Ted Greene was loved by many people throughout his life. No funeral or memorial has been set yet, but this is sure to happen in the future. Please post your contact information here if you are interested in attending.
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Hey Dan, Long time student and friend, please tell me about services and ANYTHING I might help with.My heart is very sad for loss of a great musician and important spirit.-Lenny Coltun
Hi Dan. Thanks for taking the time to put this tribute page up. I knew Ted thought well of you. I've known Ted since the late 70s and He is the biggest influence on how I treat music and even other people. I'm absolutely stunned as I'm sure everyone else is. My wife and I would like to attend the memorial. Jack Majdecki
Dan; Yes, I do want to attend any memorial and/or service if I can. I was always felt honored to be able to say "Ted Greene is my teacher", although I never felt worthy of the association. I know I never will. I had not seen him since my last lesson on October 22 of 2003, and for that, I am truly sorry. Now, I can only reference "The Master" through his books, my memory, and my own saved lesson tapes. -Dan Hughart
I lived for years in the same building that Ted lived and taught. When he had a spare moment we would talk about all genres of music. What I loved most about him was his genuine kindness. I would like to attend along with a friend who also knew Ted well. I will miss him greatly. God bless Ted and his family
Hi- It's Tony Ward, I was a student of Ted Greene's. I would like to attend the memorial service. My contact info is as follows: jennandanthony@adelphia.net 818-553-1968
I would like to attend along with a friend who also knew Ted well. contact me at: jason_kuhar@yahoo.com imsonus@yahoo.com work# 818-534-9209 home# 818-994-1788
Funny humored, memorable laugh, overly humble(!), carefully balanced (double Libra!)...never said white without saying black... damn musical! Dear, sweet Ted...I'll miss you on this planet my friend...Cathy Segal-Garcia Yes I will definitely attend. 818-368-8839
I will definitely attend any memorial for Ted Greene: my teacher and friend; a brilliant and gentle soul, a kind soul, a good hearted and generous soul, a soul with a depth of knowledge and message worth listening to; a kindred spirit; a soul who reached out to all; a soul who if you came into his presence you must consider yourself blessed and fortunate; we who knew him are amongst the Lucky Ones...........Ted, I will miss you terribly........may God Bless and Keep you always.........Douglas G
I am so dispirited as I realize that I will not be able to see Ted or hear him play again. I am also one of the many that he casually loaned a vintage guitar to so I could check it out. Ted not only affected me as a musician, he also influenced me in my job as a public school. I am certain that all of you will believe me when I state that any time I became impatient, either with a student's behavior or their ability to learn, I was always able to find guidance by asking, "What would Ted do?" Thanks, Ted, for everything.
I thank you for coordinating this site. I am absolutely willing to help out in putting the memorial together, if you or Ted's family need help. Jon Kurnick will give you my number. Ted has been a close and dear friend for over 25 years. I can't tell you how bad this hurts my heart. But I know he wouldn't like that... please add me to the list with one person. Thank you,
Rick Cuilty Ted may God hold you and I hope you are already jammin' with Wes, Emily, Lenny, George and so many more...
When Ted passed, a huge hole opened up in the world of guitar and music that will never be filled again. I loved the man as my brother. He single handedly rejuvenated my career and my love of guitar. We will all miss him. Please let me know of any services or memorials I would be so honored to attend. Steve Hunter
Ted, I can't believe you are gone home - too soon for me. Thank you for all you gave to me: your wisdom, patience, kindness, and generous spirit. You will always hold a special place in my heart - a true teacher, a true friend. Sing with the Angels. Love, Maggie G.
P.S. Please, let me know about the memorial. I'm at musicforbeginners@sbcglobal.net
we Loved Ted very much and need to attend, give love to Barb, family and friends and celebrate a beautiful soul, the world won't be the same without him bryan and barbara dunlap solo_53@msn.com
What a loss to the world. I had lessons with him, saw him play at my friends wedding, and have been an admirer of his since "Solo Guitar". My heart weeps. A truly generous and humble man. Please let me know when the memorial is.
The Greatest Guitar Salute The World Has Ever Seen:
When a President dies he is given a 21 gun salute. When a King or when Royalty dies they do something worthy of royalty for them.
As We have just lost a most Royal Individual I am wondering if we, Ted's students can create something special for him, something the world has never seen. I am thinking that there are possibly 100-200 guitarists that will attend his service or his memorial. We should all bring a guitar and at some point we can all play a very simple song that could be played together, in unison, suchas Amazing Grace. We do not need to plug in the amps. The sheer numbers of us alone will carry the sound. We can create the largest guitar ensemble ever on this planet as a tribute to Ted and when we are finished playing we can each cut a string off our guitars and lay it by his side as a symbol of our everlasting love for our most devoted and wonderful TEACHER.
If any of you players think this is appropriate, please post a response here. If someone who is organizing his services reads this please post your thoughts on this.
I was a student of his for the past 10 years, and had a lesson booked for this friday. Please inform me when services will be held. I'm still in disbelief.
Ted will always remain my dearest love. He brought me up and out of my self absorbed, self pitying nightmare and came to my bedside in intensive care to share the light with me in 1969. We had one of those relationships that is eternal, etherial and deep. Playing with Ted was the greatest experience I could have as a guitar player, and I will always think of those days when we would sit around "chicken pickin"
This is really a terrible tragedy. I loved Ted and was a stduent of his since 1985. He changed my life in so many ways it is hard to remember them all. I will always admire and remember him for his positive attitude and inspiration. Life will never be the same without Ted and he will always live in my memory as long as I am alive. Please let me know when the memorial will be held.
Ted was my first teacher who understood that music was a magic we all could do. It was inspiring for a brilliant master like himself to say something like that to a a 16 year-old boy (20 years ago!).
It was just a year ago that I saw Ted play the Sunday brunch at Spazio. I couldn't believe that I was seeing and hearing the man whose LP I had saved for so many years and whose books had been such an inspiration.
I just posted the review I did of that performance for Just Jazz Guitar magazine at this blog:
Dan, I'm so terribly sorry and shocked to hear about Ted's sudden passing. We knew each other for over thirty years. He was an inspiration as a teacher and player. He showed me the perfect chord for a certain note in one of my own compositions. Please let me know about when there will be a gathering of friends for Ted. Barry Zweig bzguitar@pacbell.net
I have known Ted since 1967 and have always considered him the most amazing Guitarist, the kindest man and one of the most honorable men it has ever been my privilege to meet.
Linda(Greene) Please call me if you have see this message. There are a number of people I am in contact with that are willing to offer any type of help.
The world is a poorer place for the loss of Ted Greene. I am devestated. It will be a long time before an assembly of great guitarists can match the knowledge and mastery of one Ted Greene sitting alone in his room. Please inform me of any way I can honor the passing of Ted Greene Jeff Laine 323 969 1521 info@jefflaine.com
When we were young I met and jammed with Ted on many occasions. He loved to improvise in counterpoint and harmony, which was something we shared. Always a gentle and respectful friend, I envied his home life and the appreciation his family all showed toward his obvious genius. Three weeks ago we shook hands and laughed a little together and I was amazed at the strength he had mantained in his exquisitely facile right hand. Music incarnate, and a heart of pure gold, I will miss him a lot. Jimmy Smith
what a beautiful and generous spirit he was. certainly one of the greatest musical minds I've ever been witness to. I think of him every time I pick up the guitar.
Hi Dan, I studied with Ted for nearly 20 years and I am still in shock over his passing. Ted took me on many a musical adventure. Please let me know about where/when services will be held. Thanks, Allan Humphrey allmar(at)pacbell(dot)net
Ted was a true genius and the most humble and genuine guy around. Having been a fan of his since 1971, his input was always valuable & important to me. He wrote in my original $4.00 copy of "Chord Chemistry" (that I bought when it came out) "Don, You sound great....Mayall-Clapton lives...Best Wishes, Ted" Well Ted, thanks for all the inspirations and kindness! A person like you is in short supply and you certainly gave more than you got! I hope there's a Memorial get together so we can all share our stories and feelings about Ted!!
I am so lucky to have known Ted. Peoplle like him only come along once every few hundred years. Please let me know about any memorial, I will definitely attend. Mark Goldenberg markgoldenberg@mac.com
...Carol and I absolutely want to be there...more than anything,I was most impressed by Teds' love for music...he could probably have played any instrument he focused on...that he chose the guitar was a delite to anyone who loves the sound of a guitar...Stevie Gurr...steviegurr@yahoo.com...(818)769-1854
Please include me in the celebration of Ted's beautiful but all to short life. He was the sweetest, most giving human being I ever met. We both grew up in the same part of Westchester County New York. Lessons would almost have flashbacks about local guitar legend Link Chamberlind of the Orchids and Blue Eyed Soul singer from White Plains Billy Vera. His harmonic prowess was as tall as Everest and his patience was as deep as the ocean. I love you Ted! Thanks you everything!!
Bob Schuster (818) 706-6375 bob_schuster@hodads.com
I studied off and on (mostly off) with Ted since I was twenty. I am the least of his students but that I am ekeing out a living playing solo guitar is all due to Ted. He was a marvelously complex and brilliant man, as kind as he was intelligent, as musically gifted as he was disciplined and diligent. He set the bar high - let's all at least attempt to strain to those heights! Please include me at the memorial. I'm a minister if you need help with service details or arrangements.-Bob Sobo
Haven't talked to you since the Gefen SFX days, sorry this has to be the way we make contact again. I will come, either just me or possibly plus one, please send me times and location. I never studied with Ted but of course had "Chord Chemistry" and his solo guitar LP, and solo guitar was always a passion of mine. I think the guy who posted the 100 guitar salute idea is a great one, and I'd be totally up for that - my teachers are definitely the reason for the way I play now and in the future. I let all the MI teachers I used to teach with know about this, I'm sure there'll be a great turn-out! - Doug Perkins, Woodland Hills, CA jazzbug@earthlink.net or 818-631-7771 (cell)
I was a student of Ted's and like so many others, was deeply touched by his kindness, intelligence and what I can only describe as magic. I would like to attend the memorial. Please add me to the list. Thanks.
We all miss him. He was the personification of the truth that music is a spiritual path. Even beyond his amazing musical talent, his humility and generosity touched anyone who came in contact with him. Students, if they couldn't make a lesson, were asked to send in a substitute. For him, there is no substitute. Such a unique treasure, its hard to imagine how a Ted could exist in the world, and now its hard to imagine a world without him.
Dan, I am deeply saddened by the news of Ted's passing. I have been a student of his since the 70s. He has had a profound influence on my music and life. Over the past four years Ted has proof read many of my transcriptions for publication and more recently his songs from Solo Guitar. My only regret is that I didn't use more of that time to document his own music. Ted was one of a kind and I will miss him dearly. My heart goes out to Barbara and Ted's family. Thanks for the beautiful webpage! Please count on my attendance with a friend. Nick Stasinos (818) 590-9913, stazzmusic@hotmail.com
Dan, Thank you for your help in organizing this memorial for a true gentle giant of the guitar. I would like to attend. Larry Koonse larrykoonse@aaahawk.com
Thank you so much for this website! The sense of loss is profound. I am a different player and a different person because of this beautiful brilliant soul. I would like to attend any service and would be happy to help in any way I can. Troy Dexter email Troyism@aol.com
Dan, If I can help with the memorial service in ANY WAY (setting up chairs, picking up trash, transportation, ect.) PLEASE do not hesitate to call me Dennis Belt (805) 653-5955 dennis9663@sbcglobal.net
Although I won't be able to make it down from the Seattle area, my heart will be there.
The contents of Ted's apartment should be donated to the library of congress or even better a university. A team of folks would be needed to go through and compile the life works of Ted Greene. There must be 1000s of pages - all gems.
If my e-mail address didn't come through, it's bobsobo106@msn.com. By the way Dan, thanks so much for the uke CD. I could hear a little Ted influence on some of it! - Bob Sobo
Dear Dan, please let me know when and where the memorial will be held; I live in Tokyo but may be able to fly over, Ted was and still is one of my greatest inspirers. thanks, cliff woolley cliffedge@earthlink.net
No words can describe the loss of a human being like Ted. Please contact me if there is a memorial. I would be honored to participate in any way needed. Jackie (818) 888-1286.
If any help is needed to go through some of Ted's things in his apt. I donate myself. I saw it there a few weeks ago, and know what I am voluntering to do. I live around a mile from there.(818)469-7546 Steve Brodie ssblaw@earthlink.net
I'd be glad to help at his apt. also, I used to live there and my mother still does. There's lots there that needs to be cared for. Let me know if you need me for anything.
Ted was the single biggest inspiration in my young life. He shared everything he knew so graciously, and with such compassion and understanding for individuals. I miss him so much. Please let me know of any information for the memorial, plus I would gladly offer my help in any area, thanks for the site dan. Cade Carradine cadecarradine@hotmail.com 310 -913-0060
Bob Holt, Carla Ryhal and our daughter Kennedy Holt would be honored be able to attend. We would also be happy to help with the service in any way, no matter how menial. We appreciate your keeping us informed. Thank you, Dan & Adam, for the website. BobHoltGuitars@aol.com His wife/secretary/lawyer @ 805/302-8428
Loni -- I keep coming back to see the new postings several times a day, too. Bob's trying to keep a stiff upper lip, but I'm blubbering like a baby. Wish I could hug you. Will see -- unfortunately -- soon at the service. Love, Carla
One friend said there is a hole in the world now and I feel it deeply. We would like to come to any memorial and can help if needed. W.Waldman outbeyond@aol.com
Thank you for informing us of this tragic loss. Please let me know when the memorial will be. I will miss Ted very much! AJ Barish barishfamily@aol.com 310-951-2979
I took many lessons with Ted over the years, starting in the late 70's (Dale' guitars). My last was in november of '04. The music community, not just the guitar community, has lost a giant. I would love to attend the memorial. Ken Lasaine - klasaine@juno.com
Hi Dan, you know you have my help in any way that you wish to utilize me. I will post later more of my feelings about Ted but I am still very shook up. Call me whenever you need me. (818) 994-9906 and the e-mail is guitarmaniax@webtv.net . (BTW the site looks pretty good on the TV screen.) With profound sadness and the utmost respect from Peter Huggins
Adam and yourself are doing a great service to the memory of Ted Greene. We should all aspire to receive the outpouring of love and friendship at the end of our journey as Ted is being shown here. "To have friends you must be one."
If I can be permitted to daydream here,I would love to see a creation of The Ted Greene Library from his amazing collection of books and music that dominated his apartment. Can you imagine the treasures there?
Reading these tributes to Ted, I find myself saying under my breath, “yeah, me too, I second that.” I, too, viewed him as a friend, and a resource, a mentor, and a great inspiration. I imagine many of us expected to be able to see Ted play somewhere 20 years from now. Too bad. The touching tributes here have moved me greatly, and have helped to ease the sadness I feel. To be associated with him made you proud to be a guitar player. To hear and watch him play was to be inspired, moved and awed by the unbelievable combination of artistry, technique, musicality, soulfulness, and sensitivity. To visit with him was a joy. Please let me know about the memorial. John David [spam forces me to say please remove the XX to contact] montrsmuXX@pair.com
I had my first lessons with Ted in 1978 and he's been a part of my playing and thoughts ever since. Please let me know if I can help with the memorial in any way.
I was worried that people eager to be supportive would have no way to contact family members and friends.
I would like to see a Ted Greene foundation created that supports the education of guitarists who lack the means or opportunity to pursue their guitar studies.
There seems to be a number of off-hand recordings of Ted that could be compiled and released, with part of the proceeds going to support this foundation. There are undoubtedly many pages of teaching materials that could also be compiled into a number of books.
Please add me + 1 to the people wishing to participate in Ted's Memorial.
Ted Greene, gone too soon Ted Greene is gone. I can't believe it.
Ted was probably the kindest and most prolific person I've ever known. Even though I haven't been able to keep in constant contact, I've always felt he was one of my best life long friends. He is responsible for the majority of whatever musical abilities I have and had a major effect on my life for the better. He did more for furthering guitar harmony than anyone I know of. When I sat with Ted, he always inspired me, always made me feel I could accomplish anything on the instrument that I desired. That's what made him one of the greatest teachers of all time.
The planet is, and will always be a better place for his visit.
Yeah I'll be there - just tell me where and when. I never took formal lessons from Ted apart from studying his books,but I used to run into him down at Chris' Guitars down on Lankershim Blvd and we've sat on the floor playing together a few times.He once complimented me on my right hand technique and at that point I felt I had been blessed by the Pope to "go forth and play the guitar". Rest easy Ted. My recording studio is also available for any work regarding the compiling,editing,restoration,etc of any future Ted Greene music releases. Michael Johnstone tcassalc@comcast.net
Dear Dan & Adam, Thank you so much for this beautiful and inspiring website. I wish to attend the memorial. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. I miss Ted and and am so sad. Barbara's friend, Lori (818)908-8003 lorimarkart@cs.com
Please let me know the details of the memorial as well...I am one of many who was profoundly influenced by this kind, brilliant and talented soul. Thank you so much for doing this.
Hey Dan, Ted...what a kind, generous and loving genius. Please include me in this last goodbye to such a wonderful man. thanx my brotha, ricky z. chilangomus@hotmail.com
The time I spent with Ted not only impacted how I looked at guitar, but how I heard music regardless of style, genre, era, and complexity. His humbleness amazed me. I feel lucky to have known him. Please keep me informed and add me to the memorial list of attendees.
There is so much I would like to say but frankly, I am numb. For two years one day a week I visited with Ted. During that time I fell in love with his spirit and intellect. Afterward we spoke regularly and there was no indication that his health was failing. Ted, I think of you every day. Eternal Peace, my brother.
Ted was an amazing human being- I am so grateful that i got the chance to study with Ted.
A true gentlemen, a dedicated musician and teacher. Ted's death is a huge loss but his spirit will live on in all of us who were lucky enough to be touched by him...
I can't believe he's gone. It's crushing to lose a man of such love and compassion. He was such an inspiration, being able to effortlessly perform miracles on guitar while telling stories of the Beatles or Wes. Ted was way more than a teacher or a musician, He IS a light in the lives of all who encountered him. His undertanding, humor, humility, and compassion for those around him was as much an influence on me as his guitar playing.
We will miss you, Ted.
My condolences to all of Ted's family and friends.
I would appreciate any info on the memorial service,
As one of the many who feels blessed at having had the opportunity to study (even just a little bit) with Ted, please add me to the list of those wishing to attend the memorial.
Please keep me informed of any memorial services. Ted was a long time teacher and a good friend........and a very wise and loving soul. We are all at a great loss to lose such a compassionate and wise man. He taught much more than music..... Miles Joseph Milestrums@aol.com
Ted was like the candle that did not burn long, but ever so bright. He illuminated the minds of countless musicians young, and old, and like all great History, he will be remembered. Bob Barry
Please add me to the list for the memorial. If possible I will bring Hale and Gabe too. Thanks for putting up this site and let me know if I can help in any way.
Hi Dan. This is a terrible loss! No guitarist growing up in the SFV in the late '60s was unaffected by Ted, his inspiring genius, and sage-like demeanor. I first saw him play at Chatsworth High School with a band called The Nomads (c. 1967-8. He was playing a black Les Paul. I introduced him to Don Troiano in 1969-70 and they became friends. Ted's first words to Don were, "You've been listening to Lenny Breau." Although I had not spoken to Ted in some time, I will always be grateful for having known him. -- Bill Andersen
Even though I've never taken lessons from this man, I did enjoy his professionalism, and the students of his that I learned from. I will always appreciate his talent, the books written, and remember that trading cards and baseball were necessary to gain his interest and trust.
Please let me know when arrangements have been made. Jerry Faigin jerry@jsfmusic.com
Thank you for organizing this site. I live in Kentucky now, but hope to make it for the service. I have studied with Ted for many years, both when I lived in L.A. and since then via mail. My world will never quite feel the same, and I will cherish the memories of sitting in his living room and witnessing his brilliance. My deepest sympathy to his family. David Crites 4crites@insightbb.com
BARBARA.....I WAS SHOCKED AND HEARTBROKEN TO HEAR ABOUT TED....I HAVE KNOWN TED FOR OVER 25 YEARS....WE SHARED A LOVE FOR DOO WOP, R&B AND BASEBALL CARDS....YES,I WILL BE ATTENDING THE MEMORIAL......LET ME KNOW WHERE...GOD BLESSED ME, WHEN HE BROUGHT TED INTO MY LIFE....PAUL POLITI
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Please continue to leave your comments in the "Memories of Ted" section. Thanks to all! (Dan Sawyer)
155 Comments:
Ted Greene was loved by many people throughout his life. No funeral or
memorial has been set yet, but this is sure to happen in the future.
Please post your contact information here if you are interested in
attending.
Posting anonymously does not require you to setting up an account.
thanks!
~Dan Sawyer
Hey dan,
My family and I - total of 4
-Leon White
Hi Dan,
My wife and I will be attending.
Jim Hinds
Dan,
Please ad me and a friend to the memorial list. Loni Specter
Hey Dan,
Long time student and friend, please tell me about services and ANYTHING I might help with.My heart is very sad for loss of a great musician and important spirit.-Lenny Coltun
Hi Dan,
I'll want to attend.
Eddie Arkin
Hey Dan,
2 of us will be coming to the service.
Diana Visco
Hey Dan,
I would like to attend the memorial service.
Brian Green bgreen@usc.edu
I will definitely attend. Please send info as it is available. Thanks Dan.
--Anthony Wilson
Hi Dan. Thanks for taking the time to put this tribute page up. I knew Ted thought well of you.
I've known Ted since the late 70s and He is the biggest influence on how I treat music and even other people. I'm absolutely stunned as I'm sure everyone else is. My wife and I would like to attend the memorial.
Jack Majdecki
Hi Dan,
Thank you for the tribute page.
I will attend. Frank Nazarian.
Dan; Yes, I do want to attend any memorial and/or service if I can. I was always felt honored to be able to say "Ted Greene is my teacher", although I never felt worthy of the association. I know I never will. I had not seen him since my last lesson on October 22 of 2003, and for that, I am truly sorry. Now, I can only reference "The Master" through his books, my memory, and my own saved lesson tapes. -Dan Hughart
Dan -
It was a shock to read about Ted Greene's passing. Kind with his words, generous with his knowledge and awesome with his talent. He will be missed.
Please let me know about memorial services and celebrations of his life and music.
Victor Lindenheim
I lived for years in the same building that Ted lived and taught. When he had a spare moment we would talk about all genres of music. What I loved most about him was his genuine kindness. I would like to attend along with a friend who also knew Ted well. I will miss him greatly. God bless Ted and his family
Dan,
Thanks for all of this...
William and I will both be in attendance.
Ahndrea
Hi- It's Tony Ward, I was a student of Ted Greene's. I would like to attend the memorial service. My contact info is as follows: jennandanthony@adelphia.net
818-553-1968
Ted, my world and the world in general is a poorer place without you.
Dennis Belt
dennis9663@sbcglobal.net
I would like to attend along with a friend who also knew Ted well.
contact me at: jason_kuhar@yahoo.com
imsonus@yahoo.com
work# 818-534-9209
home# 818-994-1788
Funny humored, memorable laugh, overly humble(!), carefully balanced (double Libra!)...never said white without saying black... damn musical! Dear, sweet Ted...I'll miss you on this planet my friend...Cathy Segal-Garcia
Yes I will definitely attend. 818-368-8839
Dan,
No words can express the sense of loss. Thanks for your work on this I know how much Ted meant to you.
I wish to attend the memorial.
Tony Galla
I will definitely attend any memorial for Ted Greene: my teacher and friend; a brilliant and gentle soul, a kind soul, a good hearted and generous soul,
a soul with a depth of knowledge and message worth listening to; a kindred spirit; a soul who reached out to all; a soul who if you came into his presence you must consider yourself blessed and fortunate; we who knew him are amongst the Lucky Ones...........Ted, I will miss you terribly........may God Bless and Keep you always.........Douglas G
I am so dispirited as I realize that I will not be able to see Ted or hear him play again. I am also one of the many that he casually loaned a vintage guitar to so I could check it out.
Ted not only affected me as a musician, he also influenced me in my job as a public school. I am certain that all of you will believe me when I state that any time I became impatient, either with a student's behavior or their ability to learn, I was always able to find guidance by asking, "What would Ted do?"
Thanks, Ted, for everything.
Mike Fishell
Please let me know.
Thanks,
Dave Antonio
dave@daveantonio.com
Hi Dan,
I thank you for coordinating this site. I am absolutely willing to help out in putting the memorial together, if you or Ted's family need help. Jon Kurnick will give you my number. Ted has been a close and dear friend for over 25 years. I can't tell you how bad this hurts my heart. But I know he wouldn't like that... please add me to the list with one person. Thank you,
Rick Cuilty
Ted may God hold you and I hope you are already jammin' with Wes, Emily, Lenny, George and so many more...
Please notify me of the date and time of the memorial service.
When Ted passed, a huge hole opened up in the world of guitar and music that will never be filled again. I loved the man as my brother. He single handedly rejuvenated my career and my love of guitar. We will all miss him. Please let me know of any services or memorials I would be so honored to attend.
Steve Hunter
Ted, I can't believe you are gone home - too soon for me. Thank you for all you gave to me: your wisdom, patience, kindness, and generous spirit. You will always hold a special place in my heart - a true teacher, a true friend. Sing with the Angels.
Love, Maggie G.
P.S. Please, let me know about the memorial. I'm at musicforbeginners@sbcglobal.net
Ted was beautiful soul and will be
missed deeply. Please count us in
for the memorial service.
Thanks Mark & Tinie
markmiller74@yahoo.com
we Loved Ted very much and need to attend, give love to Barb, family and friends and celebrate a beautiful soul, the world won't be the same without him
bryan and barbara dunlap
solo_53@msn.com
What a loss to the world. I had lessons with him, saw him play at my friends wedding, and have been an admirer of his since "Solo Guitar". My heart weeps. A truly generous and humble man. Please let me know when the memorial is.
Fren Asken
fren@frensterguitars.com
Please notify me of any service an/or memorial. dan@danhughart.com
Ted was a gentle giant.
I will miss him.
Please let me know of any funeral and/or memorial.
greensleaves@earthlink.net
Dan,
I will attend. Thanks - Richard Glasband
rglasband@adelphia.net
Thanks Dan. Please include me as well.
Brad Rabuchin
bradrabuchin@earthlink.net
Hi Dan,
I would like to attend the memorial with my family - 4 total. I am crushed by the loss of my mentor and friend.
Paul Karpinski
818-996-7240
The Greatest Guitar Salute The World Has Ever Seen:
When a President dies he is given a 21 gun salute. When a King or when Royalty dies they do something worthy of royalty for them.
As We have just lost a most Royal Individual I am wondering if we, Ted's students can create something special for him, something the world has never seen.
I am thinking that there are possibly 100-200 guitarists that will attend his service or his memorial. We should all bring a
guitar and at some point we can all play a very simple song that could be played together, in unison, suchas Amazing Grace. We do not need to plug in the amps.
The sheer numbers of us alone will carry the sound. We can create the largest guitar ensemble ever on this planet as a tribute to Ted and when we are finished playing we can each cut a string off our
guitars and lay it by his side as a symbol of our everlasting love for our most devoted and wonderful
TEACHER.
If any of you players think this is appropriate, please post a response here. If someone who is organizing his services reads this please post your thoughts on this.
Doug Grossman/info@spannrecords.com
Dan,
I was a student of his for the past 10 years, and had a lesson booked for this friday. Please inform me when services will be held. I'm still in disbelief.
jazzguitar65@yahoo.com
Ted will always remain my dearest love. He brought me up and out of my self absorbed, self pitying nightmare and came to my bedside in intensive care to share the light with me in 1969. We had one of those relationships that is eternal, etherial and deep. Playing with Ted was the greatest experience I could have as a guitar player, and I will always think of those days when we would sit around "chicken pickin"
This is really a terrible tragedy. I loved Ted and was a stduent of his since 1985. He changed my life in so many ways it is hard to remember them all. I will always admire and remember him for his positive attitude and inspiration. Life will never be the same without Ted and he will always live in my memory as long as I am alive. Please let me know when the memorial will be held.
With Love and sadness,
Mark Seigle... 323-913-1556.
Ted was my first teacher who understood that music was a magic we all could do. It was inspiring for a brilliant master like himself to say something like that to a a 16 year-old boy (20 years ago!).
Please notify me of any service/memorial.
Jonathan Grossman
JumboMusicGroup@usa.net
Ted Greene was a very humble giant.
His contributions to the world of music has made us all better, not only musicians but as human beings.
We all owe a lot to you Ted.
Respectfully,
Del Casher
It was just a year ago that I saw Ted play the Sunday brunch at Spazio. I couldn't believe that I was seeing and hearing the man whose LP I had saved for so many years and whose books had been such an inspiration.
I just posted the review I did of that performance for Just Jazz Guitar magazine at this blog:
Jazz Guitar Journey
please tell me about the memorial
steven_h_rosenberg@yahoo.com
Yes, Please notify me of Ted's memorial service.
webmaster@dansindel.us
Thanks for your efforts Dan. I would like to attend a memorial.
craigcopeland0431@sbcglobal.net
Dan,
I'm so terribly sorry and shocked to hear about Ted's sudden passing.
We knew each other for over thirty years. He was an inspiration as a teacher and player. He showed me the perfect chord for a certain note in one of my own compositions.
Please let me know about when there will be a gathering of friends for Ted.
Barry Zweig bzguitar@pacbell.net
Ted was a model human soul, completely selfless and good. I love and miss him. we will be there
AlexBritten
Another two people will be there...
*Please note: if you've posted anonomously, you will need to include an email address or phone number to be contacted. Thanks ~Dan Sawyer
I am interested in attending a memorial.
Mike Fishell
mrfishell@mac.com
Thank you
Derek Dickson
I have known Ted since 1967 and have always considered him the most amazing
Guitarist, the kindest man and one of the most honorable men it has ever been my privilege to meet.
Linda(Greene) Please call me if you have see this message. There are a number of people I am in contact with that are willing to offer any type of help.
Derek Dickson
(818) 882-7877
(818) 652-6441
derek@derekdickson.com
Ted was such a kind, giving soul. He has been an inspiration to me as a musician, teacher and human being.
He was the best of the best. I will miss him.
Please let me know about any memorial....
Thanks,
Matt Price
mattpriceguitar@gmail.com
Here is my phone info as well.
(818)784-2150
Thanks again,
Matt Price
In life we look and search for our true love. Ted was our only true friend. God Bless You Friend. We will miss you.
Linda and I will attend the memorial service.
Dale and Linda Zdenek
lvmd@cox.net
702-361-0527
My tele is 818-759-3356...Please
call with the memorial service details when they are available.
Thank you,
Mark Miller
The world is a poorer place for the loss of Ted Greene. I am devestated. It will be a long time before an assembly of great guitarists can match the knowledge and mastery of one Ted Greene sitting alone in his room. Please inform me of any way I can honor the passing of Ted Greene
Jeff Laine
323 969 1521
info@jefflaine.com
Please let me know about the memorial. Thanks to you who are responsible for this site.
Tony Mandracchia
818 231 3108
Tonyman1@mac.com
When we were young I met and jammed with Ted on many occasions.
He loved to improvise in counterpoint and harmony, which was something we shared.
Always a gentle and respectful friend, I envied his home life and the appreciation his family all showed toward his obvious genius.
Three weeks ago we shook hands and laughed a little together and I was amazed at the strength he had mantained in his exquisitely facile right hand.
Music incarnate, and a heart of pure gold, I will miss him a lot.
Jimmy Smith
sorry Dan, I didn't completely get it at first.
Please let me know when people are getting together.
jimmy smith
lemon@pacbell.net
what a beautiful and generous spirit he was. certainly one of the greatest musical minds I've ever been witness to. I think of him every time I pick up the guitar.
I'd like to attend any gathering that is planned.
Bob Rice
Culver City, CA.
bobrice@comcast(dot)net
(remove dot and insert period)
Hi Dan,
I studied with Ted for nearly 20 years and I am still in shock over his passing. Ted took me on many a musical adventure. Please let me know about where/when services will be held.
Thanks,
Allan Humphrey
allmar(at)pacbell(dot)net
Please let me know about any memorial.
Thank you- Gabriel
gabrielmoses@hotmail.com
818 429-1927
I have no words. My wife and I would like to attend and if there is anything we can do to help, please let us know.
Louis Hoffman
310-261-3716
Hey Dan,
Please add me and a guest to the list. Thanks.
-Marcus McMillan
Marcus McMillan agian. Forgot to leave my number. It's (714) 267-4156
Ted was a true genius and the most humble and genuine guy around. Having been a fan of his since 1971, his input was always valuable & important to me. He wrote in my original $4.00 copy of "Chord Chemistry" (that I bought when it came out) "Don, You sound great....Mayall-Clapton lives...Best Wishes, Ted"
Well Ted, thanks for all the inspirations and kindness! A person like you is in short supply and you certainly gave more than you got!
I hope there's a Memorial get together so we can all share our stories and feelings about Ted!!
BTW, my number is: 661.259.4544 Please call with any info on a Memorial for Ted. I'd be honoured to be there!
Thanks!
Anthony Wilson
please email me at info@anthonywilsonmusic.com
Thanks, Dan! I'll be there!
2 of us will be attending. Please advise as details become available. Thank you.
-jamie kime
jwk203@yahoo.com
I am so lucky to have known Ted. Peoplle like him only come along once every few hundred years.
Please let me know about any memorial, I will definitely attend.
Mark Goldenberg
markgoldenberg@mac.com
...Carol and I absolutely want to be there...more than anything,I was most impressed by Teds' love for music...he could probably have played any instrument he focused on...that he chose the guitar was a delite to anyone who loves the sound of a guitar...Stevie Gurr...steviegurr@yahoo.com...(818)769-1854
Please let Paula and myself know of any information at all about our dear, dear Ted. Thanks,Max Himmelstein.
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Soybean,
Please include me in the celebration of Ted's beautiful but all to short life.
He was the sweetest, most giving human being I ever met. We both grew up in the same part of Westchester County New York. Lessons would almost have flashbacks about local guitar legend Link Chamberlind of the Orchids and Blue Eyed Soul singer from White Plains Billy Vera. His harmonic prowess was as tall as Everest and his patience was as deep as the ocean. I love you Ted! Thanks you everything!!
Bob Schuster
(818) 706-6375
bob_schuster@hodads.com
I studied off and on (mostly off) with Ted since I was twenty. I am the least of his students but that I am ekeing out a living playing solo guitar is all due to Ted. He was a marvelously complex and brilliant man, as kind as he was intelligent, as musically gifted as he was disciplined and diligent. He set the bar high - let's all at least attempt to strain to those heights! Please include me at the memorial. I'm a minister if you need help with service details or arrangements.-Bob Sobo
Hi Dan,
Haven't talked to you since the Gefen SFX days, sorry this has to be the way we make contact again. I will come, either just me or possibly plus one, please send me times and location. I never studied with Ted but of course had "Chord Chemistry" and his solo guitar LP, and solo guitar was always a passion of mine. I think the guy who posted the 100 guitar salute idea is a great one, and I'd be totally up for that - my teachers are definitely the reason for the way I play now and in the future. I let all the MI teachers I used to teach with know about this, I'm sure there'll be a great turn-out! - Doug Perkins, Woodland Hills, CA
jazzbug@earthlink.net or 818-631-7771 (cell)
Dan,
My wife and I would like to attend Ted's memorial sevice. Please keep us informed.
Thank you
Carmen Grillo
carmen@carmengrillo.com
Dan,
I was a student of Ted's and like so many others, was deeply touched by his kindness, intelligence and what I can only describe as magic. I would like to attend the memorial. Please add me to the list. Thanks.
Rich Lasner
rlasner@line6.com
818.917.7962
Yes, I do want to attend Ted's funeral
or memorial(s).
Steve Brodie
ssblaw@earthlink.net
(818)469-7546
We all miss him. He was the personification of the truth that music is a spiritual path. Even beyond his amazing musical talent, his humility and generosity touched anyone who came in contact with him. Students, if they couldn't make a lesson, were asked to send in a substitute. For him, there is no substitute.
Such a unique treasure, its hard to imagine how a Ted could exist in the world, and now its hard to imagine a world without him.
Hi Dan,
This is a follow=up as i'm not sure you weere provided with my email address.
rickcuilty@sbcglobal.com
Thanks,
Rick
Dan, I am deeply saddened by the news of Ted's passing. I have been a student of his since the 70s. He has had a profound influence on my music and life. Over the past four years Ted has proof read many of my transcriptions for publication and more recently his songs from Solo Guitar. My only regret is that I didn't use more of that time to document his own music. Ted was one of a kind and I will miss him dearly. My heart goes out to Barbara and Ted's family. Thanks for the beautiful webpage! Please count on my attendance with a friend. Nick Stasinos (818) 590-9913, stazzmusic@hotmail.com
Dan,
Thank you for your help in organizing this memorial for a true gentle giant of the guitar. I would like to attend.
Larry Koonse
larrykoonse@aaahawk.com
Well played
Well respected
Well loved
Well done
Thank you so much for this website!
The sense of loss is profound.
I am a different player and a different person because of this beautiful brilliant soul. I would like to attend any service and would be happy to help in any way I can.
Troy Dexter email Troyism@aol.com
Please contact me with details of Ted's memorial service.
David Petrie
dpetrie@earthlink.net
Dan, If I can help with the memorial service in ANY WAY (setting up chairs, picking up trash, transportation, ect.) PLEASE do not hesitate to call me
Dennis Belt
(805) 653-5955
dennis9663@sbcglobal.net
Loni@ampshow.com
(818) 992-0745
I just keep comming back to this site over and over to read the newest comments. My eyes fill with tears every time.
Although I won't be able to make it down from the Seattle area, my heart will be there.
The contents of Ted's apartment should be donated to the library of congress or even better a university. A team of folks would be needed to go through and compile the life works of Ted Greene. There must be 1000s of pages - all gems.
Mark Kramer
markkra@windows.microsoft.com
Leon White
Dan - just the for the record my email address is
lwhite1000@hotmail.com
I'd love to hear from anyone.
Leon
Hello and thank you Dan,
I would like to attend with my wife. my e-mail is
greg153@sbcglobal.net
We'll miss you Ted.
Greg Herzenach
If my e-mail address didn't come through, it's bobsobo106@msn.com. By the way Dan, thanks so much for the uke CD. I could hear a little Ted influence on some of it! - Bob Sobo
Dear Dan, please let me know when and where the memorial will be held; I live in Tokyo but may be able to fly over, Ted was and still is one of my greatest inspirers. thanks, cliff woolley cliffedge@earthlink.net
Dan - Please let me know when and where.
Thanks,
Joey Brasler
loudestguitar@sbcglobal.net
818 996-4777
No words can describe the loss of a human being like Ted. Please contact me if there is a memorial. I would be honored to participate in any way needed.
Jackie (818) 888-1286.
If any help is needed to go through some of Ted's things in his apt. I donate myself. I saw it there a few weeks ago, and know what I am voluntering to do. I live around a mile from there.(818)469-7546
Steve Brodie
ssblaw@earthlink.net
Hi Dan, please include me on the memorial list. It would be greatly appreciated, thank you.
-Stephen Stahl
818.371.6314
Here is my email address as well.
stephen_stahl@hotmail.com
Thanks - Ted was truly an inspiration to all. I felt honored to know him.
I'd be glad to help at his apt. also, I used to live there and my mother still does. There's lots there that needs to be cared for. Let me know if you need me for anything.
Jason D. Kuhar
818-994-1788
jasondkuhar@yahoo.com
Ted was the single biggest inspiration in my young life. He shared everything he knew so graciously, and with such compassion and understanding for individuals. I miss him so much. Please let me know of any information for the memorial, plus I would gladly offer my help in any area, thanks for the site dan. Cade Carradine cadecarradine@hotmail.com 310 -913-0060
Bob Holt, Carla Ryhal and our daughter Kennedy Holt would be honored be able to attend. We would also be happy to help with the service in any way, no matter how menial. We appreciate your keeping us informed. Thank you, Dan & Adam, for the website. BobHoltGuitars@aol.com
His wife/secretary/lawyer @ 805/302-8428
Loni -- I keep coming back to see the new postings several times a day, too. Bob's trying to keep a stiff upper lip, but I'm blubbering like a baby. Wish I could hug you. Will see -- unfortunately -- soon at the service. Love, Carla
Dan,
I left my phone number earlier but forgot my email.
pkarpinski@socal.rr.com
Thanks,
Paul Karpinski
One friend said there is a hole in the world now and I feel it deeply.
We would like to come to any memorial and can help if needed.
W.Waldman
outbeyond@aol.com
Thank you for informing us of this tragic loss. Please let me know when the memorial will be. I will miss Ted very much!
AJ Barish
barishfamily@aol.com
310-951-2979
Thank you for putting this together.
Please let me know about the memorial when you can.
Bob Rissman
rissman@pacbell.net
310.924.5442
I took many lessons with Ted over the years, starting in the late 70's (Dale' guitars). My last was in november of '04. The music community, not just the guitar community, has lost a giant. I would love to attend the memorial. Ken Lasaine - klasaine@juno.com
Hi Dan, you know you have my help in any way that you wish to utilize me. I will post later more of my feelings about Ted but I am still very shook up.
Call me whenever you need me. (818) 994-9906 and the e-mail is guitarmaniax@webtv.net . (BTW the site looks pretty good on the TV screen.)
With profound sadness and the utmost respect from Peter Huggins
Dan, I apologize as I forgot to include my e-mail. here it is : 1frankn@cox.net
Hey Dan,
Keith Lynch will attend.
Dan,
Adam and yourself are doing a great service to the memory of Ted Greene. We should all aspire to receive the outpouring of love and friendship at the end of our journey as Ted is being shown here. "To have friends you must be one."
If I can be permitted to daydream here,I would love to see a creation of The Ted Greene Library from his amazing collection of books and music that dominated his apartment. Can you imagine the treasures there?
Please contact me for the memorial service.
Pat Ciliberto
ciliberto@earthlink.net
Hey Dan,
sorry, forgot to leave my e-mail
keith lynch will be coming, need to know when and where:
lynch@keithlynch.com
Reading these tributes to Ted, I find myself saying under my breath, “yeah, me too, I second that.” I, too, viewed him as a friend, and a resource, a mentor, and a great inspiration. I imagine many of us expected to be able to see Ted play somewhere 20 years from now. Too bad. The touching tributes here have moved me greatly, and have helped to ease the sadness I feel. To be associated with him made you proud to be a guitar player. To hear and watch him play was to be inspired, moved and awed by the unbelievable combination of artistry, technique, musicality, soulfulness, and sensitivity. To visit with him was a joy. Please let me know about the memorial. John David [spam forces me to say please remove the XX to contact] montrsmuXX@pair.com
I had my first lessons with Ted in 1978 and he's been a part of my playing and thoughts ever since. Please let me know if I can help with the memorial in any way.
George Alexander
geoalexander@earthlink.net
Hi Dan,
I really want to be there
Thanks,
Halcyon
Sorry, forgot my e-mail
Palmhalcyon@aol.com
Sorry, forgot my e-mail
Palmhalcyon@aol.com
Hi Dan
Thank you for getting this blog going.
I was worried that people eager to be supportive would have no way to contact family members and friends.
I would like to see a Ted Greene foundation created that supports the education of guitarists who lack the means or opportunity to pursue their guitar studies.
There seems to be a number of off-hand recordings of Ted that could be compiled and released, with part of the proceeds going to support this foundation. There are undoubtedly many pages of teaching materials that could also be compiled into a number of books.
Please add me + 1 to the people wishing to participate in Ted's Memorial.
Derek Dickson
derek@derekdickson.com
(818) 652-6441
PS Dan - Please call or email me if possible.
I have known Ted since 1966 and have recently been taking lessons with him again.
Ted Greene, gone too soon
Ted Greene is gone. I can't believe it.
Ted was probably the kindest and most prolific person I've ever known. Even though I haven't been able to keep in constant contact, I've always felt he was one of my best life long friends. He is responsible for the majority of whatever musical abilities I have and had a major effect on my life for the better. He did more for furthering guitar harmony than anyone I know of. When I sat with Ted, he always inspired me, always made me feel I could accomplish anything on the instrument that I desired. That's what made him one of the greatest teachers of all time.
The planet is, and will always be a better place for his visit.
Good Bye my friend, I will miss you,
"Chips" Dana Hoover
dhoover@sbcglobal.net
I'd like to attend Ted's memorial.
Thanks
Mark Micklich
markmick@pacbell.net
Thanks for this Dan. I'd really like to pay my respects to an old friend and truely great musician. Jack Conrad jaconrad@pacbell.net
Yeah I'll be there - just tell me where and when. I never took formal lessons from Ted apart from studying his books,but I used to run into him down at Chris' Guitars down on Lankershim Blvd and we've sat on the floor playing together a few times.He once complimented me on my right hand technique and at that point I felt I had been blessed by the Pope to "go forth and play the guitar". Rest easy Ted. My recording studio is also available for any work regarding the compiling,editing,restoration,etc of any future Ted Greene music releases.
Michael Johnstone tcassalc@comcast.net
Please let me know when it will be.
All of us grew up with Ted.We would like to know when the memorial will be.
Dear Dan & Adam, Thank you so much for this beautiful and inspiring website. I wish to attend the memorial. Please let me know if there is anything I can do. I miss Ted and and am so sad. Barbara's friend, Lori (818)908-8003 lorimarkart@cs.com
Hi Dan,
Please let me know the details of the memorial as well...I am one of many who was profoundly influenced by this kind, brilliant and talented soul. Thank you so much for doing this.
Mark Thornbury
fandor@sbcglobal.net
(661)272-9241
Ted was a quiet, kind, gentle soul and enormous talent on an endless mission to teach the guitar he loved. The world needs more like him.
Dan -- Thanks for caring and for posting this tribute page. Please let me know when the memorial will be. I will be there if at all possible.
Harvey Rubens
hrubens@sbcglobal.net
(818) 783-2584
I would like to attend the memorial.
Thanks,
Joey Backenstoe
jdbackenstoe@adelphia.net
(661)943-7468
Hey Dan,
Ted...what a kind, generous and loving genius. Please include me in this last goodbye to such a wonderful man.
thanx my brotha,
ricky z.
chilangomus@hotmail.com
Dan-
Thank you for this site.
I am so saddened by Ted's passing. A beautiful spirit, who invented a music with that same beauty.
I miss him.
Please count me in on the memorial.
-dean parks-
The time I spent with Ted not only impacted how I looked at guitar, but how I heard music regardless of style, genre, era, and complexity. His humbleness amazed me. I feel lucky to have known him. Please keep me informed and add me to the memorial list of attendees.
Thank you,
James Santiago
jsantiago@line6.com
There is so much I would like to say but frankly, I am numb. For two years one day a week I visited with Ted. During that time I fell in love with his spirit and intellect. Afterward we spoke regularly and there was no indication that his health was failing. Ted, I think of you every day. Eternal Peace, my brother.
Ted was an amazing human being-
I am so grateful that i got the chance
to study with Ted.
A true gentlemen, a dedicated
musician and teacher. Ted's death is a huge loss but his spirit will
live on in all of us who were lucky enough to be touched by him...
Thanks for inspiring me Ted,
I can't believe he's gone. It's crushing to lose a man of such love and compassion. He was such an inspiration, being able to effortlessly perform miracles on guitar while telling stories of the Beatles or Wes. Ted was way more than a teacher or a musician, He IS a light in the lives of all who encountered him. His undertanding, humor, humility, and compassion for those around him was as much an influence on me as his guitar playing.
We will miss you, Ted.
My condolences to all of Ted's family and friends.
I would appreciate any info on the memorial service,
Thanks, Carl Acosta
carlacosta@socal.rr.com
Dan:
Please let me know about the funeral arrangements.
bjgroup@charter.net
-bruce henkin
As one of the many who feels blessed at having had the opportunity to study (even just a little bit) with Ted, please add me to the list of those wishing to attend the memorial.
George Van Wagner
gvanwagner@line6.com
Please keep me informed of any memorial services. Ted was a long time teacher and a good friend........and a very wise and loving soul. We are all at a great loss to lose such a compassionate and wise man. He taught much more than music.....
Miles Joseph
Milestrums@aol.com
Dan,
Myself and another friend - total of 2.
We are both students of Ted and will miss him and his amazing talent and skills. Please keep us posted.
-Wayne Ahlberg
Ted was like the candle that did not burn long, but ever so bright. He illuminated the minds of countless musicians young, and old, and like all great History, he will be remembered. Bob Barry
Dan and Adam,
Please add me to the list for the memorial. If possible I will bring Hale and Gabe too. Thanks for putting up this site and let me know if I can help in any way.
Tim Torrance ttmusic@pacbell.net
Dan and Adam,
You're wonderful.
I would like to join you all in celebration of Ted's life.
Peace,
Robin
Please let me know when the the memorial will be.
Jody Fisher
go2jody@mac.com
Ted's passionate approach to music and teaching was a crucial element in determining my life's path.
Please let me know when and where the memorial will be. I will attend with two others.
Peter Butterfield
pebutter@ftml.net
Dear Dan,
Please let me know when and where Ted's memorial will be. I'd like to attend (one person).
Kris Kowal
Chicago
Hi Dan. This is a terrible loss! No guitarist growing up in the SFV in the late '60s was unaffected by Ted, his inspiring genius, and sage-like demeanor. I first saw him play at Chatsworth High School with a band called The Nomads (c. 1967-8. He was playing a black Les Paul. I introduced him to Don Troiano in 1969-70 and they became friends. Ted's first words to Don were, "You've been listening to Lenny Breau." Although I had not spoken to Ted in some time, I will always be grateful for having known him. -- Bill Andersen
Even though I've never taken lessons from this man, I did enjoy his professionalism, and the students of his that I learned from. I will always appreciate his talent, the books written, and remember that trading cards and baseball were necessary to gain his interest and trust.
Please let me know when arrangements have been made. Jerry Faigin jerry@jsfmusic.com
>>> Preliminary Announcement! <<<
Here is the preliminary announcement of the memorial for Ted Greene. It will be held on August 14, 1PM to 5PM at the Beverly Garland Hotel.
Please look for the more complete details which should be up by this evening on this website. (DS)
Thankyou Dan,
I would like to attend. Ted was a friend of 30 years. I am in shock. He will be missed and remembered as the wonderful kind person he was.
Charlie Hall
Thank you for organizing this site. I live in Kentucky now, but hope to make it for the service. I have studied with Ted for many years, both when I lived in L.A. and since then via mail. My world will never quite feel the same, and I will cherish the memories of sitting in his living room and witnessing his brilliance. My deepest sympathy to his family.
David Crites
4crites@insightbb.com
I would like to attend any upcoming service. I was a student of Ted's and a great admirer of his music and his kindness.
Brent Canter
BCanter@ucla.edu
I would like to attend. My name is Earnest and I am a student of his. Please send me information.
ernaaaay@aol.com
Hi Dan. Thanks for putting this together. I will definitely be attending.
Tom Fernandes
Please notify me of the time and place of the memorial as I would like to attend.
Much Love,
Eric Keyes
eric@doilie.com
The band in heaven just got a whole lot better.
Dan, I'll be there for certain. Thanks for putting this site together. Ted was worth this and so much more. How fortunate we were to know him.
Adam Smith
BARBARA.....I WAS SHOCKED AND HEARTBROKEN TO HEAR ABOUT TED....I HAVE KNOWN TED FOR OVER 25 YEARS....WE SHARED A LOVE FOR DOO WOP, R&B AND BASEBALL CARDS....YES,I WILL BE ATTENDING THE MEMORIAL......LET ME KNOW WHERE...GOD BLESSED ME, WHEN HE BROUGHT TED INTO MY LIFE....PAUL POLITI
*** All information about the memorial on August 14th is now posted on the main page of this site. It is not neccesary anymore to leave your contact information here. ***
Please continue to leave your comments in the "Memories of Ted" section. Thanks to all! (Dan Sawyer)
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