He will be remembered.

Frederick Noad was my first guitar teacher, although he didn't know it. He was introduced to most of us through his instructional series which aired for many years on public television and it was this program which opened up the world of the classical guitar both to me and to a countless number of my colleagues. His clear explanations and gentle encouragement–along with historical and cultural context–made the seemingly daunting task of learning the instrument not only a joy, but an enrichment...

We will miss him.
Adrian, GSI

[chantalak lacharoj]

When I started study classical guitar the Frederick Noad book was the best. I looked forward each week to learn new pieces, from Sor etude to Sanz Canarios. His book not only contained variety of guitar gems but his notes about the composers and the piece helped one appreciate the music more. Frederick Noad was a great guy.

[charles buchanan]

Some of my fondest memories are of my lesson's and times spent at The little guitar shop Fred had many years ago, in a place called the "Crossroads" in Hollywood. I believe it was there that many of you fellow guitarists out there, were lucky enough, like to me to be given the no nonsense foundation from Fred that you needed to go on with your journey in the life long study of the Guitar. Fred's insistence on correctness,IMMENSE PATIENCE and understanding,made it possible for many of us, and you know who you are, to learn and develop the skills we needed to go on. The foundation that Fred instills in you stays with you for life. The "Flamenco's from the "El Cid" would come over to the shop to visit with Fred, which ended up with me going into Flamenco, however Fred's foundation made it much easier for me to do so. There is never a time that I play without remembering Fred and thanking him for having the patience to insist that I "Do it right". The Guitar world has lost someone who very definetly contributed to the continuence of quality in the world of the acoustic guitar. May he rest in peace,and Thanks Again Fred, C. Buchanan

[Beatriz Torres]

I am learning from his masterful book, Solo Guitar 1. It is the most wonderful book I have ever worked with in guitar. He made the art of classical guitar so simple to those who are passionate about the instrument and those who have been intmidated by its complexities. With his book, he has made me love the instrument even more than before and feel more comfortable with it. It is a manual for "how to get to know your guitar" kind of thing. Since this instrument is an extension of who I am, he has helped me to treat the guitar as something gentle and amazing. I have never met Frederick, but from the PBS instuctional shows on Saturday mornings only showed me what great of an artist he was, and inspiration, and how gentle of a human he is. I only wished to have met him and tell him all this in person. We have lost a great man of the classical guitar, and I hope that everyone carries his teachings to future guitarist and to keep this art alive with his spirit.

[guitarist]

Noad,He is the teacher of many guitarist.I used to study guitar by his method.great!
I will miss you.....Yoothasak K. ,Thailand

[Jubilee Valence]

Frederick Noad was my first guitar teacher, although he didn't know it. He was introduced to most of us through his instructional series which aired for many years on public television and it was this program which opened up the world of the classical guitar both to me and to a countless number of my colleagues. His clear explanations and gentle encouragement–along with historical and cultural context–made the seemingly daunting task of learning the instrument not only a joy, but an enrichment...

We will miss him.
Adrian, GSI :cry: At the time I was in the field 24/7-life's a blur at that pace.Looking back my little paws just fit right on that old applebox guitar & I knew I could do it because he never :cry: :cry: scolded or barked...I now have time off between projects to catch up... Thanks"guest" for reminding this busy old fool.Gotta sign off now-gonna bust out that new set of normals-nails are good for once-. JuBeVee LRB :arrow: "Don F.Noad Maestro" graci

[Pepe Vergara]

Frederick Noad was also my first teacher. I purchased the tapes too. I cannot find myself selling them

[et041053]

yes.. a great teacher I still have his book 1 and my sister still keeps it (Black and red cover(1980's) if i am not mistaken). I just wonder though why is he not refered to as a virtuoso player like others Parkening.John Williams and etC...just a "a great teacher" .Is it because he was only a teacher and not a performer?Is there a difference ?I never actually saw him perform I just use his study methods(books).

Adrian,
Do GSI sell his video instructions?

[StringDrivenThing]

Mr. Noad once said something that stuck with me. I paraphrase: "Some of the best guitarists are not the ones considered professionals." I have lived, learned and played for many years since first hearing that remark, and the truth of it hits home repeatedly.