Think about how odd this is: A video tribute to an anonymous gentleman works beautifully within a channel about music. Maybe that's the key to Rick's success... it's not just about instruction or appreciation. This channel makes us feel like we're all part of the same musical family. Me, you, Sting, Pat Metheny, Joni Mitchell, his friend Peter - just a bunch of friends talking the same language of notes, chords, melody lines, and solos. A lot of you mention Rick's quality of not talking down to his audience. That's because he's talking with us, not at us. I doubt any of us knew Peter Smart, but in this club of musical friends it feels like we lost one of our family members. RIP...
A wise old man is a gift to humankind. “Youth is wasted on the young” is a quote I have often heard from my 90 year old father. I’m sorry for your loss Rick. This brought a tear to my eye.
I lost my 29 years old son in a motorcycle accident about 18 months ago. It was the hardest thing I have ever experienced. There are no words to explain the grief that my wife and I experienced, and still do to this day. He left behind two small children, who have become so much more than just grandchildren to us now. They are our connection to him that we treasure.... About 8 months ago I was watching You Tube videos feeling pretty down. They were music related videos, songs, guitar videos, concert footage. That was when I decided to learn to play guitar. I have always had a deep love for music but never went further than being an enthusiastic listener. I realized that night that you only live once - make the most of it. Why not learn to play guitar? Noone knows how long you have on this earth, so make it count. Since then, I now have three guitars and I play every day. I'll never be good, I know that. At 53 years old just starting to learn I don't expect much, but I have learned a very important lesson in life, and that is treasure every moment. Rick, thank you for posting this video. It means a lot. Music is truly the voice of the soul.
My deepest condolences Darrell for you tragic loss, I cannot begin to have any understanding of the deep sadness you and your family continue to feel which my only be tempered in some part by the love of and for your Grandchildren. Best of luck with your venture into music. I hope this brings you enjoyment and peace.
I just was scrolling through videos, and saw your post about your son. My heart hurts so bad for you! There are no words on this earth that can take away one minute of your pain. I am a mom, mamaw, and this August a great grandma….I just can’t imagine the pain of losing a child no matter what the age. My love, and prayers follow you! Suzi …….Your last words touched me…to treasure every minute! You said it beautifully! 😇
My deepest condolences as I can only Imagine what this pain would be, not having kids on my own, but one small comment if I may, you will not be good but great, it is about doing the music we all love one way or the other.
Darrell reading your post, I was struck with emotion. My person, the love of my life, died unexpectedly on Oct 1, 2021. He was a guitarist and songwriter and younger than me. I have always been a music lover, a huge fan. When my boyfriend needed a drummer because his drummer flaked out on him, I started playing the drums. kind of filling in until he found a real drummer. Funny thing is, after rehearsing with him for a long time, he wanted me to perform with him. It is something I probably would not have done (learned to play the drums at 65) but I did. I am not great though, and know I will never be, but it was so much fun. I have not played since he passed away and I miss it. I am so sorry for the loss of your son, I know how painful it is to lose someone that is precious. I am sending you healing, peaceful vibes and wishing you a new year that brings you joy. Keep playing the guitar! It is good for the soul. And you will become better and better.
God bless you, your wife, his children and your whole family. I am sorry for your loss. It makes me happy to hear you are playing guitar and that it is pleasing to you. Wishing you well from Wisconsin.
Rick, that was a lovely tribute to a good man. I recently lost my 82 year old father to cancer, so this struck a chord. You’re a great musician, but your success is mainly due to the fact that you’re such a genuinely likable and warm human being. Not enough of those in the public domain and social media today. Thank you, Rick, and I’m sorry to hear about your friend.
Thank you for sharing this, I’m 69 and have had a couple of health scares but been lucky each time. I’m still a learner and always will be learning I love your channel and Rets. This was a truly remarkable man and I feel so humbled seeing this post. Thank you again for sharing this it’s been truly inspiring!
This is a perfect example of success through authenticity and service. Rick is such a class act. He spoke with this fan at 38,000 subscribers with intention of connection first, befriended him because they both love music, and then has this beautiful story to share with us. This channel is amazing.
and a reminder to us all, when we see an elder, that they are likely smart, funny, wacky people with great wisdom and stories to share. Yet we put them into that "they're just old" box and make them invisible. SO when you're standing next to an older person in line, or at a restaurant etc. make the effort to chat them up a bit. At the least you might brighten their day and at best you'll come away with a smile.
@@sarahdee374 Yes, yes. This is something I hope our societies can recover somehow, engagement with the older generation, rather than casting them aside in the name of progress or newness. Sure, they are not slick, and their sense of fashion is old, and they like old things and criticize the current fads, but they have passed through life and have something to share - that we must listen to and seriously consider. In the olden times, the elderly lived with their families until they passed. Sure, those societies were not intensely individualistic, and the care of the elderly is not a walk in the park, but you also got access to their wisdom, the stories of past generations through stories that helped to solidify the identification of the new ones, the support in raising little ones and giving them a set of embodied values. Of course, this all assumes a healthy family dynamic over generations, but the care of the elderly and incorporation somehow is part of what maintains families, civilizations and their cultures. Modernity cuts off that vital branch to the lives and lessons of the past that are very important to navigating into the future.
This is kind of the best thing about good people using their platform to spread a message or hobby.. It works best when it's on the micro and the macro level of communication. When i was a photographer of maybe 5 years, I sent an email to an extremely successful photographer. Thinking "maybe his PA will respond, or maybe nothing will happen.." I got back a really good response with some great tips and encouragement.. I bumped into the same guy at a photography festival, he remembered my name and bought me a drink. It was no skin off his nose, and apparently he did this lots.
This video has done Peter proud. A guy whose clear warmth was confined only to those who met him is now saved in posterity and Peter Smart no longer just belongs to small town U.K., but you’ve given him to the World. As sad and as painful as loss is, you’ve given him, his family and the world a gift I’ve always believed that we may never change the world, but we can change the world for one person. If we do that, we’ve not wasted a single breath or a single step. Peter has done this You have done this
Yes, as another fan, former music teacher that is 83, Rick has touched and influenced so many that he will not have the pleasure of meeting, but such an honor to know OF him is to love all he does for our mutual mistress, MUSIC!
Hey Rick, I’m 17 and music has been my passion for more than half my life. I’m the age of the internet you can find both completely useless information but also, if you’re lucky you might come across a channel like yours. The things you teach on this channel impact more people in more amazing ways than you could know. Genuinely from the bottom of my heart. Thank you Rick. You’re an inspiration to many and your words are going to bless the art we create.
It is more difficult now than it used to be until 6 years ago to find a good TH-cam-channel. The internet is a blessing and a curse, don't get sucked up by it, use it to your advantage to learn.
Rylan, I was around 10 when the internet was available to us, and there were 3 websites, that each took an hour to load. I was 23 when TH-cam came out, and you are absolutely spot on, there is so much bullshit on the internet now. Rick Beato is one of the most authentic, knowledgeable and legitimate channels I've ever found. You have a huge advantage learning music now, we had to read poorly translated tab when I was a kid lol
I don't know if there would be any other influencer ever doing such a sincere tribute to a fan. It takes an extraordinary soul. RIP Peter. And salutes Mr.Beato
I guess he’s an influencer. He is in rarefied air. One of the most genuine people online. We’d all be lucky to meet death as Peter did: still playing music, loving family, and clearly at least one very good friend.
I don't post anything on here. I have a rollercoaster musical life touring Europe while living in Norway. I've been in the music game for over 30 years and seen its changed. Worked for Sony Ireland before the BMG tie. Watching what you do Rick brings a sense there is still hope for music (rather than the autotune rubbish) Your genuine mannerisms are such a compliment to your wealth of experience in life and your chosen career. This brought tears and I lost two heros, my grandfather (famous Irish Painter) and mother who brought music into my life and taught me lessons on the dance of life. Your perseverances I salute and leave you with this from a line in a song I wrote. "And as time goes by and people change. At least I won't have left an empty page". Please keep doing what you do. It's truly beautiful in every way. Eli
Having survived a massive heart attack and quadruple bypass surgery in 2017, this really hits home, I got a second chance to live, should I expire anytime soon, I would hope someone would grace my memory with a lovely and heart felt memorial as you have done for your dear friend Peter Smart. Very touching and deeply caring, the world needs more people like you.
I don't ever leave likes on videos, but I left a like on this. I didn't know the man, but that made me choke up a little. I'm sure we're all familiar with the pain of loss. Sorry for your loss, Rick, and prayers to Peter's family.
My husband passed away unexpectedly just a few days after Peter. Your Seattle show was the last “concert” we went to together. I’m glad you could have that friendship with Peter. You really do brighten the lives of so many people.
@@RickBeato Thank you. It’s been hard, as I think you know. It was a blessing we got to go to your show. Thank you for coming out. Hope you are doing okay.
At 41 years young I’m now noticing the slowly increasing frequency with which my elders are passing on… and I’m finding it incredibly difficult to come to terms with the new status quo. Looks like its not going to get any easier. Thank you for sharing, Rick. I am sorry for the loss of your dear friend. RIP Peter, my condolences to your family and loved ones.
I haven't the foggiest idea how this video came to be suggested to me. I'm sitting here crying. Little things told me to keep listening. Peter was born in 1930, the same year as my father was born. Peter passed on August 20th, my birthday. Like a whisper - "listen". I don't seek musicians out, but I'm learning to listen when they speak. I could not begin to explain all the things that brought forth this idea in me - learning to sing acappella in church as a kid; a novel I read; my mother's intimate relationship with the Word of God in the six weeks between her first stroke and her death; Mozart's last Requiem ("call me among the blessed"), none of it being as spectacular or pretentious as it must sound. But the thought was that if God spoke us into being, then it was the vibration of His voice that breathed life into everything. He could take a lump of clay and turn it into the sound waves of His voice. Meaning we are God's music. That is why musicians and singers - the wise men and women who study these vibrations - can make even those of us who feel like lumps of clay remember that we were spoken into being. It's a thought anyway. My father passed on August 7, 2020. He was a hard man who had forgotten who I was by the time he died. So there was no last loving moment or reconciliation. He wasn't like Peter or even Rick. But in a better time, Daddy did introduce me to "How Great Thou Art" in 4-part harmony. He introduced me to Bing Crosby, Perry Como, John Denver, Lawrence Welk, and Hee Haw on Saturday nights. Plus letting my brother and I play one side of a Beach Boys album on our record player as we lay in our beds trying to go to sleep. It wasn't a bad start to understanding that music is part of everything. And so now, because this video popped up in my feed, I've shared part of my grief journey on unsuspecting people. I'm sorry, Rick, for the loss of your friend. As a little lump of clay who needed some reminders, thank you to you and all of your followers who help make it possible for you to be here. xo c
My father passed away from a sudden heart attack a bit over a week ago. This video was a hard watch.. but it's inspiring to see humans in this light none the less. You're a good man Rick. I'm sorry for your loss brotha
It’s tough. I lost Dad a few years ago and Mom at the beginning of this (2022) year. All I can do is think about the good times and what great people they were. GOD bless you and I know it’s not easy, but stay strong.
Rick, What a beautiful tribute to your friend Peter Smart. I’m 76 and started my love of music at an early age. I’m a closet guitarists. I suffer from red light fright. I have played everyday for 68 years. Alone in my office or family room I have tried to better my skills. Ten years ago my wife and I moved into a new home. Our next door neighbors are the age of my children. One evening Rob brought out his guitar. My wife said David plays. Next thing I know I’m playing with someone in front of people. I’m singing songs the young people have never heard. I grew up with the best of music. I had an argument with my 97 year old Mother regarding Rap. I said I don’t like Rap. Her response was you haven’t heard good Rap. My Mother played her baby grand everyday. The month before she passed I stopped to visit. I asked her to play for me. She jumped up to the piano. She looked at the keys and said I don’t know what to play. I said Mom play scales, knowing she had done this daily. She started to cry. I don’t know how. Thirty days laters she passed. Her loss of music was the end. Today I’m in stage four cancer and the value of music keeps me going. I’m not very good but still having fun after all these years. Watching on TH-cam you, Mary, Paul David, and others continue to bring joy into my life. Thank you for your contribution to music. I hope I will someday meet you at the NAMM. Thank you, David Willey
Your comment says so much about the universal appeal of music that trascends borders and age groups, and how - in many cases - as for Peter and for you, music keeps us young and provides entertainment and, often, comfort. I wish you well with your treatment. Keep playing. PS have taken up piano lessons for the third time in my life (I got to grade 5 but now it's just for fun, no exams), after my daughter decided to do less piano and more saxophone. Music making brings much joy. I am a closet player too - maybe I can change like you did!
Mr.Willey, it's i hope you are having fun. Music's sole purpose is to have fun. Fun is what keeps us going, music is too. Despite the hardships. At some point every single one of us will end up the same, life is for fun.
It's honorable of you, Rick, to publicly acknowledge the passing of your friend Peter and to pay tribute to him in this way. Well done. It says a lot about both you and Peter, who sounds like a great guy to have had as a friend. My condolences to you and Peter's family. Carpe diem, everyone.
What a beautiful tribute. What separates your channel from so many others isnt just the breadth of your intellect and your heartfelt enthusiasm, but your humanity. Which, after all, is the essence of great music. Well done, Rick. And my deepest sympathy for your loss.
I really like your comment. I've always felt like I vote on TH-cam with my subscriptions. There's a very good reason that I subscribe, I have to feel like I can relate as a human with the creator on a real level. There are so many creators that would've used this topic to get more views and clout. But I know Rick's heart was in this, just like all his videos.
Thanks Rick for a beautiful, heartfelt tribute to an amazing life. I've worked in cardiology about 19 years. A heart attack is life changing at any age. It also changes the lives of those around the patient, regardless of outcome. It's so easy for us to take the next day, year for granted. I'm grateful to work in a field that constantly reminds me to savor the moment!
I’d like to posthumously praise.Peter for his excellent work and life ethic. I’m nearing life’s completion too and appreciate every new day. A major stroke and sub-dermal hematoma has left me in comfortably healthy but cerebraly challenged and unable to perform the jobs I’d looked forward to in retirement. I take my brain food and look forward for improvement while working on easier projects. Thank you Peter for reminding us to keep living with gusto.
Rick: One of the reasons your many followers love you and your channel is encapsulated in this video. Not only are you a superior musician, teacher, and interviewer, your humanity and humility show through. You mean something to people and you make a difference in the often difficult, but fulfilling, world of music. For you, Music seems to be a journey-as it obviously was to Peter Smart-not a race. A marathon, not a sprint. Thank you.
Man, I'm up at 3:45 am watching this. I write eulogies as part of my job as a speechwriter, and Rick, you did everything a eulogy should do. You shared your love for a dear friend. Good friends are hard to find, and I'm glad you found one in Peter. Ultimately, as you know, it's not how many chords you know or if you have the fanciest devices. It's the love you have between others. Carry on, rock on, and keep spreading great ideas about music.
Thank you for sharing the tribute to your friend Peter. I am 83 years old, and do not consider myself a musician, but I still watch your videos to learn and keep me motivated. You make us feel like family by bonding us with your musical talent, and it always hurts when we lose a family member. Condolences to you and Peter's family.
There are so many great musicians that will never be recognized or heard. The most important thing is the music. Thank you for recognizing this man and his family.
You’re killing me, Rick. You’re goddamn killing me. I’m sitting here bawling my eyes out. Who knew that in that Italian badass lived such a tender heart! God keep blessing you, youngster. You’re a gem.
Dear Rick: This video is a lovely lovely tribute to your friend and his family will be very thankfull for your words. Another thing i´d like to tell you is that , as humble as you are, you don´t have the slighest idea of what an impact your work has on us, your suscribers. Being a simple music teacher in Argentina, I encourage my students to use your channel as a source of inspiration and knowledge. Sorry for your loss. Big hug
That brought a tear to my eye, I remember when you first mentioned Peter - I loved that with him being in the UK like myself you two had a friendship through your generosity with your book and a shared love of music. At 91 he lived an amazingly long life through amazing times, I'm 53 and have been stage 4 for two years now. Life sometimes isn't as long as we'd like it to be, but I've found your channel a real comfort and it's heartwarming that Peter and his family actually know you. And heartwarming you shared your news with your community.
Neil, when I was 51 I was diagnosed with testicular cancer that had spread all through abdomen and chest and they gave me a 5% chance of surviving. Through the prayers of many and the guided hands of many doctors I am now almost 65 and have been clear for 11 years. I wish the best for you! We never know how much time we have left here so, like me, enjoy the gift of music forever!
@@gregmiller7123 Hey Greg, thank you :-) Like you mine has appeared throughout my abdomen and stomach muscles etc., you learn to look back and not to sweat the small stuff, wishing all along you could only worry about the small stuff. I'm so happy you've got to 65, that's so amazing - I love music. Thank you again, stay well.
A beautiful tribute, Rick. I’m approaching 70 in January and join many my age who are starkly becoming aware of their mortality. I too, started guitar at 12 and been around. And never stopped learning or trying new stuff. (Hey, I’ve jammed with Barney Kessel’s grand-nephew, Mike Kessel…haha…but I have nothing on Peter’s legacy.) What a guy! And thank you for sharing this. I’ve been a subscriber on my other channel for years and you never disappoint. Now, I will raise a toast to Peter Smart! Peace and Godspeed!
Hi Rick, first let me jut say RIP and Glory Peter and Claire! What a beautiful tribute to an awesome person you came to meet late in his life but nonetheless so rewarding and fulfilling as many of our true friendships we’ve had for a whole lifetime! All those years packed into just a few! You are definitely blessed to have known Peter! Thank you for making this video, Rick, I’ve been going through some tough times lately! I’m a 70 yr old widow, flower child of the sixties who attended the Woodstock Music and Art Festival in August of 1969. This has kind of restored my faith in humanity! I needed to hear this! Glad I found your channel! New subscriber! With friendship and appreciation, Cathyl❤☮️🕊
this video really sums up what this Channel is all about. We study music, decode songs, learn about scales - but at the end of the day, this is a music appreciation channel, and music does to us what it does best: bring us together. it creates bonds and friendship. I’m happy that Rick is willing to open up about this relation he had with Peter, because it shows us the outcome of music. my condolences.
Beautiful tribute, Rick. At 80 years old, my Dad lost the love of his life, my mom. They were married for over 50 years. At 81 years old, my father picked up a guitar for the first time and he so enjoyed tinkering with it. He also discovered that he loved painting. He asked me one day "Why don't you play anymore?" I told him, "I'm really busy with work." He said, "You should be playing music and making more art." "Life is short, son". Little did I know that he'd lose his life to COVID-19 back in July of 2020. After he passed away, I decided to form a band, in honor of my father. We're called The Ticking Clocks. It's a reminder that time is precious. We have two songs being released this Friday. I know my Dad is looking down from Heaven, smiling... - Manny
Very sorry for your loss. Covid has robbed so many of us of our loved ones. Life is indeed a lot shorter than we would like. Well done for stealing time away from a busy life to create something that will potentially last forever. I wonder if you are a Rush fan? Your band name sounds like something Neil Peart would have penned. Please post a link to your songs if you upload them anywhere. Would love to give them a spin. All the very best and keep stealing time!
A beautiful friendship. I love that music has no real boundaries, especially age. I was at an ELO concert in 2019 with my daughter, and sitting next to us, by himself, was a wonderful elderly gent, clearly in his late 80s. I said "are you a long time ELO fan?" and he said "no, I discovered them on TH-cam 2 weeks ago, saw this show was in town, found a ticket for this one seat and here I am. Jeff Lynne is fantastic!" I just about cried with joy.
We've all lost Peter. Music brings all of us together here. Our many many differences don't matter, our love of music is what joins us in this space. Rick this is a beautiful and befitting tribute to such classy and cool member of our community. Here's to our friend Peter.
I’m 66. When I was 18 I went down an insane white water river with an instructor in a two man kayak. I asked him what the secret was to staying upright. His reply was ‘Just keep paddling hard’. True about kayaking. True about life. Curiosity and life long learning are the things that make tomorrow look better than today. Good on ya RB and good on ya Peter. RIP.
Man, what a wonder tribute. Your kind words and the sharing of you and Peter’s brief relationship is deeply touching. Thank you for what you do for the community.
You’re a good man Rick Beato. I too lost a very good friend/musician two weeks ago. Your eulogy paralleled what I would say about my friend Colin. Thank you for posting this; it helped. Very sorry for your loss.
RIP Peter. He really seemed like the kind of person that doesn’t come around often. Sorry for your loss, Rick. At least you had the chance to be friends with such a great person.
We're your extended family, Rick. If it affects you, it affects us. This was heartfelt enough to bring tears to my eyes as I could see the hurt in yours. Please remember that proportionate to the depth of pain we feel when we lose a loved one, so too is the length, width, breadth and depth of love we held for them in life. You're a good man as was your friend Peter. Rest easy, Sir.
Ok, now I'm cryin'. 62 year old man moved and touch by this Rick. Thank you for this. And thank you for all you do for us all out here. Peace and love, Kevin Shalom
What a beautiful and moving tribute. Peter sounds like he was an amazing gentleman who enjoyed living, loving and sharing his love of all things music. Thank you Rick for sharing this touching message about Peter and convey to his family that without having met him there are so many of us who follow your channel who are now blessed in some small way just by learning about this remarkable man of music. 🎶R.I.P. Peter 🎶
My girlfriend often jokingly calls me "heartless" because I do rarely cry, but my God this got me. Beautiful tribute Rick. Sorry to hear about losing your friend.
Rick, I just subscribed to your channel. I am not a guitar player or musician of any kind. I watch your videos because I love listening to music and love your "What Makes This Song Great" series. I have been watching them for a number of months now. What a lovely tribute to your friend Peter. I was in tears. I am 66 and lost my wife 5 years ago to cancer. When someone we love leaves us the emptiness is unimaginable. The grief is constant. You learn to live with it. What you have done for Peter and his family is one of the greatest gifts you can give, friendship. Well done Rick.
Thank you, Rick, for such a beautiful and heartfelt tribute to a wonderful friend. You brought me to tears. No matter how difficult it is to say goodbye to such friends, we must keep ourselves tender to such loss. Compassion comes from these experiences. Blessings to you.
Gotta add this Rick. Henry Diltz, who you may know, was basically the photographer for the Eagles. When the Eagles finally broke up after the Long Run, he was asked how he felt about it and he said something I will never forget. Basically, his message was that you can lament that 'they' are gone or..."how cool is it that it even happened".
I just lost my Dad , he was 99 and 7 months, loved music, played piano and sang with His Barbershop Choir right up to 5 months before he died. This was such a lovely tribute to an obviously lovely man . Thank you Rick and the family. ❤
Wow! Congratulations to your dad for living a long, wonderful life. Congratulations to you for experiencing life with him. My mother passed away at 96 years old last year, and like your dad, enjoyed life right till the end. Let’s do that, too! One way to enjoy life is to keep in touch with Rick Beato’s channel and his materials. Scratching our heads at the high level of his knowledge and skill will keep us engaged and young, I swear! Keep growing!
What BHS chorus did you dad sing with? My dad spend 60 years with four choruses before and after his retirement as an engineer, including 14 years with the Masters of Harmony from southern California. Barbershop is a small world (and getting smaller as the world changes), but maybe your dad and mine crossed paths somewhere in barbershop.
Sorry for your loss. I lost my dad a year ago in August the day after his 87th. He inspired me to do so much tho I never caught the golf bug he had… He was my total hero and a veteran of Korea and Nam. He also was one of the honor guards for a time at Arlington and a bugler, a marine and airman. We traveled a LOT and music was our friend… Thank you Rick for sharing about your friend Peter. Sorry for the loss of a good friend! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Hello Malcolm, can I ask you what he did during WW2? I thing it's so cool hearing what they did during those years. Whether in factory or driving a supply truck in Europe to support the troops.
Being a good human trumps being a good musician any day. Being great at both is truly a gift that is to be treasured. Beautiful post. You’re a rare breed Rick. And my condolences to Peter and his family. It sounds like he had a life well lived.
Rick Thank you for making this video When you talked about giving Peter your book I was touched enough to tell you how much I appreciate everything your share with us all It’s 2024 and I’m 64 When I’m sixty four 🎶😎 When I was young I always wanted to play the guitar I fell in love with Jeff Beck when I heard him on There and Back Jeff is still my favorite guitarist When I heard Cause We Ended As Lovers I knew I could never play guitar as well as him and I gave up I was 16 I never owned a guitar until I turned 60 a few years ago Then I started watching guitar video channels like yours I realized that I had wanted to learn guitar for the wrong reasons I wanted to be the best I wanted to be famous I wanted to be heard by others I didn’t know how to just learn for the pure enjoyment of learning You are one of the first people who taught me to just play for myself and not worry about anyone else ever hearing me play I spent 50 years playing the Harmonica because I was a natural at it It was never difficult for me I had a nack for it and never appreciated my ability because it seemed too easy Now I finally own a guitar It’s a cheap Les Paul Epiphone 100 and it suits me fine. I’m not very good at it I have neuropathy in my hands and it’s very difficult to play I started using 8 gauge strings because of my hands Thank you Rick 😎🎸🎶☮️
Rest in peace Peter. Condolences to his family. What a legend to still be learning and still be excited to be playing and talking about music. The world needs more Peters. Sorry for your loss Rick.
Your channel is a must for all of us. Not just the musicians, but for all of us who revere respect, courtesy and just common decency. All of us who have hearts that are full of love and kindness.. It is clear , this is who you are. Thank you.
My condolences for your loss Rick. Sounds like the world lost a good man. Thank you for sharing about your friendship and the life of this lovely gentleman. :)
Ahhh man, this is what makes You Tube so special. Thank you for letting me get a glimpse into your friendship with Peter Smart. What a lovely thing it is this love we can have one for another. That’s God in us, that love we have for others.
Rick, I have no words. I just sang at my cousin's funeral, couple hours ago. You're words were moving because they were from the heart. It was beautifully apparent, how deep and real your friendship was. God bless you, and continued success and joy through the magic of music.
Recently lost my dad last year who I took care of for over a decade. He was a 100% disabled Vietnam veteran. And I’m a 46 year old uS Navy Officer and Chaplain and found this channel last year when my dad passed and it has been a real saving grace for me. I’m a lefty guitarist and love the guitar and love this channel. God bless you and the channel.
@@JohnJohnson-fl2fr I'm probably just as Left as you are (if not more so…)John BUT remember young kids (especially poor kids) didn't always have the financing from Mom and Dad (or whomever)to go "hang out" in Canada for 4 years to avoid the draft. Some of them were just not politically mature enough at 18 y.o., after being bulldozed by American propaganda all of their youth to make such decisions about military service. There are lots of Vietnam vets who are some of the most profound anti-war protestors that you could imagine: as a reslt of their eye-opening experiences. Remember it's the system that sent them to war NOT the soldiers themselves… (I could continue, but this is just youboob…)
Thank you for ur service and ur father’s service! Without brave men like you guys we wouldn’t have our freedom in the best country in the world, God Bless you both and I’m sorry for you’re loss buddy.
Sorry for your loss Rick. I just subscribed to your channel I love your take on music and it's nice to see you break it all down for all of us music lovers. RIP Peter 🙏🙏
Thank you Rick for your lovely tribute. Something struck me during your video. There is something about being a musician that involves telling the truth. I want to thank you for reminding me of that, as a musician who has experienced difficult times. Thank you to both you and Peter, and thank you for honoring your bond with him in making this video. There is a lot of "fog" in the world these days. Watching this video, I feel reconnected with "truth," as a musician, and person. That's the best I can do to explain how I feel. There's something special about being a musician and an appreciator of arts. Thank you Rick and rest in peace Peter.
Dear Rick, he’s not the only one you have touched and inspired. I think I speak for a lot of us subscribers, you make us feel like part of the family. Thank you! Keep doing what you’re doing! Harold
Jesus Christ died for our sins, rose from the dead, and gives salvation to everyone who has faith in him. True faith in Jesus will have you bear good fruit and *drastically* change for the better! Those led by the Holy Spirit do not abide in wickedness. 👍🏾 *God is ONE manifesting himself as THREE;* the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit! Bless him! *For these three are one.* As I am led by the Holy Spirit, nothing I state is a lie, but the truth of God. Anyone who tells you differently is misinformed or a liar. They do not know God, nor led by him. Anyone who *claims* to be a Christian and is against what I am doing, and where I am doing it; the Holy Spirit does not dwell within them, they lack understanding. They know not God, read his word, and their religion is in vain. Do not hear them, they will mislead you, the lost cannot guide the lost.
When you trust in God and cast your cares (worries, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts) upon him, they will be NO MORE! Know that there is power in the name Jesus Christ! His name casts out demons and heals! The world is wicked, evil, and of the devil. I too, was a wicked sinner of the world before I opened my heart to God. I am living proof of God's work and fruitfulness! He is an active God who hears the prayers of his! God's children are set apart (holy) and righteous. The devil is a liar that comes to steal, to kill, and to destroy; that includes your relationship with God!
Age has no barrier in music, improvised music, painting sculpture. all the Arts. Art Blakey once said 'don't look back' keep moving forward live in the moment, because . if you can do that, loving what you do then 'Yours is the world and everything that's in it.' -- Kipling.
Man I just found this tribute today and I really feel the heartfelt homage you are paying to your friend. It brings tears to my eyes tho I didn’t know Peter Sharing your loss with all of us that follow you is a testament to the kinship and fellowship that all musicians share and even more so in this new era of what it means and is to be a musician.
What a beautiful tribute to your friend. While we sometimes decry the technology that surrounds us, it's undeniable that technology allowed you to make a close connection to Peter. Sorry for your loss.
This is what sets you apart from a lot of other TH-camrs Rick. You’re here for the Peter Smarts of this world not just the Stings and the Joni Mitchells. Keep on doing what you’re doing! From another old guy guitarist from England.
Starting to learn at 58. Never too late. RIP Peter. I hope it is God's will that I too can one day appreciate the beauty of music and its composition, as you (and Rick) so clearly do.
The only happy note here is that for six years Peter and Rick had a lovely, enriching, encouraging friendship. And that friendship spread to others and in Riched their lives as well. Such friendships are wonderful, life-giving and priceless.
Peter sounds like an awesome person. Someone who knows you never stop living just because you reach a certain age. Kept practicing playing, sight reading, innovating, learning and playing and loving music. He's an inspiration to us all, RIP Peter!
I'm two minutes into this video and I think I know where this is going. It is inevitable, but is always hard to come to terms with. Our condolences, Rick. No matter how old they are, the friends and family we lose always stun us.
I think that shows the true love of music. I am 66 years old and I start my day with a one hour long guitar "workout", then I play off and on all day long. And the one thing that makes me genuinely smile, its the sound of my guitar coming out of the speakers. Either the timbre of the sound itself, or a particular passage that I feel I did well...the smile is real. Sad to hear a good man is no longer with us, they are a wealth of knowledge and experience....keep playing, they will hear you.
To Mr. Rick Beato, There is a valuable lesson in all your work, teachings and knowledge, and that is that you remain humble, kind and real to who and what you are. Much like your friendship with Peter, you remind me of my music teacher and band director Luis Bruso. You share and teach to the masses all the while and never ask anything, only to listen, learn and be involved. Mr. Beato to many of us that have never had the fortune to meet you, you remain a teacher, a guide and a friend. May God bless you and yours, and much success to you, from all the friends you touch and may never meet.
So sorry for your loss , Rick . Your love and vulnerability makes this not just a channel , but a community . You’ve reminded us all of the “social” part of social media.
Hard to imagine most youtubers being this affected by the passing of one of their subscribers. Hell, it's hard to imagine most youtubers even forming such a bond of friendship with a subscriber in the first place. You're one of the real ones, Rick. And it sounds like Peter was a great guy too.
The greatness of a man like Rick can be recognized by the fact that among the 3 million people who follow his channel, he manages to create true relationships. Great respect to Rick. My thoughts for Peter
What a lovely tribute! Thank you for sharing your memories with us, even though it was obviously quite painful for you. It's these personal touches, your respect and humanity, that keeps me coming back to your videos :)
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You enrich a lot of lives Rick
Very good
Gud
Gud
You can make people's lives easier
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Think about how odd this is: A video tribute to an anonymous gentleman works beautifully within a channel about music. Maybe that's the key to Rick's success... it's not just about instruction or appreciation. This channel makes us feel like we're all part of the same musical family. Me, you, Sting, Pat Metheny, Joni Mitchell, his friend Peter - just a bunch of friends talking the same language of notes, chords, melody lines, and solos. A lot of you mention Rick's quality of not talking down to his audience. That's because he's talking with us, not at us. I doubt any of us knew Peter Smart, but in this club of musical friends it feels like we lost one of our family members. RIP...
Thank you 🙏🏻
Well said.
This, exactly.
We’re all playing in the same band………..God speed Peter.
Amen brother.
A wise old man is a gift to humankind. “Youth is wasted on the young” is a quote I have often heard from my 90 year old father. I’m sorry for your loss Rick. This brought a tear to my eye.
That's only half the quote. Youth is wasted on the young, and wisdom is wasted on the old.
Amen!
A less divisive rendering of the same idea from French: "Si jeunesse savait, si vieillesse pouvait"
"If youth only knew; if age only could"
@@chases.3763 divisive? Interesting perspective.
@@mattc.883 Thank you sir
I lost my 29 years old son in a motorcycle accident about 18 months ago. It was the hardest thing I have ever experienced. There are no words to explain the grief that my wife and I experienced, and still do to this day. He left behind two small children, who have become so much more than just grandchildren to us now. They are our connection to him that we treasure.... About 8 months ago I was watching You Tube videos feeling pretty down. They were music related videos, songs, guitar videos, concert footage. That was when I decided to learn to play guitar. I have always had a deep love for music but never went further than being an enthusiastic listener. I realized that night that you only live once - make the most of it. Why not learn to play guitar? Noone knows how long you have on this earth, so make it count. Since then, I now have three guitars and I play every day. I'll never be good, I know that. At 53 years old just starting to learn I don't expect much, but I have learned a very important lesson in life, and that is treasure every moment. Rick, thank you for posting this video. It means a lot. Music is truly the voice of the soul.
My deepest condolences Darrell for you tragic loss, I cannot begin to have any understanding of the deep sadness you and your family continue to feel which my only be tempered in some part by the love of and for your Grandchildren. Best of luck with your venture into music. I hope this brings you enjoyment and peace.
I just was scrolling through videos, and saw your post about your son. My heart hurts so bad for you! There are no words on this earth that can take away one minute of your pain. I am a mom, mamaw, and this August a great grandma….I just can’t imagine the pain of losing a child no matter what the age. My love, and prayers follow you! Suzi …….Your last words touched me…to treasure every minute! You said it beautifully! 😇
My deepest condolences as I can only Imagine what this pain would be, not having kids on my own, but one small comment if I may, you will not be good but great, it is about doing the music we all love one way or the other.
Darrell reading your post, I was struck with emotion. My person, the love of my life, died unexpectedly on Oct 1, 2021. He was a guitarist and songwriter and younger than me. I have always been a music lover, a huge fan. When my boyfriend needed a drummer because his drummer flaked out on him, I started playing the drums. kind of filling in until he found a real drummer. Funny thing is, after rehearsing with him for a long time, he wanted me to perform with him. It is something I probably would not have done (learned to play the drums at 65) but I did. I am not great though, and know I will never be, but it was so much fun. I have not played since he passed away and I miss it.
I am so sorry for the loss of your son, I know how painful it is to lose someone that is precious. I am sending you healing, peaceful vibes and wishing you a new year that brings you joy.
Keep playing the guitar! It is good for the soul. And you will become better and better.
God bless you, your wife, his children and your whole family. I am sorry for your loss. It makes me happy to hear you are playing guitar and that it is pleasing to you. Wishing you well from Wisconsin.
Rick, that was a lovely tribute to a good man. I recently lost my 82 year old father to cancer, so this struck a chord. You’re a great musician, but your success is mainly due to the fact that you’re such a genuinely likable and warm human being. Not enough of those in the public domain and social media today. Thank you, Rick, and I’m sorry to hear about your friend.
I lost my father due to cancer as well back in June. It's quite the rollercoaster ride of emotions... Music is the best healer.
Very good video Guitar Man
My thoughts are with you, lost my dad to cancer at 78. Still sucks :)
@@cherinoelke Yeah, it never gets easier but somehow you just press forward. Mine was 82 just shy of 83. Sorry for your loss as well.
Thank you for sharing this, I’m 69 and have had a couple of health scares but been lucky each time. I’m still a learner and always will be learning I love your channel and Rets.
This was a truly remarkable man and I feel so humbled seeing this post. Thank you again for sharing this it’s been truly inspiring!
The world needs more people like Rick and Peter.
So true.
Yes beautiful story
indeed it does, there is far more to learn here than just music
It’s true. Sometimes my guitar teacher and I would just talk for the hour lesson and almost not play a hint.
It’s true. Sometimes my guitar teacher and I would just talk for the hour lesson and almost not play a thing.
This is a perfect example of success through authenticity and service. Rick is such a class act. He spoke with this fan at 38,000 subscribers with intention of connection first, befriended him because they both love music, and then has this beautiful story to share with us. This channel is amazing.
Yes
Yes
and a reminder to us all, when we see an elder, that they are likely smart, funny, wacky people with great wisdom and stories to share. Yet we put them into that "they're just old" box and make them invisible. SO when you're standing next to an older person in line, or at a restaurant etc. make the effort to chat them up a bit. At the least you might brighten their day and at best you'll come away with a smile.
@@sarahdee374 Yes, yes. This is something I hope our societies can recover somehow, engagement with the older generation, rather than casting them aside in the name of progress or newness. Sure, they are not slick, and their sense of fashion is old, and they like old things and criticize the current fads, but they have passed through life and have something to share - that we must listen to and seriously consider.
In the olden times, the elderly lived with their families until they passed. Sure, those societies were not intensely individualistic, and the care of the elderly is not a walk in the park, but you also got access to their wisdom, the stories of past generations through stories that helped to solidify the identification of the new ones, the support in raising little ones and giving them a set of embodied values.
Of course, this all assumes a healthy family dynamic over generations, but the care of the elderly and incorporation somehow is part of what maintains families, civilizations and their cultures. Modernity cuts off that vital branch to the lives and lessons of the past that are very important to navigating into the future.
This is kind of the best thing about good people using their platform to spread a message or hobby.. It works best when it's on the micro and the macro level of communication.
When i was a photographer of maybe 5 years, I sent an email to an extremely successful photographer. Thinking "maybe his PA will respond, or maybe nothing will happen.." I got back a really good response with some great tips and encouragement.. I bumped into the same guy at a photography festival, he remembered my name and bought me a drink. It was no skin off his nose, and apparently he did this lots.
This video has done Peter proud.
A guy whose clear warmth was confined only to those who met him is now saved in posterity and Peter Smart no longer just belongs to small town U.K., but you’ve given him to the World.
As sad and as painful as loss is, you’ve given him, his family and the world a gift
I’ve always believed that we may never change the world, but we can change the world for one person. If we do that, we’ve not wasted a single breath or a single step.
Peter has done this
You have done this
Beautiful Gio! Thank you for this comment truly moving!
You enrich a lot of lives Rick. Most of us don't get Peter's chance to tell you. Thank you for caring.
Well said!
Yes, as another fan, former music teacher that is 83, Rick has touched and influenced so many that he will not have the pleasure of meeting, but such an honor to know OF him is to love all he does for our mutual mistress, MUSIC!
Perfectly expressed
Very true
My condolences to his family and u rick . So sad to see good people leave us when there's so many bad ones still breathing .
Hey Rick, I’m 17 and music has been my passion for more than half my life. I’m the age of the internet you can find both completely useless information but also, if you’re lucky you might come across a channel like yours. The things you teach on this channel impact more people in more amazing ways than you could know. Genuinely from the bottom of my heart. Thank you Rick. You’re an inspiration to many and your words are going to bless the art we create.
Couldn’t agree more. Wise words man
It is more difficult now than it used to be until 6 years ago to find a good TH-cam-channel. The internet is a blessing and a curse, don't get sucked up by it, use it to your advantage to learn.
17 ? Your wise beyond your years. Enjoy the ride !
Amen to that.
Rylan, I was around 10 when the internet was available to us, and there were 3 websites, that each took an hour to load. I was 23 when TH-cam came out, and you are absolutely spot on, there is so much bullshit on the internet now. Rick Beato is one of the most authentic, knowledgeable and legitimate channels I've ever found. You have a huge advantage learning music now, we had to read poorly translated tab when I was a kid lol
Rick, you’re a thoughtful and gracious person. The world could use more people like you.
Dude,
I'm only 71. Your musical acumen and respect is shared in my soul.
Onward.
My respect has peaked . You are not only a great resource for musicians. But also a dignified humanitarian.
My feelings exactly, well said.
I second that!! ❤
I don't know if there would be any other influencer ever doing such a sincere tribute to a fan. It takes an extraordinary soul. RIP Peter. And salutes Mr.Beato
Well said
I guess he’s an influencer. He is in rarefied air. One of the most genuine people online. We’d all be lucky to meet death as Peter did: still playing music, loving family, and clearly at least one very good friend.
Totally agree. Mr Beato was already on my list of goto TH-camrs but this video was the one that connected with me the most.
I don't post anything on here. I have a rollercoaster musical life touring Europe while living in Norway. I've been in the music game for over 30 years and seen its changed. Worked for Sony Ireland before the BMG tie. Watching what you do Rick brings a sense there is still hope for music (rather than the autotune rubbish) Your genuine mannerisms are such a compliment to your wealth of experience in life and your chosen career. This brought tears and I lost two heros, my grandfather (famous Irish Painter) and mother who brought music into my life and taught me lessons on the dance of life. Your perseverances I salute and leave you with this from a line in a song I wrote.
"And as time goes by and people change. At least I won't have left an empty page".
Please keep doing what you do. It's truly beautiful in every way.
Eli
Having survived a massive heart attack and quadruple bypass surgery in 2017, this really hits home, I got a second chance to live, should I expire anytime soon, I would hope someone would grace my memory with a lovely and heart felt memorial as you have done for your dear friend Peter Smart. Very touching and deeply caring, the world needs more people like you.
How are you doing?
I don't ever leave likes on videos, but I left a like on this. I didn't know the man, but that made me choke up a little. I'm sure we're all familiar with the pain of loss. Sorry for your loss, Rick, and prayers to Peter's family.
Nice seeing you here, love your channel
I subbed to your channel. 👍
My husband passed away unexpectedly just a few days after Peter. Your Seattle show was the last “concert” we went to together. I’m glad you could have that friendship with Peter. You really do brighten the lives of so many people.
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
@@RickBeato Thank you. It’s been hard, as I think you know. It was a blessing we got to go to your show. Thank you for coming out. Hope you are doing okay.
At 41 years young I’m now noticing the slowly increasing frequency with which my elders are passing on… and I’m finding it incredibly difficult to come to terms with the new status quo. Looks like its not going to get any easier. Thank you for sharing, Rick. I am sorry for the loss of your dear friend. RIP Peter, my condolences to your family and loved ones.
I haven't the foggiest idea how this video came to be suggested to me. I'm sitting here crying. Little things told me to keep listening. Peter was born in 1930, the same year as my father was born. Peter passed on August 20th, my birthday. Like a whisper - "listen". I don't seek musicians out, but I'm learning to listen when they speak.
I could not begin to explain all the things that brought forth this idea in me - learning to sing acappella in church as a kid; a novel I read; my mother's intimate relationship with the Word of God in the six weeks between her first stroke and her death; Mozart's last Requiem ("call me among the blessed"), none of it being as spectacular or pretentious as it must sound.
But the thought was that if God spoke us into being, then it was the vibration of His voice that breathed life into everything. He could take a lump of clay and turn it into the sound waves of His voice. Meaning we are God's music. That is why musicians and singers - the wise men and women who study these vibrations - can make even those of us who feel like lumps of clay remember that we were spoken into being. It's a thought anyway.
My father passed on August 7, 2020. He was a hard man who had forgotten who I was by the time he died. So there was no last loving moment or reconciliation. He wasn't like Peter or even Rick. But in a better time, Daddy did introduce me to "How Great Thou Art" in 4-part harmony. He introduced me to Bing Crosby, Perry Como, John Denver, Lawrence Welk, and Hee Haw on Saturday nights. Plus letting my brother and I play one side of a Beach Boys album on our record player as we lay in our beds trying to go to sleep. It wasn't a bad start to understanding that music is part of everything.
And so now, because this video popped up in my feed, I've shared part of my grief journey on unsuspecting people. I'm sorry, Rick, for the loss of your friend. As a little lump of clay who needed some reminders, thank you to you and all of your followers who help make it possible for you to be here.
xo
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My father passed away from a sudden heart attack a bit over a week ago. This video was a hard watch.. but it's inspiring to see humans in this light none the less. You're a good man Rick.
I'm sorry for your loss brotha
It’s tough. I lost Dad a few years ago and Mom at the beginning of this (2022) year. All I can do is think about the good times and what great people they were. GOD bless you and I know it’s not easy, but stay strong.
Im so sorry thank you for sharing and keep you head up
So sorry for your loss.. Sending you and your family positive loving thoughts and wishes. 🙏
I’m so sorry for your loss
Rick, What a beautiful tribute to your friend Peter Smart. I’m 76 and started my love of music at an early age. I’m a closet guitarists. I suffer from red light fright. I have played everyday for 68 years. Alone in my office or family room I have tried to better my skills. Ten years ago my wife and I moved into a new home. Our next door neighbors are the age of my children. One evening Rob brought out his guitar. My wife said David plays. Next thing I know I’m playing with someone in front of people. I’m singing songs the young people have never heard. I grew up with the best of music. I had an argument with my 97 year old Mother regarding Rap. I said I don’t like Rap. Her response was you haven’t heard good Rap. My Mother played her baby grand everyday. The month before she passed I stopped to visit. I asked her to play for me. She jumped up to the piano. She looked at the keys and said I don’t know what to play. I said Mom play scales, knowing she had done this daily. She started to cry. I don’t know how. Thirty days laters she passed. Her loss of music was the end. Today I’m in stage four cancer and the value of music keeps me going. I’m not very good but still having fun after all these years. Watching on TH-cam you, Mary, Paul David, and others continue to bring joy into my life. Thank you for your contribution to music. I hope I will someday meet you at the NAMM. Thank you, David Willey
Your comment says so much about the universal appeal of music that trascends borders and age groups, and how - in many cases - as for Peter and for you, music keeps us young and provides entertainment and, often, comfort.
I wish you well with your treatment. Keep playing.
PS have taken up piano lessons for the third time in my life (I got to grade 5 but now it's just for fun, no exams), after my daughter decided to do less piano and more saxophone. Music making brings much joy. I am a closet player too - maybe I can change like you did!
Get well soon, David. May your mother rest in piece. 🙏
Mr.Willey, it's i hope you are having fun. Music's sole purpose is to have fun. Fun is what keeps us going, music is too. Despite the hardships. At some point every single one of us will end up the same, life is for fun.
Get well soon Mr. Willey. Thank you for sharing your story with us. Greetings from Germany.
Enjoy each day and every note for as long as you can, Mr. Willey.
For all of its drawbacks, the constructive power of the internet is striking. Thank you, Rick, for sharing so much about your wonderful friend.
One of the nicest and heartfelt, truly heartfelt, tributes I have had the pleasure to listen to. Well done, my friend. Well done.
It's honorable of you, Rick, to publicly acknowledge the passing of your friend Peter and to pay tribute to him in this way. Well done. It says a lot about both you and Peter, who sounds like a great guy to have had as a friend. My condolences to you and Peter's family. Carpe diem, everyone.
Dad friendship with Rick was very special and gave him such joy
What a beautiful tribute. What separates your channel from so many others isnt just the breadth of your intellect and your heartfelt enthusiasm, but your humanity. Which, after all, is the essence of great music. Well done, Rick. And my deepest sympathy for your loss.
I really like your comment. I've always felt like I vote on TH-cam with my subscriptions. There's a very good reason that I subscribe, I have to feel like I can relate as a human with the creator on a real level. There are so many creators that would've used this topic to get more views and clout. But I know Rick's heart was in this, just like all his videos.
Thanks Rick for a beautiful, heartfelt tribute to an amazing life. I've worked in cardiology about 19 years. A heart attack is life changing at any age. It also changes the lives of those around the patient, regardless of outcome. It's so easy for us to take the next day, year for granted. I'm grateful to work in a field that constantly reminds me to savor the moment!
Thank you for working in this field.
I’d like to posthumously praise.Peter for his excellent work and life ethic. I’m nearing life’s completion too and appreciate every new day. A major stroke and sub-dermal hematoma has left me in comfortably healthy but cerebraly challenged and unable to perform the jobs I’d looked forward to in retirement. I take my brain food and look forward for improvement while working on easier projects. Thank you Peter for reminding us to keep living with gusto.
Rick: One of the reasons your many followers love you and your channel is encapsulated in this video. Not only are you a superior musician, teacher, and interviewer, your humanity and humility show through. You mean something to people and you make a difference in the often difficult, but fulfilling, world of music. For you, Music seems to be a journey-as it obviously was to Peter Smart-not a race. A marathon, not a sprint. Thank you.
indeed
Very true
Man, I'm up at 3:45 am watching this. I write eulogies as part of my job as a speechwriter, and Rick, you did everything a eulogy should do. You shared your love for a dear friend. Good friends are hard to find, and I'm glad you found one in Peter. Ultimately, as you know, it's not how many chords you know or if you have the fanciest devices. It's the love you have between others.
Carry on, rock on, and keep spreading great ideas about music.
Thank you for sharing the tribute to your friend Peter. I am 83 years old, and do not consider myself a musician, but I still watch your videos to learn and keep me motivated. You make us feel like family by bonding us with your musical talent, and it always hurts when we lose a family member. Condolences to you and Peter's family.
There are so many great musicians that will never be recognized or heard. The most important thing is the music. Thank you for recognizing this man and his family.
You’re killing me, Rick. You’re goddamn killing me. I’m sitting here bawling my eyes out. Who knew that in that Italian badass lived such a tender heart! God keep blessing you, youngster. You’re a gem.
Dear Rick: This video is a lovely lovely tribute to your friend and his family will be very thankfull for your words.
Another thing i´d like to tell you is that , as humble as you are, you don´t have the slighest idea of what an impact your work has on us, your suscribers.
Being a simple music teacher in Argentina, I encourage my students to use your channel as a source of inspiration and knowledge.
Sorry for your loss. Big hug
Yes, me too!
Me too, as a music teacher here in Dubai. Salute to all my fellow lover of music.
That brought a tear to my eye, I remember when you first mentioned Peter - I loved that with him being in the UK like myself you two had a friendship through your generosity with your book and a shared love of music. At 91 he lived an amazingly long life through amazing times, I'm 53 and have been stage 4 for two years now. Life sometimes isn't as long as we'd like it to be, but I've found your channel a real comfort and it's heartwarming that Peter and his family actually know you. And heartwarming you shared your news with your community.
Neil, when I was 51 I was diagnosed with testicular cancer that had spread all through abdomen and chest and they gave me a 5% chance of surviving. Through the prayers of many and the guided hands of many doctors I am now almost 65 and have been clear for 11 years. I wish the best for you! We never know how much time we have left here so, like me, enjoy the gift of music forever!
@@gregmiller7123 Hey Greg, thank you :-) Like you mine has appeared throughout my abdomen and stomach muscles etc., you learn to look back and not to sweat the small stuff, wishing all along you could only worry about the small stuff. I'm so happy you've got to 65, that's so amazing - I love music. Thank you again, stay well.
A beautiful tribute, Rick. I’m approaching 70 in January and join many my age who are starkly becoming aware of their mortality. I too, started guitar at 12 and been around. And never stopped learning or trying new stuff.
(Hey, I’ve jammed with Barney Kessel’s grand-nephew, Mike Kessel…haha…but I have nothing on Peter’s legacy.)
What a guy!
And thank you for sharing this. I’ve been a subscriber on my other channel for years and you never disappoint.
Now, I will raise a toast to Peter Smart!
Peace and Godspeed!
Hi Rick, first let me jut say RIP and Glory Peter and Claire! What a beautiful tribute to an awesome person you came to meet late in his life but nonetheless so rewarding and fulfilling as many of our true friendships we’ve had for a whole lifetime! All those years packed into just a few! You are definitely blessed to have known Peter! Thank you for making this video, Rick, I’ve been going through some tough times lately! I’m a 70 yr old widow, flower child of the sixties who attended the Woodstock Music and Art Festival in August of 1969. This has kind of restored my faith in humanity! I needed to hear this! Glad I found your channel! New subscriber! With friendship and appreciation, Cathyl❤☮️🕊
this video really sums up what this Channel is all about. We study music, decode songs, learn about scales - but at the end of the day, this is a music appreciation channel, and music does to us what it does best: bring us together. it creates bonds and friendship.
I’m happy that Rick is willing to open up about this relation he had with Peter, because it shows us the outcome of music.
my condolences.
HEAR! HEAR!
LOL- Are you going to burst into a chorus of Kumbaya now?
@@stoneysdead689 You having a bad day or something?
Beautiful tribute, Rick. At 80 years old, my Dad lost the love of his life, my mom. They were married for over 50 years. At 81 years old, my father picked up a guitar for the first time and he so enjoyed tinkering with it. He also discovered that he loved painting. He asked me one day "Why don't you play anymore?" I told him, "I'm really busy with work." He said, "You should be playing music and making more art." "Life is short, son". Little did I know that he'd lose his life to COVID-19 back in July of 2020. After he passed away, I decided to form a band, in honor of my father. We're called The Ticking Clocks. It's a reminder that time is precious. We have two songs being released this Friday. I know my Dad is looking down from Heaven, smiling... - Manny
What a powerful name.
Where can we get some Ticking Clocks?
that is a cool name for a band: " the ticking clocks" !
Lovely story. your dad plays through you and mum's watching with pride
Very sorry for your loss. Covid has robbed so many of us of our loved ones. Life is indeed a lot shorter than we would like. Well done for stealing time away from a busy life to create something that will potentially last forever. I wonder if you are a Rush fan? Your band name sounds like something Neil Peart would have penned. Please post a link to your songs if you upload them anywhere. Would love to give them a spin. All the very best and keep stealing time!
A beautiful friendship. I love that music has no real boundaries, especially age. I was at an ELO concert in 2019 with my daughter, and sitting next to us, by himself, was a wonderful elderly gent, clearly in his late 80s. I said "are you a long time ELO fan?" and he said "no, I discovered them on TH-cam 2 weeks ago, saw this show was in town, found a ticket for this one seat and here I am. Jeff Lynne is fantastic!" I just about cried with joy.
We've all lost Peter. Music brings all of us together here. Our many many differences don't matter, our love of music is what joins us in this space. Rick this is a beautiful and befitting tribute to such classy and cool member of our community. Here's to our friend Peter.
Rick so sorry you lost your friend. RIP Peter.
I’m 66. When I was 18 I went down an insane white water river with an instructor in a two man kayak. I asked him what the secret was to staying upright. His reply was ‘Just keep paddling hard’. True about kayaking. True about life. Curiosity and life long learning are the things that make tomorrow look better than today. Good on ya RB and good on ya Peter. RIP.
Man, what a wonder tribute. Your kind words and the sharing of you and Peter’s brief relationship is deeply touching. Thank you for what you do for the community.
You’re a good man Rick Beato. I too lost a very good friend/musician two weeks ago. Your eulogy paralleled what I would say about my friend Colin. Thank you for posting this; it helped. Very sorry for your loss.
RIP Peter. He really seemed like the kind of person that doesn’t come around often. Sorry for your loss, Rick. At least you had the chance to be friends with such a great person.
Unfortunately there are many great people out there who stayed quiet yet they are gems. You could find one anywhere.
Love how down home your video is!
Well… I didn’t expect to be crying this afternoon, but here I am. What a lovely tribute to your friend.
Me too. Rick is just so genuine.
Good on you Rick for not only maintaining your humanity while practicing social media-an art lost on most.🌿
This video will keep Peter's memory alive for a very long time. Wonderful tribute.
We're your extended family, Rick. If it affects you, it affects us. This was heartfelt enough to bring tears to my eyes as I could see the hurt in yours. Please remember that proportionate to the depth of pain we feel when we lose a loved one, so too is the length, width, breadth and depth of love we held for them in life. You're a good man as was your friend Peter. Rest easy, Sir.
Truth.
Couldn't agree more...well said...
Ok, now I'm cryin'. 62 year old man moved and touch by this Rick. Thank you for this. And thank you for all you do for us all out here. Peace and love, Kevin Shalom
I'm 72 and having a hard time seeing the screen. My condolences, Rick.
Me too man. Me too :)
That was a very sweet and heartfelt tribute to Peter. Well said, Rick Beato!
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What a beautiful and moving tribute. Peter sounds like he was an amazing gentleman who enjoyed living, loving and sharing his love of all things music. Thank you Rick for sharing this touching message about Peter and convey to his family that without having met him there are so many of us who follow your channel who are now blessed in some small way just by learning about this remarkable man of music. 🎶R.I.P. Peter 🎶
My girlfriend often jokingly calls me "heartless" because I do rarely cry, but my God this got me. Beautiful tribute Rick. Sorry to hear about losing your friend.
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Beautiful sentiment Ben. Thank you.
Rick, I just subscribed to your channel. I am not a guitar player or musician of any kind. I watch your videos because I love listening to music and love your "What Makes This Song Great" series. I have been watching them for a number of months now. What a lovely tribute to your friend Peter. I was in tears. I am 66 and lost my wife 5 years ago to cancer. When someone we love leaves us the emptiness is unimaginable. The grief is constant. You learn to live with it. What you have done for Peter and his family is one of the greatest gifts you can give, friendship. Well done Rick.
Thank you, Rick, for such a beautiful and heartfelt tribute to a wonderful friend. You brought me to tears. No matter how difficult it is to say goodbye to such friends, we must keep ourselves tender to such loss. Compassion comes from these experiences. Blessings to you.
Gotta add this Rick. Henry Diltz, who you may know, was basically the photographer for the Eagles. When the Eagles finally broke up after the Long Run, he was asked how he felt about it and he said something I will never forget. Basically, his message was that you can lament that 'they' are gone or..."how cool is it that it even happened".
I just lost my Dad , he was 99 and 7 months, loved music, played piano and sang with His Barbershop Choir right up to 5 months before he died. This was such a lovely tribute to an obviously lovely man . Thank you Rick and the family. ❤
Wow! Congratulations to your dad for living a long, wonderful life. Congratulations to you for experiencing life with him. My mother passed away at 96 years old last year, and like your dad, enjoyed life right till the end. Let’s do that, too! One way to enjoy life is to keep in touch with Rick Beato’s channel and his materials. Scratching our heads at the high level of his knowledge and skill will keep us engaged and young, I swear! Keep growing!
What BHS chorus did you dad sing with? My dad spend 60 years with four choruses before and after his retirement as an engineer, including 14 years with the Masters of Harmony from southern California. Barbershop is a small world (and getting smaller as the world changes), but maybe your dad and mine crossed paths somewhere in barbershop.
Sorry for your loss. I lost my dad a year ago in August the day after his 87th. He inspired me to do so much tho I never caught the golf bug he had… He was my total hero and a veteran of Korea and Nam. He also was one of the honor guards for a time at Arlington and a bugler, a marine and airman. We traveled a LOT and music was our friend… Thank you Rick for sharing about your friend Peter. Sorry for the loss of a good friend! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Hello Malcolm, can I ask you what he did during WW2? I thing it's so cool hearing what they did during those years. Whether in factory or driving a supply truck in Europe to support the troops.
Being a good human trumps being a good musician any day. Being great at both is truly a gift that is to be treasured. Beautiful post. You’re a rare breed Rick. And my condolences to Peter and his family. It sounds like he had a life well lived.
Rick Thank you for making this video
When you talked about giving Peter your book I was touched enough to tell you how much I appreciate everything your share with us all
It’s 2024 and I’m 64
When I’m sixty four 🎶😎
When I was young I always wanted to play the guitar
I fell in love with Jeff Beck when I heard him on There and Back
Jeff is still my favorite guitarist
When I heard Cause We Ended As Lovers I knew I could never play guitar as well as him and I gave up
I was 16
I never owned a guitar until I turned 60 a few years ago
Then I started watching guitar video channels like yours
I realized that I had wanted to learn guitar for the wrong reasons
I wanted to be the best
I wanted to be famous
I wanted to be heard by others
I didn’t know how to just learn for the pure enjoyment of learning
You are one of the first people who taught me to just play for myself and not worry about anyone else ever hearing me play
I spent 50 years playing the Harmonica because I was a natural at it
It was never difficult for me
I had a nack for it and never appreciated my ability because it seemed too easy
Now I finally own a guitar
It’s a cheap Les Paul Epiphone 100 and it suits me fine.
I’m not very good at it
I have neuropathy in my hands and it’s very difficult to play
I started using 8 gauge strings because of my hands
Thank you Rick
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Rest in peace Peter. Condolences to his family. What a legend to still be learning and still be excited to be playing and talking about music. The world needs more Peters. Sorry for your loss Rick.
Your channel is a must for all of us. Not just the musicians, but for all of us who revere respect, courtesy and just common decency. All of us who have hearts that are full of love and kindness.. It is clear , this is who you are. Thank you.
This. So much this.
Well said.
A fine man describing a fine man who touched his life. RIP Peter.
My condolences for your loss Rick. Sounds like the world lost a good man. Thank you for sharing about your friendship and the life of this lovely gentleman. :)
Rick Beato: American treasure. You’re ALL our best friend. Salute.
RIP Peter, the world needs more people like you.
Great video Rick, thank you for sharing this beautiful story. Music transcends all things. Wishing you peace. God Bless to you Rick
Ahhh man, this is what makes You Tube so special. Thank you for letting me get a glimpse into your friendship with Peter Smart. What a lovely thing it is this love we can have one for another. That’s God in us, that love we have for others.
Rick, I have no words.
I just sang at my cousin's funeral, couple hours ago.
You're words were moving because they were from the heart.
It was beautifully apparent, how deep and real your friendship was.
God bless you, and continued success and joy through the magic of music.
Recently lost my dad last year who I took care of for over a decade. He was a 100% disabled Vietnam veteran. And I’m a 46 year old uS Navy Officer and Chaplain and found this channel last year when my dad passed and it has been a real saving grace for me. I’m a lefty guitarist and love the guitar and love this channel. God bless you and the channel.
@@JohnJohnson-fl2fr I'm probably just as Left as you are (if not more so…)John BUT remember young kids (especially poor kids) didn't always have the financing from Mom and Dad (or whomever)to go "hang out" in Canada for 4 years to avoid the draft. Some of them were just not politically mature enough at 18 y.o., after being bulldozed by American propaganda all of their youth to make such decisions about military service. There are lots of Vietnam vets who are some of the most profound anti-war protestors that you could imagine: as a reslt of their eye-opening experiences. Remember it's the system that sent them to war NOT the soldiers themselves… (I could continue, but this is just youboob…)
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Thank you for ur service and ur father’s service! Without brave men like you guys we wouldn’t have our freedom in the best country in the world, God Bless you both and I’m sorry for you’re loss buddy.
Salute to you and your father. Maybe someday the war will end and soldiers of freedom will drop their weapons to play the chrod of brotherhood.
You are a damn good son for taking care of you Pops. God bless you and your family, and thank you for your Service.
Sorry for your loss Rick. I just subscribed to your channel I love your take on music and it's nice to see you break it all down for all of us music lovers. RIP Peter 🙏🙏
Thank you Rick for your lovely tribute. Something struck me during your video. There is something about being a musician that involves telling the truth. I want to thank you for reminding me of that, as a musician who has experienced difficult times. Thank you to both you and Peter, and thank you for honoring your bond with him in making this video.
There is a lot of "fog" in the world these days. Watching this video, I feel reconnected with "truth," as a musician, and person.
That's the best I can do to explain how I feel. There's something special about being a musician and an appreciator of arts. Thank you Rick and rest in peace Peter.
That was a truly moving tribute to your dear friend. I’m sorry for your loss Mr. Beato.
Dear Rick, he’s not the only one you have touched and inspired. I think I speak for a lot of us subscribers, you make us feel like part of the family. Thank you! Keep doing what you’re doing! Harold
Jesus Christ died for our sins, rose from the dead, and gives salvation to everyone who has faith in him. True faith in Jesus will have you bear good fruit and *drastically* change for the better! Those led by the Holy Spirit do not abide in wickedness. 👍🏾
*God is ONE manifesting himself as THREE;* the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit! Bless him! *For these three are one.*
As I am led by the Holy Spirit, nothing I state is a lie, but the truth of God. Anyone who tells you differently is misinformed or a liar. They do not know God, nor led by him.
Anyone who *claims* to be a Christian and is against what I am doing, and where I am doing it; the Holy Spirit does not dwell within them, they lack understanding. They know not God, read his word, and their religion is in vain. Do not hear them, they will mislead you, the lost cannot guide the lost.
When you trust in God and cast your cares (worries, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts) upon him, they will be NO MORE!
Know that there is power in the name Jesus Christ! His name casts out demons and heals!
The world is wicked, evil, and of the devil.
I too, was a wicked sinner of the world before I opened my heart to God. I am living proof of God's work and fruitfulness! He is an active God who hears the prayers of his! God's children are set apart (holy) and righteous. The devil is a liar that comes to steal, to kill, and to destroy; that includes your relationship with God!
Amen praise Jesus 🙏🙉🙈🙊
What a man wouldn’t do to have such a friend. It’s humans like you who give me faith in this messed up world. Thank you!
So sweet. What a great heart you have Rick. It does not matter what race, religion or political persuasion you are, music binds us all.💗💗💗💗
What an amazing tribute to your friend. Sorry for your loss, Rick.
Age has no barrier in music, improvised music, painting sculpture. all the Arts. Art Blakey once said 'don't look back' keep moving forward live in the moment, because . if you can do that, loving what you do then 'Yours is the world and everything that's in it.' -- Kipling.
Man I just found this tribute today and I really feel the heartfelt homage you are paying to your friend. It brings tears to my eyes tho I didn’t know Peter
Sharing your loss with all of us that follow you is a testament to the kinship and fellowship that all musicians share and even more so in this new era of what it means and is to be a musician.
This is beautiful. My condolences to you and to Peter’s loved ones on his loss.
What a beautiful tribute to your friend. While we sometimes decry the technology that surrounds us, it's undeniable that technology allowed you to make a close connection to Peter. Sorry for your loss.
This is what sets you apart from a lot of other TH-camrs Rick. You’re here for the Peter Smarts of this world not just the Stings and the Joni Mitchells. Keep on doing what you’re doing! From another old guy guitarist from England.
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Starting to learn at 58. Never too late. RIP Peter. I hope it is God's will that I too can one day appreciate the beauty of music and its composition, as you (and Rick) so clearly do.
Peter would be so proud to hear this and share those moments with Rick with us there are many more out here who follow this channel God bless Rick
I’m so sorry for the loss of your friend, Rick. He was clearly a special and impressive man. I hope your memories are a comfort.
The only happy note here is that for six years Peter and Rick had a lovely, enriching, encouraging friendship. And that friendship spread to others and in Riched their lives as well. Such friendships are wonderful, life-giving and priceless.
I bet Peter is smiling upon Us as well.
& hello to Claire too-R.I.P.
You're a class act Rick. May we all find a friend that means as much as Peter did to you.
And that's why you deserve everything you have Rick. Thank you for making this video.
Peter sounds like an awesome person. Someone who knows you never stop living just because you reach a certain age. Kept practicing playing, sight reading, innovating, learning and playing and loving music. He's an inspiration to us all, RIP Peter!
What a beautiful example of how wonderful the internet can be. Such a touching tribute, Rick. May the years of friendship be held dear.
I'm two minutes into this video and I think I know where this is going. It is inevitable, but is always hard to come to terms with. Our condolences, Rick. No matter how old they are, the friends and family we lose always stun us.
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Yeah... same. Rick, that Peter touched you so means he's touched us all. Quite a legacy.
I think that shows the true love of music. I am 66 years old and I start my day with a one hour long guitar "workout", then I play off and on all day long. And the one thing that makes me genuinely smile, its the sound of my guitar coming out of the speakers. Either the timbre of the sound itself, or a particular passage that I feel I did well...the smile is real. Sad to hear a good man is no longer with us, they are a wealth of knowledge and experience....keep playing, they will hear you.
To Mr. Rick Beato,
There is a valuable lesson in all your work, teachings and knowledge, and that is that you remain humble, kind and real to who and what you are.
Much like your friendship with Peter, you remind me of my music teacher and band director Luis Bruso. You share and teach to the masses all the while and never ask anything, only to listen, learn and be involved.
Mr. Beato to many of us that have never had the fortune to meet you, you remain a teacher, a guide and a friend.
May God bless you and yours, and much success to you, from all the friends you touch and may never meet.
Who isn’t shedding a tear to that, rest in peace Peter. Rick being a class act as always 🤘🏼
So sorry for your loss , Rick . Your love and vulnerability makes this not just a channel , but a community . You’ve reminded us all of the “social” part of social media.
That brought me to tears! My late condolences and thank You for sharing that beautiful story!
I'm so sorry for your loss Rick. I lost a friend to cancer on August 3rd, 2022. He was so very intelligent and real like you. 💙
Hard to imagine most youtubers being this affected by the passing of one of their subscribers. Hell, it's hard to imagine most youtubers even forming such a bond of friendship with a subscriber in the first place. You're one of the real ones, Rick. And it sounds like Peter was a great guy too.
The greatness of a man like Rick can be recognized by the fact that among the 3 million people who follow his channel, he manages to create true relationships.
Great respect to Rick. My thoughts for Peter
Well said!
What a lovely tribute! Thank you for sharing your memories with us, even though it was obviously quite painful for you. It's these personal touches, your respect and humanity, that keeps me coming back to your videos :)
A very nice tribute to a good friend. Proves music bonds generations. Thank you for sharing.
Huge respect, Rick. Honoring your friend this way and being this genuine. My condolences.