Isaac Guillory (February 27, 1947 - December 31, 2000) was a Cuban-born gui… Read Full Bio ↴Isaac Guillory (February 27, 1947 - December 31, 2000) was a Cuban-born guitarist. He later lived in the United States and the United Kingdom. His daughter is British actress and model Sienna Guillory.
Born on the US Navy Base, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Guillory played piano and guitar as a child and electric guitar as a high school student in Florida. He also studied music at Roosevelt University in Chicago 1965-69. While there, he recorded two albums with the Cryan' Shames as bass player. Leaving University he acquired a Martin D-35 and travelled Europe as an acoustic solo performer. Guillory came to earn the reputation of one of the best guitarists ever. Many guitarists today emulate the techniques Guillory evolved in the early 70's while living in Spain. He performed frequently as a guest artists for recordings and films with, among others, Al Stewart, Donovan, Mick Jagger, Buggles, Barbara Dickson and Nick Heyward. Guillory released "Isaac Guillory", a self-titled album in 1974. For a while Guillory went on to play jazz fusion and record with Pacific Eardrum, but from circa 1986 concentrated on his solo performances (which put him up-close with more intimate small audiences) and sharing his understanding of music; touring, creating his own online guitar school, and lecturing at the Guildhall School Of Music in London. He published five more CD's on his own independent label, Personal Records. As a performer he was dedicated to sharing his gift with both audience and fellow musicians, and as a teacher he never hesitated to share in a manner that others could understand.
Isaac Guillory passed away in 2000. His legacy is the music that only he could cause to come forth from a guitar with such apparent grace, pleasure and ease.
Born on the US Navy Base, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Guillory played piano and guitar as a child and electric guitar as a high school student in Florida. He also studied music at Roosevelt University in Chicago 1965-69. While there, he recorded two albums with the Cryan' Shames as bass player. Leaving University he acquired a Martin D-35 and travelled Europe as an acoustic solo performer. Guillory came to earn the reputation of one of the best guitarists ever. Many guitarists today emulate the techniques Guillory evolved in the early 70's while living in Spain. He performed frequently as a guest artists for recordings and films with, among others, Al Stewart, Donovan, Mick Jagger, Buggles, Barbara Dickson and Nick Heyward. Guillory released "Isaac Guillory", a self-titled album in 1974. For a while Guillory went on to play jazz fusion and record with Pacific Eardrum, but from circa 1986 concentrated on his solo performances (which put him up-close with more intimate small audiences) and sharing his understanding of music; touring, creating his own online guitar school, and lecturing at the Guildhall School Of Music in London. He published five more CD's on his own independent label, Personal Records. As a performer he was dedicated to sharing his gift with both audience and fellow musicians, and as a teacher he never hesitated to share in a manner that others could understand.
Isaac Guillory passed away in 2000. His legacy is the music that only he could cause to come forth from a guitar with such apparent grace, pleasure and ease.
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@marcseccombe2869
Isaac was a teacher and a friend, I was very lucky to play this song one day with him in his camper van in California House in Devon. I had just turned the life support off on my daughter the very day before, he at the time was terminal, we smoked a big ass spliff and just enjoyed a moment. This song has been a mantra to me since, when ever I try to rush my life , or feel its all getting too much, I have this, just to remind me, of friends found, loves lost and love found. Thank you Issac, you got me through the bad times through to a the turn of the sun, to wake up and just be great full to take the first breath of a new day. Sorely missed but never forgotten x
@Geotubest
Marc, oh my God that is heartbreaking. And what a beautiful song this is.
@shakespearouac
thanks for this
@mensamoo
This guy played Darlington Arts Centre. I was blown away. Firstly by the music and artistry, and secondly by the fact he was playing Darlington Arts Centre.
@vickiguillory
12 years today......love and miss you xxx
@2flubadub
When I see these videos, it makes me miss my friend very much...Isaac and I were members of the Cryan' Shames in the 60's. So many great memories ..
@bomakalu
I had the good fortune of playing this old guitar. The intonation kept going out but it had a nice chunky feel. A lovely bloke with a gift for so much musically. he also was a very genuine chap off the stage when sharing a beer. Not forgotten!
@christinaaugusta7101
Not only was Isaac immensely talented but a lovely guy. Such a sad loss.
@starfish370
I had the honour and pleasure to meet Ike a few times and each was a beautiful occasion! RIP and thankyou. Great respect @-}--
@spring74light
So simple. So subtle. So brilliant. The Maestro! [Tyneside, England.]