crazy to think it's 30 years on from this, and even longer from the first Pat & Lyle I ever heard (American Garage), that era is gone unfortunately, but will never be forgotten for those of us who know it, this music is a blessing, a sacrament of a kind, a touchstone and a mirror of our lives
I'm a classical musician but have been devoted to jazz fusion since the late 70's when I first heard it and Pat Metheny was my first introduction to it. From that point on, the ongoing love affair I've had with his and their music together has spurred me on to see them live in concert numerous times here in Toronto since. I've had this clip stored in my browser for years and every time I watch it I get the same chills I've always had. The climactic build of this incredible piece of music right up until the end, when I feel like I'm falling off a cliff and utterly breathless, is pure Metheny magic. Those dancing parrots at the beginning - in time - are just the best! This video is the finest example of their very special group dynamic. Situated far away from each other, yet as tuned in with each other as they could ever be. Each and every musician here, eyes closed, has an otherworldly investment in what they're doing. It's always phenomenal to see Lyle with his magical fingers playing here again. RIP, what a loss. We have Lyle's supreme talent forever in our hearts.
I dont mind repeating this piece a thousand times.Eleasion,some of the scooting are common to the red indians which are spiritual in nature.The piano is time suspension,the off beat clapping is sooo ecstatic .
Lyle and I share a Bluegold past and this reminds me of my days in Eau Claire and actually meeting his cousin. Such a powerful sound and experience. These guys were amazing together and I miss Lyle
I’m almost 63 now and I remember hearing the day I fell in love with Pat and Lyle in the 70’s. San Lorenzo transformed me and moves me to joyful and settled places unknown and still does as this song. This song is also one of my all time favorite pieces of music. How does he/they do this? I’ve been a pro musician for decades. This is so healing and transforming and on another level. Thank you Pat & Lyle for helping shape and maintain my heart! RIP Lyle. I miss you everyday.
San Lorenzo and this one are my favorite pieces of theirs. Particularly the live version in Berlin 1978 for San Lorenzo. The piano solo in that utterly brilliant! I've never heard its equal!
Back in the 70s Lyle Mays was in the One O Clock Lab Band at No.Texas State University. They put out several albums over that period of which Mr.Mays wrote and arranged a number of the compositions. They are phenominal pieces that are unfortunately hard to find now days, unless im looking in the wrong places
PMG has been with me for decades now, and this is really one of their greatest performances, a truly masterpiece. Thank you for this great gift to humanity
Thank you Mr May's for all of the musical journeys you took my on during your solos There was none like it and I doubt that there will be none like there ever again. The pat Matheny group is unmatched in every way Thanks again. From the bottom of my heart You are sorely missed.
Étant fan de Pat et connaissant pratiquement 3/4 de sa discographie suis allé a son concert pte Maillot je trouve que cet album est le meilleur de tous
😮😍 Wouaw Lile Mays 😍 quelle composition lumineuse et Pat à la guitare sèche 😍 c est juste grandiose...Il n y a même assez de mots pour définir cette vibration harmonique 🙂 Incroyablement bon ils sont❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ 👍🙏
I listen to unusual music in my classroom while the students are coming in and I always get the question , MR. Why do you listen to this stuff? MY ANSWER IS BECAUSE IT'S complex and interesting. As proof I play the intro to this song and ask, "What do you hear?" answer clapping. I ask is the clapping pattern complex or simple? The students always say simple, so I respond I will play the intro 3 more times and if anyone can keep the beat on the 4th time I will give them $100. I''ve never had to pay, but my real love of this song is LYle on keyboard. Been following him and PAT SINCE a friend made me listen to them back in 1984 - best friend ever. First heard this song at a concert in Seattle back in the early 90's and loved it immediately.
Thank you. I saw PMG play this at the Fox Theater in Atlanta many years ago. I’ve never seen an audience applaud louder or longer. Phenomenal performance. Imaginary Day tour. Cheers!
