In memory of John King

[mccamster]

I'd like to think our paths crossed in Honolulu or Norfolk and dream that some of his artistry rubbed off on me. Aloha, John. I know you're inspiring angels everywhere.

[GrannyTenderstone]

What a gifted musician, rest in peace.

[foxykonrad]

What song was he playing? I'm trying to learn it.

This guys was amazing. It's a shame I found him so late.

[macintoshiya]

I knew his great performance and also his passing on YouTube now. I'm in sad.

[fiedel]

What a mighty uke man. Goodby Mr. King.

[appletreemusic1]

thanks so much for posting this! we lost him way too young!!!

[JKstudiosINC]

omg!!!! I have the exact same name!!!

[jazzmunky]

RIP

[SR0Penne0Brillo]

what's the first song he plays in this video?

[rawiriblundell]

It's pua lililehua. This has been tabbed on the ukuleleunderground forums too

[deadwoodmountain]

Unbelievable....he was my classical guitar instructor when I attended Eckerd College in the 1980's. He decided to move our sessions to his house because it was so close to the college anyway, and I remember him talking about Hawaii and his love for Hawaiian culture.......he even made me pick out a Hawaiian shirt as a gift from his vast collection. Great guy.....R.I.P.

[heoTheo]

It can't be true.. :S when did he pass away? :S

[ukulelerox]

RIP John King.

[ROBwithaB]

Haunting.

[whozisdis]

"and the birds liked it, too"--and now, I suspect, the angels.

[willythewave]

Thank you sseso.

[irvingjohn]

RIP.

[wmorrison13]

he lived in love...

[ukuleletim]

Thanks for posting this. Still having trouble accepting it.

[malfattimusic]

that was GREAT!!

[ukeshale]

rest in peace

[satyt68]

Farewell John...

What Song is he playing in this Video?

[netwitted]

What a delightful player, teacher and human being. And how he could reach our hearts with his achingly beautiful renditions like the one just heard. " Achingly beautiful", that's his phrase. It tells me how deeply he felt the music and how much joy it brought to him. And through him, to us. Earl Ledden

[seeso]

It is with a heavy heart that I say goodbye. Rest in peace, Mr. King.

[ukeladymusic]

Thanks for posting this. John will be missed but remembered well!

[markocchionero]

thank you, this is a very sad day....

[Soozeborg]

Thanks Tony. A sad loss indeed.

[ukebum]

John was the premiere scholar of the 'ukulele. He contributed to my exhibition Evolution of the Ukulele with his knowledge, loans to the show, and came and performed, and thrilled and amazed everyone so much. But we'll remember him best practicing on our deck overlooking the SF Bay, and the birds did, indeed, sing along. Aloha nui, John, long my your song be sung - Haina iâ mai ana ka puana - hana hou - Haina iâ mai ana ka puana

[pieho]

Rest in peace, Mr King.

[donpeyton]

A beautiful piece,befitting a beautiful man.Thank you Tony

[mcep]

Fare well Mr. King.

[victoriavox]

thanks Tony and Margie for posting this tribute to John. He'll always be remembered.

[COOLHANDUKE]

Tony and Margie, A very beautiful tribute to a very beautiful person. Thank you.

[ukemaker]

Thanks so much Tony. The depth of my sadness is only tempered by the many joys he provided through his music and his personality.

[paulmooreil]

RIP From all of us at Ukuleles For Peace , who John Supported he will be sadly missed . I met him on several occasions at Uke Expos. May he be remebered for his wonderful Music. Paul Moore UFP>

[lee4149]

Thank you for this tribute video.

We'll all remember John the best as always.

[NYUKULELE]

Farewell, John. Thanks, Tony.

[boskohoney]

We feel privileged to have met John, and our profound sadness is tempered only by the knowledge that the wonderful body of work he created will continue to delight, inspire and educate.

Thank you for this tribute.