Steve Vai Guitar Lesson - Deeper Than Technique - Alien Guitar Secrets: Passion & Warfare
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This isn't a guitar lesson, this a life lesson right here.
why not both?
True bro wolf
same same
Im glad
So true. His life lessons really helped me during the time i was practicing the most - much more than any actual guitar lesson going into depth about specific very specific things. There are a lot of guitar teaching videos out there which are really helpful, and many of those have inspired me, but each one only for a little while; on the other hand, stuff like this helps you all the way through the long process that learning to play an instrument requires :]
“Passion puts you into a timeless dimension of now”
Man.
*puff* yeah bro
I'm in peace now, all I need is to focus on what's important, search the information and practice, and I don't mean only to play the guitar
Timeless and now doesn’t work.
Beyond , pivot point now and beyond the dimension of time !
@Bjorn Ironsides holy words, bro.
I’ve never heard a negative word come out of this guy’s mouth. I love him.
Jonathan Cotton Same. Steve is an actual living legend. He is truly what I would call a musical genius, and also happens to be a massively inspirational person at the same time.
He lives and breathes music and he wants others to feel the same. He said once that if you feel the music in your heart then you are a musician.
You haven’t watched his interviews
The way he defined his exhaustion on the first Frank Zappa tour was priceless: 'by the time I turned to texas i was yellow' :D
😚💓
There is always some guy on youtube that will show you the “top 10 tricks that every guitar player should know” or the “top 5 easy way to fake your way in a solo” and there is Steve Vai who show you how to live and feel your music. Love the man.
Love his honesty of how he told that it never came easy and he had to work extra hard..he connects you with himself..very real very odd! In a good way!
Life is a struggle...for some.
Steve Vai: “Music was always natural to me, but the guitar wasn’t. I’m not a natural player. I had to work really, really, really hard….I was a very slow learner, but I loved it.”
Wow! Coming from someone as accomplished as Steve Vai, this statement made me believe anything is possible, and maybe it’s not too late for this old guy to learn to play as well as the great Mr Vai! Thanks for your candor. Time to practice!
really
@@johnjewell6113 That was very snide, but not unexpected. After all you are a guitar player.
The way he talks about guitar playing sounds like the way Bruce Lee talks about martial art.
Cobra Vai
he does and that's best way
Kung Fu translation is Hard Work & Practice. So absolutely yes! Bruce Lee's discipline and dedication made him to be an amazing Martial Artist and Actor.
Be water my friend.
Bruce Lee never fought, Steve Vai actually plays guitar.
i cant find tabs on his speech on your website :(
LOLLL how did no one upvote this comment....
Darude - Sandstorm
I love to improvise on Darude LOL! :)
is this porn?
..Yes.
"The technique is just your tool. It's the letters in the alphabet to a poet. It's not the poetry". The single most important piece of advice out of this video.
"...It never feels like work when you're following your dream. Passion eliminates time. Passion puts you into a timeless dimension of now." That's beautiful!
music comes from feelings
profound!
At 4:03 "Passion eliminates time"
One of the most succinct truisms I've ever heard in my life.
BEST GUITAR/MUSIC LESSON ON THE INTERNET AND NOT A SINGLE NOTE WAS PLAYED
mmowoa
Agreed
mmowoa 4.15 several notes played
He is asking us to become ourselves not copycats. Isn't that correct? And also he asked us to laugh at mistakes and correct them while enjoying, living for each moment. He is correct, isn't he?
He did not play a single note but it taugth me a lot nevertheless. Great lesson
This was more of a life lesson than a guitar lesson, which would benefit even non-guitar players.
My teacher taught me that there are four stages of learning: 1: Unconscious incompetence. You don't know what you're getting into. You don't know how to play and don't have a clue how much there is to learn. 2: Conscious incompetence. You have become aware of how much you don't know yet. 3: Conscious competence. You have learned something but you have to think about it. It's not effortless. You have to work at it. 4: Unconscious competence. It's become automatic. You don't have to think about it. You just do it. It's now a native language for you. Just as you don't have to think about how to move your lips and tongue to speak the words in your head, you don't have to think about the mechanics of playing.
he is talking more like a psychologist than a guitarist
it's just good to hear him talking so humbly and genuinely
he wouldn't like it, if he became a president, he couldn't play guitar as much
right
Ikram Maududi he’s very careful to not come across as an ego case, that’s for sure.
I couldn’t agree more.
excellent observation/comment, can`t refrain.. :)
Thanks! 4:00---"Passion eliminates time." Man is that true! Get lost in your joy of learning and a 10 hour session goes like 5 minutes...
"Passion eliminates time" Yes!
Came for a guitar lesson, left with a new psychologist. Great therapy here.
When Steve Vai talks, I listen.
take it easy Hulk
I think everyone who has a brain must do it
How all legends become humble when they got older, look at this legend how modest he is, that is because he is great, if that makes sense.
Put in the hard yards, reaped the benefits, been there, seen that, transcended it and morphed it all into wisdom. What a great Dude :-) Thanks +Steve Vai !
He realizes how much he doesn’t know.
@@dustinslease8307 Agree
wow...what an intelligent and insightful person.
sooo true....and yet so humble
Todd Lavigne he really is. His google hangouts are great too
I could easily spend the same amount of time listen to this man playing as I could listen to this man talking!! Amazing human this guy is!
This is a great speech, at 52 I was wondering if I was a failier, but now I realise MY way of playing is ok. I've done the 2 hours plus per day from age of 10 to 21, but I hadn't felt satisfied. Now I realise I was trying to copy everybody and lost MY OWN VOICE. Thank you Steve your an inspirational individual. Damm wish you were my next door neighbour.
Keep it up.
Anthony Price you can copy no one like they can’t copy you brother 😉 no two leaves alike 😉
I'm 54. Played drums,guitar,bass in bands. I get more joy from sitting and playing an acoustic in my garage. Always something new to find on the instrument.
Man can I relate to what you just said. I felt like I needed to learn hand tapping, shredding, and could never get a grasp on it. I`m a blues player. After watching this video, it really made me think, as well as your comment. Instead of trying to be like everyone else, I should understand what my niche for guitar playing is. Being me, and playing the blues.
Your youtube channel doesn't have even one Guitar video. You are not good enough. But that is only from the point of view as a guitar magazine's critic, but as a man as a man, you're too good to put your guitar playing on line because you have not pursued that.
"I can't play like X" is the reason my guitar stayed in the closet for almost 15 years.
Steve I understand. I just turned 61. I know deep down inside of me there’s something there. I’m going to have to put in the hours. But it’s something that I’ve always wanted to find out. Thank you for your explanation. I guess you’re never too old to keep learning. I’ve put it off for so long.
Thank you for your comment!! I`ve been on a hiatus with my guitar for 5 years. I`m 54, soon to be 55, and thought maybe my time has past. After reading so many inspirational comments, including your own, plus what Steve had to say, has given me new hope. I just need to find that final push to get me to pick up my guitar again, which seems so difficult for some reason. I`ve played for so many years, and loved it.
I've never been a big fan of Vai's music-it just isn't to my personal tastes. But he is without a doubt dropping some huge wisdom bombs here that anyone can take to heart, fan or not.
Mark Lambert If there's something you should hear, that would be Whispering a Prayer and For the Love of God.
Sp Wr or bad horsie
agreed, his music is cold and never seems to really have any kind of emotional effect on me. always loved joe satriani. not of this earth has some cool songs. but vai always felt too studied to me. amazing musician, just never feel his playing
I'm a huge fan of his music but I can totally see someone not feeling it. Any musician can learn from his musical philosophies though, and apply them to what moves YOU.
I felt the same way for many years. And the same about hearing him divulge this insight - I think I was being close minded while trying to deviate from popular culture and he was in the crosshairs of Guitar culture for that (I ended up leaning toward Sonic Youth, but maintained my love of R Fripp & A Belew)
this is not a guitar lesson, this is a lesson of universal wisdom
Listening to Mr Steve Vai talking is as motivating and inspiring as hearing him play. I ALWAYS enjoy listening him talking.
One of the greatest guitarists/musicians/human beings ever set foot on this planet. So much legacy for us the next generations.
Wow bro, you are an excelent guitarist too, I really like your covers, specially the sea of lies and altitudes ones and yeah Steve Vai is a great teacher!
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Gus, you are a great Guitarist. keep it up.
i agree man, so many song will come with him inspiration i think
So well said Mr Gus Drax, we think the same you're also awesome to think that way :) So cool Mr Vai shares his unreal talent.
I am humbled by how eloquently this man delivers his lessons! A wake-up call to educators everywhere...
His guitar frets are drunk
microtonal adjustment for closer to perfect pitch on each note
Seth Bowden i know i know man
So it's not that I'm drunk, that's good
Leonardo Mirenda imagine the strings bending sound
The frets are true temperament, instead of the standard straight.
I am not even that much of a guitarist (vocal is my main instrument), yet I learn so much from this video. Steve Vai is truly an inspiration, not just as a virtuoso musician but as a human being as well.
Steve Vai, is just amazing. I love watching these videos. It's such a pleasure to hear his insight, on the instrument.
yea, its pretty cool of him to do these videos. Im not a particularly huge Vai fan, but who wouldnt want to listen to what the grandmaster has to say ?
+TrancoTechnizer well said
+TrancoTechnizer it is a pleasure listen to him how to explain what he loves to do
Oscar González Muñoz and its very helpful too for those who want to learn to play the guitar
+TrancoTechnizer I agree!
"I was a very slow learner but I loved it"
Interesting but that's not what his guitar teacher said. Satch said he was so quick and so gifted that he would teach Vai things he had only learnt himself weeks earlier.
It's on Joe's video the satch tapes.
I love Steve not only for his guitar skills but also for the way he talks, he's such a gentle soul... Hugs Steve.
Agree with you..👍👍👍
Fora de Cena i want steve to whisper dirty things about passion into my ear at night
I know you do, Trixx, i know you do...
a gentle shredder
Wow... this hits home so hard. I'm self taught for 11 years now. Been playing consistently half my life. I never get tired of it. It is my love and passion. I can't wait till I get my technique up because the songs I make now are so beautiful. But no matter what, no matter how good you are. You can still get better. I will be playing guitar till the day I die and one day everyone's going to hear me play. I was told to give up and focus on school because of how smart I am but I'm miserable at work, at school. I'm home when I have my guitar. No matter where I am. Thomas Silva. Remember my name.
Wise words.
People like Vai don't become Presidents because they are too evolved to want to hold such an absurd position. They aren't interested in lording over people, to a great extent they have transcended their need for power. They work on bringing beauty to the world. They know the system would never allow their ideas to be implemented on a mass scale so they work to create from a deeper space within themselves using their art as a medium. Every once in a while a Lennon comes along and uses notoriety to try to better an aspect of humanity's madness - stop the war - for instance. Alice Tully, the great philanthropist , world socialite said that politics is a refuge for third rate minds. Yes, even though they go to the elite schools and have advanced intellects ,they really don't get it at deeper levels - you have been watching the campaign right? In the end we get the President we deserve ; a reflection of the consciousness of the people. It's sad how closed minded and vision challenged our leaders are; then again, we wait around for them to tell us what to do. Do we have a vision for ourselves, our family and friends, our nation , our world, that would be acceptable to Buddha, Jesus, Krsna, Moses, Gandhi etc. Or, are we so locked in our beliefs and fears that create mental confinement . "Emancipate yourselves from mental slavery" , said Bob Marley,another guy who didn't run for president. Steve , Lennon and Marley would make great presidents for people that didn't need presidents because they had a beautiful vision for their lives and the world.
cara sou do Brasil. entendo pouco do inglês as presto uma atenção kkk.
Tenho formação violão clássico e agora estou estudando guitarra solo.
Parabéns pelo trabalho.
that was amazing man
Indeed... In other words.... The more you do something....
I love the way he explains things, it's way deeper than playing music, but also down to earth relatable, and sincerely inspiring.
Steve should stop playing guitar and get into the life coach business.
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do both, I reckon he could.
I agree this guy is onto something.
I came here to hear him playing guitar and finally It was so inspiring ! It is what I needed!
This really hit me hard. Such a beautiful way of saying this. So easy to relate. Excellently chosen words.
"Professor Steve Vai giving a valuable lesson."
The guy is hot shot rockstar yet his demeanor is so sophisticated, gentle, and humble.
It seems to be common at the very top - I think it's a function of how serious and disciplined they have been to reach those heights.
I'm a pretty serious guitarist but ever really progressed past just being quick. I've heard of Steve my whole life but never cared to check him out.
When I hit the brick wall of not getting further and just being stuck I looked for some inspiration and thought fuck it I'll check him out.
I've never heard someone speak so much truth about guitar before. I am truly inspired.
It's been a year since I discovered him and Christ my entire life has changed.
What I listen to. What I play and how I feel now I can play it. All thanks to him.
And a bit me. But mainly him.
Thanks for that Steve.
I thought you discovered him and Christ.
..so your life changed because of Christ =)
Sorry.
Good input. I burned a lot of hours concentrating on speed; the faster the better was my mantra. Then somewhere along my path I realized that it's not always the notes I play but the ones I don't that have the most impact.
Rock on.
MK
David Jackson I bet you're super serious...like really.
Thats awesome
This short talk by Steve is so important, and he said it very well. There is a great book called “Peak” by Anders Ericsson that is a fascinating research study of how the top people in any field got there, and it focuses on deliberate practice. It makes several of the points Steve mentions here.
he is like some ancient guitar sage, the content of his wisdom may not sound odd at first, but keeps secrets of greatness. His honesty is beautiful and very wise
So inspiring Steve.
Thanks for the encouraging words.
I feel like there's hope for me. 🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸
There’s not
There is always hope to everyone just avoid falling into a trap of becoming someone other. Yes, learn from all players and bands but design your style which suits you. Good wishes from India!
Yep..makes sense what he saying...having the right attitude and being in the right state of mind
There's hope for me too, Ilia. Lots of us female guitarists out there, believe me!! Steve Vai is right on the money about this stuff.
These are the kind of excuses You expect from someone who's lost a guitar duel with the Karate Kid 🤓
Alastair Cauchie best comment on RUclips!
LOL really cool thing to say...........................
"How 'bout cuttin' heads?"
Jack Butler gonna like you.....
Awesome
One of the most beautiful lessons I've heard... This... this actually gives a soul some light... you know... some hope. I've been playing guitar for over 40 years... and... I'm still trying to find myself... finding me... Thanks Steve Vai... your words are truly wonderful.
I think this can be applied to so many things in life, wise words
“Passion eliminates time”, wow.
Anyone still find this inspiring in 2018? I know I do!
This is amazing AF. This is is something that everyone (non-guitar players included) need to hear.
its amazing that people like vai, eric johnson, wyngie, michealagelo batio are still teaching guitar today. its a slowely dying art. its sad, but the people who appreciate these guys are my friends. i love these artists and love how they keep at it :)
Yes👌
Yup!
Yes !!!
"Passion eliminates Time. Passion puts you in a timeless dimension of now." - Steve Vai
That and Ten thousand hours!
Steve Vai for President
The voice of knowledge and inspiration a living leyend of Rock and Roll, God bless you Mr Steve Vai you rule man!
I could listen to Vai explaining stuff literally for weeks on end.
Is it dumb that listening to him speak literally brings tears into my eyes?
been sitting here watching a variety of guitar vids for the past couple of hours and what steve said is very cool in that what you learn should serve your needs according to what you want to be able to say on the instrument... as fascinating as it can be to watch a zillion vids on sweep picking and such i keep thinking what i would like to say when i'm playing and it's not those sounds at all... speed playing is getting to be so passé and so-whatish to me... it's like kenny g where he has to ruin every fucking song by going into show off, speed mode... it's just not listenable... it's music for musicians at that point and as i get older i personally find that shit more dimissable than say the songs of the crooners back in the day as an example... it just all sounds too similar and, dare i say it, disposable to me... i'm way more intrigued by the playing and techniques of frank zappa for example because it's just not like anyone else... i like steve's vids because he's more interested in talking about the more organic elements of playing and truly expressing yourself, not just copying what every other speed freak is doing...
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And then there's those people who just wanna "rock hard" and don't get any of what he is saying lol :) Not me but just a thought.
So weird to have listened to Passion and Warfare as a teen in the early 90's and think of Steve as some esoteric alien guitar guru and see him in 2019 and just think "he seems like such a good guy"
Always remember - even the greatest of the great are still just people... never be discouraged by the distance to reach your own dreams. Do the Work.
Great insight from a true master.
yea but why ruin his music career by making him President...vote Trump
+ruthietreselan WTF Trump?? are you racist?
After Obama's bullshit.....A hell of a lot of people are a tad bit "racist".......
It’s very hard to to do your own thing when you are surrounded by so many good players. I copped a million songs and styles over 40 years. In the beginning, it’s a lot of fun to copy, work your ear skills, learn the tricks, but after reaching a point where I could copy any solo or song, and routinely learned Eric Johnson and Al DiMeola songs note for note, I got bored and started not only ignoring everyone I liked, but consciously avoided playing like them. Also, playing in front of live audiences teaches you very quickly that no one gives a shit about fast guitar solos or technique. You need to connect with non guitar players. My most popular youtube viral video is full of mistakes. I almost didn’t put it up because I could hear the mistakes and I thought everyone else would as well. Turns out, it connected in spite of the mistakes and likely even because of them. That was a revelation. Nothing is as boring as perfect playing. The biggest progress to my own style, and I guarantee you no one sounds like me, is to drop the pick, use the fingers and thumb, play less, slow the speed, stop caring about mistakes, increase improv risks, and stop alternate picking entirely. Nothing improves tone and expression more than dropping the pick. To me, so many players sound the same and that is because they can’t get away from Van Halen, Vai, Satriani, Malmsteen, etc.
After watching this I feel like I love this man. What a great guy!!!!! I'm really moved, you don't see people speaking like this very often.
Never really ‘got’ Vai’s music when I was younger. Yes, I appreciated his awesome skills, but it never hit me. However, a few years ago it got me BIG TIME. I just wasn’t ready for it!!! That’s what I think he’s talking about here; you get out what you put in!!! Cheers Steve!!!
The "Tender Surrender" move @11:16.
Faraz Abbas 😂😂😂😂
I was so confused and I just started cracking up
It is so amazing, just love to listen to!! You are the man Steve, all you said is very true. Thank you so much for sharing.
what a great man...
I love how Steve gets behind what is happening. Very calming, I find . Thanks Steve, for your wisdom. ✌️
I freaking love this guy. He was and still is one of my biggest inspiration!
"Preparing your vessel" -- Amazed by this amazing expression.
Almost 12 minutes of video of world class songwriter and guitarist Steve Vai and not a single note on the guitar is played. AWESOME!! Steve is such a guitar guru and can inspire you to play just by giving you his insights on music and the instrument. Some guys like Paul Gilbert are incredible teachers and can break down scales and songs that make it seem achievable. I love that as well. But Steve can teach you just as much about playing without even striking a single note. That is awesome!
What a humble down to earth guy. I'm not even super into his style but he's incredibly good and so worldly. Lots to learn from.
i love this guy
Say technique one more time. I dare you, I double dare you. -Jules
Humble genius....
He was a slow learner....and became a rock guitar legend. 🙏🎸❤❤❤
To go deeper is to take the technique and use it to create the passionate sound your mind conjures up while playing the instrument. He is talking about inspired creativity. For example, the two hand tapping technique inspired Eddie Van Halen to create the "Eruption". This is why I love Steve Vai. Don't just learn the technique. Deploy it creatively. Technique is a tool. A means to an end.
When you ever feel useless, think about his guitar in this guitar lesson.
idk about steve but I feel so much more secure and safe with a guitar on my lap. Maybe its more for him than us.
Yes, this is a spiritual lesson than a technical one, I agree.
He is a Jesus man
@@BHAKTIBROPHY - Relax. He's being sarcastic.
Not about guitar. More about mindset.
This is fantastic! Keep the
Passion and enjoyment Steve! 🎶🥁😎David Curtis
he's right.. Thanks again and again and again Papa Steve:)
Thank you for this lesson on life..not just guitar..
image of purerity
love you Steve! your truly an inspiration to me. Thank you so much for sharing your music/life experience
If you take away his guitar in this video, it's a TEDtalk.
Wooow Steve. You just teach one of the greatest lessons in music without playing a single note. My total respect
He's so so brilliant in so many ways WOW! This is a LIFE lesson and motivational message to the MAX! Thanks Mr Vai!
Amazing & Intelligent!!
Wow! I tuned in to get some tips on guitar playing from a master and came out empowered for life! For free! 😀
Now this may or may not add to this but, this has resonated with me personally...
I’ve played guitar for years but have never learned scales properly... nor any technique to speak of... I’ve just played and enjoyed it, and above all have been able to express myself through the little I can do. Now later I life I’m trying to learn more on the technical side to open up what I can do. I’ve got the feel, I’ve got the musicality, I’ve gone “deeper” but I need the technique to really make it good...
His fingers are so long....
Why did I have to be stuck with these stubs
Jake Myers Didn't seem to set back Joe Pass at all.
Jake Myers I know what you mean, despite the aholes who must attack everyone. Obviously, you can stl be good and enjoy music, but it's a bit like height and basketball, it sure helps to have the ideal physical proportions, but three are always exceptions to every rule.
Michael Romeo has stubs but he can shred. Your argument is invalid
You're right. He can grab a basketball.
It’s the determination not long fingers
Very inspiring! Appreciate this very humble and honest advice from Mr. Vai!
Near to the end of the video:
That’s the difference right there between joe satriani and steve vai
Between a teacher who was mechanically superb and student who took to a deeper level.
As steve said, both are respected equally!
It’s you who choose
That's because Steve came to my country India to find some solace, Satrianni never cared about us, Megadeth visited India post age 50. Ridiculous ideas by marketing teams of each one!
Steve I love your soul and how you continually inspire us players.
he is spreading wisdom he is throwing it at us
Nothing like a Zen Master class on RUclips, for free. " Open yourself up to your own instincts ". S.V.
I don't even play guitar and this is totally relevant to what I do
I was disappointed that he never mentioned anything about technique
"the intoxication of the fragrance.." I love that!
Thanks for the inspiration. I'm 28 and just picked up a guitar, your line " Rejoice in every accomplishment", has brought me joys even in my failures.
I’m pleasantly surprised at the wisdom he’s expressing here.
Pay attention!
what i like about vai is that he never appears intoxicated. so much for drugs and r&r
This was garbage I don’t wanna hear Guru Steve I wanna play guitar
A teacher once explained practice and passion and finally accomplishing seemingly impossible things to me in this way.
Imagine you want to build a full-size replica of a battleship. . . made out of matchsticks. . .
When you first imagine the task, it's daunting or more probably - overwhelming. . You are reluctant to start.
Instead of deciding to build a battleship. . how about. . You decide to build a full-size replica of a chair on a battleship - made out of matchsticks. . Not such a scary idea is it?
You do it. . you make mistakes along the way, you learn tricks and techniques as you do the project.. . Then. . having completed that task, you set yourself another, slightly more ambitious project. . perhaps a full-size replica of a bathroom on a battleship - made out of matchsticks. . After several of these smaller projects and after a while, you're getting pretty good at this and many of the things that earlier on were a problem for you are no longer difficult.
You find yourself thinking of ways to improve how you do things. . . Ways of making the finished product look even better or working better. . ways of overcoming future problems that you haven't even started to work on - yet. . Alternatives to methods you have used before. . Methods used by other enthusiasts.
Then. . .One day. . . you have a full-size replica of a battleship, made out of matchsticks. . . Everyone MARVELS at your achievement. . But you know that it was accomplished by simple step-by-step processes. . Lots of application to the 'little' task at hand (You're not 'building a battleship'. . . you're just 'making a chair') along with concentration and thinking about "What is the next logical step in this overall process?". . Not "what I will be doing 14 years from now", but "What I will be doing tomorrow - and next week and what would be a good follow-on thing to be doing next month"
Mastering playing an instrument might be accomplished by that kind of method and it seems to me that is what Steve is getting at in this clip. .
I love how Vai never really gives guitar lessons :D
His talking is remarkable. No script, no cuts and editing, yet almost printable sentences with substantial content. Due to the force of Vai's charisma you simply got to keep listening.
25 Birtney Spears fans.
Puff Daddy fans.
I feel way better about my struggles developing my technique when I hear such an accomplished guitarist say that it never came easy for him, that it was a lot of work, that he was a slow learner. I never would have guessed that; It makes me feel that, well, I have to get back to work!
Some of the best advice I have heard for players
Less than a minute in and he's already dropped a massive pearl of wisdom. I love how Steve really thinks everything through and covers all the bases.. Really a very fantastic lesson here applicable to all guitarists.