Dear Pat, it was amazing to listen and to be able to have a chat with you in person. I promise to arrange the Master Class next time you are in Istanbul. Thank you for the great time and inspiration... Best.
Cenk Soyak <cenk.soyak (at) gmail.com>
Istanbul, TR Turkey - Monday, November 15, 2010 at 16:41:22 (EST)
Dear Pat, you enriched everybody's life today at the masterclass and the concert! All people are asking when you and the band will be back. I promised to them, that this will happen soon. Stay in touch and have a nice and safe continuation of your trip. I have already emailed to Richard the photos with George and the one that Aya will like.
Athanasios G. Konstandopoulos <agk (at) cperi.certh.gr>
Thessaloniki, Greece - Sunday, November 14, 2010 at 20:12:18 (EST)
Dear Pat everything is setup for your masterclass and concert tomorrow Sunday 14/11/2010 and we are waiting for you, Tony and Jason in Thessaloniki. I have emailed Kirk with local arrangements options, so please have a look and let me know what is most convenient for you. Take care!
Athanasios G. Konstandopoulos <agk (at) cperi.certh.gr>
Thessaloniki, Greece - Saturday, November 13, 2010 at 04:58:26 (EST)
I just wanted to post my wish that you and Tony have a great time in Europe. I can't wait for the record to come out. Let me know if you are coming to the west coast.
Dr. LeRoy Henry <leroyhenry (at) email.phoenix.edu>
Carlsbad, CA USA - Thursday, November 11, 2010 at 10:40:28 (EST)
Dear Pat, we are already counting the days. Last time it was Rotterdam & Tilburg. This time we 'only' need to travel 300 miles to The New Morning in Paris to see & hear you again... See you! (p.s. Jesse van Ruller just released his new album 'Chambertones')
Jurgen <jurgengudde (at) gamil.com>
Rotterdam, the Netherlands - Monday, November 08, 2010 at 04:10:33 (EST)
Saw Pat in Chicago at the Jazz Showcase in October, 2010...the most musical excitement I've had in years. And what a gentleman! My wife gave him a standing ovation for a ballad (Lament, by J. J. Johnson) and he blew her a shy kiss. We'll see him whenever he returns.
Steve Kvaal
Chicago, IL United States - Saturday, November 06, 2010 at 22:01:42 (EDT)
Dear Mr.Pat Martino: The Gig last night at Cotton Club was the best. Thank you so much for your wonderful performance! I was very happy and enjoyed it. Do you like cufflinks? The colors and designs are the same as your Beneditto guitar. God bless you and Aya-san! See you soon! All the best,
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Saturday, November 06, 2010 at 20:39:41 (EDT)
Hi Pat. Please come also in Rome in november! A lot of people are waiting for you
federico cauli <federico.cauli (at) fastwebnet.it>
rome, italy - Tuesday, November 02, 2010 at 16:37:29 (EDT)
GREAT Site and Music!!! Thanks
Bill Giles <wfgiles (at) mac.com>
Camarillo, CA United States - Tuesday, November 02, 2010 at 00:26:00 (EDT)
Hi Pat: That was a great concert at Birdland last Wednesday and I love your new Benedetto PM(S) model. I would love to know when it will be available for general purchase. Keep up the great work, All my best, Mike Fageros
mike fageros <mfageros (at) yahoo.com>
Houston, TX USA - Monday, November 01, 2010 at 15:59:17 (EDT)
Dear Mr.Pat Martino : Hi,How are you again! May I ask you a question? When is your latest CD "Live at the Blues Allay" going to release? Me and my friend Mr.Peter Tasker of the economic analyst are looking forward to releaseing it.
Hiroshi Hagihara <hiroshi.hagihara (at) hoyavc.com>
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Saturday, October 30, 2010 at 02:01:52 (EDT)
I just watched the interview you did with Christian McBride,and your thoughtful,heartfelt,answers really inspired me,and renewed my love for your music. I just sent away for the dvd "Unstrung",bought a few of your cds that i haven't really listened to in years,and i am working on your solo on "Just Friends" from the "Hombre" cd.You are one of the most incredible guitar players i have ever heard. I just want to say THANK YOU MR.MARTINO ,THANK YOU!!!
Bradly Hubal <harphubal (at) yahoo.com>
Chicago, ILLINOIS united states - Friday, October 29, 2010 at 13:47:44 (EDT)
Dear Hiro-san, it’s wonderful to hear from you. Yes it has been a long time, and I'll be looking forward to embracing once again. You can be of help by posting your current email address, here in the guest book, (which then can be used to contact you when both me, and Ayako-san arrive. I’ll wait to hear from you again. Until then I send you my warmest regards.
Pat Martino
New York City, NY - Thursday, October 28, 2010 at 10:27:02 (EDT)
Dear Mr. Pat Martino ： Hi Pat! Long time no see. This is Hiroshi Hagihara. How are you? I’m looking forward to meeting you at the Cotton Club of November! I’m going to go to listen to the second stage of 3rd and 6th. I want to listen to "El Hombre", so I’ll request this tune. By the way, I went to Ho Chi Minh for the late summer vacation from September 13. Local jazz club "Saxnart"： In the entrance, Pat and Tran Manh Tuan’s photograph was displayed. He is the musician and the owner of this Club. It seems you have come two or three years ago? Mr. Tran can play a guitar ,alto & tenor sax, a flute and sing a song. I was surprised there’s such a splendid jazzman in Vietnam! Then I look forward to a reencounter of November. If you have a spare time, and your physical condition is good enough, let’s have a drink together! Please call me when you arrive at the Hotel (Okura?). Best Regards, Hiroshi Hagihara.
Hiroshi Hagihara
Suginami ward, Tokyo JAPAN - Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 20:28:47 (EDT)
PM-------you were Killin' last night---------kirk out-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kirk YANO
Brooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 10:06:31 (EDT)
What can I say? Another magical night Saturday at Chris'. Having enjoyed your music and playing for the last 38 years, there is the joy and comfort of the familiar phrases and lines, yet always coupled with fresh surprises, never letting the level of excitement wane. Have a great tour and we hope to see you again in Wilmington at The Grand, or maybe the refurbished Queen Theater. Warmest regards, Pat.
Pat Lanigan <patl507 (at) msn.com>
Hockessin, DE USA - Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 13:49:45 (EDT)
PM friends------can You say-----Pat Martino in NYC????--Birdland--Tonight-thru -------Saturday-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Please---Check out his New Benedetto Guitar-------Peace Out----Kirk----
Kirk YANO
Brookyn , NY MartinoVille - Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 09:53:11 (EDT)
Hey Pat, I'm a high schooler in Rochester NY and a huge fan of your playing. your a huge influence of mine as a guitarist and musician in general. thanks for all the music over your career. best regards!
Ian <IanM-07 (at) rochester.rr.com>
Rochester, NY United States - Saturday, October 23, 2010 at 22:47:43 (EDT)
What a great picture of Charlie Parker gazing forward over your shoulder! This picture makes perfect sense to me!
Sid Gasner <sid.c.gasner (at) ceridian.com>
Mpls, MN US - Friday, October 22, 2010 at 13:00:02 (EDT)
Hi Pat,You and Gil Goldstein have become deadringers!!! Really you have. I am listening to the great album of primarily ballads he did with Boz Scaggs which features the great Mike Mainieri. "Speak Low". It is a beautiful album as you probably have heard Pat. But you and Gil, Good Lord! You do look like brothers. I hope you are well Pat. From your appreciative music loves Ged and his daughter Gemma from Liverpool England. P.S Come back to Ronnies or wherever soon. We do appreciate your marvellous love for the music and your insatiable chops that just have to grow. Say hello if you can to Gemma who is 22 years old and who dearly appreciates what you do in forwarding improvisation to a new level. You are who you are Pat and that must be a great weight at times. The burden of creativity and gift you have has got to weigh heavily! But as in your foreword in the album "The Maker", you are gifted in a sea of love. Just keep it coming Pat as long as you are able. Oh and say hello to Gemma if you can coz she thinks you are the Man!!!! Love from Ged and Gemma
ged feerick <ged (at) gemmalou.karoo.co.uk>
liverpool, england - Monday, October 18, 2010 at 20:13:25 (EDT)
Hi, I enjoyed the piece in this morning's Philadelphia Inquirer in which you were featured as part of an article on the advancements in studies of the brain.I'm sure people could find it online if they are interested in the complete contents of the article. That said: is there a possibility that your great "Nature of the Guitar" study," once offered here on this website, will again be available. I know you had said the study was going to be published ,and that's why it was taken down. I would really like to revisit the study, and never did print it out. Maybe it is available for purchase.? I'm not sure,sorry. I hope to hear you in person this weekend at Cris'. Thanks as always for everything that you do.
Joe <ruizrulz (at) hotmail.com>
Philadelphia, pa usa - Monday, October 18, 2010 at 13:00:46 (EDT)
Pat is one of my favourite Guitar players -Beautiful tone and expression!
Maurizio Miele <MaurizioMiele (at) aol.com>
HUDDERSFIELD , WEST YORKSHIRE ENGLAND - Monday, October 18, 2010 at 09:50:42 (EDT)
Hello! I would just like to mention that your influence has inspired me in my Senior Research Project. I am studying music perception involving microtones and musical systems based on symbolic numbers and shapes. Thank you so much for the inspiration. -Prawit
Prawit Siriwat <prawit.siriwat (at) gmail.com>
Edgewood, MD United States of America - Monday, October 11, 2010 at 21:41:03 (EDT)
Hi Pat - was sorry to hear, but understand completely, that you will not be able to attend our Dennis Sandole Tribute Evening at Roulette in NYC on November 30th. In lieu of this, I was wondering if you would consider jotting down a couple of sentences that I could read to the audience the night of the performance. Could be a quick anecdote or just your thoughts on the man. Thanks much for your time and for your artistry. best, David F
David First <d1st_nklrs (at) yahoo.com>
Brooklyn, NY United States - Friday, October 01, 2010 at 13:46:31 (EDT)
PM---Ms Ayako-------Yesterday-[Sunday]--was Perfect--------see you in NYC at Birdland--then we are off to TOKYO-----Kirk out-------------
Kirk YANO
Brooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Monday, September 27, 2010 at 07:51:10 (EDT)
Yo Pat ! Just checking in Pat.I was really hopeing to see you tour south Fla. Do you realize its been over 20 years since we met.You remain a very special person in my life,keep kicking it! Maybe ,I'll catch you at Birdland this winter.Respect and Love,Chuck Mallon
Chuck Mallon <mal1611 (at) aol.com>
west palm beach, fla palm beach - Wednesday, September 22, 2010 at 07:10:43 (EDT)
PM --Ms Ayako---I will see you on Sunday afternoon-------Kirk out----------------
Kirk YANO
Brooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at 08:18:52 (EDT)
I studied guitar under one of Dennis Sandoli's students during the 60s in Philadelphia. I heard stories about Pat Martino and how lightening fast he was. Even back then. It's amazing how good this dude is now. Guitarists know very well. A monumental accomplishment in Pat's life was to recover from a brain anuerysm and learn to play the guitar anew. I take my hat off to you, Pat. I never became a professional guitarist. Not in the true sense of the idea, although music stays in my head 24/7. I became an oral surgeon. A fingers thing. :-)
Dr. Don Harris <dhsankofa (at) earthlink.net>
Los Angeles, CA USA - Monday, September 20, 2010 at 17:58:41 (EDT)
Hello Pat, You are amazing. Your ability & dedication to become a master on guitar not once, but TWICE is simply inspiring. Please come to the Dakota Jazz Club in Minneapolis: www.dakotacooks.com/. I just saw Bill Frisell there a couple months ago. Seeing you would top it - please stop by so we can see one of the greats live in person! Take care! Jason
Jason <jdhelgeson (at) yahoo.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA - Saturday, September 18, 2010 at 01:33:03 (EDT)
Pat, Please come to New Orleans and play for us jazz lovers.
Felix Cozzi <glenn (at) coopsplace.net>
New Orleans, La. USA - Friday, September 17, 2010 at 22:57:10 (EDT)
Dear Pat, I have a dream: to see your concert in my country, Brazil. I love your music a lot. In fact, I can not explain the multi feelings I feel when I hear it. I really hope my dream come true!!! My best wishes, your fan, Rogerio.
Rogerio Cesar de Souza <rogerrcs (at) uol.com.br>
Sao Paulo, SP Brazil - Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 16:31:19 (EDT)
You were killin' -Monday night------kirk out---------
Kirk YANO
NYC, NY MartinoVille - Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 07:05:12 (EDT)
John, thanks for the reminder, .... yes, it was! All my best wishes.
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 10:39:12 (EDT)
Hi, was that Newport photo from the concert called GUITAR EXPLOSION at the Newport Jazz Festival in 1973!? I think it featured many prominent guitarists of the day, including Tal Farlow.
john <beerpressure (at) aol.com>
phila, pa usa - Monday, September 13, 2010 at 18:18:06 (EDT)
The 12 string is actually a Univox guitar and was strung as an 8 string. E,B,G in unison and D,A,E singles MK
MK
- Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 16:00:49 (EDT)
PM---see you in NYC tomorrow----
Kirk YANO
Crooklyn, NY MartinoVille - Sunday, September 12, 2010 at 11:52:13 (EDT)
Dear Pat: I've been trying to learn from your playing since the 80's in Brasil.This year in January I found some of your discoverings in a Guitar Player magazine.I hope I have the talent to assimilate your lessons and wish you keep on sharing your wisdom with all of us,and keep on playing such wonderful music !!!THANK YOU
bismark vega <bismarkvega (at) hotmail.com>
Miami, FL - Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 10:18:07 (EDT)
Hi Pat!! I love the new picture of you and the 12 string. Is it a Gibson or is it the same one that you did the Desperado CD with? All my best, Mike
Mike Fageros <mfageros (at) yahoo.com>
Houston, TX USA - Thursday, September 09, 2010 at 04:40:32 (EDT)
Thanks so much Pat. Ged and Gemma. Keep healthy and continue your growth. Wes would not be offended when I say you have carried the baton and taken it to a new level beyond even his wildest dreams! Ged Feerick and your new fan. my daughter Gemma who was totally blown away by you, Tony and Louis at Ronnies in April last year. Ged Feerick Liverpool, England.
ged feerick <ged (at) gemmalou.karoo.co.uk>
- Wednesday, September 08, 2010 at 16:31:20 (EDT)
Dear Ged, and Gemma, let me begin by sending you both my warmest regards. Thank you for such a lovely entry in my Guest Book. I agree, everything about Wes is delightful. As to my condition, everything's wonderful. I'm beginning to prepare for another Euro-Tour. Unfortunately, "Ronnie Scott's" isn't on the agenda as of yet. I'm sure that I'll be returning to London eventually, and when that takes place it will most likely appear in the Itinerary window of this website. I hope it comes about that I can once again enjoy the pleasure of seeing you both. Until then I send you both all of my best wishes!
Pat Martino
USA - Tuesday, September 07, 2010 at 19:51:46 (EDT)
Pat, wish you were coming back to Ronnie Scotts. Just listening to your idol Wes playing Cariba on Full House circa 1962. Isnt his solo just amazing? How he tuned into Wynton Kelly and followed Johnny Griffin. I am a true afficionado of guitar but know only 3 chords or so. But is this the greatest solo or what? Hope you are well Pat. I thank you for taking time out last time at Ronnies to allow my daughter to take photos of you and I. You are a good guy and impressed me so much with the time you took with us (apart from your dynamic performance with tony m and Louis Tsamous. Say hello to my daughter Gemma and I by this email if you can Pat. Thanks for the music. Ged Feerick Liverpool.
ged feerick <ged (at) gemmalou.karoo.co.uk>
- Tuesday, September 07, 2010 at 19:09:16 (EDT)
Dear Pat, I have a son studying jazz guitar performance at UArts. He has a birthday coming up and I would love to give him a private lesson with you. Do you book private lessons? We both really love your music. Thank you! Russ
Russ Johnson <russ824 (at) optimum.net>
Montville, NJ USA - Tuesday, September 07, 2010 at 17:34:16 (EDT)
Hey Pat. I'm a rock guitarist, but a huge fan of jazz music. Just coming off the road, lost a lot of weight, It's 2 AM, I'm just sitting here in my studio, dog tired, smoking too many cigarettes, too much coffee. No, it's just that I'm frustrated as hell trying to get these multiple substitutions to sound worth a bean, or at least like they're flowing. Sometimes I wonder if I have even a discernible smidgen of talent. Sorry about the morose, comedown post. Love ya'. Erich
Erich <erichtorres (at) aol.com>
Brooklyn , NY United States - Thursday, September 02, 2010 at 00:58:49 (EDT)
Hi Pat, Firstly, I see you've had a birthday recently, Mary and I and all our family send you our love and best wishes; may you have many, many more & filled with good health, joy and love. Secondly, I notice a new photo of you on your web site holding what seems to be a Benedetto, Pat Martino model, is that the same one you played for Mary and I or is it the new one you were speaking to us about that Benedetto was re designing for you? Finally, I enjoyed reading your answer regarding "Prelude", it is one of my favourite pieces and I often play it for my students to show them how versatile and great you are. I have always believed that the entire piece was performed using a pick and your amazing attack makes easy for me to believe that it was all done with downstrokes; great for you to share this with us. Think of you and speak of you every day. Tony Calabro'
Tony Calabro' <calabroguitar (at) vic.australis.com.au>
Morwell, victoria Australia - Wednesday, September 01, 2010 at 23:24:17 (EDT)

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