Jonathan Gordon

My most sincere condolences to Jon´s family, and in particular to his daughters. I have very fond memories of countless hours spent recording with James Reams and the Barnstorners in Jon´s studio. Always with such wisdom, grace, and wit. I´m so sorry to hear of his passing.

I am so very very sad to hear of Jon´s death. Quiet strength, humor, brilliant musician. He was the sound engineer on a recording I made of a show I did years ago with a dear friend who is also gone. Jon was so patient and kind- we were amateurs and he was such a pro!! I deeply regret not knowing him better. Where ever he is I´m sure he´s making wonderful music.

I am so sorry I didn't know Jon better. WE used to contradance toegether sometimes, and of course, he ran sound when we needed him, and it was always wonderful. This will sound strange, perhaps, but I think obituaries should be run when we are still alive, so people know who we are. HJon was surely someone to know well ifyou had the opportunity. I will miss him.

Susie Deane

Oh Jon. I'm crushed. You were such an amazing soul. You will always hold a very special place in my heart. Godspeed.

How deeply saddening to hear Jon has passed. We were friends beginning in the 7th grade. And although our paths rarely crossed, my memory of his compassion and acceptance, even as a 12-year-old, remains strong and present. I will mourn his loss and treasure my memories. My sincere condolences to the family and all of his many friends.

Sincere condolences.

Evette Hitscher (Emily´s mother)

I was shocked and saddened to hear that my friend, Jon Gordon, passed away last week. Not only was his knowledge of music and music-production formidable, but his skills as a guitarist were amazing. You certainly know his solo on Suzanne Vega´s massive hit "Luka," and you can see him play in her video for "Left of Center." Before that, he was in demand as a sideman, playing for many of New York´s rising stars, like Madonna (see photo) and Cyndi Lauper. His own work could be heard all over tv.

I first became aware of him in the `90s, and we would go on to work together regularly starting in 2013. He did great work for me and was always very generous, as well as warm and witty company. Jon, thank you for everything, you will be missed.

You were one in a million, Jon. I´ll miss you forever. All the best to your beautiful daughters.
Happy trails...

Thanks for "Luka" which is a musical GEM.

I am so sorry to hear of Jon´s passing and am sending love and condolences to his friends and family. I knew him for decades in the NYC scene, always felt a kind redness with him, and got to know him better when we became Hudson Valley neighbors. He was a supportive friend, and beautiful person with a heart of gold, as classy and gentlemanly as they come, and his talent was off the charts. I always enjoyed hearing him brag about his wonderful daughters and his positive attitude and sense of humor even amidst ongoing health issues was admirable. I´ll miss you, friend! Xo Rachael Sage

Sincere condolences to John´s family. He was a very talented and very nice man.
So sad to hear of his passing. Kati Mac

R I P Jonathan, my guitar teacher

A good man and a formidable talent. Rest in music and peace, Mr. Gordon, xx B.

It was a privilege to work with him back in the day with Soozie And The Boys

Jon contributed to everything and everyone he encountered, myself included. He was in two early iterations of bands I was involved in, where his invention and friendship enhanced every song and every moment spent in his presence. He was gentle and formidable, simultaneously and he was a great listener. He always spoke things musically, just right. He became an important contributor to my music production company and with every individual project I was a part of, Jon was a part of too. Whatever it was, it was made better because of him. Rest comfortably in peace. You are in everyone's heart. xx

When I was searching for someone to complete the vocals on my album "Water Into Wine," Jon's studio was my destination. His great sounding studio and his incredible technical skills made my album all that I had hoped. Wishing peace to his family and friends.

So sorry to hear of Jon's passing. An awful loss for his family, friends and the World of music. I especially loved Luka as I am sure so many did. The guitar solo was beautiful.

Sorry to hear about Jons passing
I remember well working on Suzannes first European tour back in the 80´s where Jon led with guitar
Nice peaceful guy
RIP Jon
Russell Mason

With deepest sympathy on your loss from Ireland.

Deepest sympathies to you all.
Many lives were touched for the better for knowing Jon, mine included.

This one goes out to my dear friend and music collaborator Jon Gordon!!
I have worked and recorded with Jon both on solo and Latvian Radio stuff since the late 90s. First in his NYC home studio, then at his studio on W 27th St and recently up to a few months ago in Beacon.
In a world and business full of rattlesnakes, posers, shysters and a-holes Jon always stood out as something completely different. He was truly one of the most genuine, kindest and talented people I´ve known and worked with.
I always felt at ease recording with Jon. He would just let you be and do your thing if you were "on" or direkt you in a subtle way if you were stuck. He has played and added various guitars, mandolin, bass, synth, percussion, beats etc on my songs over the years. Always in a tasteful way that would help move the song forward and send it on its way instead of stealing the show. As I listen to my back catalog from time to time I always come across something Jon did, said or played that shaped the song in particular way, always in a good way.
Thank you Jon!! You will be truly missed and leave me musically lost for the time being.
Patric Westoo

Jon and I never met but he had such an impact on my life. Just the other day I looked at your pages, Katie and Jody wanting to reach out. I feared the worst as he was absolutely dedicated to word games, and also to people. I live in San Francisco and have been playing Words with Friends with "Jonny Guitar" since about 2018, having he was presented to me by the algorithm. I think we played about 135 games sometimes two at once. He was consistent, supportive, encouraging. I have looked at his last FB post multiple times and crossed my fingers that he would reappear. Kate and Jody I am so sorry for your loss. His radiance shone through.

We had the good fortune to record in his studio and play live with him the last two years of his life. Always the perfect gentleman and always supportive. And just a great guy. We´re gonna miss him.

This morning I said to my husband, "I cannot believe I'll never play Scrabble with Jon again." We were word nerds and Spelling Bee fans, but also musical colleagues and he was such a dear friend and cheerleader. I'm going to miss our brunch dates. I don't think I've ever known a kinder or gentler soul. Rest easy now, Jon, all the hard work is behind you now.

I am heartbroken. Jon was a true gentleman and extraordinary human being. He never had a bad word for anyone. My condolences to his daughters Kate and Jodi and to Carol and Mara and all who loved this special extremely talented kind man.

I started working with Jon in 1989 and stayed with him until 2001. He helped me tremendously as I had no musical training and grew up with deaf parents. In 2019 something positive started happening with my music. And I contacted Jon now relocated to Beacon. Which didn´t stop me. I would go up two days at the time and stay in a wonderful inn. And Jon was always there picking me up at the train the inn to the vegan restaurant etc. we had such a good time recording experimenting I loved my time with Jon so much and most of all his guitar playing!
Through the years I think we used every single different guitar sound there is. What a musician Jon was!
I´m so terribly sad and sorry and somewhat lost without him in this world!

This breaks my heart. A brilliant musician and a one in a million sweet man. Love to his family and his beautiful daughters.

I am beyond heartbroken..he was one in a million

A huge loss to the NYC musical community and to so many of us that were lucky enough to call him a friend. Love to his family.

Jon worked on my musical projects since 1998, and he helped me greatly. He was a wonderful guy, and it was always a fun time going to the studio, first on 17th Street, then 27th Street and finally up in Beacon. I will miss him.

I recently did a long project with Jon and he was so kind and appreciative. He was struggling with his health issues and this was a very difficult job which he finished without a complaint. What a great loss. Love to his family.

A great musician and brilliant Scrabble/Spelling Bee mate. And an all-around good man. I will miss him.

I´m a little gutted by Jon´s passing. I lived in the east village 14th street, and he was on 17th street. I could literally be there in 3 minutes we were that close. I´d often be at Jon´s studio recording vocals for various projects. I was young then and just starting out, and learned so much from Jon about recording, arranging, and often felt his perfectionism. He was also very quirky and quite funny, and would crack me up with his quick wit and extended intellect. He was a true New Yorker in that he supported the local business and was part of the community.
I helped make all my musical ideas come to life. I´m forever grateful. I haven´t seen him in a long time, but knowing he is no longer physically with us makes my heart ache. But his contributions will live on.

A devastating loss for the music community. Jon was uniquely brilliant both as a player and a producer/engineer. It comforts me that his amazing skills are indelibly linked to my musical projects over the years. His devotion to his family was singular, and his intelligence was well known. He was a gentleman; I will especially miss his presence on this earth.

Rest well Jon Gordon who would spend patient hours pushing us on the horse tire swing. A great and loving dad to Katie and Jody and a great all around guy.