The Lights of Marfa: One of the World’s Great Guitar Player’s Amazing Encounters with God (audio)
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Doyle Dykes is one of the premier fingerstyle guitarists in the world. When guitar great Chet Atkins was asked a few years ago who he’d pay money to go see, his answer was, “People like Doyle Dykes, who is just an amazing fingerpicker, I think.” He has thrilled secular and church audiences all over the world, from the Grand Ole Opry to Knebworth House in Hertfordshire, England (home of the some of the most famous rock concerts in history) to Shanghai, China; James’ Burton’s International Guitar Festival, Saddleback Community Church, and Harvest Christian Fellowship. But this book isn’t just about his life as a guitar player. Infused into stories like how he was invited to be part of the Stamps Quartet (Elvis’ backup band), why a white rose is on the headstock of his signature-model guitar, and how his worst night at the Opry turned out to be anything but, are accounts of the remarkable ways God has shown up in Doyle’s life. His warm, engaging style will draw you into each chapter--and you’ll finish the book having been inspired, feeling like Doyle is a new friend, and never viewing God the same way again. Includes DVD with music & interviews. Doyle Dykes is one of the world’s premier fingerstyle guitarists. Guitar great Chet Atkins once told a reporter he’d pay money to see “people like Doyle Dykes, who is just an amazing fingerpicker …” He has thrilled audiences from the Grand Ole Opry to Shanghai, China; James’ Burton’s International Guitar Festival, Saddleback Church, and Harvest Christian Fellowship. But the stories in this book are about more than being invited to join Elvis’ band, why a white rose is on the headstock of his guitar, and how a terrible night at the Grand Ole Opry turned out to be anything but. They’re about the remarkable ways God has shown up in Doyle’s life. You’ll be drawn into each chapter--and you’ll finish the book inspired, feeling like Doyle is a new friend, and never viewing God the same way again. DOYLE DYKES is one of the world’s great guitar players. Professional musicians and audiences all over the world have thrilled to his incredible musicianship. Indeed, the late, great Chet Atkins once said he was the kind of artist he would pay money to go see because, “He’s just an amazing fingerpicker, I think.” He has been a regular guest on the Grand Ole Opry since 1996; has performed with artists such as Vince Gill, Chet Atkins, James Burton and Duane Eddy; and will soon debut his own nation-wide cable television show with some of the world’s greatest guitarists. He and his wife, Rita, have been married 37 years and have four children--and a growing list of grandchildren! To learn more about Doyle, visit his website at www.doyledykes.com. Lights of Marfa – BCC for book and Audio book. OKAY, YOU’VE NEVER HEARD OF MARFA, TEXAS, AND THE MYSTERIOUS LIGHTS THAT APPEAR IN THE DESERT OUTSIDE TOWN. Neither had Doyle. When he did, he just had to see for himself. What he saw – lights spinning, splitting, changing colors, and moving at speeds nothing man-made can achieve – gave him the perfect picture for the mystery and wonder of the amazing stories you’re about to read. They’ll put you in the middle of a world every guitar player or fan of guitar music dreams of – and courtesy of the ENCLOSED DVD, you’ll see Doyle play songs relating to the chapters (including the new title cut written for this book) – and hear him talk about things like what’s on his heart when he plays, what he hopes you’ll get from the book, and the depth of his relationship with Jesus Christ. In fact, as much as you’ll be amazed by his musicianship, as much as you’ll laugh, wipe a tear from your eye, pause for a minute because you’re so inspired by what you’ve read or heard – what will leave you clutching this book in the end, not wanting to let go, is the desire to have with Jesus what Doyle has with Jesus. And the good news is, you can. ********************** endorsements for print, not audio********************** Doyle’s book, as well as his exceptional ability on the guitar, is an expression of how he walks the talk and gives to others without holding anything back. We are all blessed he shares his life and talent with us. When I grow up I want to be just like Doyle (and play like him too). ~ Roy Clark, Grammy-award-winning member of the Grand Ole Opry and Country Music Hall of Fame. Doyle is a great man of God whose book warms our hearts with his gentle ways, uplifts us with his strong faith, and … oh yeah, he also plays guitar very well!!! We love you, Doyle. ~Tommy Emmanuel, guitarist, composer, CGO, and certified Doyle fan! This book by my favorite guitarist is as captivating as Doyle’s music. ~ Rick warren, senior pastor, Saddleback Church. Doyle is the type of person you meet for five minutes and you feel you have been friends for a lifetime. You’ll find his stories equally captivating and heartwarming. ~Eric Johnson, platinum-selling, Grammy-award-winning artist. [bio]. DOYLE DYKES is considered one of the world’s great fingerstyle guitar players. Raised in Jacksonville, Florida, by the time he was eighteen he was invited to play with the Stamps Quartet and later toured with Grandpa Jones. [delete this sentence if space is a factor] A favorite of Grand Ole Opry fans, he has played with Chet Atkins, James Burton, Duane Eddy, Vince Gill, Phil Keaggy, Steve Wariner, Steve Lukather, Larry Carlton, and many others. He and his wife, Rita, have four children, a growing list of grandchildren, and live in Tennessee. “Doyle Dykes has reached the outer limits of guitar theory and performance. In he Lights of Marfa he reveals an even more superior attainment. Through his inspiring life experiences he has learned the true meaning of things that really matter. Things like family, prayer, the Bible and serving the King of Kings. This is a worth reading book. I know, because I’ve read it.” R. Lamar Vest, President & CEO, American Bible Society “Master of His Craft”- “Christian Gentleman”- “Loyal Friend” These are just a few of the attributes I have witnessed in my friend “Doyle Dykes.” I have been priviledged to share in an extended portion of Doyles life and consider it an honor to be able to call him “My Friend.” You will be both enlightened and encouraged by the accounts contained in the volume you now hold in your hand. Enjoy it! --Dr. Donnie Sumner.
- Title: The Lights of Marfa: One of the World’s Great Guitar Player’s Amazing Encounters with God (audio)
- Authors: Doyle Dykes, Bob Taylor
- Publisher: Moody
- Print Publication Date: 2013
- Logos Release Date: 2023
- Era: era:modern
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Audio
- Subject: Religion › Christian Living--Spiritual Growth
- ISBNs: 9780802422743, 0802422748
- Resource ID: LLS:9780802422743
- Resource Type: Media
- Metadata Last Updated: 2023-03-08T18:03:37Z