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“An Evening With Pat Martino” is a treat for any guitar student who is interested in tackling jazz guitar. I hope you will find it inspirational, educational and motivational. The preceding player’s profile comes from the “20th Century JAZZ GUITAR” free e-book by Richie Zellon, and serves as a brief historical background regarding the artist. “Pat Martino BEBOP, HARD BOP, POST-BOP Born Pat Azzara in South Philadelphia, Martino began playing professionally in 1961 at age 15. Throughout his early career he worked as a sideman with saxophonists Willis Jackson and Eric Kloss, as well as various organists including Jack McDuff, Jimmy Smith, Don Patterson and Richard “Grooves” Holmes. Martino made his recording debut as leader in 1967 with the album “El Hombre” on Prestige Records. In 1980 Martino suffered a nearly fatal brain aneurysm which resulted in the loss of his memory and playing abilities. With the help and encouragement of family and friends in conjunction with his old recordings, he was able to regain his cognitive abilities and eventually made a full recovery. He resumed his recording career in 1987 with the recording “The Return” and has kept a busy performing schedule ever since.”