i would like to thank Julian's parents for making the world a better place.

Now THAT dude deserved his Grammy.

There should be an award or a Grammy for best improvisation or best improviser because I feel like Julian would win a lot of Grammys if this were a thing. Idk if I like this version or the album version better. He sustains the groove so well and plays so in the pocket despite having absolutely no band behind him. It’s mesmerizing I’ve been obsessed with Joe Pass’ style of chord melody but this feels like the natural progression of that. He’s throwing in a lot of language, a lot of baselines against the melody, basically sounding like a whole band is behind him even when he’s soloing. He really lets the song go wherever it wants to, lets the music he’s laying down dictate the music he’s about to lay down. Everything so connected, so melodically interesting, and he’s not showing off at all. The fast runs and the crazy fast runs all sound perfectly placed and add a lot of dimension and contrast to the more melodic parts. I also want to say that I breath very loud and make noises when I play just like Julian, and I was so embarrassed by it until I saw and heard Julian literally exhaling and inhaling on worlds fair. It made me not feel as weird about it, made me not care so much about it, because it really dictated how I feel when I play knowing my breathing can be heard above it all, but that breath is life, that breath is passion, and Julian helped me realize that and learn to accept it instead of avoiding it. He’s a fantastic musician, and an even more fantastic human being whose influence stretches far wider than he knows. He’s making me proud to be a jazz guitarist that still plays standards and enjoys the rich history of music that comes with the genre.

Over the decades I've always enjoyed watching the faces of certain players while they play. The look of pain on Steve Howe's face, of anger on Pete Townshend's, the indifference on Hendrix's, and now that look of utter bliss on Julian's.

I don’t think I’ve ever seen a greater expression of joy than Julian Lage in a guitar reverie.

You got married! Congratulations!

Julian Lage is a perpetual reminder of how mighty the sound of a lone musician can be 🎸

The joy in his playing shines out. I’d smile too if I could play like JL! Fantastic.

This should be required viewing under the heading of “The Guitar: An Extension Of Being.” Fine work!

Love how his interpretation invokes the familiar while staying outside. Good stuff.

You’the greatest, my friend. The World is a better place with your music!

This is what you can do when you devote your life to being guitar instrumentalist, amazing knowledge of theory and sense of style.

The greatest dynamic range, from whisper to scream.

What did I just listen to? I couldn't stop in the middle... had to listen all the way to the end. That was awesome. I think I have found a guitarist that I can relate to. It's been awhile. Thanks Julian.

i watching him since long time ago, the way his play its so beautifull

Absolutely epic in all senses. I had my son, also named Julian, over and before he woke up I wanted to show him some Julian Lage tune that I had worked on, The Ramble, and I find this today... Mind Blown.

Just WOW, 6min 22seconds well spent :) Thanx for sharing! If that isn't absolutely amazing, I don't know what is. Crazy that this doesn't have millions of views..

Always excited when Julian releases a new video!

the feel at 1:20 such a great sense of time - I adore Julian's playing - hope to see hime live sometime soon in the UK

please upload more frequently! Love it!

And again a new guitar : Collings - looks a bit like a Gretsch power jet with Dynasonics! Cool!

Absolutely beautiful job my friend!! This is one of my favorite tracks off the album. Hopefully I'll get to see you live this year!! Bravo and well done!!

Always a pleasure Julian....great instincts!

What a pleasure! Thank you

I attended this masterclass! I glad Julian posted this so that a wider audience can enjoy it!

Well....there's my dose of JOY for the month. Thanks Julian.

This just put a huge smile on my face, thank you!

I don‘t know anything about this guitar, that room, those brushes. What I‘m listening to is pure excellence and joy. Thank you.

Well . . . that was extraordinary! Thank you!

Fess-up time...I only play hair metal electric guitar so I admit my abilities are truly limited...but it IS what I love. That said , I DO still recognize a great guitar player when I hear one...John Mayer , Guthrie Govan , Allan Holdsworth ect. I just heard of this guy today and the last song I listened to before this one did NOT inspire me to echo the "one of the all time greats" mantra I read in the last comment section...just DID NOT hear it. But I have enough age on me to know you can't go by only one song , and I realized to myself I may have picked a dud song as my first listen...willing to give a second chance , so I tuned into this vid. WOW - NOW I GET IT - this was a master class of technique , tone and feel...and what amazing chord shapes grabbed out of nowhere without even looking at his guitar neck !?!?! I also find his obvious joy of playing infectious - constant smiles - this guy REEEALLY is the real deal - thanks for sharing !!!!!

Incredible. Mesmerising. Thank-you!

😮 wow!!! Thank you for existing🙃

thank you for sharing this! Killer version of an awesome tune, as always just blown away by your ability to toy with the melody and rhythm.

Thank You Julian ! so good !

Julian you are one of my favorites!!

I love how you always give it-if only to have see you as one of Miles’ Quintet.

Wonderful version of this song. Thanks for showing your joy in making beautiful music.

Wonderful thank you. Great mixture of or musical ideas and influences. Played as always with love and joy. Thank you 🙏

Thank you Julian

that guitar is absolutely stunning.

Magic guitar, magic musician

This is my favorite rendition of this awesome song--and the competition is stiff. Julian's playing is a reminder of the things that make life worth living.

Thank you so much Julian for your energy. What a fantastic way to escape from the harshness of the world. My self and outher guitarists can unite under such an awesome and darn lovely bloke who is supremely talented. You're an inspiration to us all. Keep going!

Incredible playing! Very inspiring

A living legend.

Not over, not under. Thanks Julian.

Sublime, como siempre!!

Tank you very much for sharing, is great to see a new musician , merci beaucoup have great happy new year

That is the sound of joy

Increíble, perfecto!

greatly great!

Very flipping nice, this is

An underrated masterpiece that least of us can understand!!

Awesome! Loved the class, definitely lots of "candy" here.

I love the tone

Remarkable as ever :) sending love from New Zealand 🇳🇿

Brilliant!

Just incredible! 👍👍👍

As always amazing!! Really looking forward for another album, would love some solo guitar. Hope this passes soon to have the opportunity to listen to you live. Best wishes!

superb!

Playing on another level 👏👏. Sweet looking & sounding guitar also 😊.

Beautiful guitar and playing.

The best.

I love it bro! THanks

That's great! Thank you Julian! I feel that somehow each time after watching you play my playing improves 😉

A beautiful moment shared by an extraordinary person. I remember my friend Michael telling me that I must meet and hear you play when you were a wee lad in Marin/Sonoma:-) Thank you for all the great music and such a unique guitar style... Without diminishing:-) my praise. Who would be so bitter and give a thumbs down??? Obviously they need some vitamin D and a hug. haha!

This is of course, brilliant and one of the most emotive performances I’ve seen from JL! My absolute favorite guitarist currently. Recently broke both arms and playing vicariously through him

Brilliant.

You're such a sweet person and your music reflects your personality very well. Greetings from a Brazilian fan.

"how to turn your living room into a pocket"

Hey Julian, all the best from your fans in Sonoma County!! Happy New Year.

That guitar is beautiful. Julian has great taste

Wow, that's a beautiful guitar!

you're a genius Julian!

That is chewy. Wow I love it

Great!

Best guitarist of his generation. A blending of so many styles. I'd love to see him really stretch out in his composing like in his earlier work (but take it even further) since at this point he can play anything. Thanks for all the incredible music Julian! Also, I think that must be the most amazing guitar color I've ever seen. :)

Crazy blues!!!

good stuff

You are a great musician...

Love the guitar. Wont be able to afford that one myself but a Duo Jet is on the horizon for me

I started learning guitar at the bigining of the pandemic . . . At this rate I'll be as good as Julian by the time it's delt with ! Ok maybe not .. that's clearly a lifetimes work. Great inspiration anywAy

He's literally just vibing

Another wonderful solo performance. You really should consider an album along these lines. :-)

Brilliant

just wow

Julian Lage would fit right into a Pixar movie like Soul

Fantástico

Muy hermoso Julian te admiro mucho !

Julian seems to go into a trance wen he plays.

Nice!

embassy hands, perfect, precisely good

Very Special Sound. .. Great Work's on Music/Guitar Concept. .. Nice One ... ☺😊😀/💙💙💙/👍👌👏👋

Sweet

More please

ramble on!

Virtuoso!

What a monster

Killer!!

Wedding ring? Did he and Margaret get married? Love it. Congratulations!