I have become close to your Wihte Christmas, following your kind lesson provided in RUclips. Now I want to add jazzy rhythm to make it closer to yours. Thanks
I think I'd rather listen to you play a ballad than anyone in the world, always flawless but so warm, I know this lovely song well but you've enhanced it beautifully without pretention. Thank you so much.
Ahhhhhhh.....the bridge...the mastery...the tone....the flow...the FEEL....the magnificent conclusion...Walter...my friend you are a master on all levels....thank you and deep peace to you sir...
Yes, on the middle part of the song -- when the words of the release are, "When you're in my arms, and I feel you so close to me" -- the"bridge," as you say "the mastery, the tone, the flow, the FEEL" and yes, Walter's "magnificent conclusion." You put it so well, David Ison, including your blessing and "thank you, and deep peace to you, sir."
Wow, just started transcribing your 2012 version of this piece yesterday and surprisingly found a new interpretation today. You can't imagine how much I have been influenced from the emotions flowing out of your beautiful playing! Thank you! Greetings from Taiwan
Walter God puts certain people on earth for a reason and i can definitely see and hear your through your beautiful talent of music. God bless my friend and thank you. Sending some more Texas love
You are magnificent. Barney Kessel, Jim Hall, Johnny Smith, Wes Montgomery, all rolled up into one EVERY NOTE PERFECT transcription of Hoagy's masterpiece. You have John Williàm's method and style of acoustic chordal ballad performance. I appreciate your beautiful interpretation and love every facet of your performance. I love listening to your beautiful artistry. Thank you so very much!
Of course, in the middle ages they would have burned you as a witch!! Fantastic arrangement and stunning playing of this beautiful classic. I cannot get enough of your playing!
One of my favourites...!!! To play this in true piano ballad technique style is very challenging... Piano ballads require left hand tenths....Goodness gracious!!!!
Found this song this morning. After listening to it, I picked up my guitar and naturally tried to copy and keep up. I wasn't able to but did discover some very nice patterns which in my world, is new stuff to chew on. I will eventually learn this song, but more important, I will have learned even more just by watching you play your great versions of great songs. Thanks again Walter.
This piece was played amazing by Michael Brecker in his album with the same name "The nearness of you" by great musicians (including Pat Metheny)... I really enjoyed this wonderful and fullfeel interpretation.. Thank you !!!
An album that included a sung version of The Nearness of You by James Taylor, with the late Michael Brecker playing a gorgeous solo on the bridge. Almost his only great ballad until Mr. Taylor recorded his Grammy-winning album AMERICAN STANDARD (2020).
I am so impressed with your version of this tune and thank you for posting it, I first heard this tune at the Berkeley collage of music in 1978 with Steffaine Grapelly and Martin Taylor in 1978 . I was hooked.
What a beautiful arrangement. I your playing-so masterful and melodic. The harmonics are a perfect nuance. Thank you for sharing. (I would absolutely purchase this in lesson form).
Elegant simplicity. You make it look so easy. Love the allusion at the close, to Over The Rainbow (your version of that tune by Harold Arlen is also the very best!) The segue is seamless (on what would be the words, 'Birds fly over the rainbow') and it becomes to our ears, a natural extension of Hoagy Carmichael's best ballad. Both composers would have loved your blending of their greatest tunes! Thank you God and Walter Rodrigues Jr. (in that order). p.s. That Collings guitar is so bright and beautiful -- but I'd bet its luthier/creator would agree, that it never sounded better than when played by you, on this song. Please, Walter, don't stop sharing these gems!
Beautiful arrangement and as usual played with so much feeling. Not only are you a gifted musician, you were born with long fingers to execute some amazing chords. Thank you again for sharing.
Such a beautiful arrangement, Walter! I am sure Bill Collings is smiling down from heaven after hearing that played on one of his fantastic instruments.
Thank you very very much, walter!! You have this gift of portraying emotions in a very vivid manner, filled with passion and love, something i dream of for my own playing. Thank you for the music, thank you for the love, thank you for the inspiration and thank you for, at your own way, through Music, making this world a better world. Thank you.
Qué hermosa maravilla. Este hombre es extraordinario, un talento interpretativo exquisito. Y sus guitarras suenan perfectas, todas, increíbles instrumentos. Sus videos son siempre un momento sublime. Muchas gracias Walter!!!
Dear Walter, You give us once again an exquisite musical treasure! Almost exactly 5 years ago you have already published this wonderful arrangement. At that time you played it on your Martin guitar.The sound of the Collings differs very much from the sound of your Martin. I do not know which guitar I should prefer in this piece. Both sound incredibly good in their individual style. The Martin overall warmer with an emphasis on the lower mids. The small Collings has a fantastic range of sounds across all frequency ranges. An absolute dream guitar, which obviously feels very comfortable in your hands! And I think you too love this instrument! This wonderful clip goes straight to my favorites. All the best, dear friend Wolfgang
Dear Wolfgang, thank you much for your always kind words, dear friend! Sorry for my late response, but for some reason your comment went straight into my youtube spam folder, and I accidentally just saw it there and "rescued it." I agree with you, each guitar has it's own particular voice, a matter of taste. It's been a pleasure to play this Collings for a few weeks now, but sadly it will go back to it's home (Collings graciously sent me the guitar to lay down some tracks). Anyhow, always a pleasure hearing from you, my friend! All the best/Walter.
Walter, Walter, Walter, that is beautiful, exquisitely played and soulful too. You have inspired me to practice, practice, practice. I love the elegant way that you play chords, I use some of your voicings.
So beautiful! I could listen to you playing so peacefully all day long. of course you are a master at playing guitar but most of all you've got an incredible feeling with your instrument.
Wonderful Walter!!!
Thanks so much Adam :-)
I have become close to your Wihte Christmas, following your kind lesson provided in RUclips. Now I want to add jazzy rhythm to make it closer to yours. Thanks
I think I'd rather listen to you play a ballad than anyone in the world, always flawless but so warm, I know this lovely song well but you've enhanced it beautifully without pretention. Thank you so much.
Or all the phoney gadgets they use to exemplify the sound and hide the mistake's " beef steak" 😋 yum
the steady rhythm really sets this arrangement apart from most other guitar chord melody renditions. bravo!
Ahhhhhhh.....the bridge...the mastery...the tone....the flow...the FEEL....the magnificent conclusion...Walter...my friend you are a master on all levels....thank you and deep peace to you sir...
Wow! Thank you so much for your kind compliments. I'm glad you enjoyed it :-)
Yes, on the middle part of the song -- when the words of the release are, "When you're in my arms, and I feel you so close to me" -- the"bridge," as you say "the mastery, the tone, the flow, the FEEL" and yes, Walter's "magnificent conclusion." You put it so well, David Ison, including your blessing and "thank you, and deep peace to you, sir."
It never ceases to amaze me the wealth of talent that exists. Yet another amazing rendering and performer.
Wow, just started transcribing your 2012 version of this piece yesterday and surprisingly found a new interpretation today. You can't imagine how much I have been influenced from the emotions flowing out of your beautiful playing! Thank you! Greetings from Taiwan
Thank you so much, Julian! I appreciate your kind words :-)
So great! I loved that ending going over the rainbow.
Walter God puts certain people on earth for a reason and i can definitely see and hear your through your beautiful talent of music. God bless my friend and thank you. Sending some more Texas love
You are magnificent. Barney Kessel, Jim Hall, Johnny Smith, Wes Montgomery, all rolled up into one EVERY NOTE PERFECT transcription of Hoagy's masterpiece. You have John Williàm's method and style of acoustic chordal ballad performance. I appreciate your beautiful interpretation and love every facet of your performance. I love listening to your beautiful artistry. Thank you so very much!
Thank you so much for your kind words! Glad you enjoyed it!
Geez, Walter. What a gorgeous arrangement. Thank you for sharing your talents with all of us.
Mi alimento para el alma...
La música.........
He is one of the very best guitar players on the planet.
Man, you really put your soul in it.
Jashak Thanks so much for checking it out!
Of course, in the middle ages they would have burned you as a witch!! Fantastic arrangement and stunning playing of this beautiful classic. I cannot get enough of your playing!
Every one of your videos is the most amazing guitar lesson. Every one.
One of my favourites...!!! To play this in true piano ballad technique style is very challenging... Piano ballads require left hand tenths....Goodness gracious!!!!
Thanks for the gorgeous arrangement and the really great playing. Walter, you're an absolute inspiration.
Thank you so much !
Found this song this morning. After listening to it, I picked up my guitar and naturally tried to copy and keep up. I wasn't able to but did discover some very nice patterns which in my world, is new stuff to chew on. I will eventually learn this song, but more important, I will have learned even more just by watching you play your great versions of great songs. Thanks again Walter.
Always enjoy watching a Master at his craft.
Beautiful! I appreciate the performance. Thank you, Walter for blessing your audience with such a precision in the execution.
Just started my guitar journey 1-2 years ago on a good path with a good teacher came here to get some inspiration love jazz nice stuff !!
Even the missus liked that. Watched a few of yours now. You play beautifully without being too fussy. Love those machine heads. Thanks for posting.
Notice how even the volume of each melody note is. Just great!
Absolutely magic, many thanks. Le gra mor!. Gérard lacey in Ireland.
It's not every day you find such harmony, precision of play, devotion to the guitar and passion. Well, all done here and more. Congrats.
This is unbelievlaby so beautiful. Thankyou
Pezzo bellissimo eseguito con grande sensibilità cuore e tecnica emozionante.
This piece was played amazing by Michael Brecker in his album with the same name "The nearness of you" by great musicians (including Pat Metheny)...
I really enjoyed this wonderful and fullfeel interpretation..
Thank you !!!
An album that included a sung version of The Nearness of You by James Taylor, with the late Michael Brecker playing a gorgeous solo on the bridge. Almost his only great ballad until Mr. Taylor recorded his Grammy-winning album AMERICAN STANDARD (2020).
Beautifully played...soothing like a rolling brook in the forest.
I am a simple man. I see a new Walter's video, I hit "like".
Beautiful. That little Collings 12 fret sounds incredible under your fingers Walter.
Estos vídeos....por mis arterias.........................
Just love the sound of your Collins…and your playing…
Thanks Craig!
Walter, your guitar, playing style and music makes me always come back to my practice, though still far away.
Beautiful, Walter. Absolutely fantastic.
I am so impressed with your version of this tune and thank you for posting it, I first heard this tune at the Berkeley collage of music in 1978 with Steffaine Grapelly and Martin Taylor in 1978 . I was hooked.
THANK YOU WALTER, FOR YOUR BLESSED MUSIC
Thats an awesome sounding guitar, your playing is flawless as always!
Thanks so much!
What a beautiful arrangement. I your playing-so masterful and melodic.
The harmonics are a perfect nuance.
Thank you for sharing. (I would absolutely purchase this in lesson form).
Thank so much Norman!
Talent!!!! No other words!!!
Beautiful tone, articulation, timing, and voicing....what a finish, bravo......just wonderful great guitar choice! Thanks!
Thank you Walter absolutely beautiful
Just brilliant - an incredible arrangement played with such precision .
Thank you Walter, for every songs that you played so soft and clean and smoothies because your heart so beautiful 💓 have a beautiful day 🌈
Thanks again, you absolutely nailed that one, not only perfectly played, the emotion was beautifully conveyed
Nice piece of "Somewhere over the rainbow" at 2:49. Just love your phrasing!
Isosimppu Thanks so much!
Beautiful, thanks !
I feel you and the melody and chords are such beauty ! I love the arrangement and sentiment in your touch!! Merry Christmas
Elegant simplicity. You make it look so easy. Love the allusion at the close, to Over The Rainbow (your version of that tune by Harold Arlen is also the very best!) The segue is seamless (on what would be the words, 'Birds fly over the rainbow') and it becomes to our ears, a natural extension of Hoagy Carmichael's best ballad. Both composers would have loved your blending of their greatest tunes! Thank you God and Walter Rodrigues Jr. (in that order).
p.s. That Collings guitar is so bright and beautiful -- but I'd bet its luthier/creator would agree, that it never sounded better than when played by you, on this song. Please, Walter, don't stop sharing these gems!
Excellent Walter!
You play with great feeling Walter, you look in total serenity whenever you play, that's a beautiful thing!
Beautiful arrangement and as usual played with so much feeling. Not only are you a gifted musician, you were born with long fingers to execute some amazing chords. Thank you again for sharing.
Amazing guitar, killer acoustics and phenomenal guitar playing! Bravo! 👏😊🎼🎸
Mahalo for sharing, this is one of my favorite songs, Beautiful playing, God Bless
Beautiful rendition so tastefully played, gorgeous guitar.
One my most favorite guitarist in the world
Thank you, Lee :-) I'm honored
So many cool ideas in this.
Thank you again Walter
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL
Such a beautiful arrangement, Walter! I am sure Bill Collings is smiling down from heaven after hearing that played on one of his fantastic instruments.
Thank you so much, John! I tried to do justice the best I could. What a fantastic instrument.
Your arrangements have just the perfect amount
Pure elegance and beauty! Fantastic work, Walter.
(love your endings and citations :))
all the best my friend...
Uli Heim - Fingerstyle Guitar Thank you so much, Uli! So glad you enjoyed it. Always a pleasure hearing from you, dear friend!
This is outstanding version of yours walter i love it thank you!
Simply beautiful!
Very nice! It's rare to see songs being played like this with hearth and with no ego :)
Thank you
Thank you very very much, walter!! You have this gift of portraying emotions in a very vivid manner, filled with passion and love, something i dream of for my own playing. Thank you for the music, thank you for the love, thank you for the inspiration and thank you for, at your own way, through Music, making this world a better world. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your kind words, Joaco. You've made my day :-)
All best / Walter
Adding this to my setlist! Thank you.
Great feeling
So very Polished. Thank you very much Mr. Rodrigues.
Truly magical. Thanks so much.
Really Impressive. Beautiful piece
bravo.......beautifully done.
It's always a pleasure hearing your delicious , calm arrangements. Grazie Maestro !
Espetacular!!! Arrasou!!! Muito bom mesmo Walter!!! Parabéns 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Magnificent!
Thumbs down? Idiots. You are amazing
What a beautifully played piece of music. Your technique is only bettered by your style, thank you...
this is really really great - fantastic and beautiful.
simply PERFECT
Qué hermosa maravilla. Este hombre es extraordinario, un talento interpretativo exquisito. Y sus guitarras suenan perfectas, todas, increíbles instrumentos. Sus videos son siempre un momento sublime. Muchas gracias Walter!!!
Breathtaking!!!
Beautiful.
Dear Walter,
You give us once again an exquisite musical treasure!
Almost exactly 5 years ago you have already published this wonderful arrangement. At that time you played it on your Martin guitar.The sound of the Collings differs very much from the sound of your Martin. I do not know which guitar I should prefer in this piece. Both sound incredibly good in their individual style. The Martin overall warmer with an emphasis on the lower mids. The small Collings has a fantastic range of sounds across all frequency ranges. An absolute dream guitar, which obviously feels very comfortable in your hands! And I think you too love this instrument! This wonderful clip goes straight to my favorites.
All the best, dear friend
Wolfgang
Dear Wolfgang, thank you much for your always kind words, dear friend! Sorry for my late response, but for some reason your comment went straight into my youtube spam folder, and I accidentally just saw it there and "rescued it." I agree with you, each guitar has it's own particular voice, a matter of taste. It's been a pleasure to play this Collings for a few weeks now, but sadly it will go back to it's home (Collings graciously sent me the guitar to lay down some tracks). Anyhow, always a pleasure hearing from you, my friend! All the best/Walter.
I love this song.
Great rendition of one of my favorite tunes. I play the George Shearing version on the piano.
Very nice, and what a guitar!!!
Walter, Walter, Walter, that is beautiful, exquisitely played and soulful too. You have inspired me to practice, practice, practice. I love the elegant way that you play chords, I use some of your voicings.
It's been awhile since I've listened to this...such a beautiful sounding guitar...and player...
Spot on, as usual Walter.....lovely laid back arrangement, beautiful guitar and he tone is so rich and resonant
As always, an elegant rendition of a terrific Carmichael composition. Thanks Walter! I hope someday soon you will do your version of Skylark too.
Love the tone of the Collins!
Thanks Craig! It's a fantastic instrument, a work of art!
Wonderful playing style and mastery of your instrument:)
My next guitar hopefully!
Beautiful playing !
So beautiful! I could listen to you playing so peacefully all day long. of course you are a master at playing guitar but most of all you've got an incredible feeling with your instrument.
Excellent - like everything he creates...thank you Walter!! Thanks for posting this Adam!
Bravo, interprétation de grande qualité comme d'habitude.
Música por mis venas......
Bravo superbe son et interprétation! Good Job!
Walter, I do believe that this is your best vid!
I wish you would release a recording of this!
Beautiful