For lovers of Jesus & Jazz, it is hard to imagine a more lovely finger-style approach to a song that has been played by every great finger-style guitarist -- including Martin Taylor, Doyle Dykes and Tommy Emmanuel. But to my ears, this is the best version -- simultaneously 'artless' ("Heck, I could play that!") and deceptively simple -- yet complex. Your unique chord progressions, around 1:18 and 1:50 are a blend of reverence and jazz artistry quite beyond anything I've ever heard. For the opening few seconds I thought of Earl Klugh (another hero that got to work with Chet) but very quickly realized that "Walter Rodrigues Jr" is uniquely blessed. Thanks for posting and . . . God bless! -- Mark B of the frozen North
You are an inspiration to reach for excellence in praising God with your talent. I hope that many people realize how much you have studied and worked to play in such a beautiful way, and that you have been faithful to God by "polishing" the natural talent He has given you. Thank you for sharing your skills with us and showing us how you worship Him. GOD BLESS YOU !!!
When you doubled up the walking bass, my eyes popped out of my head. What a monster of an arrangement. Good to see people like you who put in the hours for what they love, and succeed brilliantly.
Really nice jazz swing feel, great reharmonization & chord sub's, bass lines, and phrasing on the melody. Old, new, borrowed, & bright sunny blue. Has a Lenny Breau-like vibe; like Lenny on "Swinging On A Seven String." with Buddy Emmons. I'm stealing it!
I've never heard of you and "stumbled" onto your You Tube video...I use to play and I've been listening to Jazz guitarist like Charlie Byrd, Barney Cassel for over 50 years. This is great as I now have the love of two realms: jazz & Godly music...thanks Walter Rodrigs the portage (I'm from Honolulu originally)
I wonder how it feels to be so great at guitar. Knowing that there are very few people in the world that can do what you do. Great stuff all glory to the almighty :)
Hi Walter I've seen your videos and no words can described how you beautifully arrange those songs. Everytime im seeing your videos it removes my stress and anxieties. Thank you and keep on playing for the glory of God!
I've followed you for a while now and have always been amazed by your arrangements and flawless technique. However, this video truly takes the cake with some of the smoothest voice leading ever!
This is AMAZING! I really love the walking base feel in the middle of the song. You did an incredible job in turning a beautiful hymn into a swinging solo guitar tune! Thank you for being an inspiration! Keep up the fantastic work!
Great Picking Brother.......you can tell when the anointing is there...that's what makes the difference.....you are truly blessed.....keep using your talent for HIM.
Amazingly beautiful. I can't get enough of your videos. Thank you Mr. Rodrigues for sharing you God-given talent to glorify our God. I wish you all the Father's blessings... Thank you very very much.
Que Deus continue te abençoando irmão Walter.. muito lindo, sempre estou dando link em seus vídeos, pois são inspirados por Deus.. Sou Roberto Brasil Estado do Maranhão Cidade Imperatriz Abraço..
Excellent! I skip around youtube from time to time looking for new guitar ideas, however your arrangement was so good, I just closed my eyes and enjoyed! Your guitar playing is great, but that arrangement can stand on its own two feet for any instrumentation, keyboard, quartet, etc.
I'm more impressed every time I watch you play sir! I've ordered the new album so I hope to get some inspiration and be able to play this well someday! Keep up the good work sir and God Bless you again!
Walter, what a happy arrangement of a song with a blessed thought! I'm glad I didn't see this right before posting mine! LOL! Fascinating and beautiful!
Thanks Mike! I'm glad you enjoyed it! Those were fun times when I recorded with an analog camcorder, so blurry you can barely see the guitar frets LOL! Here's a remake version with a slightly better quality LOL! ua-cam.com/video/-RgkME7ugZc/v-deo.html
Wonderful arrangement - thank you !! If I had been gifted with fingers as long as the fretboard, I'd try and learn that !! Great talent and very pleasing to listen to.
He puts a smile on my face every time I hear him play....
For lovers of Jesus & Jazz, it is hard to imagine a more lovely finger-style approach to a song that has been played by every great finger-style guitarist -- including Martin Taylor, Doyle Dykes and Tommy Emmanuel. But to my ears, this is the best version -- simultaneously 'artless' ("Heck, I could play that!") and deceptively simple -- yet complex. Your unique chord progressions, around 1:18 and 1:50 are a blend of reverence and jazz artistry quite beyond anything I've ever heard. For the opening few seconds I thought of Earl Klugh (another hero that got to work with Chet) but very quickly realized that "Walter Rodrigues Jr" is uniquely blessed. Thanks for posting and . . . God bless!
-- Mark B of the frozen North
Mark Blackburn Thank you, Mark! Truly appreciate your kind words. God bless!
Awesome comment ❤
First listened to this a decade ago. Still impressed by the exquisiteness - and that left hand. To God be the Glory.
You are an inspiration to reach for excellence in praising God with your talent.
I hope that many people realize how much you have studied and worked to play in such a beautiful way, and that you have been faithful to God by "polishing" the natural talent He has given you.
Thank you for sharing your skills with us and showing us how you worship Him.
GOD BLESS YOU !!!
2016 and I'm still checking this video out :-)
Thank you Scott :-)
Scott Ouellette 2017！！God bless you, Walter
2018! and I guess soon a comment for 2019 will appear :-) timeless!
2018 and im stealing this arrangement 😁
I'M COMING FROM 2025 💓💞😂😂😇👍
Thank you Good Sir. You have no idea what an awesome service you're doing for people like me who absolutely love jazz and Jesus. God bless your soul.
When you doubled up the walking bass, my eyes popped out of my head. What a monster of an arrangement. Good to see people like you who put in the hours for what they love, and succeed brilliantly.
Really nice jazz swing feel, great reharmonization & chord sub's, bass lines, and phrasing on the melody. Old, new, borrowed, & bright sunny blue. Has a Lenny Breau-like vibe; like Lenny on "Swinging On A Seven String." with Buddy Emmons. I'm stealing it!
Praise the mighty name of JESUS - what a beautiful cover
Outstanding, flawless and beautiful, we are blessed you gave back your gift to God
Thank you so much :-)
My family in the Philippines loves hearing your clear, relaxing and inspiring hymn renditions.
Thank you so much for your kind words! All the best to you and your family. God bless!
Hallelujah praise him for your gift and thanks for sharing and giving him the glory he deserves!!
I've never heard of you and "stumbled" onto your You Tube video...I use to play and I've been listening to Jazz guitarist like Charlie Byrd, Barney Cassel for over 50 years. This is great as I now have the love of two realms: jazz & Godly music...thanks Walter Rodrigs the portage (I'm from Honolulu originally)
i listened and then i was..... speechless.. got me into jazzy mood.. just amazing..
I wonder how it feels to be so great at guitar. Knowing that there are very few people in the world that can do what you do. Great stuff all glory to the almighty :)
+Matthew Titus Thank you for your kind words, Matthew. I'm just a humble servant of Him. Honored to praise God with my music :-) God bless!
Matthew Titus ...Lots of hard work to be sure! In addition to being blessed with talent from on high.
I could listen to your playing all day!!
Hi Walter I've seen your videos and no words can described how you beautifully arrange those songs. Everytime im seeing your videos it removes my stress and anxieties. Thank you and keep on playing for the glory of God!
Hi Bongers! Thank you so much for your kind words, what a blessing to read your comment. God bless!
I've followed you for a while now and have always been amazed by your arrangements and flawless technique. However, this video truly takes the cake with some of the smoothest voice leading ever!
Thanks so much MrSlimfinger! Much appreciated :-)
I've Loved this song since I was a kid. What a GREAT rendition of it! ........I'm gonna go put legs on my guitar now, and use it as a Coffee Table!
Greetings from Poland. God bless You, Walter.
Your music is exactly as I understand our musicians' mission in our live.
Thank you so much for watching and commenting, brother! God Bless!
This is AMAZING! I really love the walking base feel in the middle of the song. You did an incredible job in turning a beautiful hymn into a swinging solo guitar tune! Thank you for being an inspiration! Keep up the fantastic work!
Thank you, David! I'm glad you enjoyed it :-)
I listen to this almost every day Walter! It's a renewal of my faith and my love for the guitar and music. Thanks again!
Beautiful in it's own way. God bless you all.
Great Picking Brother.......you can tell when the anointing is there...that's what makes the difference.....you are truly blessed.....keep using your talent for HIM.
i can't even tell you how many times i've listen to this!!
2018 and I'm still here listening this bless of God. Thanks, Walter
Sir Walter what a beautiful rendition of the song "What a friend we have in Jesus". Hopin you would be able to play more of the favorite hymns...
Amazingly beautiful. I can't get enough of your videos. Thank you Mr. Rodrigues for sharing you God-given talent to glorify our God. I wish you all the Father's blessings... Thank you very very much.
Thank you so much for all your kind words, Lin! God bless.
Thank you so much for using your talent to bless my soul. Im so in love with jazz
Thank you :-)
Hi Walter, i haven't seen such brilliant, clean guitar work before. thank you for sharing brother.
Leonard Moonsamy Thank you, Leonard. I appreciate your kind comments. Blessings / Walter.
you are so bless with that talent
Exhilarating and inspirational. Love that final chord.
Wow..I always come back to check your arrangements..!
no words to describe such great gift and talent
Thank you, Nikol. All the best to you.
Very expressive and dynamic playing
I knw how to play guitar but that broken chords what is that ? anyway god bless 4 sharing that amazing talent ,what a friend we have in jesus ...
Beautiful! Just Beautiful!
salute!!! You are so wise using your talent in service to the lord!!!
This is so amazing! Thank you!!!
Absolutely Fabulous, Mr. Rodriques!!!!!!!
One of my favorite songs! Lovely arrangement! (Two thumbs up!)
Just outstanding! Great feel, great sound. Superb! I wish I had your long fingers.
Yo u still here man? 14 Yrs have passed
Walter, listening to your music makes me happy!
Praise God for your great talent putting it to good use. A great version of solo guitar works
Thank you so much! God bless.
Hi, I am blessed with your rendition. It's beautiful and full of love that comes from HIM alone. You are an instrument, a vessel. Thank you!
Trombone - Drums & Keyboard... Thanks again for the great music and Jazz arangement. Your the best.
Thanks so much for your kind compliments! All the best to you!
Que Deus continue te abençoando irmão Walter.. muito lindo, sempre estou dando link em seus vídeos, pois são inspirados por Deus..
Sou Roberto
Brasil
Estado do Maranhão
Cidade Imperatriz
Abraço..
Outstanding ! Incredible playing and superb arrangement.
Bob R.
GREAT arrangement played flawlessly. THANKS!!!
Thank you Mike! Sorry for the late reply :-)
Wow, great touch and sound, really enjoyed your chord changes and walking bass.
Stunning, beautiful arrangement, enjoyed it , thanks for the upload Walter
Thanks for watching and commenting, Savio.
31 viewers so far, are envious of Walter's undeniable talent.
seriously I love your arrangement !
That was a brilliant arrangement Walter. Very smooooooooooth!
Awesome! great arrangement, and crystal clear recording, love it! Scott
Thank you so much for you kind compliments, Scott!
Beautiful, amazing arrangement!
Learning tool indeed. Wonderful work - just love it.
Big Ron
Wow. Great playing. Nice tone too.
Excellent! I skip around youtube from time to time looking for new guitar ideas, however your arrangement was so good, I just closed my eyes and enjoyed! Your guitar playing is great, but that arrangement can stand on its own two feet for any instrumentation, keyboard, quartet, etc.
Fantastic playing love it, keep up the great work
Very inspiring! Thank you!
This is such a great compilation of music you've done so far. I hope to see you produce more albums!
Your ability is a joy to mine soul, God bless you.
Just ordered & received the Hymns book, tried this song. Love the arrangement...thanks Walter.
Awesome! Thank you, Lester!
The 'best'. Thank you sir Walter for sharing.
AMEN!!!!...and well played!!
this is exactly my kind of music that I love! Your Channel is very good!
i am so blessed by your guitar. be blessed.
Love it.... one of my favourite hymn....
Wonderful arrangement. Cheers!
Whaa! Deadly! you killed it brother! Awesome, love it!
Amazing composition, made me buy your book! Can't wait for it to arrive :)
CRaul87 Awesome! I'm glad you enjoyed the arrangement. Thanks for purchasing the book, I hope you'll like it :-)
What is the bame of the book?
I can listen to you play all day!
+Nelson Figueroa Thank you, Nelson :-)
Your finger is miracles sir..
Very very very lovely
Thanks for checking it out Donny!
Wow, what a gift you have.
2020 and still love with this kind of cover 😃
Beautiful.
O que é isso!!!!!! Que coisa mais linda. Sutileza harmônica. Muito bom mesmo, parabéns Walter!
Very nice sound man!
God bless you!
that was fantastic man. Well done.
Parabéns maestro Walter belíssima arte nas cordas
Love your style Walter...as I said before I have, and will continue to steal from your posts!! This being a favorite!!
Beautifully played, love the sound & great inversions and groove!
Tommymec
From the Philippines!
Wow amazing! Love it, :-)
God bless!
Coooool! More exciting than a three chord version, and I can still mediate on the joyful words.
God bless you sir!
wow..awesome one of my favorite hymns. like ur rendition. awesome stuff
Thank you Douglas!
WOW, just some Samson C01 mic, a nice guitar and some BEASTLY guitarist, this kids it's how you make some great recordings
Thank you, I enjoyed listening to your stealthily perfect playing, you made it look easy!! All the best
I'm more impressed every time I watch you play sir! I've ordered the new album so I hope to get some inspiration and be able to play this well someday! Keep up the good work sir and God Bless you again!
Wow - Walter, you are amazing!
Amen! You need to do some more videos please... :) thank you so much for this one. May God continue to bless you
wow.... that was inspiring!! Thank YOU!
Great playing!
Great song and even greater theme!
Walter, what a happy arrangement of a song with a blessed thought! I'm glad I didn't see this right before posting mine! LOL! Fascinating and beautiful!
Thanks Mike! I'm glad you enjoyed it! Those were fun times when I recorded with an analog camcorder, so blurry you can barely see the guitar frets LOL! Here's a remake version with a slightly better quality LOL! ua-cam.com/video/-RgkME7ugZc/v-deo.html
wow! i love this!!
Thank you Walter
Wonderful arrangement - thank you !! If I had been gifted with fingers as long as the fretboard, I'd try and learn that !! Great talent and very pleasing to listen to.
Thank you John :-)
That's just beautiful