I have made a video explaining how to play this piece on my patreon page (link above) you can view it for free!🦉 www.patreon.com/posts/how-to-play-1-104517724?Link&
Thank you, it is a special one. I have a classical nylon string guitar. One day I will get one to amp it. As a beginner I feel it might be a stretch to some of the stretches.
@@ngairewinwood2124 it is a bit stretchy at times! The basic shapes are ok I think, start there and work out which notes work around them to make your own thing. hopefully I can help you more over on patreon.
I reflected on parts of my life when listening to this..I’m 72 on Thursday and have found a lot of peace in later life after a turbulent past..thankyou for this beautiful music
Happiest birthday to you. 72! Huge congratulations. I'd love to hear more about "peace later in life after a turbulent past" - I keep hoping it is ahead for me. I'm turning 59 this year, and honestly, I had planned not to make it to 50, so, I've outlived and outlasted a bunch of turbulence myself, some self-imposed of course, and changed my life's trajectory. I realize this isn't the place to discuss, but just your posting stokes that dwindling flame of hope inside me, the one I keep trying to squash because hope is so addictive, and let downs are all I'm used to.
Thank you for this beautiful peace! I am in a foreign country, divorced 4 months ago, cannot return back to my family in my home country because of political persecution, don't speak local language, lost two jobs on the same day... Sometimes I feel grief, deattached, lost, forlorn, disoriented like life has no real meaning anymore. But reading comments of other people sharing their tragedies and feelings makes me feel supported. Knowing that I am not the only one who is getting through a hard period of life. To anyone reading my story and experiencing strong sad feelings -- know that you are not alone, and that feelings come and go. It will get better. Life is worth living. You will make it.
@@erastfandorin5670 Thank you for sharing this- it is so hard being trapped far from home- my heart goes out to you. And yes this comment section has been such a great gift and a big surprise in response to what I am doing. Thank you 🙏
I lost my wife last year. Today I am really feeling it. It was very hard to even out of bed. Somehow I found your beautiful music. It helped bring me back from a dark place. Thank you.
I'm so sorry for your loss ❤. My brother committed suicide one year ago, today is a heavy day, this music reminds me of love, no matter what, there is love ❤. Hugs to you 🙏
I lost my daughter in a motorbike incident. I've moved to the city as an attempt to escape the trauma and grief.....most days, I don't know what's up or what's down, its been a disorientating time. Your beautiful music has provided a calm sense of equilibrium to my shattered heart and soul. Thank you very much for taking the time to share your beautiful expression with the world. X
I’m so, so sorry. A close friend went through something similar last year and I know that there is no worse experience. Sending love. Words are inadequate.
I really appreciate your reply and sincere words. Sending much love and kindness to your friend also. Life is a funny thing and we can only just keep going and try to get back to the flow of joy ...and your music has a beautiful way to ease our souls back into that flow ❤️
This man is a true musician. Too often, high level performers get caught up showing off their speed and technical skills. They forget to slow down and truly listen.
❤️🙏 to those listening to this. I’m almost 75. The world is is such turmoil right now. I have 🕊️ bc in 1971 God showed me He was real and He loves me (I saw Jesus/Yeshua hanging on the cross for me). It changed my life. We are to put our hope in things eternal. Otherwise, if this is all we we hoped for we would be sorely disappointed. Thank You Father for Your many goodnesses to me. I’m rich in faith and hope and love and I pray others find that in You.
I am 76 years old. I have had a marvelous life full of joy and pain. I moved to Cambodia seven years ago because I love the people here so much. There are time that I experience anxiety and grief. I lot of it is existential. I am very aware of my mortality. I play the guitar and sing a little. It is music that sustains me in difficult times. This music is so soothing. Thanks.
Thank you for sharing this, yes there is a lot of anxiety attached to mortality and nobody lives a life free of grief. It always amazes me how music can sustain us through this
Too often my guitar work has had a deadline of some kind, which has always seemed to push creativity to the side, exchanging music's beauty for clunky utility. But every so often, if we're fortunate enough, some musician finds themselves in this serene state -- where it seems they're tapped into the universe somehow, and pluck melodies out of the cosmos like fruit -- and they fortuitously record it for the rest of us to catch a glimpse of their bliss. Thank you, sir, for taking us along on the ride.
Lost my soul dog a few weeks ago. This music spoke to my soul's longing but helped a wave of grief move through and out in such a soft way. Healing. Thank you for sharing your beautiful music.
I've always held that there are gifted souls on this earth that find us through their art invoking us to hear our inner voice on our connected journey with others. Sheldon is one of those souls. Thank you.
Been suffering from anxiety lately. This is just so calming and soothing. Thank you. The way music is supposed to be, just makes you feel something, in this case, peace.
Maybe Your beautiful soul is transmuting the energy that is felt as what we call anxiety back into its purest frequencies of love ? Your beautiful body is healing these uncomfortable feelings ; letting them pass through you to be healed & returned again to pure love .
5 secs and one can notice this dude can actually really play. Gorgeous manouche guitar model, solid hand positioning and finger work, announcing decades of Classical maybe Flamenco background, genuine musical maturity shown through a rather sobber work. Thank you for this rendition, a true oasis in youtube.
Thank you Rafael I really appreciate that. Yes decades of classical and then flamenco plus quite a bit of jazz and various folk styles- I'm a slow learner! This is actually not a Manouche model even though it looks like one it's a 7 string Beardsell guitar from Canada-I made a video called 'my Guitars' on this channel. Thanks again Sheldon
This is incredibly beautiful, and it’s so cool that you are sharing this. I love that you are just sitting there playing, without anything really fancy. Thank you so much.
I just meditated to this lovely music on my little porch "sanctuary" filled with plants and flowers. First time I was able to meditate since my husband died in January. This was the catalyst for me, a new step of self-care for me that has been so desperately needed, as there is so much I'm dealing with now. Thank you for allowing this stunning music to flow through you to my soul. 🕊
So deeply sorry for your loss. Grief is a hard path, so any thing that helps to calm and relax you is good. Keep meditating and listening to beautiful things.
Struggling Mentally at the moment, this hit the spot. While listening I pictured my life as a child and how everything was new, slowly progressing through the life I’ve lived thus far. Some music just talks to your soul and sends you elsewhere. Thank you for this.
As it might seem I came upon your music just by chance tonight after finishing my meditation. I believe that as my friend’s wife who is an author says “we don’t find great books they find us”. I think the same is true of great music we don’t find it, it finds us when we are ready for it . Thank you for sharing this beautiful gift! My meditation continued on for another hour and a half peacefully taking in what you have created. Much gratitude 🙏
Thank you Cameron, that is a beautiful contribution. I was just listening to Charles Eisenstein and Ernst Laszlo discussing how we over emphasize chance as an organizing factor in the universe, when I noticed your message appear!
How calm and warm my soul is... It is drizzling outside the window, the rustle of leaves is heard...My heart is pounding calmly, the day's stresses have passed. I'm sitting in a comfortable armchair with a glass of wine, delicious smells are coming from the kitchen, my wife is preparing dinner for us. I watch the children playing with the cat, it's his birthday today and he's waiting for a pate cake.. This is happiness...
I've been getting lost for hours playing like this on my guitar here lately. Just a meditative flow. This is very inspiring and beautiful. Thank you Sheldon.
@@zakbraverman that's great question! I might even make a video about that. Actually I began as a classical player, experimenting with open tunings is a great start, try to find the scales and chords in different tunings (i am using open g here). Think about drones and how open strings and doubled notes in chords can create interesting textures rather than just finding the correct harmonic notes- I hope that helps...
This is a comment someone made on a different music post but the words were perfect ❤ 👌 "It just made me stop, not run not fuss, but listen to myself, calm down and accept the music."
This music has deeply moved me. It stirs up an emotional response that I can't quite describe. I am grateful to you for offering what appears to come from deep within your heart. We need this right now. Art is going to be what saves us, I believe.
Thank you Julie I am really pleased that my music moves you and I agree Art is what saves us- and of course the space to be still and disengage from the constant need to grow and expand which leads to so much conflict and destruction.
Such beautiful music. I played your music today for my hospice patient to help soothe her as it is very comforting. Your music reaches beyond me to a precious soul on her later life journey. Blessings to you.
@@tamelamikesell6815 Thank you Tamela that is very touching to hear, it’s always lovely to hear that my music is helping people in some way and goes beyond what I am immediately aware of.
Sheldon, many of the videos you have here remind me of when I used to just sit, back over 40 years ago, sometimes with other musicians, with no plans and just see what came out. We rarely recorded our impromptu sessions. Lots of magic on our journeys, sometime someone or two might start describing their thoughts, or their day, or of a time from the past and the music would wrap itself around the words, enhancing and amplifying the mood. Your music is the closest thing I've found to those times. Thank you for making these videos and recordings. I have already told some old friends to tune in to what you're doing. Best wishes.
Thank you Ward, I am very grateful and encouraged by your words. I also really appreciate that you have shared my work with your friends and I believe you are listening in the conscious way I am hoping for.
For me, one of the biggest mysteries and wonders is this: Music is "just" waves of air molecules hitting our ears at varying speeds, densities and frequencies. How can this resonate so deeply and cause such an emotional response? Beautiful, thank you for sharing.
It is indeed a massive mystery- I have lots to say on this subject, but perhaps a video about it might be better- thanks for the comment I really appreciate it
Listening while studying for a big exam tomorrow, work is kicking my butt, puppy got hit by a car (but he is ok), and aint got no man at home. Thank you for feeding my soul to me keep going, god bless!!!!
Absolutely beautiful, contemplative music. I sat down at my home office to catch up on a mountain of paperwork. I was feeling anxious but your music has given me a space to breathe. I will be a frequent visitor.
I just had exactly the same situation. I hope your anxiety lifts today. I know how debilitating it can be with so much work to get through. I don’t know you and you don’t know me, but I wish you all the best 👊
@@ShotbyPictothis is where I'm at. My job is taking my joy from me. The bills are getting paid but the joy is disappearing. I think of work constantly and I feel powerless to stop it. This gives me respite and hope.
I felt pretty low today. This soothed me somewhere deep inside like a stream of cool water. I want to move my family back to Scotland after 15 years working in Taiwan, but I need to wait until next spring. I need to grow roots again. The comments showed me that you reach a lot of peoples emotions. You have a gift man.
I’m planning to settle in Southern Scotland, Peebles maybe, since my boy loves cycling. I know England pretty well and love the various vibes and people of the UK. Take care. Glad to find your channel.
Poems (and I guess song lyrics) are like fruit. They come best naturally in their season, and can be tough to shape up and polish. You may have chosen best to play your music with deep feeling, which sometimes reaches people more than words. A poet I like for his eloquence, but depth, is David Whyte. His style is to write and read spoken word essays on the meaning of everyday words.
I would like to introduce myself to Mjguitars. I am an older novice where the guitar is concern. I would like to carry this practice over into my latter years. I was wondering if you could pull-up a chair and chew the fat sometimes?
Like a cabin in the mountains where you find all the love you have dreamed of ... Thank you for your dreamy and very beautiful guitar music, God bless you ! ♥️😽
Hi again - just wanted to say thank you. I’m playing this in the background on Thanksgiving day here in the US. Just my wife and I. All is finally calm and at peace for a moment after what has been a very difficult year. She’s sleeping beside me, a candle is flickering, and your music is just bringing so much relief. Thank you so much.
Oh, this just stokes my soul! Just for now, listening to this and reading the comments, the world seems like a soft and precious place. Loving wishes to all, especially those going through a turbulent time.
This music is a real infusion... It brings fresh life...I am born again... This music is like the wings of a condor... It takes me to heights and distances...through space and time...
Human creativity is the most unbelievable thing about the cosmos to me. We are the fabric of the universe witnessing itself, creating abstract things that are meaningless and unparalleled in beauty all at the same time. When we're gone, I hope something of us remains to be cherished by what comes after.
God spoke through your music, my friend. Everyone here, myself included, has been touched and moved so deeply by your music. It made me give thanks for my life and my two wonderful children. I got a lot more than I deserved in this life. I'm grateful for your music. May it reach all those who need it. Thank you.
Soothing for the soul, election news continues to stress me, when I read these comments I see that we are all the same, dealing with loss and life, sharing the music brings us together in calmness
Wonderful, thank you. In this speeded up world where everything g is jackhammered into submission, this demonstrates the peacefulness that the world needs more of!
I was feeling quite anxious this morning, and nothing seemed to help. However, as soon as the first notes of this song played, I felt instantly relaxed. It was exactly what my soul needed. Thank you so much!
Unashamedly had this on repeat for the last few days after stumbling upon it through a recommendation when listening to Alan gogoll. This piece and your talent are incredible. Thank you for this
THANK YOU! I can't stand AI ambient music because it just feels fake and it irritates my subconscious brain while I'm trying to focus and take notes. This is perfect! it has feeling and feels human and REAL. Excellent job :)
Thank you Sheldon. What a delightful "relax" you gave me. May every day of your life bring you the Peace of a Campfire, the JOY of Chocolate, the delights of your First Kiss and a closer personal relationship w/ the True God whose name is Jehovah.
a quiet smile witnessing pages of days turning into years a haunting melody singing memories of laughter and tears a language remembered which uses no letters or words ***** ❤ Thank you for sharing your exquisite music. ❤
I have never heard of you before and didn’t know what I was going to hear when I clicked on this but I am soooooo glad I did. You have touched me deeply with this beautiful music. Can I hear more ? Thankyou again my friend
that’s so lovely to hear. I have two solo guitar albums on spotify (and apple music etc) also bandcamp ten tree shadows and ekosticks- under my name Sheldon King plus more coming here soon. Thank you Paul
Listening to this music makes me feel closer to my dad, who I lost a year ago from lung cancer. Guitar was his instrument. Oh my....he would have loved to listen to this beautifully and tender melody. Musc is magic. I love this so much. Happy to discover this page.
Thank You Jardine, I know what you mean. My Dad bought me this guitar and I feel he is very present in the music, one of the pieces was written after hearing that he had died.
Just ate a “true connection” romantic dinner with my husband of 25 years with this on, next to the dinner table. Thank you for really adding to the occasion, much appreciated. :)
Hi! I just went through a depressive episode and am currently trying to find myself back. Have been listening to this piece of music non-stop since discovering it yesterday. I'm preparing for finals now and this also helps me concentrate. Just then I thought I should leave a thank comment to you. Thank you for comforting my soul. ❤️
My only child was released from the hospital today. It's been quite a week. Thank you for your beautiful gift of music to soothe my weary soul. Listening to this is gentle and restorative - a true gift.
that’s a nice idea Bianca. I don’t have Cds of this at the moment but I am doing some recording in July, based on this kind of material which will probably come out on CD. If not you may be able to take the sound from these videos and put it on CD- sadly I don’t have the means to do that at the moment. Let me know if you have any luck- stay tuned and if I work something out I’ll let you know. What country are you in?
thank you so much for sharing this with us sheldon. i am listening to your play in my hammock watching the clouds morph. love and beauty will always prevail
Sitting in my living room sipping black coffee…I was going to spin a record and then your video came into my feed. The Universe provides all things…and this was exactly what I needed. Thank you. ✨🌺
So glad your video came across my path. Your beautiful guitar music is filling my home and my spirit with a peaceful calming energy. Saving to my playlist. Thank you for sharing your talent of music 🎶. Blessings to you 🙏🏻
Your guitar playing is like heaven to my ears. I am going through a difficult time in my workplace and your sound brings me places where I feel safe. At night, I can close my eyes feeling in peace within myself. I am grateful for such a beautiful music and thank you for taking the time to record and share to the world.
@@ecosticksmy dad use to play guitar when i was growing up and i miss hearing it, he taught me to play but i hardly ever do. it brought me a lot of comfort and joy
Absolute magic my friend. Absolute magic. Your music is like the passing clouds that one should just wait and witness. A certain sense of melancholy only to signify that brighter days are ahead.
Except no one is allowed to eat from the tree of life Mr.@@ecosticks . [] Genesis 3 : 24 So he drove the man out, and he posted at the east of the garden of Eʹden the cherubs and the flaming blade of a sword that was turning continuously to guard the way to the tree of life. [] Genesis 3 : 22 … Now in order that he may not put his hand out and take fruit also from the tree of life and eat and live forever, ===
Thank you for reaching the universal sound the human heart is tuned to and is longing for. It’s like coming home, like trusting again the world is good in its essence, that love is the undercurrent in all that exists… Thank you for making these truths visible through your music.
As I sit here listening to this "comfort music", my belly full, the temperature controlled I reflect on how fortunate I am. I am a US citizen. I am far from wealthy, and things in my country are turbulent and divisive, but my country isn't suffering like many others. The news, national and international, can be overwhelming. Call me crazy, but I sit here wishing for peace on earth. A very wise man once said in song, Give Peace A Chance. RIP John Lennon.
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I have made a video explaining how to play this piece on my patreon page (link above) you can view it for free!🦉
www.patreon.com/posts/how-to-play-1-104517724?Link&
Thank you, it is a special one. I have a classical nylon string guitar. One day I will get one to amp it. As a beginner I feel it might be a stretch to some of the stretches.
@@ngairewinwood2124 it is a bit stretchy at times! The basic shapes are ok I think, start there and work out which notes work around them to make your own thing. hopefully I can help you more over on patreon.
Thank you! I'll be giving it a try!
@@guyshaffer6156 good luck, feel free to ask questions
This is beautiful ❤️ is it open d tuning?
I reflected on parts of my life when listening to this..I’m 72 on Thursday and have found a lot of peace in later life after a turbulent past..thankyou for this beautiful music
that’s lovely to hear, I’m so glad this music has been helpful
Happy Birthday~ I’m a May Day baby a few years behind you. ❤
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Happiest birthday to you. 72! Huge congratulations. I'd love to hear more about "peace later in life after a turbulent past" - I keep hoping it is ahead for me. I'm turning 59 this year, and honestly, I had planned not to make it to 50, so, I've outlived and outlasted a bunch of turbulence myself, some self-imposed of course, and changed my life's trajectory. I realize this isn't the place to discuss, but just your posting stokes that dwindling flame of hope inside me, the one I keep trying to squash because hope is so addictive, and let downs are all I'm used to.
Happy Birthday a little late. ❤😊
Thank you for this beautiful peace! I am in a foreign country, divorced 4 months ago, cannot return back to my family in my home country because of political persecution, don't speak local language, lost two jobs on the same day... Sometimes I feel grief, deattached, lost, forlorn, disoriented like life has no real meaning anymore. But reading comments of other people sharing their tragedies and feelings makes me feel supported. Knowing that I am not the only one who is getting through a hard period of life. To anyone reading my story and experiencing strong sad feelings -- know that you are not alone, and that feelings come and go. It will get better. Life is worth living. You will make it.
@@erastfandorin5670 Thank you for sharing this- it is so hard being trapped far from home- my heart goes out to you. And yes this comment section has been such a great gift and a big surprise in response to what I am doing. Thank you 🙏
The lovely Lord Jesus Christ wants to embrace you... Blessings...
Take it slowly
I lost my wife last year. Today I am really feeling it. It was very hard to even out of bed. Somehow I found your beautiful music. It helped bring me back from a dark place. Thank you.
@@jimrichards2171 I’m really sorry to hear that. It’s good to hear that something I have made has helped and it encourages me to keep going.
I'm so sorry for your loss ❤.
My brother committed suicide one year ago, today is a heavy day, this music reminds me of love, no matter what, there is love ❤.
Hugs to you 🙏
@@annsjoholm7310 so sorry to hear that. Suicide of a loved one is so hard to come to terms with. My deepest sympathy to you
@@ecosticks Thank you, and thank you for uploading this heartfelt music.
Love ya brother I wish you comfort in the now and all the beautiful memories that braught you smiles 😊 love mike
I lost my daughter in a motorbike incident. I've moved to the city as an attempt to escape the trauma and grief.....most days, I don't know what's up or what's down, its been a disorientating time. Your beautiful music has provided a calm sense of equilibrium to my shattered heart and soul. Thank you very much for taking the time to share your beautiful expression with the world. X
I’m so, so sorry. A close friend went through something similar last year and I know that there is no worse experience. Sending love. Words are inadequate.
I really appreciate your reply and sincere words. Sending much love and kindness to your friend also. Life is a funny thing and we can only just keep going and try to get back to the flow of joy ...and your music has a beautiful way to ease our souls back into that flow ❤️
@@Gracefullyme-su1gi I am recording a piece today- I would like to dedicate it to you. Is your name Grace?
Yes my name is Grace. That is very warming to my heart. Thank you xxx
💖💜💖💜💖💜💖💜🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟my best wishes,bless you .
This man is a true musician. Too often, high level performers get caught up showing off their speed and technical skills. They forget to slow down and truly listen.
Thank you! Yes it's very tempting to get involved in the circus especially on the internet-thanks for the encouragement!
@@ecosticks what about blood circulation in your legs in this position?
@@drzavahercegbosnaponosna5974 ha ha! yes I spend a lot of time on the floor!
same. that's why I avoid it.
@@drzavahercegbosnaponosna5974 levitation is the answer!
❤️🙏 to those listening to this. I’m almost 75. The world is is such turmoil right now. I have 🕊️ bc in 1971 God showed me He was real and He loves me (I saw Jesus/Yeshua hanging on the cross for me). It changed my life. We are to put our hope in things eternal. Otherwise, if this is all we we hoped for we would be sorely disappointed.
Thank You Father for Your many goodnesses to me. I’m rich in faith and hope and love and I pray others find that in You.
Amen❤Amen! John 3:16!
I am 76 years old. I have had a marvelous life full of joy and pain. I moved to Cambodia seven years ago because I love the people here so much. There are time that I experience anxiety and grief. I lot of it is existential. I am very aware of my mortality. I play the guitar and sing a little. It is music that sustains me in difficult times. This music is so soothing. Thanks.
Thank you for sharing this, yes there is a lot of anxiety attached to mortality and nobody lives a life free of grief. It always amazes me how music can sustain us through this
God loves you so much!
Too often my guitar work has had a deadline of some kind, which has always seemed to push creativity to the side, exchanging music's beauty for clunky utility. But every so often, if we're fortunate enough, some musician finds themselves in this serene state -- where it seems they're tapped into the universe somehow, and pluck melodies out of the cosmos like fruit -- and they fortuitously record it for the rest of us to catch a glimpse of their bliss. Thank you, sir, for taking us along on the ride.
beautiful comments- I really appreciate that, thank you
Wow. You are very good with words
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This is a great comment and describes exactly what I feel with this beautiful music. It's music coming from the univers.
what a great comment! As a guitartist myself I totally get where you are coming from
@@sigridb.7331 That's a lovely idea thank you!
I lay in bed with corona and can´t find sleep. You music is like a comforting railing to go trough pain and emptiness, thank you!
@@marielaschitz7414 Thank you. I hope you feel better soon.
Lost my soul dog a few weeks ago. This music spoke to my soul's longing but helped a wave of grief move through and out in such a soft way. Healing. Thank you for sharing your beautiful music.
@@ErinBince-ux8mz I am sorry to hear that. It means a lot to know my music has helped you a little.
I've always held that there are gifted souls on this earth that find us through their art invoking us to hear our inner voice on our connected journey with others. Sheldon is one of those souls. Thank you.
I appreciate that thank you
Been suffering from anxiety lately. This is just so calming and soothing. Thank you. The way music is supposed to be, just makes you feel something, in this case, peace.
So glad this has been helpful
May peace wash away all the anxiety ✨️
Maybe
Your beautiful soul is transmuting the energy that is felt as what we call anxiety back into its purest frequencies of love ?
Your beautiful body is healing these uncomfortable feelings ; letting them pass through you to be healed & returned again to pure love .
5 secs and one can notice this dude can actually really play. Gorgeous manouche guitar model, solid hand positioning and finger work, announcing decades of Classical maybe Flamenco background, genuine musical maturity shown through a rather sobber work. Thank you for this rendition, a true oasis in youtube.
Exactly 👍
Thank you Rafael I really appreciate that. Yes decades of classical and then flamenco plus quite a bit of jazz and various folk styles- I'm a slow learner! This is actually not a Manouche model even though it looks like one it's a 7 string Beardsell guitar from Canada-I made a video called 'my Guitars' on this channel. Thanks again Sheldon
I really dig the approach of simply talking to your soul through music. This is what love feels like. Very spiritual ambient.
@@cybergrief ‘Spiritual ambient ‘ that’s lovely! Thank you.
This is incredibly beautiful, and it’s so cool that you are sharing this. I love that you are just sitting there playing, without anything really fancy. Thank you so much.
thank you Kathleen I really appreciate your words- and yes it takes some concentration to sit and play so long!
@@ecosticks THINKING ABOUT LENGHT ALSO ABOUT IDIOM 5m8r in the forma of the piece
Actully playing without easy editing to 'ambient' in out. Yes, very cool indeed.
@@badhumanrecords4444 thank you bad human, I appreciate that!
Happy birthday! ❤
Oh wow. Someone's actually listening, deeply, to what they're playing. Don't see enough of that. It's practically a secret!
Thank you for listening too!
I just meditated to this lovely music on my little porch "sanctuary" filled with plants and flowers. First time I was able to meditate since my husband died in January. This was the catalyst for me, a new step of self-care for me that has been so desperately needed, as there is so much I'm dealing with now. Thank you for allowing this stunning music to flow through you to my soul. 🕊
So deeply sorry for your loss. Grief is a hard path, so any thing that helps to calm and relax you is good. Keep meditating and listening to beautiful things.
I'm so sorry for your heartbreaking loss. 🙏❤️🙏
I am so sorry to hear that, I am also really sorry to have missed this message and I'm glad if my music has helped a little
As I am reading these lovely and painful messages,I am struck that internal peace is one of the things we really are after and not too much else.
Getting ready to move out of my house after 25 years ,dumping some stuff that has become useless , this music makes it a bit smoother.
@@ultrasignificantfootnote3378 yes it piles up after 25 years- I hope it stays smooth!
Struggling
Mentally at the moment, this hit the spot. While listening I pictured my life as a child and how everything was new, slowly progressing through the life I’ve lived thus far. Some music just talks to your soul and sends you elsewhere. Thank you for this.
I’m sorry you’re struggling, I’m really happy this helped for a while.
@@ecosticks thank you
This is beautiful and very peaceful! Thank you, Sheldon! 🎶😊🎶
@@jolenemayo7263 thank you Jolene
Love this comment ❤
As it might seem I came upon your music just by chance tonight after finishing my meditation. I believe that as my friend’s wife who is an author says “we don’t find great books they find us”. I think the same is true of great music we don’t find it, it finds us when we are ready for it .
Thank you for sharing this beautiful gift!
My meditation continued on for another hour and a half peacefully taking in what you have created.
Much gratitude 🙏
Thank you Cameron, that is a beautiful contribution. I was just listening to Charles Eisenstein and Ernst Laszlo discussing how we over emphasize chance as an organizing factor in the universe, when I noticed your message appear!
Synchronicity’s like that are for me what affirms the magic of life that is all around us .
Love those !
@@Cameronself absolutely. The magic of life.
It is the same with the creator, He finds us, we need just open our heart and embrace the gift🤲✝️
How calm and warm my soul is... It is drizzling outside the window, the rustle of leaves is heard...My heart is pounding calmly, the day's stresses have passed. I'm sitting in a comfortable armchair with a glass of wine, delicious smells are coming from the kitchen, my wife is preparing dinner for us. I watch the children playing with the cat, it's his birthday today and he's waiting for a pate cake.. This is happiness...
love this ^__^
That sounds beautiful
@@ecosticks I've been listening to your music...
@@giorgimekvabishvili.6376 I'm happy to hear that!
Indeed
I've been getting lost for hours playing like this on my guitar here lately. Just a meditative flow. This is very inspiring and beautiful. Thank you Sheldon.
Thanks Jimmy it's important to get lost from time to time!
sameeee
How would a primarily classical player get started on this kind of music?
@@zakbraverman that's great question! I might even make a video about that. Actually I began as a classical player, experimenting with open tunings is a great start, try to find the scales and chords in different tunings (i am using open g here). Think about drones and how open strings and doubled notes in chords can create interesting textures rather than just finding the correct harmonic notes- I hope that helps...
@@ecosticks Thanks! I actually just bought a cheap Ibanez archtop and an amp to fool around on, so it can double as an ambient learning setup.
My hands won't let me play so I will listen to yours. Thank you for sharing.
I'm sorry to hear that. I am glad you are enjoying it.
Yes I am sending love to your heart and hands. ❤❤ sorry you can’t play.
What a beautiful sentiment ❤️
This is a comment someone made on a different music post but the words were perfect ❤ 👌
"It just made me stop, not run not fuss, but listen to myself, calm down and accept the music."
This music has deeply moved me. It stirs up an emotional response that I can't quite describe. I am grateful to you for offering what appears to come from deep within your heart. We need this right now. Art is going to be what saves us, I believe.
Thank you Julie I am really pleased that my music moves you and I agree Art is what saves us- and of course the space to be still and disengage from the constant need to grow and expand which leads to so much conflict and destruction.
Such beautiful music. I played your music today for my hospice patient to help soothe her as it is very comforting. Your music reaches beyond me to a precious soul on her later life journey. Blessings to you.
@@tamelamikesell6815 Thank you Tamela that is very touching to hear, it’s always lovely to hear that my music is helping people in some way and goes beyond what I am immediately aware of.
Sheldon, many of the videos you have here remind me of when I used to just sit, back over 40 years ago, sometimes with other musicians, with no plans and just see what came out. We rarely recorded our impromptu sessions. Lots of magic on our journeys, sometime someone or two might start describing their thoughts, or their day, or of a time from the past and the music would wrap itself around the words, enhancing and amplifying the mood. Your music is the closest thing I've found to those times. Thank you for making these videos and recordings. I have already told some old friends to tune in to what you're doing. Best wishes.
Thank you Ward, I am very grateful and encouraged by your words. I also really appreciate that you have shared my work with your friends and I believe you are listening in the conscious way I am hoping for.
For me, one of the biggest mysteries and wonders is this: Music is "just" waves of air molecules hitting our ears at varying speeds, densities and frequencies. How can this resonate so deeply and cause such an emotional response? Beautiful, thank you for sharing.
It is indeed a massive mystery- I have lots to say on this subject, but perhaps a video about it might be better- thanks for the comment I really appreciate it
Listening while studying for a big exam tomorrow, work is kicking my butt, puppy got hit by a car (but he is ok), and aint got no man at home. Thank you for feeding my soul to me keep going, god bless!!!!
thank you. Good luck with your exam!
Glad your puppy is ok
Absolutely beautiful, contemplative music. I sat down at my home office to catch up on a mountain of paperwork. I was feeling anxious but your music has given me a space to breathe. I will be a frequent visitor.
I just had exactly the same situation. I hope your anxiety lifts today. I know how debilitating it can be with so much work to get through. I don’t know you and you don’t know me, but I wish you all the best 👊
Ah I missed your comment! I'm pleased you found some space- paperwork makes me anxious too!
Same
@@ShotbyPictothis is where I'm at. My job is taking my joy from me. The bills are getting paid but the joy is disappearing. I think of work constantly and I feel powerless to stop it. This gives me respite and hope.
My baby and toddler fall into peaceful sleep every night listening to this. So beautiful. Thank you 😊 🙏
I’m so happy to hear that. I used to spend hours walking the street at night with my baby strapped to my chest to allow him to sleep..
I'm glad to hear the Windham Hill style lives on.
Thank you.
😎🤘🔥
Ha yes Michael Hedges was an influence many years ago!
@@ecosticks
Reminds me of Alex Degrassi, mostly
@@Kulah-SS that’s good too, although I didn’t really listen to him- maybe I should!
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This one is transfixing...
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Sheet music available
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This one creates goosebumps
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I like to put this on repeat and let it play while I'm outside in my garden.
It really sets the scene.
Thank You
that sounds lovely thank you
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It is lovely.
It really is.
It's all very Zen.
I felt pretty low today. This soothed me somewhere deep inside like a stream of cool water. I want to move my family back to Scotland after 15 years working in Taiwan, but I need to wait until next spring. I need to grow roots again. The comments showed me that you reach a lot of peoples emotions. You have a gift man.
Thanks very much, I know that feeling, I live in Australia but my roots are in England. One can feel disconnected sometimes.
I’m planning to settle in Southern Scotland, Peebles maybe, since my boy loves cycling. I know England pretty well and love the various vibes and people of the UK. Take care. Glad to find your channel.
@@Poetry-Reads-and-Writes Your channel looks interesting- I was thinking about making a spoken word channel before this one took off!
Poems (and I guess song lyrics) are like fruit. They come best naturally in their season, and can be tough to shape up and polish. You may have chosen best to play your music with deep feeling, which sometimes reaches people more than words. A poet I like for his eloquence, but depth, is David Whyte. His style is to write and read spoken word essays on the meaning of everyday words.
@@Poetry-Reads-and-Writes I agree, I love David Whyte, also his spoken delivery adds a great deal to the words.
Thank you. This hit me right at a certain moment in my life when I needed it most.
Thanks Eric, wishing you all the best
Mans is soul shredding on a 7 string acoustic. Marvelous music.
Thanks Gavin . 'Soul shredding!!' -I love it
I've been playing 50+ yrs. 20 professionally. I know what I like. TY for helping calm my stress.
thanks, that’s great to hear from someone of your experience
Beautiful
I would like to introduce myself to Mjguitars. I am an older novice where the guitar is concern. I would like to carry this practice over into my latter years. I was wondering if you could pull-up a chair and chew the fat sometimes?
@@SOGCHRISTO that sounds like a nice idea- make sure you tag mj!
Like a cabin in the mountains where you find all the love you have dreamed of ... Thank you for your dreamy and very beautiful guitar music, God bless you ! ♥️😽
thank you Klaus
That cabin sounds so lovely.... Maybe someday we can all meet up there...
Thank you Klaus, that’s a beautiful image
@@mruncletheredge maybe we can!
I literally exhaled audibly after your first 10 notes 😢❤🙏🏼...and then cried.
That's lovely! Thank you
I feel like crying too. So much stress. It's killing me but I can't let it. I find healing in this beauty
Hi again - just wanted to say thank you. I’m playing this in the background on Thanksgiving day here in the US. Just my wife and I. All is finally calm and at peace for a moment after what has been a very difficult year. She’s sleeping beside me, a candle is flickering, and your music is just bringing so much relief. Thank you so much.
@@jonathanbonchak7389 That’s a beautiful message to wake up to. Thank you and all the best for you both
This is so peaceful, sitting here writing a goodbye letter and this sound is giving me a warm hug around my heart❤
That is so nice to hear Alyssa
❤
This reminds me of when I was a kid I would listen to my parents Windham Hill albums,guys like William Ackerman
I was just going to say this! So reminiscent of Will Ackerman! He has always been a favorite of mine!
A few people have mentioned Will Ackerman- strangely I never listened to him- I will now…
Beautiful makes my mind peaceful thanks for sharing!
@@wilmavlaar8914 Thats perfect! Thank you.
@@howardcox2918 Black Sabbath made a couple of albums for that label also
Oh, this just stokes my soul! Just for now, listening to this and reading the comments, the world seems like a soft and precious place. Loving wishes to all, especially those going through a turbulent time.
Thank you, yes the comments are a joy and I second those loving wishes..
This music is a real infusion...
It brings fresh life...I am born again...
This music is like the wings of a condor...
It takes me to heights and distances...through space and time...
Thank you Popeye, that’s beautiful!
My goodness, this got me right in the feels. THANK YOu so much ♥♥♥♥
This is amazing, put my anxious dog to sleep. Thanks for sharing Sheldon 🙏🏼 what a gift you have
@@deuxbloom That’s so cool! I might have to put it in the description!!
Human creativity is the most unbelievable thing about the cosmos to me. We are the fabric of the universe witnessing itself, creating abstract things that are meaningless and unparalleled in beauty all at the same time.
When we're gone, I hope something of us remains to be cherished by what comes after.
@@InuranusBrokoff Absolutely. ‘Consciousness is the universe watching itself’ - Alan Watts
God spoke through your music, my friend. Everyone here, myself included, has been touched and moved so deeply by your music. It
made me give thanks for my life and my two wonderful children. I got a lot more than I deserved in this life.
I'm grateful for your music. May it reach all those who need it. Thank you.
Wow thank you Faisal, that is so amazing to hear. "may it reach all those who need it"- beautiful, I am overwhelmed.
My God this is beautiful, thank you for sharing your healing gift
thank you Mary
Thank you. This is balm for a wounded heart.
Listened to this on repeat all night last night and this morning. ❤ Good Stuff
@@MisterBlisters That’s great thank you- ps check out the new one ‘further from home’ it has a similar vibe
Soothing for the soul, election news continues to stress me, when I read these comments I see that we are all the same, dealing with loss and life, sharing the music brings us together in calmness
Wonderful, thank you. In this speeded up world where everything g is jackhammered into submission, this demonstrates the peacefulness that the world needs more of!
slow revolution!
I was feeling quite anxious this morning, and nothing seemed to help. However, as soon as the first notes of this song played, I felt instantly relaxed. It was exactly what my soul needed. Thank you so much!
that’s really wonderful to hear, I’m so pleased my music helped, I hope you able to retain some peace
you're needed, you're relevant, and it's obvious that your sound heals, thank you
@@jerryyslas6674 wow what a testimonial, Thank you Jerry that does indeed make my work feel worthwhile!
Thank you for putting out something so beautiful! Recovering from an intense ptsd treatments & its soothing the flare ups 🙏🙏
You are so welcome I am really glad it helps.
the name of the video is true. I've been listening to it it's been less than 2 min and my heart is full of love and gratitude. thank you.
that's lovely to hear, thank you marcela
Unashamedly had this on repeat for the last few days after stumbling upon it through a recommendation when listening to Alan gogoll. This piece and your talent are incredible. Thank you for this
Amazing thank you
THANK YOU! I can't stand AI ambient music because it just feels fake and it irritates my subconscious brain while I'm trying to focus and take notes. This is perfect! it has feeling and feels human and REAL. Excellent job :)
Thank you Sheldon. What a delightful "relax" you gave me. May every day of your life bring you the Peace of a Campfire, the JOY of Chocolate, the delights of your First Kiss and a closer personal relationship w/ the True God whose name is Jehovah.
Thank you Terry, may I humbly wish you the same!
a quiet smile
witnessing pages of days
turning into years
a haunting melody
singing memories
of laughter and tears
a language remembered
which uses no letters
or words
*****
❤ Thank you for sharing your exquisite music. ❤
@@whoami6702 thank you for your poetry .
Sublime.Peaceful.Wonderful.
There are no words to describe the beauty of your music.👏
Thank you Magda I appreciate your words
something about acoustic guitar ... i love this , no frills just expression. pure.
I have never heard of you before and didn’t know what I was going to hear when I clicked on this but I am soooooo glad I did. You have touched me deeply with this beautiful music. Can I hear more ? Thankyou again my friend
that’s so lovely to hear. I have two solo guitar albums on spotify (and apple music etc) also bandcamp ten tree shadows and ekosticks- under my name Sheldon King plus more coming here soon. Thank you Paul
Listening to this music makes me feel closer to my dad, who I lost a year ago from lung cancer. Guitar was his instrument. Oh my....he would have loved to listen to this beautifully and tender melody. Musc is magic. I love this so much. Happy to discover this page.
Thank You Jardine, I know what you mean. My Dad bought me this guitar and I feel he is very present in the music, one of the pieces was written after hearing that he had died.
Just ate a “true connection” romantic dinner with my husband of 25 years with this on, next to the dinner table. Thank you for really adding to the occasion, much appreciated. :)
glad i could help!
Hi! I just went through a depressive episode and am currently trying to find myself back. Have been listening to this piece of music non-stop since discovering it yesterday. I'm preparing for finals now and this also helps me concentrate. Just then I thought I should leave a thank comment to you. Thank you for comforting my soul. ❤️
It makes me so happy to hear that. Good luck with everything. Thank you for commenting
So soothing for my soul, so very beautiful, love this.
I’m happy to hear that, it’s exactly what I had hoped for
Absolutely beautiful and calming…so needed this today. Thank you!
I'm going to subscribe to your Patreon. This piece really helped me this week. I cried. I laughed. I calmed down.
I'm really pleased this helped Jean- thank you. Are you learning guitar?
My only child was released from the hospital today. It's been quite a week. Thank you for your beautiful gift of music to soothe my weary soul. Listening to this is gentle and restorative - a true gift.
Sending love and best wishes for you and your child.
So refreshing to listen to you , love your quiet spirit, sending you blessings. Thankyou ❤
Thank you Rose I appreciate that.
I feel that God has come close and spoken to me thanks to these chords. Thank you very much Sheldon 🫂
Oh wow! Thank you..
Thank you so much for this beautiful meditative experience for me and the two dogs that chose to keep me company 🌱
all 3 of you are very welcome!
This is calming in a balancing way. I would like to give a cd with this to my mom, she´s 75 and needs calm.
that’s a nice idea Bianca. I don’t have Cds of this at the moment but I am doing some recording in July, based on this kind of material which will probably come out on CD. If not you may be able to take the sound from these videos and put it on CD- sadly I don’t have the means to do that at the moment. Let me know if you have any luck- stay tuned and if I work something out I’ll let you know. What country are you in?
@@ecosticks Denmark : )
Thanks.
Touches the soul.. Thank you for making me calm moments in confusing times ♥️
@@ole.d27846 I am very glad to hear it touches you that way. Thank you
thank you, this is very beautiful, took me on a journey, I truly appreciate you sharing this gift of yours with us
Thanks Andrew I appreciate you saying so!
Thank you, Sheldon!❤❤❤
I'm glad you like it!
thank you so much for sharing this with us sheldon. i am listening to your play in my hammock watching the clouds morph. love and beauty will always prevail
Wow that sounds nice! Thank you for sharing that...
❤ fantastic music ❤ Thank you, friend, sincerely and very much for the healing flows of the Holy Spirit! 🙏🏻🇺🇦🙏🏻
I am glad that it reaches you my friend thank you!
Sitting in my living room sipping black coffee…I was going to spin a record and then your video came into my feed. The Universe provides all things…and this was exactly what I needed. Thank you. ✨🌺
@@Amysvinylexperience Thank you Amy! I am now sipping black coffee reading this- my first message of the day! I am glad the universe could provide!
@@ecosticks ☕️ ✨☕️
So glad your video came across my path. Your beautiful guitar music is filling my home and my spirit with a peaceful calming energy. Saving to my playlist. Thank you for sharing your talent of music 🎶. Blessings to you 🙏🏻
that’s great thank you
Your guitar playing is like heaven to my ears. I am going through a difficult time in my workplace and your sound brings me places where I feel safe. At night, I can close my eyes feeling in peace within myself. I am grateful for such a beautiful music and thank you for taking the time to record and share to the world.
I’m so sorry to hear you are going through a hard time. I am very glad that my music is some help
You said about a difficult time make me weeping.
At last...
"Music" to my ears,
"Serenity"...to my soul.
Thank you. 🌄 🙏🏿
Thank you Barak
this made me cry, thank you for sharing your beautiful gift this way
@@GREENxTARA Thank you 🙏 I hope they were good tears!
@@ecosticksyes it was just stuck energy, your music is very soulful
@@GREENxTARA yes hard to shift sometimes- I’m glad if my music helped
@@ecosticksmy dad use to play guitar when i was growing up and i miss hearing it, he taught me to play but i hardly ever do. it brought me a lot of comfort and joy
Absolute magic my friend. Absolute magic. Your music is like the passing clouds that one should just wait and witness. A certain sense of melancholy only to signify that brighter days are ahead.
That’s it! Thank you
very calming as the background
vibe
for the day
Also amazes me you can sit like that for 1+ hours - my soul thanks you,
My body aches 😆💜
Lol I was about to comment the exact same thing...
..there’s a crowd gathering around the tree of life ,he plays🌻
beautiful image thank you Samuel
Except no one is allowed to eat from the tree of life Mr.@@ecosticks . [] Genesis 3 : 24 So he drove the man out, and he posted at the east of the garden of Eʹden the cherubs and the flaming blade of a sword that was turning continuously to guard the way to the tree of life. [] Genesis 3 : 22 … Now in order that he may not put his hand out and take fruit also from the tree of life and eat and live forever, ===
The second it started this my body relaxed and took a sign of relief… wow
@@penniye That’s wonderful thank you- I’m so glad it helped
Your fingers on Guitar are singing everybody's song of Heart
welcome aboard Anuj! Thank you
so beautiful. could just listen all day long. the comments brought tears to my eyes. we’re all the same…yes windham hill, will ackerman❤
thank you malaysky
Heavenly sounded it's raining outside at morning & I found this video randomly ❤
This tune make my day❤ obsessed with your strings & fingers!!!!
Thanks- so pleased you like it
Thank you for helping me get the perspectives together today friend
Glad to be of assistance!
Thank you for reaching the universal sound the human heart is tuned to and is longing for. It’s like coming home, like trusting again the world is good in its essence, that love is the undercurrent in all that exists… Thank you for making these truths visible through your music.
Thank you, that makes it feel worthwhile.
I'm really glad you made this video and I'm really glad UA-cam decided to let it show up on my feet this afternoon 💜
I'm glad too! (hopefully it's on your feed not your feet!)
@ecosticks ohhhh lordt lol🤦♀️🦶🦶
For all of you who commented about loved ones you lost or difficult times you are going through, my prayers are for you. May God be with you.
As I sit here listening to this "comfort music", my belly full, the temperature controlled I reflect on how fortunate I am. I am a US citizen. I am far from wealthy, and things in my country are turbulent and divisive, but my country isn't suffering like many others. The news, national and international, can be overwhelming. Call me crazy, but I sit here wishing for peace on earth. A very wise man once said in song, Give Peace A Chance. RIP John Lennon.
Peace ✌🏻
@@craigschultz8503 Peace back at ya!
Wow! Pure peace and joy.
thank you Charles I’m so glad it lands for you
Playing this again. This is straight from the heart of the cosmos Sheldon. I can feel it coming through you. You’re very attuned my brother. ❤
@@Poetry-Reads-and-Writes Thanks Robert. This particular performance seems to reach a lot of people. Ultimately it’s a mystery!