Howard Morgen: Still Crazy After All These Years

[taxisteve929]

Just beautiful. I hear some "shredders" play, and always plead with them. I say "God has given you the tools. Please use emotion. The guitar is a voice, and although speed-talkers are impressive and can earn money as auctioneers, there is no heart and soul in it. Play the way you would want to hear someone sing". Thank you for teaching this art.

[PapeModa]

When I pass over and go through the tunnel of light, I want to hear this piece play in my head. Thanks Man, two of my students have agreed to let me teach them through Finger board breakthrough. I'm off to purchase it now. Peace. Pape'

[1954tele]

Thanks for sharing your talent. You remind me so much of my father, who passed so long ago. A Jazz Guitarist from the age 4, and like yourself was such an inspiration to me. Emotion is one of life's little ironie's, proof that God has a sense of humor (with respect to the big man). You like something, it then gives you pleasure. If you like something so much that you love it then the pleasure turns to tears, runny nose, etc. Please know how much your gift means to us.

[apple123pie456]

Sir ,

If you do not mind . What key did you use in playing this beautiful piece which is well associated with your name .

Thanks

[iamahumbleman]

howard i have one of your books with cd on gerswhin arrangements pure joy - hard arrangements!!!! love the cd real proper fingerstyle legend

[jherr5150]

That was amazing, very inspiring to all of us aspiring fingerstyle guitar players out there. Thank you!

[cm0220ster]

For those not in the know and because you have to pick it up in bits and pieces here on youtube, Howard has a history of being a well respected jazz educator and has had several columns in Guitar Player and other magazines. His Fingerboard Breakthrough lessons are a real eye opener for the intermediate/advanced student. Not to mention his breathtaking fingerstyle arrangements here on YouTube. Thank you sir for your contributions to the music world.

[KidRocks]

Mr. Howard Morgen, I just paid twice the original cost on Amazon to buy your book "Paul Simon For Fingerstyle Jazz Guitar". Thank you for your efforts and gift for making this video.

[646879]

wonderful arrangement and playing....you took me to school on this one...

[Korsaro1]

Hi Howard your sound and your arrangements will give me much joy and stimulate me to play my guitar more accurately :)

[howardmorgen]

@KoThanks for the kind words, By the way The next edition ,coming out in a few days is a cover story on me and fearures in addition to a video and audio performance of Etill crazy, some comments from

Paul Stmon and the entire arrangement in standard notstion and tab of Still Crazy, Howard

[howardmorgen]

@hP.S. I forgot to men tion the magazine is FINGERSTYLowardmorgen

[646879]

@howardmorgen I ordered the fingerstyle issue ....long ago and tried to follow up by email....no response....never received the issue .....How do I get a response from these guys??????

[iamcptpete]

Howard - I started plunking my guitar again a yr or so ago at 55. What would you recommend for beginners - even older beginners. Thanks for playing!

[Korsaro1]

Meraviglioso, thanks

[MusicEd1]

Hey Mr. Morgen, I cannot get over your incredible creativity sense and man can you groove those hip voicings. Oh and let's not forget about your smart use of open strings. You've opened my eyes to so many possibilites on the guitar, that I can't wait to pick it up each day.

For anyone who really wants to develop their chops on a serious level, run don't walk and buy anything and everything that Mr. Morgen has written and recorded. You'll swing and you'll rock. Know your harmony. Peace.

[howardmorgen]

Thank you so much for your enthusiastic comments about my work and my material. It's really heart warming to know that one's work has an influence on those who are themselves influencing others. I've read your bio and am very impressed with it as well as your choices and favorites on your excellent channel.

Best regards,

Howard

[carvetop01]

Howard,

Very nice colors in your harmony. I think I might steal a few of your chord voicings.

Do you plan to record any tunes with your Foster Prodigy Elite? I have been coveting one of those instruments.

Cheers,

allen

[howardmorgen]

Allen, All the vidios

ive posted are from my three latest projects , through Chord Melody and Beyond ,Fingerboard breakthrough and September ong.. All featuring a six string for instruction purposes, In the process I literally fell in love with my Eastman 905 Arch Top If I get to do future projects I will certainly feature all my Foster Seven string children, Best, Howard

[KidRocks]

Bravo! Beautiful and more enchanting each time I listen. Wonderful arrangement. Thank you again.

[howardmorgen]

Thank you very much for your comment. I'm very glad you enjoyed it.

Howard

[howardmorgen]

Thank you for your comments and your interest. The book is designed to be approached either way. First five chapters overview of approaches for solo guitar. The rmaining chapters outline thought processes and theory for creating arrangemebnts. Any chpter that interest you can be approached at any time. I've seen your excellent playing choose any you wish but the arrangements are for instruction that is their main purpose. FB due in Nov.

Howard.

[gtrrobster]

Hi Howard,

Just finally picked up your Thru CM and Beyond book/CD and it is excellent!

Thanks for making it available to us.

A quick question...

Do you rec starting at page one, and learning the tunes in order, or would it be a mistake t jump about, learning what ever arrangement catches our ear?

The book seems to build upon itself, so I am leaning towards page one and up.

Also...looking forward to the TF cd rom set.

Any idea on the release date?

Thanks!

Rob in Asheville

[Dougkeil]

Sir, that was absolutely masterful. Thank you.

[howardmorgen]

If you keep playing, you will exceed your own expectations. Keep up the good work and thanks for the comment.

Howard

[howardmorgen]

Thank you for your very generous comment. You've made my day.

Howard

[mmcdonough99]

Howard - this is a joy to listen to, and such a great resource for guitarists all over the world to have on the net. Bravo Maestro!

[danoRabs]

Your amazing Howard. I hope to keep playing and one day be 1/4 as good as you! Keep it up.

[EchosOfAges]

amazing.

[howardmorgen]

I'm not a rep. I just love my Eastman 905 which sounds particularly well when outfitted with Tomastik-enfeld bebop series strings (set of 14s)

Best regards, Howard Morgen

[Tototwice]

Great sounding guitar.Are you a rep or connected to the EASTMAN guitar co.? What is your opinion of the guitar and ballpark price?.........DALLAS

[howardmorgen]

Thanks for the kind words. I was very happy to do the arrangement for Paul and of course it was always a pleasure working with him.

Best regards, Howard

[mrfleef]

Brought a tear to my eye it was so good! Thank you! Paul was lucky to be your student!

[dje1962]

thank you so much great piece

[howardmorgen]

Thanks for the comment. Paul Simon is a friend of mine and I'm happy to say I get the most hits on his song.

Best regards, Howard

[alt1962]

smooth . . .

[howardmorgen]

Thanks for the smooth comment.

Best regards, Howard

[howardmorgen]

Glad you like it. Thankls for the comment.

Howard

[Alan62651]

It don't mean a thing, if it don't have that swing.

Su-weet!

[fearfultom]

Howard: Thanks for all the instruction you have given the world. You have inspired me very much over the years. Your books are just great and have taught me so much. Thanks ;-)

[howardmorgen]

Thank you for those lovely words. It's so good to know that one's work inspires people and makes a difference in their lives. Your generous expression means a great deal to me.

Howard

[dentaluc]

very awesome man where can i find the tab please???

[aubreycassells]

FUCKING BEAUTIFUL, man! Put a permanent smile on my face!!!

[howardmorgen]

Thanks and keep smiling.

Howard

[taltool]

beautiful arrangement and beautifuly performed.

was it made by you ?

would you consider sharing it?

[howardmorgen]

Thanks for the comment. It was a lot of fun doing this one.

Howard

[tubulartimes]

Fantastic...

[howardmorgen]

Thank you. Your comment means a lot to me. Howard Morgen

[pretttykitty23]

I have been associated with music and a number of musicians over 65 years. I honor your well conceived and structured performance of standards and contemporary I like the use of chording voices into your rendition of Amazing Grace, I also find your use of black and white photography appealing in your presentation of Monk's, or as we called him Melodious Thunk, 'round midnight well thought out. I was researching the song when I came upon your version and am now a subscriber. Nicely done

[bwayneo9]

WOW !!! That was AMAZING !!! I could listen to you play for hours and not get board. You Sir are an inspiration ! Please keep posting some more music.

[howardmorgen]

Thank you and your comments are an inspiration to me. Howard

[howardmorgen]

Tim, My Easstman (made in China) and I thank you so much for your kind comments. They mean a great deal to us.

Happy Holidays, Howard Morgen

[56panhead]

Awesome playing Howard on a very technically tough tune,...you nailed it! Loaded with those sweet jazzy chords I only wish I could hit. That Eastman sounds great too,...I recently bought an Eastman mandolin,...for a Japanese company they make great handmade instruments,.....keep em' coming Howard,...have a Merry one,...Tim, Hurricane Alley(FL)

[lailaba]

I liked it very much , add it to my top favorites. excellent.

[howardmorgen]

Thank you so much for your comment. It means a great deal to me.

Happy Holidays, Howard Morgen

[sandyshalk]

Wow! This is a beautiful, souful arrangement--great changes! This makes my day! Thank you Howard.

Sandy Shalk

[howardmorgen]

Sandy, Now you made my day. Thank you so much for your comment. It means a great deal to me.

Happy Holidays, Howard Morgen

[ashiata]

Beautiful arrangement and voicings.

[howardmorgen]

Thank you so much for your kind comment. It means a great deal to me to know my work is well received.

Happy Holidays, Howard Morgen