I'm sure a lot of people know this about those
songs in the real book. It is interesting to note how they are called
exercises in the real book & you can tell how he used different concepts
dealing with scales, arpeggios to get his point across and yet keep it
melodic such as Missouri Uncompromised. The other amazing thing was how GREAT
he played at such a young age. To me Pat Metheny is my Favorite Living Jazz
Guitarist. A true Improviser & Master of the instrument. I've been following
Pat since He started out with Gary Burton "Dream So Real." Hearing Him now He
has grown so much, and keeps reaching for Newer Heights. He is such an
Inspiration. His vocabulary is on such a high level. He is one of the true
Greats! He set a precedent for others to follow. And keeps treading New
Ground. If you haven't heard it yet (which I'm sure you have) His Playing on
"Beyond Missouri Sky" With Charlie Haden Is some of the most perfect guitar
playing I've ever heard. Very reminiscent of how Wes would always seem to
play the most perfect solo ("How Insensitive, Lucky So and So, Misty). Well,
Pat is doing it Today. "Unity Village" and "Bright Size Life" True Standards
from his Bright Size Life CD. This guitar e-mail group is a really beautiful
thing, keep spreading the Spirit.
Peace,
Teddy
