In the acoustic guitar world today, Jacques Stotzem is one of the "fingerst… Read Full Bio ↴In the acoustic guitar world today, Jacques Stotzem is one of the "fingerstyle" guitarists with the most diversified style. Born in 1959 in Verviers, the Belgian guitarist has recorded 11 CDs and is high up on the list for fans of the acoustic guitar. Readers of the influential German acoustic guitar magazine «Akustik Gitarre» have likened Stotzem to artists such as Leo Kottke, Paco De Lucia, Neil Young and Keb' Mo'.
That's not really astonishing. His unique and highly refined playing style combines a well-developed melodic sense with a rare dynamic approach to the instrument that speaks directly to the listener. Jacques, unlike many guitar players today, possesses an in-depth sense of harmonic knowledge, which is evident throughout his compositions. All of this is cemented together by his perfect command of the instrument and by his optimistic personality.
Jacques Stotzem has become a regular guest at European and American festivals and is often invited for tours in Japan, China or Taiwan. Since 2006, the famous American guitar company "Martin Guitar", produces an "OMC Jacques Stotzem Custom Signature Model", a dream for every guitar player, a consecration for Jacques. His guitar-playing colleague Larry Coryell described Jacques as follows : «What he plays is pure music. As an instrument he uses the guitar, which he knows very, very well.»
That's not really astonishing. His unique and highly refined playing style combines a well-developed melodic sense with a rare dynamic approach to the instrument that speaks directly to the listener. Jacques, unlike many guitar players today, possesses an in-depth sense of harmonic knowledge, which is evident throughout his compositions. All of this is cemented together by his perfect command of the instrument and by his optimistic personality.
Jacques Stotzem has become a regular guest at European and American festivals and is often invited for tours in Japan, China or Taiwan. Since 2006, the famous American guitar company "Martin Guitar", produces an "OMC Jacques Stotzem Custom Signature Model", a dream for every guitar player, a consecration for Jacques. His guitar-playing colleague Larry Coryell described Jacques as follows : «What he plays is pure music. As an instrument he uses the guitar, which he knows very, very well.»
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Trace of Sorrow
Jacques Stotzem Lyrics
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Jacques Stotzem
Hi Corey, I learned harmony by myself, it helps me a lot to compose ! Jacques
Musicislove123
Hey Jacques, just wanted to say this is a very nice piece, and well played! Keep on playing!
Larry Elfenbein
One of of the most beautiful acoustic guitar compositions I've ever heard. Elegant.
George Skarogiannis
Ι remember staying until 3 am trying to learn this piece and feeling so excited about 8 years ago. Simply beautifull. Also thanks for your comments on my page, George.
Yopparai Kyabetsu
That is an amazing composition and performance. I torn between requesting the tab and the certain knowledge that if I do I will be obsessed with playing it.
Rick G
Hey Jacques, beautiful song, this is one of my absolutly favorites from you. I watch your video and this is a great mood for my. Your playing and song writing is amazing! 5 stars*****and many more********for you! Best regards! Richard
joe bloggs
so beautiful Jacques...the song itself and your playing,,,,it has that 'new age" from a few years back which I love,,cheers from America!
Jacques Stotzem
Thanks for your comment and I have many other ballads that you should enjoy :)
Ching Chang
Love this tune! I tried to find the tabs on your website but didn't see it on the Tablatures section. Has it been removed? Anyhow, keep up the great work! If you ever perform in Montreal I'll come see you for sure!
Catan de Lorca
One of the best guitar players ever !!! He plays like heaven. Monsieur Stotzem, vous etes incroyable...