probably one of the most underrated guitarists we have. Plays amazing and can do so many things, yet I don't hear people yelling his name as a great guitarist, which he most obviously is.
When you utter a statement saying this genius gentleman had 'no formal training ' The concept of formal training would be in danger of not possibly being able to recover. He's one of the most skilled musical geniuses of our lifetime. Bravo Mr. Steve Howe. Thank you.
At 61 years old I spent a really really good part of my life and listening to this man and his band.... And if I hear no other music but yes till the day I die... I would be perfectly fine with that. !! 😎👍
I'm a teenager just getting into them! I admire the amazing guitarwork. If I was stuck on a island somewhere in the middle of nowhere, and the only form of entertainment I had was Yes, I would still be a happy man!
@@Samotbackwards wow !!! It is so good to hear that coming from a youngster with all the music you can get your hands on... Perhaps you may want to start from the beginning and just go through their catalog.. two albums I believe were only released in the UK I'm sure you can get them now on TH-cam... As the band went through quite a lot of changes and different members of the band..... It's too bad I can't give you some of what I experience seeing them live well over 25 times... But there are a couple of movies out out there... Enjoy young man enjoy. 😁👍👍👍
Yes, I,m about your age and the thing I love about the 67 to 73 era in rock , folk music was acoustic guitar and mouth organ in the mix of sounds, was a unique contrast and blend to good vocals and storytelling in music, these were the true artesian musicians.
Steve has had no formal training and says, in his own words, knows no music theory, scales, modes or the like. He just plays what sounds good. Sounds good to me.
That's impossible. He is classically trained. You can't be classically trained without a thorough knowledge of chords, scales, and theory. What MIGHT be true is that he plays what SOUNDS good and doesn't care to break the rules of music.
He stated it in an interview that it's a common misconception people have about him that he has a degree or was classically trained. I thought the same, but he's not in fact quite the contrary. Hie said it.
Johann Wilder True. My first guitar teacher told me," No matter how much training in theory and technique you receive, it'll mean NOTHING if you don't have a good set of ears."
Level 47 Productions Same with my number 1 favorite Alex lifeson. Howe is either tied or close second to Howe for me personally, but, there's just no way! These guys aren't from earth. Amazing musicians. Just don't get how they don't know theory they just play amazing mind blowing music..
One of the top 5 all time classic rock guitarists. Technically the most advanced in that medium ( 60's / 70's rock). Howe could ( and still can ) do it all. Bluesy phrasings, flamenco, rock riffing, classical, pedal steel, psychedelic , etc...He can dominate gracefully with an electric or an acoustic guitar. A virtuoso and an ensemble player extraordinaire - Steve Howe.
I think the very fact that Steve Howe can play any stringed instrument to an extremely high level and create awesome melodies….whilst most other guitarists can’t….says it all….I actually can’t think of a more rounded guitarist in the world 👍
Exactly my thoughts, well said that man. They often talk of 'Super-Groups'...I can't think of another group, that had a Classical Guitarist, A classical Pianist, an 'Alto Tenor, and such a great Rhythm section. Except 'SKY' as in 'Toccata and Fugue'.
I was born in 96, but I will go so far as to say that we will never see a guitarist who's as good as Steve Howe ever gain. That guy is literally perfect at the guitar in every sense of the word. Sure there are others that are on their own level as amazing, but Steve Howe is above even them in my eyes. And for someone who is (or was, not sure what the case is in 2024) self-taught and can't even read music!? Come on, now.
How time has moved on - the kids of today do not have the experience of the younger years of Mr Howe, Anderson, Wakeman, Squire and White - we were flying high above in those days.
As an aspiring classical guitarist and a musician who has been studying Steve Howe's style for decades, this is incredible. 21 proud pricks out there have nothing on Steve and how he shaped so many of our styles. I heard the story of how Steve wrote mood for a day the day his son was born. About that time, we found out we were having our first boy, so I dedicated 9 months of perfecting as best I could this beautiful song. I played to our son every day while he was inside his mother's womb. I played it the day he was born and I still play it 14 years later and it always rings a chord in him, though I haven't told him why yet, Thank you, Steve, One of my favorite teachers, No one is self taught. That is a proud delusion
Anthony thomas beautiful. Reading this is finding parts of the magic of human spirit. These types of moments are far more valuable than most will ever realize.
It's so awesome to hear people actually appreciate a great musician. Nowadays, when Steve plays these songs, people sit in the front row and talk over him while he's trying to play. I weep for the future. BTW, I hope the 27 people who disliked this video get the clap. ;)
+Phil Sackett i liked the wrath:get the clap;;;;;; greetings from brazil. i still hear this song and i remember my good old days trying to play it like he does.
Beautiful music 🎶 I'm 59 inthe day they filled the air with warm music non violent like a message of peace ✌️ for this world 🌎 to enjoy 😉 and love thank you yes I'm with you forever
Saw him play this several times live In Seattle!! The r the GOATS of prog rock and he is the GOAT on the guitar!! Such a great showman! Seems so happy!!❤️😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
Mr. Howe is the master and author prog rock guitar. I loved him as a young kid;I love him as an old kid. I'll always love the music of Steve Howe. Its' just doggone beautiful.
Jochen Hofmann someone said the same thing about Gary Moore we argued when I said there’s no such thing as the greatest guitarist in the world for to be so would require them to be the best in every style classical folk country jazz rock etc there’s not enough time in one person’s life time to do this yes he’s a wonderful player but as classical player he’s no where near the standard of say John Williams but there again why should he Williams probably started playing classical guitar at a very early age and dedicated himself to that style ! Howe is a wonderful allrounder
There are literally millions of excellent guitarists in the world, and hundreds near the top of the game. There's no bloody way to pick The Best. There's the best that you've heard, but many, many more that you never have. Enjoy what you enjoy. Personally, the best little known rock guitarist I've heard is a guy named Neil Zaza. I'd put him up with just about anyone.
The fact that this one guy can use just an acoustic guitar in standard tuning and keep me entertained for 10 minutes and leave me wanting more just is amazing, incredible underrated guitarist
I was 15yo when I hitchhiked by myself to the Athletic & Convocation Center at Notre Dame U. in my hometown of South Bend, IN to see Yes. That would have been 1972. I am unaware enough of Yes history that I don't know if Steve Howe was there. I do know Rick Wakeman was.
Oh Yes!! I remember all those classic albums, we had them on album vinyl! "Close to the Edge," "The Yes Album," "Fragile," "Yessongs," Steve Howe always amazed me! I also liked Chris Squire and Rick Wakeman.
..so true ...and also when record labels BELIEVED : In 1967, Atlantic became a wholly owned subsidiary of Warner Bros.-Seven Arts, now the Warner Music Group, and expanded into rock and pop music with releases by Led Zeppelin and Yes.... and vinyls where purchased at the stores ... bonding people .
Steve Howe is such an entertainer. His love for playing guitar exudes out of him! He's had my heart since the 70's, I will never love another. And YES rules!
"Clap" has always been one of my favorite pieces of music... not that there aren't many other great works out there, but... "Clap" just has a certain energy to it that gets me every time.
Master Howe, indeed. Such an impressive range of style and technique. Reminded me of a bit of Tommy Emmanuel's solo acoustic playing (heavy Chet Atkins influences, etc) - wouldn't that be awesome for those two guys to get together for a jam!
I saw Steve play this in 1971 or 72. Yes was the front band for Ten Years After at the time. Fragile still hadn't been released. To say we were blown away is an understatement. We made the band come back for 4 encores making Alvin Lee wait 45 minutes. When he came out, he was po'd. You could see it. Yes never opened for anyone again after that tour.
I love this and Steve Howe is a great rock guitar player, any reasonably accomplished classical guitar player, which I am not, it took me ages to learn mood for a day, would shake their head and wonder why people are going crazy, lol. But I still love it, lol.
Steve's a true inspiration. As a guitar player who can't sing for shit, I was blown to subatomic particles when I saw that you could play guitar like this and have absolutely no need for words. I proceeded to spend the next 6 months working on Clap every night. Every Night I would play the same bar over and over, in the end it was worth it, made me feel so much better about myself as a musician. Thank you Steve, you are truly a gift to our society of mortals.
I love a lot of great guitarists - Jimmy Page; Eric Clapton; Jimi Hendrix; Alex Lifeson...but, Steve Howe is just perfect in every way! Steve Howe makes even the greatest of guitarists seem ill.
Astounding guitar work, his touch is so light and soulful and inspiring. He makes it look so easy. His movement is like the pied piper leading the way through a rustic old time village. Truely a great talent!
Beautiful, especially Mood for a Day. My 92 yo father in law... a performing classical guitarist still! Loves this but can't get his head around the fact he plays this standing up!
i saw Yes around 1979 in new haven ct Steve played this masterpiece the concert was in the round i thought i had crappy seats and when i got there i was six rows back.One of my all time favorite shows!!
Ive listened to Clap for over 50 years, played till my hands bled, till my mind bended like a time warp and this beautiful tune has turned to an incoherent mess in my mind since I can no longer make sense of then rhythm, phrasing, and technique. My overdoing it has completely destroyed this masterpiece for my brain. I hope it did not happen to anyone else. Do not over do it!!
OMG - does this bring back old memories! Saw YES in a early concert at University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada in 1972 where Steve broke into one of his marvelous acoustic pieces in the midst of their usual freneticperformance style. You literally could not hear a breath in the entire venue as everyone was totally transfixed by his virtuosity. Obviously, he has only expanded in that respect. Truly amazing diversity of styles and meldings. There are those who "play" the guitar technically perfect, there are those that "elevate" the instrument with true love and empathy - that is Steve Howe. If you can't hear the difference - pity on you!
Growing up in all things guitar, Mood For A Day was one I always said I'd learn when I was good enough. I finally got some cheap tab out of a magazine and got out my Yessongs album. I love that version. I spent a few long days on it, then let it sit for awhile. Came back to it and finished it. Still my favorite solo acoustic piece. I'm 63 now...
I agree with Bruce S, and Elizabeth Ward. These are very wonderful observations. Music is a performance art. In my opinion it's ALWAYS about the audience. As for those who are into harsh criticism because they think they are superior, I ask: How many millions of people have you played before and records of yours have been sold? Have you delighted audiences the world over for decades, bringing them to their feet, applauding and cheering thunderously, bringing them joy and putting big smiles on their faces?
Three days ago, I bought brand new framenco guitar. Now it's Sep.23rd.2022. I still remember the time when I was fascinated Maestro guitarist Steve How on the Yes Songs album, I was just high school student. I tried to copy the miraculous guitar composision that was Mood for a day. I did completed cover of it, but it wasn't correct flet positions by my ear searching so. and time passed away since that time. Now, I'm almost 64 years old. Although, the passion never has changed even today., because Maestro Steve's always been shinning and I know that's forever. I check all different cover guitarists those who shows great examples. and I recorrect fret positions. No matter how long it takes, I'll learn Maestro's masterpieces. Love genius and maetro Steve Howe. Passion of playing the guitar
Howe blew it in a very similar fashion to the way Eugene O'Neills father blew it. If you think thats no big deal you should read what O'Neill wrote about the way his father was tortured by the knowledge that he threw it all away fpr money. Howe probably could have been a top notch classical guitarist but the money and fame would have been a fraction of what he got through rock. Howe will always be second rate now.
So if this is "real music", what do you call what Julian Bream and John Williams (the guitarist, not the movie composer) play? Howe's unaccompanied pieces from Yes Album and Fragile are okay, in my opinion, but still pretty far from wonderful. Here they sound particularly twangy and percussive. Otherwise, they're just too repetitive. It's interesting to see that Howe has a few flamenco-ish moves (rasgueado, etc.) but apparently no real classical technique at all. I'm not all that impressed with his Travis-ish (everything is "ish" with this guy) picking either. Sorry. (At least I didn't click the dislike button.)
Howe was voted "Best Overall Guitarist" in Guitar Player magazine five years in a row (1977-1981) and in 1981 was the first rock guitar player inducted into the Guitar Player Hall of Fame. He's so good that I've literally never heard anyone else even close. I've seen him live once: speed and accuracy in concert is remarkable. He is still writing and producing music to this day.
And those of us that grew up with this knew how great this band was..
probably one of the most underrated guitarists we have. Plays amazing and can do so many things, yet I don't hear people yelling his name as a great guitarist, which he most obviously is.
Not underrated at all. Gimme a break
He won best rock guitarist 5 years in a row back in the early-mid 70s. He just was never the type to go out of his way the be 'the guy'.
Not many guitarists can hold an audience in the palm of their hands like Steve Howe.
one of those who could was Greg Lake
Exactly, it's not so much about proficiency but the command of an audience, creating that groove and holding them throughout.
When you utter a statement saying this genius gentleman had 'no formal training ' The concept of formal training would be in danger of not possibly being able to recover. He's one of the most skilled musical geniuses of our lifetime. Bravo Mr. Steve Howe. Thank you.
Self made man.
At 61 years old I spent a really really good part of my life and listening to this man and his band.... And if I hear no other music but yes till the day I die... I would be perfectly fine with that. !! 😎👍
I'm a teenager just getting into them! I admire the amazing guitarwork. If I was stuck on a island somewhere in the middle of nowhere, and the only form of entertainment I had was Yes, I would still be a happy man!
@@Samotbackwards wow !!! It is so good to hear that coming from a youngster with all the music you can get your hands on... Perhaps you may want to start from the beginning and just go through their catalog.. two albums I believe were only released in the UK I'm sure you can get them now on TH-cam... As the band went through quite a lot of changes and different members of the band..... It's too bad I can't give you some of what I experience seeing them live well over 25 times... But there are a couple of movies out out there... Enjoy young man enjoy. 😁👍👍👍
Yes, I,m about your age and the thing I love about the 67 to 73 era in rock , folk music was acoustic guitar and mouth organ in the mix of sounds, was a unique contrast and blend to good vocals and storytelling in music, these were the true artesian musicians.
Steve has had no formal training and says, in his own words, knows no music theory, scales, modes or the like. He just plays what sounds good. Sounds good to me.
That's impossible. He is classically trained. You can't be classically trained without a thorough knowledge of chords, scales, and theory. What MIGHT be true is that he plays what SOUNDS good and doesn't care to break the rules of music.
He stated it in an interview that it's a common misconception people have about him that he has a degree or was classically trained. I thought the same, but he's not in fact quite the contrary. Hie said it.
Johann Wilder True. My first guitar teacher told me," No matter how much training in theory and technique you receive, it'll mean NOTHING if you don't have a good set of ears."
Level 47 Productions Same with my number 1 favorite Alex lifeson. Howe is either tied or close second to Howe for me personally, but, there's just no way! These guys aren't from earth. Amazing musicians. Just don't get how they don't know theory they just play amazing mind blowing music..
That is so inspiring, thanks for the comment.
Proof that Steve Howe remains one of the most criminally underrated guitarists
well...He WAS voted "best Rock Guitarist" by Guitar Player Magazine at least 4 times...beating out van Halen et al. in the late 80's early 90's. fact
@@raxxtango neat!
he's in Yes, one of the most famous bands of all time, he's not underrated
Underrated? He's currently on tour to sold out venues every date. Wish I was that underrated...
@@raxxtango exacto!
One of the top 5 all time classic rock guitarists. Technically the most advanced in that medium ( 60's / 70's rock). Howe could ( and still can ) do it all. Bluesy phrasings, flamenco, rock riffing, classical, pedal steel, psychedelic , etc...He can dominate gracefully with an electric or an acoustic guitar. A virtuoso and an ensemble player extraordinaire - Steve Howe.
My uncle said the same thing, Steve howe is one of those guys who could play anything.
Quasar x and that my friend its a lovely review thank you
Quasar x wasnt he playing with Asia recently?
@110481363380505110093
A few years ago the original Asia lineup produced an album and toured. Howe's back with Yes now.
Quasar x agree (y)
I think the very fact that Steve Howe can play any stringed instrument to an extremely high level and create awesome melodies….whilst most other guitarists can’t….says it all….I actually can’t think of a more rounded guitarist in the world 👍
Exactly my thoughts, well said that man. They often talk of 'Super-Groups'...I can't think of another group, that had a Classical Guitarist, A classical Pianist, an 'Alto Tenor, and such a great Rhythm section. Except 'SKY' as in 'Toccata and Fugue'.
I've never seen him play a violin or cello.
@@garryfrost9100 😂😂👍
I was born in 96, but I will go so far as to say that we will never see a guitarist who's as good as Steve Howe ever gain. That guy is literally perfect at the guitar in every sense of the word. Sure there are others that are on their own level as amazing, but Steve Howe is above even them in my eyes. And for someone who is (or was, not sure what the case is in 2024) self-taught and can't even read music!? Come on, now.
Steve Howe is just in a class by himself. I can only watch in envy. Amazing guitarist.
How time has moved on - the kids of today do not have the experience of the younger years of Mr Howe, Anderson, Wakeman, Squire and White - we were flying high above in those days.
remember he is almost alone with his guitar in front of thousands of people, he must give a show :D
AGUANTE SUI GENERIS
As an aspiring classical guitarist and a musician who has been studying Steve Howe's style for decades, this is incredible. 21 proud pricks out there have nothing on Steve and how he shaped so many of our styles.
I heard the story of how Steve wrote mood for a day the day his son was born. About that time, we found out we were having our first boy, so I dedicated 9 months of perfecting as best I could this beautiful song. I played to our son every day while he was inside his mother's womb. I played it the day he was born and I still play it 14 years later and it always rings a chord in him, though I haven't told him why yet,
Thank you, Steve, One of my favorite teachers, No one is self taught. That is a proud delusion
Er..Actually he wrote Mood For A Day for his wife. ...It is Clap that was written for Dylan, his first son☺
I never knew that but thank you for the correction. 13 years and I still can't perform Clap like I would like to, but we carry on.
@@MrRhovanion fack off
Anthony thomas beautiful. Reading this is finding parts of the magic of human spirit. These types of moments are far more valuable than most will ever realize.
Anthony thomas a master can always improve on his work. That's what makes someone a master willingness to continue to learn.
It's so awesome to hear people actually appreciate a great musician. Nowadays, when Steve plays these songs, people sit in the front row and talk over him while he's trying to play. I weep for the future. BTW, I hope the 27 people who disliked this video get the clap. ;)
+Phil Sackett i liked the wrath:get the clap;;;;;; greetings from brazil. i still
hear this song and i remember my good old days trying to play it like he does.
as long as the future has a video of this man playing guitar, we have nothing to fear
It’s not a good idea to wish harm and disease upon anyone, for your own sake!
Ever heard of the sowing and reaping principle?
My favorite all time guitar player. And I've been playing for over 50 years.
Beautiful music 🎶 I'm 59 inthe day they filled the air with warm music non violent like a message of peace ✌️ for this world 🌎 to enjoy 😉 and love thank you yes I'm with you forever
What a shame only 1.2 millions views in 14 years , this is Mr Howe!!!!
First concert I ever went to was YES, back in the mid 70's.
Steve was absolutely amazing!
I have never seen Steve so smiley!
Saw him play this several times live In Seattle!! The r the GOATS of prog rock and he is the GOAT on the guitar!! Such a great showman! Seems so happy!!❤️😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
Mr. Howe is the master and author prog rock guitar. I loved him as a young kid;I love him as an old kid. I'll always love the music of Steve Howe. Its' just doggone beautiful.
The best guitarist of the world!
🤔
Jochen Hofmann someone said the same thing about Gary Moore we argued when I said there’s no such thing as the greatest guitarist in the world for to be so would require them to be the best in every style classical folk country jazz rock etc there’s not enough time in one person’s life time to do this yes he’s a wonderful player but as classical player he’s no where near the standard of say John Williams but there again why should he Williams probably started playing classical guitar at a very early age and dedicated himself to that style ! Howe is a wonderful allrounder
There are literally millions of excellent guitarists in the world, and hundreds near the top of the game. There's no bloody way to pick The Best. There's the best that you've heard, but many, many more that you never have. Enjoy what you enjoy. Personally, the best little known rock guitarist I've heard is a guy named Neil Zaza. I'd put him up with just about anyone.
Agree
At first I didn't think it was that good... until I tried playing his music!
The fact that this one guy can use just an acoustic guitar in standard tuning and keep me entertained for 10 minutes and leave me wanting more just is amazing, incredible underrated guitarist
My wife and I saw them play in the 90’s. And Steve did this same type of solo performance. Unbelievable. Amazing. Mesmerizing. 👏👏
This is the first song I ever learned beginning to end and could perform. Mood For a Day...35 years later I am still working on The Clap.
Facts.
I know, right?? lol
It takes me back to a summer day in the 70's. Love Yes especially Steve.
Words can't describe his playing.
And the fact that he is still out there doing it is mind boggling.
This is the song that stops most any egocentric guitarists who say they can play anything.
Only a few can play it like Steve.
TRUE
True that. I 'play' Mood For A Day but it never really comes close. One of my all time favorites by one of the all time best.
the point is to conceive the track more than playing it
@@XanAxDdu agreed!
My best friend had mastered The Clap,after a few months guitar tuition,not,hard....just practice!
“Mood For a Day”is a beautiful piece that warms the Soul. ❤🎼🎸💫
His acoustic play is a great mixture of rock, jazz, spanish and folk and many more. I hope I could play like him someday!
Hours , and hours , and more hours ......... 🎸
I was 15yo when I hitchhiked by myself to the Athletic & Convocation Center at Notre Dame U. in my hometown of South Bend, IN to see Yes. That would have been 1972. I am unaware enough of Yes history that I don't know if Steve Howe was there. I do know Rick Wakeman was.
Oh Yes!! I remember all those classic albums, we had them on album vinyl! "Close to the Edge," "The Yes Album," "Fragile," "Yessongs," Steve Howe always amazed me! I also liked Chris Squire and Rick Wakeman.
And back then, most people who had rock album collections had those albums.
Don't forget the amazing Bill Bruford and Jon Anderson!
Steve + spanish guitar = heaven
He makes the guitar talk happiness to your heart and soul doesn't he?
Love this tune. Never tire of hearing it. So original. Almost sounds like it would go in the times of the English Kings.
At the end of the Age of the Elves, Elrond sailed from Middle Earth and became Steve Howe.
Then he transformed into Smith and went to fight Mr.Anderson😎😎😎
He gave up his good looks, but kept his magic!
You know what was the best part abou this video? People engaging and NO CELLPHONES IN THEIR FACES. That is an audience.
This was 1989. Cell phones didn't exist...
Patrick Manion, I understand that. Just acknowledging the energy of the audience :)
:)
..so true ...and also when record labels BELIEVED : In 1967, Atlantic became a wholly owned subsidiary of Warner Bros.-Seven Arts, now the Warner Music Group, and expanded into rock and pop music with releases by Led Zeppelin and Yes.... and vinyls where purchased at the stores ... bonding people .
Steve Howe wrote Clap (The first of the songs on vid) when his son Dylan was born so I'm playing it for my Grand daughters B-Day!
Sept. 2018
What a fine Gift .....It would be great to hear about the reaction !
Steve's music surrounds and absorbs you. A tonic for the ages. So blessed to see him with Yes.
Greatest guitarist in rock history unquestionably
Right on brother
Best prog guitarist. Hendrix way ahead in rock
@@TheBundleofkent Hendrix could travis pick or play a lap steel guitar or classical or>>>>>>>>>>>>
Page.
@@benjaminmarcus17 Page cant Travis pick with a plectrum or play a lap steel
Did see him recently 2023 and was sharp as ever!!!
Steve Howe is such an entertainer. His love for playing guitar exudes out of him! He's had my heart since the 70's, I will never love another. And YES rules!
I love how happy he is when he's playing his guitar and the audience loves it.
A major influence to my guitar playing when I was learning to play. Steve Howe is excellent. Still one of my favorite guitarist!
Hey Ronnie Scharrer can you tell me if he is using nylon strings? I couldn't tell!
Not when he plays Clapp. After that song he changes to a nylon string guitar to play Mood For A Day.
Possibly the most unique style in rock. One of the most underrated guitarists of all time
Another prime example of how classical influences are ageless. Chills - and tears. Thank you.
I spent months learning "Mood For A Day". One of my best guitar journeys.
"Clap" has always been one of my favorite pieces of music... not that there aren't many other great works out there, but... "Clap" just has a certain energy to it that gets me every time.
Love both songs....what a great guitarist
Master Howe, indeed. Such an impressive range of style and technique. Reminded me of a bit of Tommy Emmanuel's solo acoustic playing (heavy Chet Atkins influences, etc) - wouldn't that be awesome for those two guys to get together for a jam!
Here you are...Steve runs circles round him th-cam.com/video/LZz9UFqNPxk/w-d-xo.html
Steve is a genius. Incredible.
Impresionante !!! Claudio desde Río Gallegos Patagonia Argentina
I heard this for the first time fifty years ago. Still admire it after half a century
This master's playing is stunning - he's equally at home in all genres.
His versatility is amazing!
Just saw Yes and Deep Purple last night and watching Steve play is a treat. What a player!
Never heard anybody make an acoustic/electric guitar talk any better than this guy he is fucking amazing.
One of the most underrated guitarists of all time, saw them in Huntsville Alabama in 1976 first concert for me, what can I say! Bravo
Steve howe Absolute i do not no, words or sentiment can not discribe this man s talent 😮
You can just tell how much fun he's having. Such an amazing musician
fk all the speed shit. This guy and Hackett ect have the feeling. Im honoured as a guitarist to hear guys like this. Their memory will forever live on
Times change. Eddie is the greatest hard rock guitarist. Steve is the greatest prog rock and classical guitarist. They are my two favorites.
Doesn't matter what the idiots think or say. Sir Steve Howe is the greatest guitarist ever !
hi yes one of the greates bands of al time
I saw Steve play this in 1971 or 72. Yes was the front band for Ten Years After at the time. Fragile still hadn't been released. To say we were blown away is an understatement. We made the band come back for 4 encores making Alvin Lee wait 45 minutes. When he came out, he was po'd. You could see it. Yes never opened for anyone again after that tour.
Howe did he do that!!?
He spent his whole life doing what he loved. Also it was the 70's anything was possible.
practice practice practice
I love this and Steve Howe is a great rock guitar player, any reasonably accomplished classical guitar player, which I am not, it took me ages to learn mood for a day, would shake their head and wonder why people are going crazy, lol. But I still love it, lol.
Steve's a true inspiration. As a guitar player who can't sing for shit, I was blown to subatomic particles when I saw that you could play guitar like this and have absolutely no need for words. I proceeded to spend the next 6 months working on Clap every night. Every Night I would play the same bar over and over, in the end it was worth it, made me feel so much better about myself as a musician. Thank you Steve, you are truly a gift to our society of mortals.
Why does if he sings or not matter
One of the finest five guitarists in the last 2 thousand years if not thee finest!
I love a lot of great guitarists - Jimmy Page; Eric Clapton; Jimi Hendrix; Alex Lifeson...but, Steve Howe is just perfect in every way!
Steve Howe makes even the greatest of guitarists seem ill.
He deserved a standing ovation
Astounding guitar work, his touch is so light and soulful and inspiring. He makes it look so easy. His movement is like the pied piper leading the way through a rustic old time village.
Truely a great talent!
I just saw someone say he never took lessons, can't read music,he just play's by ear and plays what sounds good to him.That's amazing!
That's right, self taught. He listened to a lot of jazz growing up.
Saw Yes live at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in the early 70s. Howe playing Clap was my stand out memory. Brilliant.
Beautiful, especially Mood for a Day.
My 92 yo father in law... a performing classical guitarist still! Loves this but can't get his head around the fact he plays this standing up!
i saw Yes around 1979 in new haven ct Steve played this masterpiece the concert was in the round i thought i had crappy seats and when i got there i was six rows back.One of my all time favorite shows!!
These two pieces always bring a smile to my face. Steve's great at mixing chords and melody on the guitar.
Ive listened to Clap for over 50 years, played till my hands bled, till my mind bended like a time warp and this beautiful tune has turned to an incoherent mess in my mind since I can no longer make sense of then rhythm, phrasing, and technique. My overdoing it has completely destroyed this masterpiece for my brain. I hope it did not happen to anyone else. Do not over do it!!
One of the greatest,period!!!
The introdution of Mood for a day is WONDERFUL!
No way to dislike such masterpiece.
Lucky,Wow,Gives me chills every time I hear them!🎉
And, just between Clap and Mood for a day, e short excerpt from the theme of Fellini's movie "La strada", by Nino Rota.
Mood for a day 😭😭😭 something so spanish about it!! Master Howe!
OMG - does this bring back old memories! Saw YES in a early concert at University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada in 1972 where Steve broke into one of his marvelous acoustic pieces in the midst of their usual freneticperformance style. You literally could not hear a breath in the entire venue as everyone was totally transfixed by his virtuosity. Obviously, he has only expanded in that respect. Truly amazing diversity of styles and meldings. There are those who "play" the guitar technically perfect, there are those that "elevate" the instrument with true love and empathy - that is Steve Howe. If you can't hear the difference - pity on you!
I love the smile on his face
When I first listened mood for a day I was 18. It was my starting point in the exploration of classical music. Thank you Steve and your company.
Growing up in all things guitar, Mood For A Day was one I always said I'd learn when I was good enough. I finally got some cheap tab out of a magazine and got out my Yessongs album. I love that version. I spent a few long days on it, then let it sit for awhile. Came back to it and finished it. Still my favorite solo acoustic piece. I'm 63 now...
I agree with Bruce S, and Elizabeth Ward. These are very wonderful observations. Music is a performance art. In my opinion it's ALWAYS about the audience. As for those who are into harsh criticism because they think they are superior, I ask: How many millions of people have you played before and records of yours have been sold? Have you delighted audiences the world over for decades, bringing them to their feet, applauding and cheering thunderously, bringing them joy and putting big smiles on their faces?
You also forgot to mention how many aspiring guitar players have also been inspired by steve howe.
He is the best!! And see how he plays without narcisism. For the love of music and makes everybody feel that way!
I could listen go him play all day
+Philip C Yep, he sets the Mood for a Day.
Great, Mr Howe is the very best of all times.... thanks a lot.
Steve Howe: Prog Rock Jedi.
I'm sorry, I had to comment on the suit.
Not too shabby for someone self taught and doesn't read music! I wish I had half his talent.
Crazy talented.
Three days ago, I bought brand new framenco guitar. Now it's Sep.23rd.2022. I still remember the time when I was fascinated Maestro guitarist Steve How on the Yes Songs album, I was just high school student. I tried to copy the miraculous guitar composision that was Mood for a day. I did completed cover of it, but it wasn't correct flet positions by my ear searching so.
and time passed away since that time. Now, I'm almost 64 years old. Although, the passion never has changed even today., because Maestro Steve's always been shinning and I know that's forever. I check all different cover guitarists those who shows great examples. and I recorrect fret positions. No matter how long it takes, I'll learn Maestro's masterpieces. Love genius and maetro Steve Howe. Passion of playing the guitar
Sad that great guitarists like Steve Howe and David Gilmour rarely get any mention in top 20 guitarist list.
Sad isn't it?
HOW VERY F'IN TRUE!!!
and gary moore
Agree, but also check out Jan Akkerman (of Focus and Brainbox) and all of his solo work. Amazing master of the guitar in many different music styles.
Gilmour isn't so good tbh
Love it, Steve Howe is one of the greatest guitar players of all time! Mood for a day has been my Fav since I first heard it back in the 70's:)
Master !!!
Howe blew it in a very similar fashion to the way Eugene O'Neills father blew it. If you think thats no big deal you should read what O'Neill wrote about the way his father was tortured by the knowledge that he threw it all away fpr money. Howe probably could have been a top notch classical guitarist but the money and fame would have been a fraction of what he got through rock. Howe will always be second rate now.
Legend. After decades I still get chills from the feels.
to the 45 people that dislike this...you have no idea what music really is
So if this is "real music", what do you call what Julian Bream and John Williams (the guitarist, not the movie composer) play? Howe's unaccompanied pieces from Yes Album and Fragile are okay, in my opinion, but still pretty far from wonderful. Here they sound particularly twangy and percussive. Otherwise, they're just too repetitive. It's interesting to see that Howe has a few flamenco-ish moves (rasgueado, etc.) but apparently no real classical technique at all. I'm not all that impressed with his Travis-ish (everything is "ish" with this guy) picking either. Sorry. (At least I didn't click the dislike button.)
huh? wtf
Oh for goodness sake, Herbert, chill.
I agree man .. what are thinking those people .... ? why dislike ?
REAL TALENT AMAZING MUSIC
Howe was voted "Best Overall Guitarist" in Guitar Player magazine five years in a row (1977-1981) and in 1981 was the first rock guitar player inducted into the Guitar Player Hall of Fame. He's so good that I've literally never heard anyone else even close. I've seen him live once: speed and accuracy in concert is remarkable. He is still writing and producing music to this day.