I am having a very difficult time finding the words to express the tremendous depth of Lyle's talent. He was truly a gift to this world. There is no one who can come close to his spirit. Thank you, Lyle, for leaving us such a magnificent legacy to lift our souls. Rest easy. You did good. :)
This was on his self titled album, and I got to see him on the tour he did after he released it, in a small college theater. His soulful compositions and performance were magnificent. He had such an emotional touch on every keystroke that seemed like a direct manifestation of his spirit, breathing through each note. The world misses him.
He is eternal , one day everyone of us will get into this, we are all eternal, in this space time dimension he was in constant communication with the fluid cloud of the Universe wich is ONE, he had this enormous gift of genius , something coming from the ALWAYS and EVERYWHERE, which this actual world is missing but everything will be revealed, we can only thank this music MASTER for putting us in direct conjunction with eternity... Thank you Lyle...
@@romaa-mors6582 That is nice, but I'm not mystic. And it's semantic. Right, our particles don't disappear. Atomic communication will not stop. But I think souls are for alive people. I mean, "death" is a word to say that your mind doesn't work anymore, your spirit is broken, dead, and you are not a human anymore. "Death" is the end of your organic life. I don't call "dust" life. Love !
Jason, I just came across your post from 2 years ago and you perfectly aligned two musicians that equated Lyle Mays playing. I was doing a bit of a deep dive on Pat & Lyle's music tonight and yes, a genius to be mourned.
Merci Lyle Mays, merci pour ce merveilleux voyage en ta compagnie, merci de toutes ses émotions partagées, tous ses concerts, ses nuits a vous écouter, merci du cadeau que vous nous avez fait. A bientôt...
The MOST Lyrical Pianist ever I think. ... His playing spoke every emotion he expressed almost in words. ... He and Metheny were a Perfect Match. .... Last Train Home is gonna make me cry now.
Never heard a player who could transport you like Lyle did. There just aren’t enough superlatives in our language to describe Lyles’ playing, composing skills and humility. RIP indeed.....
All Lyle has to do is play a couple of bars and I'm back to reliving my life from the ages of 17 to 30 and like a flash, it's past..sooo many wonderful memories connected to his notes, ideas, sound and emotion..what a gift it is to have had his music lead me through life and to where I am now..love going back to re-listen when ever possible just to feel that feeling again..
Pat Metheny Group without Lyle is …. (Can’t descibe in words) - and this solo work of Lyle without a doubt, has emotionally driven me … I’m so moved.. thanks Lyle and RIP
A touch and feel like no one else. A master of the keyboards. A true genius at composition and performance. No one else quite like him... A real GIFT to jazz lovers.
We are still not aware of what the loss of Lyle represents in the music world, no just methinian. Brilliant, brilliant, master of modal progressions, technical control of dynamics on another planet. We miss you. Close to Home is a manifesto.
Lyle is not usually counted among Evans, Corea, Tyner, Jarrett, and Hancock, but I think there is no doubt he is just as influential. There is clearly a Mays' style that young pianists learn to emulate. One of 20th century's greatest jazz pianists. RIP Lyle and thank you for all your beautiful moments you gave us.
My Sincere Condolences to all Family, Friends and Fans of this most incredible Human Being. Rest In Peace Brother Lyle Mays. Thank you for all of the wonderful musical memories. Peace also to Pat Metheny!
Rest in peace Lyle. Thank you for all of the beautiful and moving music over so many years. I was blessed to see you and Pat in concert a few times and I will never forget those concerts. May your music live on for many more people to enjoy and be inspired. You deserved to be much more well known as one of the greatest jazz pianists of all time.
Every time that I listen to this I get a little moist in the eyes. This is the essence of Lyle 100%. So incredibly emotionally intelligent, so perfect in every way. As a pianist and composer Lyle’s influence on me personally was profound. I miss him dearly and his music continues to inspire me every day. I can listen to this forever!
So saddened to learn of the passing of Lyle Mays! As we know, he was a stellar keyboard virtuoso and composer. His sound was always heartfelt, gentle, and his keyboard approach possessed an inherent cinematic beauty that truly transported listeners to an ineffable sonic dimension! His solo work and his collaborations with Pat Metheny ("The Falcon and The Snowman" soundtrack; "Offramp", the list is endless) are for many of us, the soundtracks to our lives. Thank you for your immense talents, Mr. Lyle Mays. God bless you for your musical gifts and God bless your family! Your artistry will be forever cherished and tremendously appreciated!🎹🎼🎶🎵
love this rendition Lyle a true genius on your own or with pat just love the color the emotion and atmospheric and expansive way you play. in my soul thank you
God rest your beautiful soul, Lyle. Yours and Pat's musical landscapes have been the soundtrack of my life since my mid-teens. And the journey continues 💓💓💓
The star who did not want to be a star gone to the stars,.. heaven is where you should be,.unforgettable lyle my favourite all time musician.what have we lossed?
R.I.P....uno dei più grandi artisti di tutti i tempi se ne è andato.....un vero genio della musica....sonorità inedite e tecnica straordinaria.....interpretazioni uniche le sue......
I remember the moment I feel in love with jazz.. I was in college at a record shop & I heard San Lorenzo for the first time.. the gentle soliloquy of Lyle was like sunlight dancing on Spring rain... I was mesmerized & feel in love with his unique style...never looked back.. thanks for all the memories..
You are now Home, Lyle Mays. Rest in peace. Thank you for your many contributions in music. Born November 27, 1953 - Passed February 10, 2020, Los Angeles, CA. You are remembered.
Siamo tutti qui attoniti per la scomparsa di una personalità artistica dotata di una sensibilità estrema e sicuramente rammaricati per la sua prematura scomparsa, per ciò che avrebbe potuto ancora darci con le sue armonie dilatate ed eteree... ho avuto la fortuna di vederlo in concerto da solo ed è stata una delle esperienze più sublimi e ne tengo in serbo il ricordo
I always have thoughts of what would be my top 20 songs of all time, this tune makes that list all the time, and of course that goes without saying PMG's, ' to the end of the world' , Miles Davis 'Flamenco Schketches ' Damn this tune 'Close To Home' stirs up so many emotions, such a beautiful, reflective , goosebumps moments, close my eyes and it transports me either back in time or forward in time, Lyle ... Thank You 🙏 !!
I hope you are with the FATHER GOD in Heaven, dear Lyle. You are one of the Most brilliant, talented, gifted musicians that we all have had the privilege of knowing just a little bit for a short time. I love you LYLE and hope to see you in Heaven one day with my Lord God Jesus Christ. IF you spent any time with ALEX ACUNA, you are in Heaven because he loves God and the Lord Jesus Christ. I know he loved you enough to spend time playing music with you and I'm sure he shared the truth about Jesus with you. God bless everyone who comes to listen to this song and sheds tears because of how beautiful this music is and how you miss Lyle and wish he was still here. His music is and don't let it die. IF you don't know Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior and friend, please get to know HIM now because HE loves you and wants you to spend eternity with HIM.
A deeply moving performance of Lyle's most achingly beautiful composition. I miss you so much, man. Thank you for the beauty and inspiration you left with us.
If elegance were music, without a doubt Lyle Mays.
I am having a very difficult time finding the words to express the tremendous depth of Lyle's talent. He was truly a gift to this world. There is no one who can come close to his spirit. Thank you, Lyle, for leaving us such a magnificent legacy to lift our souls. Rest easy. You did good. :)
Facts ........
👍😪
I couldn't have said it better. True 'dat..
Just splendidly lovely. So much feeling from this song.
This was on his self titled album, and I got to see him on the tour he did after he released it, in a small college theater. His soulful compositions and performance were magnificent. He had such an emotional touch on every keystroke that seemed like a direct manifestation of his spirit, breathing through each note. The world misses him.
He was a great musician, an irreplaceable person, I miss him very much.
We miss you Lyles!
Gone, but not forgotten. Lyle Mays…….
Rest in peace, Lyle. You were a brilliant light in the world.
Yes...😥
He is eternal , one day everyone of us will get into this, we are all eternal, in this space time dimension he was in constant communication with the fluid cloud of the Universe wich is ONE, he had this enormous gift of genius , something coming from the ALWAYS and EVERYWHERE, which this actual world is missing but everything will be revealed, we can only thank this music MASTER for putting us in direct conjunction with eternity... Thank you Lyle...
Lyle was so unique. No one plays like him. We need these impro, these songs, this musical soul. Death is an error of nature.
@@St3ph4n3 death doesn't exist, the dead people are the one with no soul, if you have a soul you are eternal...
@@romaa-mors6582
That is nice, but I'm not mystic. And it's semantic. Right, our particles don't disappear. Atomic communication will not stop. But I think souls are for alive people. I mean, "death" is a word to say that your mind doesn't work anymore, your spirit is broken, dead, and you are not a human anymore. "Death" is the end of your organic life. I don't call "dust" life.
Love !
This song literally moves me in ways that no other song does. Probably my favorite tune. Ever.
I am an absolute nobody from nowhere USA. I am incredibly saddened by the passing of Lyle Mays.
rest in peace lyle. 4 years already gone by...
Debussy + Bill Evans = Lyle Mays. My heart and senses mourn.
Early Jarrett too. More than Jarrett himself.
@JM - T/y the Debussy call, heard the name of course but can't say Classical composers even a wee bit knowledgeable about. Evans of course ...
Jason, I just came across your post from 2 years ago and you perfectly aligned two musicians that equated Lyle Mays playing. I was doing a bit of a deep dive on Pat & Lyle's music tonight and yes, a genius to be mourned.
@@dbro7756he’s literally channeling Keith Jarrett!
Add Delius to that.
Thanks.
Merci Lyle Mays, merci pour ce merveilleux voyage en ta compagnie, merci de toutes ses émotions partagées, tous ses concerts, ses nuits a vous écouter, merci du cadeau que vous nous avez fait. A bientôt...
RIP Maestro, see you on the other side: Thank you for all emotions you gave me.
Looks like all the greats are ones go early God bless RIP
My goodness! One of the greats. Gone too soon. I miss him every day.
The MOST Lyrical Pianist ever I think. ... His playing spoke every emotion he expressed almost in words. ... He and Metheny were a Perfect Match. .... Last Train Home is gonna make me cry now.
AGREED!!
Without a doubt, very emotional passing of a hauntingly beautiful pianist and keyboard player.
Beautifully expressed, Mark. Lyle will be welcome up there. 🙏
Mark M.: Last Train Home makes me cry every time I hear it.
@@GTR-wx8jq ...."a hauntingly beautiful pianist and keyboard player." This says it all. He touched our souls.
Lyle, questo brano mi emoziona il cuore.
Never heard a player who could transport you like Lyle did. There just aren’t enough superlatives in our language to describe Lyles’ playing, composing skills and humility. RIP indeed.....
RIP Lyle. Your music will forever be a blessing.
The absolute very best song in contemporary jazz. Lyle Mays is the absolute best.
One of the best pianist in the world !!!
And unique keybordist too
the best alive anyway
Sadly no longer alive, but one of the best for sure.
@@MsRiccig not anymore :(
I truly AGREE with you Zarko Zivkovic!!
Rest in Peace Lyle. Music has lost a kind, beautiful soul. 1953-2020.
All Lyle has to do is play a couple of bars and I'm back to reliving my life from the ages of 17 to 30 and like a flash, it's past..sooo many wonderful memories connected to his notes, ideas, sound and emotion..what a gift it is to have had his music lead me through life and to where I am now..love going back to re-listen when ever possible just to feel that feeling again..
RIP Lyle Mays. He passed way too soon.
What a loss to music. And I mean music.
I feel that you're close to home now. Thanks Lyle
Lyle: the friend I never met but who knew me all to well.
Well said.
Nice!
Yesterday I lost a friend who did'nt know me, but brought me so much for so many years.
I know what you mean.
Pat Metheny Group without Lyle is …. (Can’t descibe in words) - and this solo work of Lyle without a doubt, has emotionally driven me … I’m so moved.. thanks Lyle and RIP
Lyle simply wrote the most beautiful music I’ve ever heard.
thank you, Ciro Montenegro, for putting this "music of / to the stars out here for everyone
Lyle was a master of melody. Symphonic pianism. A true RUSH of inspiration!
A touch and feel like no one else. A master of the keyboards. A true genius at composition and performance. No one else quite like him... A real GIFT to jazz lovers.
Hats off.An excellent recording.
We are still not aware of what the loss of Lyle represents in the music world, no just methinian. Brilliant, brilliant, master of modal progressions, technical control of dynamics on another planet. We miss you. Close to Home is a manifesto.
His solos in San Lorenzo and Phase Dance were my teen highlights …
There are so few players who have the lightness of touch of Lyle Mays.
Rest In Peace, Lyle. One of the Beautifulest Soul.
Lyle is not usually counted among Evans, Corea, Tyner, Jarrett, and Hancock, but I think there is no doubt he is just as influential. There is clearly a Mays' style that young pianists learn to emulate. One of 20th century's greatest jazz pianists. RIP Lyle and thank you for all your beautiful moments you gave us.
merci pour ta belle musique........a bientot
The most beautiful and exquisite touch in jazz. Rest in peace, Lyle.
My Sincere Condolences to all Family, Friends and Fans of this most incredible Human Being. Rest In Peace Brother Lyle Mays. Thank you for all of the wonderful musical memories. Peace also to Pat Metheny!
RIP my favourite pianist ever. See you in Heaven.
Rest in peace Lyle. Thank you for all of the beautiful and moving music over so many years. I was blessed to see you and Pat in concert a few times and I will never forget those concerts. May your music live on for many more people to enjoy and be inspired. You deserved to be much more well known as one of the greatest jazz pianists of all time.
Can you imagine being there live to hear this 😮
ライル あなたのピアノ大好きだった。今でも思いだしてしまう。 素敵な曲をありがとう。
I miss you❤
Lyle, please feel free to continue touching our souls. No one has ever played such beautiful notes.
Robisz mi wieczór tym utworem❤
People like that don't die 💙💙💚💚
I miss Lyle Mays deeply. His music touches my heart in ways not many other musicians do. ❤️
Every time that I listen to this I get a little moist in the eyes. This is the essence of Lyle 100%. So incredibly emotionally intelligent, so perfect in every way. As a pianist and composer Lyle’s influence on me personally was profound. I miss him dearly and his music continues to inspire me every day. I can listen to this forever!
Earth Wind & Fire brought me here on this cut...Love the original!
No words for this amazing and enormous talent , I miss you Lyle even Pat without you is another thing , RIP great maestro
Thank God that we here have good taste in music,...........many in the world do not............
Oh my God what a pianist! The soul is speaking here.
Lyle Mays era il cuore pulsante del Pat Metheny Group. Pianista sottovalutato. Per me un MAESTRO. GOODBYE LYLE
One of Lyle Mays best live performances. There's so many.... God I'm sooooooo sad he is no longer with us. RIP LM!!!
Lyle, how I miss you... too early, too early...
I ❤ Lyle Mays...close to home!
Grazie Lyle!!!!!¡
You are home now, Lyle. Rest in Peace, Lyle Mays. Thank you for the music.
Wira Hardiprakoso what a beautiful statement you made.
Have blessed day.
So saddened to learn of the passing of Lyle Mays! As we know, he was a stellar keyboard virtuoso and composer. His sound was always heartfelt, gentle, and his keyboard approach possessed an inherent cinematic beauty that truly transported listeners to an ineffable sonic dimension! His solo work and his collaborations with Pat Metheny ("The Falcon and The Snowman" soundtrack; "Offramp", the list is endless) are for many of us, the soundtracks to our lives. Thank you for your immense talents, Mr. Lyle Mays. God bless you for your musical gifts and God bless your family! Your artistry will be forever cherished and tremendously appreciated!🎹🎼🎶🎵
Well said.
That was indeed a beautiful, succinct statement, Wira H. God bless you and all!😇
@@chriswilkes236 Thank you very much, Chris Wilkes. Blessings.😇
He is up there with all the great jazz pianist
love this rendition Lyle a true genius on your own or with pat just love the color the emotion and atmospheric and expansive way you play. in my soul thank you
SOOOO BEAUTIFUL
So much more than just a creative genius. The spiritual quality and affect of his music will transcend time. Lyle lives on through his music.
Lyle Mays, master rest in peace, you´re music was really wonderful,...thankyou for ever,...see again in the blue sky,..
Il pianista dal tocco più emotivo di sempre. Grazie di essere passato su questa terra desolata.
Lyle..a Mays ing.soul...we create because we are CREATED...
drives me to tears always.
Lyle Mays music is passionate, beautiful and rich with imagery. This particular song brings me to tears every time I hear it.
Beautiful Lyle ,Thank you for your soul music ❤.
you are a wonderful musician and of course a wonderful person. You were with your music with me around the world. thank you my friend
God rest your beautiful soul, Lyle. Yours and Pat's musical landscapes have been the soundtrack of my life since my mid-teens. And the journey continues 💓💓💓
The star who did not want to be a star gone to the stars,.. heaven is where you should be,.unforgettable lyle my favourite all time musician.what have we lossed?
Grandissimo pianista!!
One of the best jazz pianist Is gone today After a long ilness. R.I.P.
So sad! He was so special.
In his playing there is also the legacy of Bill Evans…RIP Maestro.
R.I.P....uno dei più grandi artisti di tutti i tempi se ne è andato.....un vero genio della musica....sonorità inedite e tecnica straordinaria.....interpretazioni uniche le sue......
I remember the moment I feel in love with jazz.. I was in college at a record shop & I heard San Lorenzo for the first time.. the gentle soliloquy of Lyle was like sunlight dancing on Spring rain... I was mesmerized & feel in love with his unique style...never looked back.. thanks for all the memories..
You are now Home, Lyle Mays. Rest in peace. Thank you for your many contributions in music. Born November 27, 1953 - Passed February 10, 2020, Los Angeles, CA. You are remembered.
Siamo tutti qui attoniti per la scomparsa di una personalità artistica dotata di una sensibilità estrema e sicuramente rammaricati per la sua prematura scomparsa, per ciò che avrebbe potuto ancora darci con le sue armonie dilatate ed eteree...
ho avuto la fortuna di vederlo in concerto da solo ed è stata una delle esperienze più sublimi e ne tengo in serbo il ricordo
His brilliance in sound generation had transported me to a certain heaven found on Earth. A kind Soul. He is missed. Rest in peace Lyle.
The world is so much richer for his music so much poorer for his loss. What a profound influence your music and Pat’s have had on my life. 🙏🏻❤️
I always have thoughts of what would be my top 20 songs of all time, this tune makes that list all the time, and of course that goes without saying PMG's, ' to the end of the world' , Miles Davis 'Flamenco Schketches ' Damn this tune 'Close To Home' stirs up so many emotions, such a beautiful, reflective , goosebumps moments, close my eyes and it transports me either back in time or forward in time, Lyle ... Thank You 🙏 !!
every time ....every time an ocean of tears with crying rivers on each side ... Lyle, we miss u badly
I hope you are with the FATHER GOD in Heaven, dear Lyle. You are one of the Most brilliant, talented, gifted musicians that we all have had the privilege of knowing just a little bit for a short time. I love you LYLE and hope to see you in Heaven one day with my Lord God Jesus Christ. IF you spent any time with ALEX ACUNA, you are in Heaven because he loves God and the Lord Jesus Christ. I know he loved you enough to spend time playing music with you and I'm sure he shared the truth about Jesus with you. God bless everyone who comes to listen to this song and sheds tears because of how beautiful this music is and how you miss Lyle and wish he was still here. His music is and don't let it die. IF you don't know Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior and friend, please get to know HIM now because HE loves you and wants you to spend eternity with HIM.
Lyle ti dico tra le lacrime addio.... grazie per avermi regalato così tanti momenti meravigliosi e irripetibili
È proprio vero
Grazie veramente di cuore.
H's an extraordinary musician 💯
What a brilliant musician in solo or with Pat Metheny Group! You will always shine above us.
still heartbroken that such a magical musician is gone
Ale jazda!!!.... Coś niesamowitego,tyle kolorów, tyle emocji !!!... R.I.P
one of the most beautiful peices of music ever scored
Genius. R.I.P.
Oh, Lyle! I first met you thanks to Vanilla! He’s a hip hop dj! Rest in piece, friend!!!
Lyle you were a divine human !!!!
Chiudere gli occhi e viaggiare con la tua musica.... Grazie grande lyle
Such beautiful touching music.. RIP Lyle.. Your music live forever. ❤
Danke für die wunderbaren Klänge.
Wow... ! R.I:P my friend:(
There us no keyboard player that moves me like Lyle May's. September Fifteenth is, perhaps, the best piano song ever. Thank you Lyle.
Incredibly beautiful! Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼
A deeply moving performance of Lyle's most achingly beautiful composition. I miss you so much, man. Thank you for the beauty and inspiration you left with us.