Sir, I have been listening to delta blues and trying to play at it for years - your work right here with these recordings is not only the best acoustic blues guitar lessons, but into the future, will probably be one of the most significant set of recordings for future players of the blues - period. You should be proud, and as a 74 year old, please know that I have learned so much about playing delta blues from you and will take it with me to help others coming up. Many many, thanks.
You can't get any lesson anywhere more authentic then Rev Robert JONES . The Smithsonian should give consideration to these important historical blues lessons . 🎼🎼🎼🎸☮️
I've been both playing guitar and teaching for over twenty years, and I can happily say that these are some of the best guitar videos I've ever seen -- a stellar mix of history, culture, analysis, demonstration, and instruction. Huge shout-out to the Rev.!
so glad I found you. Such great lessons and not just about licks and song chords. History is so important in understanding it all. Very informative and excellent approach!
I'm a noob so really appreciate how much you break it down and walk through the moves. Delta blues are my goal and this (as well as some of your other lessons) has given me a great foundation. Thank you!
Reading Son’s recollection of Bob’s first performance when he came back from his Hiatus, was a revelation. Your thoughts on did he make a deal or did he not, doesn’t matter what side of the thought. What matters is we got a blessing, us Blues Lovers. Thank you for the lesson.
I’ve been playing for thirty years and I’m getting better, I’ve used a a pick when I play and I want to learn how to how finger pick now watching these videos is a start for me, great video thank you for posting it
Just an amazingly articulate being, musicly, verbally and rationally. To have such a command of not only a vast lexicon verbally but musically as well is truly noteworthy but moreover to take time to share such talent truly speaks to one soul, the true root of the blues.
I was looking at triads and how to use them.. and stumbled on this site . I have been trying to work on traditional folk blues.. ( as Ive heard robert Johnson referred to..) excellent history , which brings it into perspective. I have been trying to put that particular lick with the turn arounds together for a while now but it always sounded mechanical.. now it doesnt.. thanks very much.. your an excellent teacher.. I really appreciate the comments about forming chords and positions in different ways because of your hands.. I got the Irish short stubby fingers.. LOL.. I buy my guitars based on the size of the nut. I need it wide . and stretching is hard for me.. I loved it when you said.. make it work for you. Keep it up. I'll be back...
Thank you for this lesson,I can play most of what you demonstrate,but the right hand picking gets me im just not smooth,will keep practicing,love your lessons great inspiration for me.cheers.
Dude... George Jones in the style of Robert Johnson was so serious! That was brilliant and sounded so rad. You NEED To record that and put it out. Or at least post a live vid. Amazing and out of this world amazin.
The best blues teaching on the internet. Rev I'd love to see more focus on your right hand though, I'm getting the chords but can't keep up with (or even understand) some of the moves that your right hand is making. Much love for this awesome content my man.
@@JustVinnyMusic I Google mapped a satellite view of that intersection. Looks like a couple of modern US highways overlapping each other. But just up the road is the blues hwy marker. Why Clarksdale, Robert Johnson was before Muddy Waters?
@@JustVinnyMusic well after a little research, I found that the intersection of Lusk Rd and Walker Rd in Dockery Mississipi is called the devils crossroad. Yet, some say it wasn't at the crossroads but a cemetery where the contract was made. A cemetery in Beauregard Mississipi or near abouts, maybe Wesson Cemetery. Who knows probably just lore anyhow.
@@DavidAndersoniiVI Well the trading your soul idea is a myth, but it is thought Johnson had probably a specific location in mind. What you are seeing on the map is misleading because the old highways are not still in existence map wise. City of Clarksdale has a big marker there, and Highway 61 was the major highway from the delta area going north and frequented by musicians traveling back and forth to St. Louis and Chicago. It was the most sung about road in terms of blues songs. Highway 49 is the road to Parchman Prison, which inspired a lot of songs too. Some like the intersection of Highway 8 and 1 south of Rosedale. But the "blues highway" 61 is a state designation with many historic markers, and 61-49 is certainly the most famous crossroads in blues lore for sure. Its all for the tourists anyway. I think it is certainly a symbolic reference. If you live long enough we all have them
Being able to play is one thing, being able to teach is another. What a joy to find this man here.
Sir, I have been listening to delta blues and trying to play at it for years - your work right here with these recordings is not only the best acoustic blues guitar lessons, but into the future, will probably be one of the most significant set of recordings for future players of the blues - period. You should be proud, and as a 74 year old, please know that I have learned so much about playing delta blues from you and will take it with me to help others coming up. Many many, thanks.
Well said Greg.. I see it the same. well said
@@chinto50 agreed
Agreed, respect!
Salut c'est greg
Facts
You can't get any lesson anywhere more authentic then Rev Robert JONES . The Smithsonian should give consideration to these important historical blues lessons . 🎼🎼🎼🎸☮️
I've been both playing guitar and teaching for over twenty years, and I can happily say that these are some of the best guitar videos I've ever seen -- a stellar mix of history, culture, analysis, demonstration, and instruction.
Huge shout-out to the Rev.!
Yep same here been playing for 43 years and I love watching these videos =)
I love your playing and your voice! So glad I stumbled upon this. Thank you sir so much! So cool!
This is amazing what a great teacher 👍this is real blues
so glad I found you. Such great lessons and not just about licks and song chords. History is so important in understanding it all. Very informative and excellent approach!
I feel like I finally found the Crossroads when I discovered your videos. Thank you sir !
I'm a noob so really appreciate how much you break it down and walk through the moves. Delta blues are my goal and this (as well as some of your other lessons) has given me a great foundation. Thank you!
These lessons from Rev. Jones are excellent! This guy is a American national treasure.
This is a true teacher
what a fantastic teacher!
Wonderful lesson. I learned so much in just 21 minutes. The best.
Reading Son’s recollection of Bob’s first performance when he came back from his Hiatus, was a revelation. Your thoughts on did he make a deal or did he not, doesn’t matter what side of the thought. What matters is we got a blessing, us Blues Lovers. Thank you for the lesson.
Excellent!!!!
Best instruction ever !
I’ve been playing for thirty years and I’m getting better, I’ve used a a pick when I play and I want to learn how to how finger pick now watching these videos is a start for me, great video thank you for posting it
Wish i could have had you as an educator through out school
Great teaching. Thanks Rev Jones.
God bless you Brother Robert for sharing the Lovely blues seacrets to so many of us that loves music....
TB. Sweden
Top man and a great lesson !!!
Great Lessons Thank you very much Rev. Robert Jones
Just an amazingly articulate being, musicly, verbally and rationally.
To have such a command of not only a vast lexicon verbally but musically as well is truly noteworthy but moreover to take time to share such talent truly speaks to one soul, the true root of the blues.
Great stuff! That George Jones took me by absolute surprise!!! More Rev
Thank you so much God-bless you you open my eyes
and me!!
These lessons are great, pure gold. i'm learning lots and better still learning to put it all together and add my own ideas.
So great.
I was looking at triads and how to use them.. and stumbled on this site . I have been trying to work on traditional folk blues.. ( as Ive heard robert Johnson referred to..) excellent history , which brings it into perspective. I have been trying to put that particular lick with the turn arounds together for a while now but it always sounded mechanical.. now it doesnt.. thanks very much.. your an excellent teacher.. I really appreciate the comments about forming chords and positions in different ways because of your hands.. I got the Irish short stubby fingers.. LOL.. I buy my guitars based on the size of the nut. I need it wide . and stretching is hard for me.. I loved it when you said.. make it work for you. Keep it up. I'll be back...
I love you Rev Jones. This is so beautiful. Thank you for sharing your light.
Fellow is amazing. Loving every bit of this.
Glad found such you.!
You are a great teacher man... thank you...love watching these =)
The Rev. Is just fantastic. I could listen to him talk about blues history all day.
Thanks for your clear explanations.
Great series of lessons on music and history. You are an excellent teacher.
You're an amazing teacher! The right amount of info and back story. Thank you!!!
Finally some that makes sense to me! This guy is my new teacher 👍🏻 thank you!
Reverend, please put out an album of covers and/originals in this genre!
great blues
what a bloody great video.
Thanks so much Reverend. Great video. 👍
Fantastic lesson. I’ll have to give Truefire another look.
just love it
Oh wow...that interpretation of the George Jones classic!
Excellent
Amazing!!!
20:11 only the voice in my head
Thank you for this lesson,I can play most of what you demonstrate,but the right hand picking gets me im just not smooth,will keep practicing,love your lessons great inspiration for me.cheers.
Inspiring Thanks !
I love it thank you
Amazing lessons, cannot thank you enough. @GregJiede sums it up nicely.
Dude... George Jones in the style of Robert Johnson was so serious! That was brilliant and sounded so rad. You NEED To record that and put it out. Or at least post a live vid. Amazing and out of this world amazin.
Thank you, Sir. God bless you. Greettings from Brazil.
Just started your class on TrueFire. Looking forward to getting started.
Thank you!
Thanks for sharing 👍👏👏
Great lesson Rev. Yes, the photos of RJ shows his fingers are like telephone poles.
The best blues teaching on the internet. Rev I'd love to see more focus on your right hand though, I'm getting the chords but can't keep up with (or even understand) some of the moves that your right hand is making. Much love for this awesome content my man.
Rev Jones - Thank you! Question please - tell me about that wide nut guitar, it sounds great.
At 14:25 I just about died...gave me a bit of inspiration
8:17 11:00. 15:50. 19:17
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8:20
Anyone knows? Is the Tune the standeard EADGBe or DADGAD???
I wish there was a stronger blues interest among gen z. I seem to be the only 21 year old I know who likes this stuff.
Love that guitar. What kind is it? I want one
Custom built
What kind of guitar is that?
The name of the guitar?
Sir, you seems like bb king
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Bottom Line? Thank You!!!
3:24 still cant do this kek
Is there really a "crossroads" or is that an old folktale?
Consensus usually is intersection of Highway 61 and 49 in Clarksdale, MS. Highway 61 is called the Blues Highway.
@@JustVinnyMusic will Legbur be there?
@@JustVinnyMusic I Google mapped a satellite view of that intersection. Looks like a couple of modern US highways overlapping each other. But just up the road is the blues hwy marker. Why Clarksdale, Robert Johnson was before Muddy Waters?
@@JustVinnyMusic well after a little research, I found that the intersection of Lusk Rd and Walker Rd in Dockery Mississipi is called the devils crossroad. Yet, some say it wasn't at the crossroads but a cemetery where the contract was made. A cemetery in Beauregard Mississipi or near abouts, maybe Wesson Cemetery. Who knows probably just lore anyhow.
@@DavidAndersoniiVI Well the trading your soul idea is a myth, but it is thought Johnson had probably a specific location in mind. What you are seeing on the map is misleading because the old highways are not still in existence map wise. City of Clarksdale has a big marker there, and Highway 61 was the major highway from the delta area going north and frequented by musicians traveling back and forth to St. Louis and Chicago. It was the most sung about road in terms of blues songs. Highway 49 is the road to Parchman Prison, which inspired a lot of songs too. Some like the intersection of Highway 8 and 1 south of Rosedale. But the "blues highway" 61 is a state designation with many historic markers, and 61-49 is certainly the most famous crossroads in blues lore for sure. Its all for the tourists anyway. I think it is certainly a symbolic reference. If you live long enough we all have them
The geeky voice he throws in there lol