Jason Becker at 15 Plays Gary Moore

I just found this video of me at 15 years old, playing Gary Moore's intro solo from "End of the World." This was at my high school, Kennedy High, in Richmond, CA. Man, fun times!

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[budg.]

I bet when this guy had been playing for six months he was already better than 99 percent of the guitar players on Earth

[crusheverything]

Nailing Gary More at age 15!!!! This happened long before you could find lessons on everything on Youtube. What an incredibly talented person and inspiration on so many levels. The world is a much better place with Jason Becker in it. He makes me realize that every day is a blessing and to make the most of it. Thank you, Jason!!

[Markdaurelio]

That is a true testament of how your technique can really make your was plugged up to a practice amp and plays an incredible piece by Gary Moore.
True I wouldn't have given to make it to one of his clinics back in the day.
Amazing Jason, don't stop composing your music....

[SethCampbell]

Jason posted a tribute to Gary after his death seven years ago:

RIP Gary Moore. You were a big influence on me. Your passion, soul and technique was incredible! I played your intro solo to End of the World in High School. I will post it some day.

[KenCostantino]

Jason mentioned this in his Guitar World interview. It's incredible to finally see it. I have a copy of the interview on my phone so I always have it with me.

[derek]

This guy's talent is unbelievable

[toivonencresto]

Even the Great Jason recognized and liked The greatness of Gary, my all time fav guitar player (my Favs are BB, SRV, EVH and Tommy Emmanuel). Hi Jason, you’re a great inspiration in my life. Ciao from Italy! Vittorio

[maryelkinscaldwell]

My main squeeze! Even though I don't play guitar, you are the one that got me interested in collecting, watching and listening to guitar! Love and miss you much!

[brotherzanimate]

I am truly humbled and honored to be living in the same era, same timeline, and same year as the modern day genius: Jason Becker rock on brother!

[AdamantNRaven]

i swear, Jason is the best and most passionated guitar player that ever existed. adam's out

[Dobletormento]

Your the most awesome guitarist i know, your musical pieces relax me a lot jason, sometimes when i feel down i hear some of your stuff, like the mythical song "air", thanks for your music jason, thanks for be who you are.

[adamsbrandon]

a new video of Jason Becker at 15 playing, never before seen, thank you my brother Becker for sharing your memories with us, you did bad ass in this video my brother, peace be with you forever and ever :) - much love from Brandon Adams down in Texas

[viralone]

Great. Gary Moore and Jason Becker are my favorite players. Thanks for sharing this video.

[John_Matrix]

What a Jason you were born to be the best!!!

[jonathancacaocepeda]

Wow!! THIS IS E - P - I - C!! MY FAVOURITE GUITAR PLAYER, PLAYING SO PERFECTLY SOMETHING OF ONE OF MY FAVOURITE GUITAR LEGENDS, GARY MOORE!! I LOVE YOU, MAN! YOU ARE MY BIGGEST INSPIRATION THROUGHOUT MY MANY STRUGGLES!! BLESSES AND LOVE FOR YOU!!!

[phtmblu]

Mr. Jason, you inspire me to play guitar, and to be a better person. Thank you ❤

[jaredkerby]

My favorite guitarist!
thank you for the inspiration you give. may it live on forever!

[oli_dall-r]

I have never seen this footage before thank you 🙏🏽

[PtrPizzarelli]

Playing with my band back in high school are some of my favourite memories. Can't wait to hear the album.

[Byardigirn]

I was in shock the first time I heard the music you and Marty made. You are a pair of seriously bad ass mother%*!~ers.