Phil Keaggy - The Wind and the Wheat

Another beautiful original from the insanely talented Phil Keaggy.

[@davidlarsen6175]

Phil is definitely one of the best guitarists of all time, and extremely versatile. Possibly the most under appreciated musician of our day. LOVE this piece!!!!

[@Mexxi_gt]

He's my uncle and I'm not lying I promise

[@TedSchoenling]

He has been playing forever... and has a gift from God.

[@DouglasGillert]

Such a rare and overlooked talent

[@danatapare]

totally agree

[@MrTomanderson76]

I agree as well !!!

[@vincentparrella3424]

anointed phil

[@12nicky34]

Just glad he reached me with his music.

[@Mike990920]

Agreed. Though it may be because he’s a dick. About 20 years ago, I watched him play at a church in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada to a very welcoming and appreciative crowd of a couple of hundred. He barely spoke to the audience and at the end of his show, he just left! No appearance at the merch table. No photos with fans or autographs. No explanation from management. Nothing! Just a total, self-absorbed dick!

[@Johntracy54]

You can tell that he feels the music. Truly one the best musicians alive.

[@Nash1a]

This song is from the album "The Wind and the Wheat". Its from 1987 and is still my favorite all time album of any genre. Over the years, I've bought several copies to give away as gifts. I remember working alone one evening while this was playing. Suddenly, I had the sence that someone very close to me had just left. It took a few seconds to realize it was just that the album had ended. I don't know how he does it but it felt like a caring friend was in the room with me.

[@Kaeralho]

one of the best pieces for guitar I could ever get my head around.

[@pianothemes9084]

Can you play it?! I'm trying hard....

[@donefinished]

@@pianothemes9084 peice by peice. Play it in three parts.

[@timothywade9982]

I can just picture a good breeze making ripples through the golden field, and watching birds on the wing above

[@melissacampbell9913]

You will Always be One of My All Time favorites for music alone but in Worship! I met You in the 5th grade at Maranatha Academy in KC, MO. many many years ago. You touched me then, as You and the Holy Spirit touch me now. Thank You for using The Gift God gave You!

[@happinessis2111]

I was in my twenties when I first heard Phil Keggy at a Christian Concert in NY. It was at the same place where Woodstock was held. I'm 68 now and still enjoy his older songs.

[@benone6308]

God bless you!

[@Nirsterkur]

Every single cell in my body, every single breath I will ever inhale and exhale, and for every single time my heart shall beat until I die, I LOVE, adore, honour and respect Phil Keaggy and his Incredible Music and Incomprehensible Guitar Wizardry more than I can ever say!!! God bless you Dear Phil! ❤️🇺🇲

[@joer.8587]

My Brother in Christ, Phil Keaggy! He is one the world's greatest guitarists! When I became a Christian in, '78, he inspired me to change my Rock style electric guitar playing in many bands to play unplugged [acoustic] guitar. I play now for my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! This mellow type of guitar work is so relaxing and therapeutic to people that hear me play, my family and for myself to be strong with my physical disability! God Bless!

[@melissacampbell9913]

Agreed

[@BrianTruesby]

I love the look of this video. The antique backdrop and the muted colors...gorgeous.

[@totustuus333]

There is only one Phil keaggy. What a beautiful soul.

[@ebnphlo]

Phil has made such a HUGE impact on so many over the past 50+ years. And yet, because he confesses to be a pro-life Christian with biblical values, he has been largely ignored by the mainstream industry. But you get amongst any group of experienced & seasoned (older) guitarists and they will definitely have heard of Phil Keaggy & have great respect for his great talent & creativity! They may or may not agree with his Christian beliefs or family values but they respect him as a very intelligent, witty, humble, genuinely kind & generous human being who knows how to make an audience smile & shake their heads in amazement how he pulls off such incredible stuff on his guitar.

[@DavidEspejo]

what a precious music, and what a precious guitar...the birds on the frets..beautiful

[@scottsherman6889]

This is THE desert island album. Absolutely anointed by God!

[@jayc5413]

this song is majestic. Tells a story of serenity and beauty.

[@unworthy1582]

All glory be to God

[@Tralman1965]

He lost a finger when he was a child. Didn't stop his amazing playing. Incredible.

[@chadbrown748]

Same with Jerry Garcia. He also lost a finger at a young age became a famous musician.

[@cheytay23]

He is truly amazing. I got the priviledge to perform with him at Ichthus 2009, it was one of the coolest things ever! He plays guitar like no other.

[@marialiyubman]

that's one musician that just touches me to tears.....

[@heddyrogue4187]

A self-taught guitarist, inspiration and beautiful gift from God !

[@The72Rabbit]

Praise the Lord. His love for Jesus is displayed in a unique form that only God can present through one who loves Him.

[@timothywade9982]

when I hear and see this man's talent, his music and His body language speak clearly of worshipping Christ Jesus, his Lord & mine . I am so thankful God has so blessed us with Phil's music

[@jimisalt]

gods not real and if he was he hates gay people

[@colbytaylor9805]

Maybe Christians CAN create truly beautiful music in this day of mediocre Hillsong crap

[@PRINCIPALBROKER]

I saw Phil play in Glass Harp when they warmed up for the Kinks in 1969 at Ludlow Garage in Cincy. He blew me away and I bought all of the Glass Harp LP's and he still amazes me. He played a sunburst Les Paul and I think he still has it. One of the underrated guitarists in the world.

[@pleaseenteraname1103]

I was exposed to Phil Keaggy’s music as a kid through my dad, but I don’t think I really truly ever appreciate it until now.

[@stephenmcclelland7499]

My first 'real' gig was Phil Keaggy at the Elmwood Hall in Belfast. My good friend Andy Black took me there when I was about 15. Phil was on his own with only an acoustic guitar. He blew me away and inspired me to play guitar. He's a genius with an amazing God given gift!

[@wordsoffire2416]

My whole car is a soft red because of the sunset. The wind is hitting me and a cannot shake off this smile. I love this song.

[@Zootallures316]

This is Truly one of the most Beautiful Guitar Pieces, I have ever heard!!!!

[@t4mil1an]

This wonderful man fully understands music. God bless him.

[@astorianygirl]

Beautiful! Some people just do not understand God anointed music!

[@truepolybius]

I have been watching guitarists closely for over 40 years and I play a little myself,and I have never seen a better player in my life. He does things that even Hendrix didn't do. Go Phil!!

[@7temah]

A beautiful prophetic reality of God's heart and his desire for all to know him through his Son, Jesus...

[@johnhanna2675]

Amen, and Amen

[@av-va2315]

Aww yes. I agree. You can see God through many beautiful artistic pieces. Soon his kingdom will come to restore the paradise we all desire ❤️

[@youbigtubership]

This piece plays so many strings of my heart.

[@SuperORION91]

Phil Keaggy has mastered the art of music. He's always been one of the the most influential guitarists I've ever known. His playing, especially on an acoustic guitar, is full of soul and is heartfelt and genuine. When I saw this video, I nearly literally cried because I felt his playing and how soulful it was (or still is).

[@timothywade9982]

unearthly beautiful. the haunting of grace to the human soul through such wonderful talent. I am a richer man for this !

[@garrysguitar]

Absolutely Incredible, one of the Greatest guitar players of all time. Thanks Phil for continuing to hit the road year after year and still more than 37 years later releasing Great new music.

[@heashon2000]

I know. It's fantastic. I'm a metal-head but I still listen to this tune every day.

[@DanTalvi]

If you love the man's art, you'll love what he's all about even more. He lives his faith in a beautiful way. He and his wife have lost children, and you hear his grief, his triumph and his hope in his music. It comes of trusting the One who gave him his talent. He's awesome, master and musician.

[@gilbertbaker3579]

I’m a Christian and juat started guitar. I’m a huge fan of jam band music and bluegrass but I felt God was saying I needed to step back. Was really looking for something where a Christian was testing his own limits as well as that of the instrument. This looks promising so far.

[@911elijah]

Because you are lost. Phil your cross in obvious. You are amazing. I bout this cd in the late 80's, it is timeless. As far as I am concerned you are ranked among the greats, Michael Hedges, Leo, Mike Stern, Larry Carlton. You really did give up you reputation to follow the Lord. I respect it so much. Thank you for being an inspiration to me.

[@shadoworld58]

this is one of my all time faves by keaggy. i wish he would have made it a couple of minutes longer...too beautiful to be that short.

[@lucyscaranda1722]

Heard and saw Phil Keaggy for the first time on live from Studio B. I was flipping over the Channel but his music was and instant WOW for me. I am now a fan.....thanks

[@urgulp]

Master at work.

[@candose9210]

Nobody plays like Phil Keagy. Simply the best.

[@tenasyus4233]

Praise GOD Most High!! This, for me, is the best guitar instrumental music I've ever heard. It's a really great music gift from the Lord. And Phil Keaggy is one of GOD's best gift to his people and to the world...Hope & pray that someday, Mr. Keaggy could be my next door neighbour so he might perhaps teach me how to play great music like this one. GOD Bless you & family more Mr. Keaggy.

[@TheRealQuester]

I remember listening to a guy named Phil Keaggy sing as a special guest in a Neal Morse album, then went to youtube to search him and saw the first 10 seconds of this piece... ...and now 8 years after I'm a much blessed guy!

[@realdadrealwisdom8287]

Love this song! Such Mastery!

[@eldredsmith8379]

Lovely piece of music. One of my PK favourites.

[@timothydillow3160]

God given Talent seems effortless." A belief is a speech that can't be proven right truth is a song never to be proven wrong." td

[@biglarry1227]

Learned to play this recently ... damn fine tune with dastardly stretches (without capo)! Bless you Phil, and thanks for years of unreal music with unworldly talent.

[@yealevi2850]

Big Larry oh the stretches are quite dastardly indeed

[@nemesisnine3297]

Tu cabeza parece una verga xD

[@naifabdalkreem8294]

Is it in standard tuning ?

[@MegaSlowe]

@@naifabdalkreem8294 Yes. It's capoed at the 4th fret (standard tuning, half step down) for the original recording way back in 1987. He plays it here capoed on 2nd fret.

[@jonathans.9713]

Praise God, Phil Keaggy is playing the guitar in an awesome way in the "Wind and the Wheat" music piece. Jonathan Sciano

[@jennbug5634]

I could listen all day long.

[@timothywade9982]

I cannot see God's Spirit, but I know that He is in the way He expresses Himself through such wonderful talent that He's given this man. My heart has been captured to the point that I can sense the fragrance of grace. Interestingly enough through his music and how he lives Phil demonstrates the truth of God's love through Jesus. Thank you sir for being willing to be as God's heart & hands shape you. Your gift to me in this is beautiful. Blessings to you and yours

[@MyEggIsBoiled]

This guy just came to a theater in my home town last night. Absolutely astounding musician. Of course.. he was about thirty years older when I saw him haha.

[@paulbishop5660]

insanely good!

[@edshift]

1:34 - 6 fret span fingering! ...and silky smooth. Amazing guitarist I've loved since my childhood.

[@Durwood71]

The best guitarist most people have never heard of, and he blows away every guitarist they have heard of!

[@jerryboone1093]

It is more amazing every time I see and hear it.

[@frankb518]

Phil, Thank you for this Video. sometimes I have A Memory Lapse on how to Play this. Or better, How to Keep learning to Play it the Way you composed it! Never grows Old! This Piece will be Eternal in Heaven !

[@36degrees1978]

I have to listen to this song twice a day,religiously.Keaggy is a legend and a half,I love him.Thanks for posting!!!

[@alvaroz7240]

beautiful, simple as that

[@The_GngrBRDMan]

Álvaro Z I agree

[@Five0Music]

Blessed with astonishing talent, brought to life by years of hard work and dedication. Phil is a blessing to us all.

[@JasonSavorn]

One of the most beautiful pieces of music ever written.

[@JuliaL55]

Beautiful....such God-given talent.

[@placidian]

Beautiful playing, song, and sound. Love it!

[@SergeUnplugged]

All time favorite piece

[@joelyboii88]

the best acoustic song ever, ashame its so short.

[@tommy30507]

MEMORIES...I had this audio cassette in the 80s....WONDERFUL.....

[@edshift]

This guy is soooo good. He's really well known amongst the happy clappy christian community but he deseves to be known worldwide. Such clean picking and such great songwriting. The devil has all the best tunes but he mised a few. 'Nuff respect Phill Keagy. Luv you. EdShift

[@holdwholetruthholy1511]

Unbelievable - mostly because it is unseen. The Gifts of God, Family and fuckin'-A, and dedicated hard work

[@jerryboone1093]

Saw him many years ago at Heritage USA. I didn't care what was going on there. I just wanted to see Phil. Humble and talented he is.

[@cylmaraguerrato9280]

OMG!❤️só deep... Heaven s sound❤️❤️

[@monsterpunch]

Phil, thanks for so many great music you shared with us.

[@noir243]

i wish this was longer such a beautiful song

[@JBomb126]

once again his music is so soothing

[@dextr0]

One of the most beautiful pieces I've ever heard. What an amazing musician. It comes so natural.... I HAVE to see him live at least once.

[@Excalibur741]

Thanks for sharing. This music helps to find peace.

[@Kaeralho]

this is definitely one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard... top 5

[@ejonesusl]

One of favorites of all time. What a gift from God

[@edshift]

Just epic. I think I've commented on this loads of time before but I keep returning to the video and it moves me every time.

[@heashon2000]

This is the first thing I listen to every day in the morning.

[@marcusstoica]

Greetings from Ohio, Phil's home state! Represent!

[@jeffsond]

What a great song from a great guitarist.

[@hesse13]

This is far away the best song from Phil ever!!! Truly amazing talent!!!!

[@edshift]

Awesome beyond all words.

[@marialiyubman]

god is present in his music..... true healing...

[@sk5williams]

Such a pure sound. You could even say it may move you on a spiritual level.

[@PowerChucker]

He has an amazing sense of melody!

[@allanmiller6897]

I'm now a fan. Love his style. Thank you to him and the uploader.

[@Joet80t]

What!!?!? That's incredible that he's so good.

[@supermanny73]

i keep coming back to this...wish he would have played the whole piece.

[@wenonah2]

simply stunning

[@777toogie1]

I have "Wind in the Wheat" by Phil on a vinyl record when it first came out. I love this and it does make me dream of a field of wheat blowin in the wind. He's truly VERY good and does it for the Lord.

[@robertlaguirremusic7381]

Just beautiful Phil! & Thank You!

[@moffatsa11]

I just saw him yesterday at Bethel too. The concert was absolutely phenomenal!

[@drbcook]

Beautiful !as allways !!!

[@JadeAxon]

Congratulations. You are one of the best players on the planet.

[@zammygo]

this song is very touching. i almost cried.

[@bigbadbob58]

If you know where to find him, he's still around. Saw him about 2-3 years ago and he's getting old, but still is amazing! Christian music is where you tend to find him....

[@PepekBezlepek]

Reminds me Tommy Emmanuels´ "Those Who Wait", both are wonderful songs. I haven´t heard about this guy, but i will surely not forget him.