Date of Birth: August 12, 1954
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Biography
Pat Metheny, born Patrick Bruce Metheny, is an American jazz guitarist and composer known for his innovative and genre-defying approach to music. He was born on August 12, 1954, in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, USA. Metheny’s interest in music began at a young age, inspired by his family’s musical background. He started on the trumpet at eight, switched to guitar at twelve, and by fifteen, he was already a teaching assistant at the University of Miami. Metheny’s professional career took off in 1974 when he joined vibraphonist Gary Burton’s band, which led to his first album, “Bright Size Life,” in 1976, featuring Jaco Pastorius and Bob Moses. He is best known for his work with the Pat Metheny Group, which he co-founded in 1977 with pianist and composer Lyle Mays. The group has won multiple Grammy Awards and has been influential in blending jazz, rock, and world music. In addition to his work with the Pat Metheny Group, Metheny has released numerous solo albums and collaborated with a wide range of artists, including Joni Mitchell, David Bowie, and Herbie Hancock. His innovative use of guitar synthesizers and custom-made instruments has pushed the boundaries of jazz guitar. Metheny’s career spans over four decades, and he continues to be a significant figure in contemporary jazz.
5 Interesting Facts about Pat Metheny
1. Pat Metheny is the only artist to have won Grammy Awards in 10 different categories.
2. He was the first person to win the Grammy Award for Best New Age Album.
3. Metheny has a passion for Brazilian music, which is evident in several of his albums and collaborations.
4. He has been a visiting professor at the Berklee College of Music, where he himself was once a student.
5. Metheny has an extensive collection of guitars, including some custom-made instruments like the Pikasso guitar, which has 42 strings.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Pat Metheny
1. “Music has always been my first language.”
2. “Jazz is not just music, it’s a way of life, it’s a way of being, a way of thinking.”
3. “The beauty of music is that it can do so many things for so many different people.”
4. “I’ve always wanted the sound of the guitar to be more like a voice.”
5. “You have to go on and be crazy. Craziness is like heaven.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Pat Metheny’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $15 million.
Children
Pat Metheny has three children: Nicolas, Jeff, and Maya.
Relevant Links
1. [Pat Metheny’s Official Website](https://www.patmetheny.com/
3. [Pat Metheny Group on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pat_Metheny_Group
4. [Interview with Pat Metheny on JazzTimes](https://jazztimes.com/features/interviews/pat-metheny/
5. [Pat Metheny’s Grammy Awards Profile](https://www.grammy.com/artists/pat-metheny/4531
