Remembrance of Tony Rice (previously unseen workshop footage)

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  • I´d like to share with you this previously unseen footage of our musical hero and fine gentleman, Mr.Tony Rice, with the consent of Mr.Chris Walz. The entire video here:
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  • @DH432hrtz
    @DH432hrtz ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Is it weird to feel emotional about someone you never met.
    This guy is on an other level.

    • @LandonEaversOfficial
      @LandonEaversOfficial หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're not alone. I get emotional watching Tony in his later years as well!

  • @riceflatpicking4954
    @riceflatpicking4954 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    That was me who requested fishscale. I just about cried when I found this online. One of the greatest days of my life, right up there with when I graduated from Parris Island. And maybe more so.

  • @allenhughes12
    @allenhughes12 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Tony says "something simple", tunes by ear and then casually rips it up. I sure do love his music.

  • @beaveittoleaver2327
    @beaveittoleaver2327 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    My favorite guitarist of all time. Not just his work on the instrument. He's inter-dimensional with his gift. RIP Tony Rice ❤

  • @dougworkman1525
    @dougworkman1525 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I think what The Master Tony is trying to say,is be ourselves. I've played for 50 years, and never heard anyone like Tony Rice. Years ago,I modeled myself, and my style, as many have done, as Tony Rice. God Bless him...but like he said, he beat us to it. He wants us to do it our way,as he done it his way.

  • @zuppedepeche
    @zuppedepeche 3 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Priceless and Timeless. I would have paid just to watch him tune up. Thanks for sharing.

    • @mikelldaley9078
      @mikelldaley9078 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      amen he is awesome all the time

  • @Twvh310
    @Twvh310 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    last year i stopped into a yardsale that was goin on to my suprise the guy had a santa cruz leaning up against a table,i played it for awhile he said that guitar was meant for me,200 bucks i could take it home ,i said brother you shouldnt have this instrument out in the weather its a hand crafted instrument worth at least 15 times more than he was asking,it took 30 minutes to convince him to take it in the house and reconsider selling it,get sick to my stomach when i think about ,smoothest guitar i ever touched made me sound like a mistro....man was lucky im a God fearing man

    • @thelonious-dx9vi
      @thelonious-dx9vi ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Man, that's brilliant. There are more nice guitars than chances to do deeds like this. And cheers for getting it out of the sun, just reading about it sitting out there was like fingernails on a blackboard. Yikes.

    • @riceflatpicking4954
      @riceflatpicking4954 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      As much as as I would love finding a deal like that I would’ve done exactly like you did I would’ve sat down and said look man you have a very valuable instrument here and I would help him look it up online just to give him an example of what it was worth great job brother

    • @annunacky4463
      @annunacky4463 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds like me. I can’t take advantage like that. That person needs the money!

    • @trebleclef909
      @trebleclef909 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Good work, and thank you! You saved a good guitar and helped spread some needed knowledge.

    • @daningram3143
      @daningram3143 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Amen

  • @6412mars
    @6412mars 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Tony alone was my inspiration 70s forward..Met him numerous times..what a nice man...RIP Tony..legend!

    • @6412mars
      @6412mars 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@guitarlobos5069 Everyday the 🎶guitar hops up on my knee singin get down pops it's song time🎶You stay safe too brother✌️

  • @lindaandmerle
    @lindaandmerle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Guys like Tony set a level that most will never reach..

    • @mikelldaley9078
      @mikelldaley9078 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      wow is that true ! you nailed it !

  • @christopherhanna5754
    @christopherhanna5754 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    He was so so deep musically spiritually creatively... I can't really fathom his absence yet.

  • @gabrielbingham605
    @gabrielbingham605 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Put my son to bed a few hours ago. Its midnight and I’m gettin in some last minute practice. was picking through John Henry and working “Around the Horn” licks and came across this. God i wish i had the chance to meet Tony, but in a way i feel like he’s with us pickers and listeners. Thanks Tony for your words of wisdom. Hope we can have a jam in heaven sometime in the not so near future if all goes well, HA!

  • @tonygillis2805
    @tonygillis2805 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I’ve been a fan of Tony’s for forty years plus. What he has done with and for the acoustic guitar can’t be measured in this life. I regard him as one of the finest guitarists ever. His memory and music lives on.

  • @redlinemando
    @redlinemando 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Some ppl knew it & many did not. Tony Rice was truly a man of the ppl with very much love in his heart. This video shows that in spades with his down to Earth nature & eagerness to help ppl accel at being themselves. He knew this was key advice to happiness in life as well as how it relates to being a good musician. Farewell for now Tony. We'll see you again on the other side when it's our time to be called up!!!!!!!

    • @katherinefox3909
      @katherinefox3909 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      And so now you are there…

    • @redlinemando
      @redlinemando 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@katherinefox3909 I don't understand your meaning.😕

  • @rhp_6926
    @rhp_6926 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

    'You are as good as the people you are surrounding yourself with'.
    True, and not just with musicians, but with people in general.

  • @groovymetal5679
    @groovymetal5679 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    “The better musicians that you can surround yourself with the better off you’re gonna be..”
    Pure wisdom we can apply to anything important to us we want to do…thank you for sharing this video gem

  • @cliftonjarvis8010
    @cliftonjarvis8010 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A lot of people that can play guitar but not like this cool guy and be willing to share what he knows priceless.

  • @stevepennington7879
    @stevepennington7879 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A true legend. I followed Mr Tony for many years. Always clean,clear and original. What a talent. RIP

  • @jaretcarter5824
    @jaretcarter5824 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    THE Man is talking....
    I don't know about you folks.....
    But I'm listening.
    Thanks for this piece of awesomeness!!

  • @professorplates5689
    @professorplates5689 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I miss a man I never even met. That speaks more than anything else to the powerful bong music creates between people, and I think that’s something that’ll outlast both Tony and me. Even though it breaks my heart that he’s gone, we always have that to hold on to, and I’m ok with that.

    • @RagtimeAnnie
      @RagtimeAnnie ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I love that smoking' powerful bong music ! Man ...

    • @professorplates5689
      @professorplates5689 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@RagtimeAnnie lol poorly timed typo

  • @ryanlevesque8463
    @ryanlevesque8463 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I could watch Tony’s right hand all day he makes picking seem effortless and smooth. He’s so humble

  • @bradbishop8229
    @bradbishop8229 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    There was only one Tony...he will always be missed, he was a musical genius and just a super guy, I was fortunate enough to meet and talk to him after a show he did with Norman...He was just a very real and personable guy, will never forget it

  • @Flatpicknation
    @Flatpicknation 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Oooh yes!!! Now if my kids could fall asleep so i can watch.

    • @WellRoundedWoodsman
      @WellRoundedWoodsman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Keep your kids up and let them absorb this amazing knowledge.

  • @steelyman08
    @steelyman08 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What he says at 6:59 about clones is still 100% true. High end proficiency with zero individual creativity ~ no personal spirit. It's the same in all music genres. People seem to fall for it more and more. He says it so perfectly. No negativity. Just try to play from your own heart & soul. Not to match or better someone else's work. I think that may be why there is so little timeless music being made these days. It's technical wizardry, but it sounds empty & mechanical. Nicely edited footage. Brought it all together very nicely. Thank you.

  • @michaelmullins1290
    @michaelmullins1290 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Tony was always real. Every time I talked to him, he was always straight up about pickers and his love of music. Progress as much as you can. I wish I had made it to where he wanted me to get to.

  • @seannolan2259
    @seannolan2259 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Beautiful..and the message about being yourself is priceless.

  • @RUNNOFT71
    @RUNNOFT71 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    What he said at the end was very inspiring. It was all inspiring. I wish more people were like Tony.

  • @bjwmorgan
    @bjwmorgan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Rest In Peace Tony, Thank you for your great contribution to our lives, God Bless You and your Family

  • @pridgenwatkins2867
    @pridgenwatkins2867 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tony, Any musician who had the pleasure of playing with you should feel blessed! What a fine man and musician: Rest in Peace My Friend.

  • @stevepick9527
    @stevepick9527 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is priceless… just found it. His words of wisdom and insight at the end literally gives me goosebumps…wow. RIP Mr. Rice, you are one if the all time greats!

  • @Philstafford1
    @Philstafford1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Ive always admired and loved listening to him play. As happens with all of us, father time caught up with him and his skills diminished some til he was no longer able to play and sing as he had when he was in his prime. I can say this with all the confidence in the world, he's playing and singing in heaven like he's never played and sang before. One day I'll get to see him in person. Thank you Lord for Tony Rice

  • @user-ey7jo8cz1o
    @user-ey7jo8cz1o 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks for the inspiration from the late Tony Rice..rest in peace Sir.

  • @johntarleton6330
    @johntarleton6330 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I saw Tony years ago at Merle Fest or some bluegrass festival can't remember. Man he was the GOAT.

  • @bud3094
    @bud3094 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Humble brilliant human being..A true artist and American icon..Rest in peace Tony.. The song has ended but the melody still lingers

  • @SamofCR
    @SamofCR 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    When we were young, Tony told me to always try to play with someone better than you are because you learn more.
    Tony, when you see Larry C. again, tel him I said hi!

  • @ryanboudreaux8547
    @ryanboudreaux8547 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Always amazed at how much control Tony had with his pick, such precise pick control/direction

  • @stephenkessel1990
    @stephenkessel1990 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow tony rice what an awesome musician n truly a legend!

  • @katherinefox3909
    @katherinefox3909 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ohhh, dear friend… How we all miss you. 😔💔

  • @denismguitar1552
    @denismguitar1552 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    A gift to inspire generations. Thank you Tony!

  • @ClintonCaraway-CNC
    @ClintonCaraway-CNC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Saw Tony the 1st time that I knew who I was seeing because I been taken to bluegrass festival since birth but I went to see the Tony Rice Unit at the Down Home in Johnson City Tenn when I was 13yrs old. Jason, Amy and Charlie Burleson took me and little did I know that 35yrs later he would be my lifetime favorite musician. I have listened exclusively to Tony with a sprinkling of other bluegrass music my entire life. I can't tell you who is popular right now in country or any other form of music. I'm thankful William Apostle is playing now.
    Him and Tony's body of work will hopefully get me through the next 35yrs.

  • @MetalGuineas
    @MetalGuineas 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    “You are as good as the musicians you surround yourself with.” Such wisdom, wow. Wish I had heard this and taken it to heart 15 years ago!

    • @Steve-si8hx
      @Steve-si8hx 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The only problem is when you can't find anyone that likes to play the same music as you.

    • @nivrox95
      @nivrox95 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wise man.I can’t say how much this I agree.I learned this about 20 years ago the hard way when I studied in music college.I had to do an end of semester recital with a couple jazz tunes.It was my first year so I took my friend to play drums.the problem was he’s a rock drummer.so the teachers examining the recital stopped the playing after like a few bars and told him that ain’t swing.afterwards when I was left alone with them or maybe just with my private guitar teacher (that was in the room as well) I was told to always choose to play with musicians that are good or better than you, not necessarily with your best friends.pretty much the same message Tony said here.since then I realy see how that helped me progress unlike others that just keep playing with friends and stay on the same level.

  • @Mrsournotes
    @Mrsournotes ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just stumbled upon this video, a real treat for sure. Thanks for posting it! Big big TR fan.

  • @MoonbaseEagle1
    @MoonbaseEagle1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    This is really special. His words at the end both convict and inspire me to be who I'm called to be. Thank you for sharing this.

    • @kevincook8268
      @kevincook8268 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well said Im feeling that too man.

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      @jerometomas5809 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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      @franklindrake3225 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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      @jerometomas5809 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @jimmymullen7825
    @jimmymullen7825 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    One class guitar picker...the best I've heard...a big big loss to the world of music.......

  • @tonyorourke1459
    @tonyorourke1459 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for your inspiration. Even when he was tuning up it was engrossing!

  • @Patriot-American
    @Patriot-American ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a sorrow he's gone. To me, he is the best for his picking, phrasing and when he could sing ... what a wonderful voice he had. I really miss him. Got to see him up close several times when he was in my area. He had such a big heart for his fans ...

  • @digitalsketchguy
    @digitalsketchguy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great words of advice. RIP Tony Rice.

  • @mateoaparicio1839
    @mateoaparicio1839 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A definite guitar hero in my book, from tone to navigating the instrument nincely your music lives on Tony!

  • @RandySchartiger
    @RandySchartiger 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    thanks so much for sharing this! truly appreciated. this man paved the way for us all! RIP Tony! sadly missed!

    • @raymondeaton5692
      @raymondeaton5692 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Randy, I love your videos. I lived near Tony and enjoyed a friendship with him for over twenty years. This was great. I've just gotten to where I can enjoy listening to him again without the dark cloud appearing to ruin it. He was a genuine good guy.

  • @davideastlee9983
    @davideastlee9983 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    yeah I saw tony play a couple times in LA about 38 years ago. a really nice touch

  • @allenhughes12
    @allenhughes12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're only as good as the musicians you surround yourself with. That's why the very best surrounded themselves with you Tony Rice.😢

  • @torontolarrivee7965
    @torontolarrivee7965 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Pretty fascinating to hear how much his playing is contingent on the band accompanying him. Thanks for uploading this.

    • @bawsack69
      @bawsack69 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think he's being overly humble, everything he plays sounds good.

    • @WellRoundedWoodsman
      @WellRoundedWoodsman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think it’s that’s a product of how good he truly was. He had the most solid rock base to play off of anyone whose ever held an instrument, yet the selflessness to know that we’re always better with other like minded folks to feed off of.

  • @flatpick837
    @flatpick837 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Many thanks to spend time to share that kind of video. We can dream Tony is still with us.

  • @bradsparks6008
    @bradsparks6008 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Tonys smile is wonderful it shines out on days where we mourn the great one and those inbetween. We will all greatly miss him but we will meet him again... not on this earthly planet, but somewhere! Thanks for this pal

  • @johnplowerymusic576
    @johnplowerymusic576 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thank you so much for putting this together. It was beautiful and Tony's words of wisdom are so meaningful! RIP TR

  • @furkinfolk
    @furkinfolk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I´m always impressed with how hard he picks

  • @nancychace8619
    @nancychace8619 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    He was a phenomenal guy. Great words of advice. The musical bonds will last forever. RIP.

  • @rickycarter7154
    @rickycarter7154 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "Play from your heart and your soul."--"Trial and error and mistakes" Indeed, Thank you for your great advice and your music. Rest in peace, Brother.

  • @banjobean77
    @banjobean77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Life lessons from one of the best ever. Thank you Tony

  • @mbach1187
    @mbach1187 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    man this video is gold with how the angle shows his right hand technique.

  • @leftypick4854
    @leftypick4854 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This man was just pure class. Thanks for posting.

  • @barryhossin2000
    @barryhossin2000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very Sad News indeed, an amazing Guitarist, R. I. P

  • @EnterKang
    @EnterKang 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello! Nice upload! It's great
    video! Nice playing! |
    really like it! Very interesting!
    Thank you for sharing! 👍🙏💥

  • @polyoud
    @polyoud ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks for this beautiful share! from France !

  • @DH432hrtz
    @DH432hrtz ปีที่แล้ว

    What a pretty tune I love this
    Thanks 😎
    Doug

  • @bluegrasscannuk
    @bluegrasscannuk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for this marvelous upload. Listening to Tony explain some of the intricacies of his playing style is great.

  • @cliftonjarvis8010
    @cliftonjarvis8010 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have to appreciate somebody that’s just really good at what they do maybe the best no matter what it is

  • @joeyg8172
    @joeyg8172 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One day I hope I can be half as good a player as Tony was on his absolute worst day! He will definitely be missed....Godspeed Tony.

  • @monicacubberly-early1901
    @monicacubberly-early1901 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a guitar player and what a wonderful guy! Thank you so much for sharing and God bless everyone from Patrick

  • @ThrashRoC
    @ThrashRoC 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my Favourite Acoustic Guitar Musicians ..Freeborn Man ..

    • @garywhitt98
      @garywhitt98 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Give a listen to Shenandoah and sample this man’s range if you will. I think you’ll like it if you haven’t heard it before.

  • @johnking8888
    @johnking8888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful and magnificent. RIP, Sir.

  • @WellRoundedWoodsman
    @WellRoundedWoodsman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm watching this as tears well up. Tony had the ability to really speak from within.Hearing his verbal advice strikes the same emotion and inspiration as his music. A message that would benefit everyone.

    • @martymcpeak4748
      @martymcpeak4748 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm with you Woodsman, I cried when I heard from my brother that Tony passed away.

  • @bernardmcdonagh2818
    @bernardmcdonagh2818 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for the video. Wonderful wonderful words of music/life advice from Tony. Priceless.

  • @billdyke9745
    @billdyke9745 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a guy. Fare thee well, Maestro.

  • @giovannicucca2042
    @giovannicucca2042 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks a lot for sharing, this is priceless.

  • @AlexTFox
    @AlexTFox 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, loved it!

  • @Surfgypsy52
    @Surfgypsy52 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Many thanks for the post!

  • @oldbladderhorn
    @oldbladderhorn 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    All of it, but that last little bit, says it all.. so thank you Tony
    its real and it is wisdom.. Tony not wasting his time or ours.
    players only know, you when your playing

  • @acousticguitar130
    @acousticguitar130 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So wonderful... thanks for sharing.

  • @Fuzzheimer
    @Fuzzheimer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful, thanks for sharing this video

  • @ScottLaw_
    @ScottLaw_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for putting this together and sharing...

  • @greekflatpicker
    @greekflatpicker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Sweet man . Thanks for sharing

  • @TaylorLabreche
    @TaylorLabreche 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for posting this!

  • @ampersandmcvinegar5681
    @ampersandmcvinegar5681 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It was like he played two different parts on the guitar. I've been a fan for 20 years (I came in late) and he still moves me with his fiddle pickin'.

  • @richardgreer459
    @richardgreer459 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Legend. Thanks for sharing such a great video!

  • @dosanchoas
    @dosanchoas 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANKFUL for the music he gave -especially VOCALS from early on!!

  • @twpugh97
    @twpugh97 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rest in peace my cousin. You've got your voice back.

  • @allenmcmonagle5544
    @allenmcmonagle5544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you. A great video of a legend.

  • @Hamilton-Louise
    @Hamilton-Louise 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this man with all my heart and soul. Thank you for sharing.

  • @lanej6294
    @lanej6294 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for posting.

  • @BeachGospel
    @BeachGospel 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for this. I liked it very much.

  • @bigshinytone
    @bigshinytone 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome, thanks for sharing.

  • @tribestribes2555
    @tribestribes2555 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a great guy. Do miss him very much. Thanks Tony for the way You helped me grov in guitar playing, without in any way had the oppertunity to meet him.

  • @buckhendrix
    @buckhendrix 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome! Thanks for sharing!

  • @maxmcgloin
    @maxmcgloin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was wonderful. Especially the audio at the end, I am going to send this to my daughters, to apply to everything they do in life.

  • @martymcpeak4748
    @martymcpeak4748 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    His philosophy on guitar and music was so simple. Be yourself. He was truly one of a kind and an inspiration to me and countless other guitarists from many different countries and walks of life. Godspeed Tony Rice.

  • @marksc1929
    @marksc1929 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ...Tony's a national treasure ....thx for posting 👍

  • @jessebfly
    @jessebfly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Miss Tony so much...thank you

  • @j.l.mckelvey7569
    @j.l.mckelvey7569 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, thanks!

  • @agnome1176
    @agnome1176 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awe ! THANX SO MUCH FOR THIS! I'LL need to find the time to watch this All the way through. . . .🤗Again!😉

  • @freighttrain9667
    @freighttrain9667 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    R.i.P. God bless you Tony!!!!! We will always miss you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!