1962 to 1965, where suddenly the guitar became this icon of youth culture all over the world, thanks mostly to the Beatles. Add to that, that I saw A Hard Day's Night 12 or 13 times, and that the guitar was the one instrument that my parents absolutely refused to let in the house. So you add it up and see that irresistible forces led me to the guitar.
Pat MethenyMore and more as time has gone on, I realize that playing is really more about listening than it is about playing.
Pat MethenyI think that the melodic piece of the puzzle in music is the most esoteric and difficult to quantify.
Pat Metheny