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This Old Guitar by John Denver (cover)
I think this is a song many guitar players can identify with, particularly if they have an old guitar that has been through decades of life with them. For me, that guitar is my old Martin D-35, now 51 years old. The first two verses of this song are spot in for me, in my life, as they were for John Denver. The third verse -- well, I played the guitar and sang for about 7 years for money starting back in 1987 with my wife and family -- but I really made my living as an engineer even though we put some money in the bank from making music. I hope folks enjoy this. Thank you for listening! - Glenn
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Okay, you read my mind. This is my go-to JD song. Excellent playing and a great selection, particularly for those who connect with their instruments.
You know the background of the song, right? Thanks for sharing!
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Excellent Glenn! Haven't heard much JD since I was a kid in 70s.
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Thanks so much for your response! I believe I do know the story of this song, from this video... And for me, too, this has kind of been a go-to John Denver song. When I sat down to record this yesterday, it was morning, I was not warmed up, so I put the capo on the 2nd fret to purposely sing this song higher than needed. So then I took the capo off, turned on the recorder and the cameras and recorded this song on the first take. I thought, you know, you can do better than this. But I seemed pretty relaxed and I thought, no, this is okay like it is. It's real. Just like watching John Denver in the above video. He was very real, authentic, just who he was. Thanks so much for your feedback and comments! - Glenn
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Hi Doug,
Thank you for commenting! And it's true, I don't hear much John Denver anymore, either. But he sure made an impact back in the 1970s. I thought it was worthwhile digging up a few of his songs. "This Old Guitar" is simple, but it tells an almost universal story, at least for guitar players. I thought it was worth taking a shot at. Thanks for your feedback Doug! - Glenn
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Spectacular, Glenn! A favorite of mine.....as well as so many others! Simple message, but if you dwell deeper....so much more complicated when it works well in your life......and all times.
Happy Weekend, Fred
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How very nice it is to hear from you! Glad you like this! And a happy Memorial Weekend to you, as well! I have a nephew being made a full colonel in the Air Force today, which is very cool for our family. All the best, Glenn
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Great job Glenn!
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Thank you Barry!
Glad you are listening! Thanks for commenting here! - Glenn
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Another great job, Glenn, and another song I'll have to to put on my to-learn list. I still have most of my old guitars, including my first, the mid-60s Aria. I just played it this afternoon, and though it has some intonation issues, I doubt I'll ever let her go. They truly are friends, and have comforted me on many a night when I couldn't sleep.
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Thanks for your thoughts and comments! I'm glad to know that you still have your old guitars and that they have been your friends for many years. Also, I would agree that this song is a good one to have in your repertoire. Finally, I'm glad you liked my rendition of this song. Thanks so much for commenting here! - Glenn
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Hi Glenn. I’m glad that you chose your D-35 for this song - you are clearly so comfortable with that old guitar! Wonderful as always!
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It's wonderful to hear from you and get your reaction. It's true -- I really am so very comfortable with that old D-35. It really does feel like home. Thanks for taking the time to comment, Larry! - Glenn
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Excellent job on a truly wonderful song, Glenn.
I do this song as well, and every time I play it, I remember that, in fact, my wife says she “fell for me” while I was playing my guitar. The song I was playing and singing was “This Magic Moment” by Jay and the Americans. That was 36+ years ago. I play the song often and always thank God for the gift and blessing that my wife is to me. Thanks for posting this. Roger |
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Thanks for your comments! I am so glad you like this rendition, Roger! How terrific that you met your wife because she heard you singing and playing the guitar! I met my wife in the same way. I remember Jay and the Americans and "This Magic Moment." What an appropriate song for a first meeting!!! 36+ years ago! Wow, time really does seem to fly. Good for you! - Glenn
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