Thank you! ‘Watching and Waiting’ is one of my most favorites too. I first heard the music of the Moody Blues while a USArmy soldier in Vietnam 1971-72 (I know, most people when hearing this don’t understand - I survived rocket and mortar attacks, firefights, and a CH-47 crash). Their music has been a mainstay in my life ever since. And I thank the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY for it all.
@@nbanolfkid I was 4 months in TuyHoa, 4 weeks in DaNang, 3 months in NhaTrang. I play many of the Moody songs too. My latest guitar is a Taylor 112ce. Your teaching style is excellent. Note: I’ve seen videos of Dustin Hayward where played ‘Watching and Waiting’ using two different chord progressions. But sounding the same, basically.
Thanks for your reply. Very interesting. I was in Vietnam for 15 months in 1970-1971. I mainly play a Martin guitar today but the guitar used in my video is probably a plywood top old Alverez. I gave that guitar to the local Salvation Army. @@wlodell
Don, I am watching this again because it is the best rendition I have ever heard ! One of my favorites also. Thank you for your service Don. There are millions of people who appreciate your service, but do not say anything.
I was 11 in 1969 when I first heard never comes the day by the MBs on a threshold of a dream album. I have been a big fan and have seen them numerous times. All there music brings me back to a very good place in my life. Some sad most happy. Thank you for your service! and the lesson of watching and waiting!
@@nbanolfkid great lesson by the way thankyou!! one of my other songs by them is... isn't life strange! If you get a chance check out the band, Barclay James Harvest. They are from Britain and were popular in the 70s. Just FYI People thought they were the MBs at first. One of there songs is called a poor mans moody blues easy to play my favorite by them is called..The Streets of San Francisco. Check them out sometime,I think you would like them as well!
Saw them at " Anaheim convention center " in 1970 , that is my favorite song ! USAF in 1971 Pease N.H. then W. Germany . still my favorite song , Started playing guitar in 2005 to learn George Harrison's MSL , and Watch Tower , You are an inspiration and you made it easy to learn ! Thank You .............Rick Daly N. Cal
Thank you for your service my friend! It has always been one of my favorites Ever! Such a beautiful tune with painfully honest lyrics! Blessings to you!
Thank you for your kind words Bob. That second F chord in the chorus (and gather all you want to there's no one her to stop you now) is probably actually a Dm7. I love the song too and it comforted me there as I sang it to myself.
After “there’s no one here to stop you trying “ there is that small interlude. The chords are Cminor (third fret up with your thumb covering the top two strings (E & A) then same chord but lift thumb off E&A only and play open then to a D. Play Cmajor again with thumb then to G then to C. Really adds to the song!
Thank you Don. I really like your simple and pragmatic instructions. I've been working on this song, and viewing this really helped a lot. I've subscribed.
Thank you, you're welcome. Glad you like it. that F chord on the chorus only should really be a D minor 7th as was pointed out by a viewer (thank you).
You was singing this Tune to yourself while walking a beat in Vietnam? God Bless You... It was "Watching & Waiting" that drew me to The Moody Blues... I've been a Moody Blue Fan since...
That’s too poignant a story, singing this sad ballad while alone on watch in a faraway land. This a great song that I’m just getting reacquainted with, you’ve got a great voice btw. Thanks for the great lesson!
I agree. But first, when I pulled up this video at first glance I thought you were Mike Ditka on another business surge. But, not so. TMB have so many songs, and such a linegage to select from, that nailing down one is hard. However, if you stick to what actually attracted you to their music, this song best represents that feeling. I remember this one, going way back to the 60s, and how unique it was. Message music was big then, with songs about the war in Vietnam, rotten corporations and much more. TMB weren't like that. And, I think, we part of a wave of non-secular passive sounds away from the almost 'required' message stuff. TMB in the early days were sort of an extension of the American country/bluegrass hootenanny sound. Lot's of guitars and long verbal passages about love, life, the earth , children the future and what it all means. And so on. Hayward got beat up pretty big time in the early days by the critics in England and Europe. Most thought his music was at best strange. Others, to them it was part of a move to turn British music into 'a bunch of poofs' and not in the hard edge core sounds the Stones and others played. TMBs were at first a 'girls band'. Chicks loved them. Especially the cosmic earth friendly ones. I still think many US males found the TMBs by having been forced to listen to them by their girlfriends. But, that awareness led to many of them becoming fans over the years. However, the band did some truly bad MTV vids which should have been banned and the director arrested. Hayward continues to perform today but I think TMBs are not around. If not then at least he's still out there. He's one of the best writers, and performers in the mold of his music, there is today. More luck to him. As if he needs it.
Monte & The Machine: I finally got around to playing it with the Dm7th. You are right. The F in the chorus is probably a Dm7th. It makes the chorus easier to play too. Thanks.
Thank you! ‘Watching and Waiting’ is one of my most favorites too. I first heard the music of the Moody Blues while a USArmy soldier in Vietnam 1971-72 (I know, most people when hearing this don’t understand - I survived rocket and mortar attacks, firefights, and a CH-47 crash). Their music has been a mainstay in my life ever since. And I thank the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY for it all.
Yeah, I love the music of the Moody Blues also. I think we were in Vietnam at the same time (Chu Lai). I thank God we both got out of Vietnam alive.
@@nbanolfkid I was 4 months in TuyHoa, 4 weeks in DaNang, 3 months in NhaTrang. I play many of the Moody songs too. My latest guitar is a Taylor 112ce. Your teaching style is excellent. Note: I’ve seen videos of Dustin Hayward where played ‘Watching and Waiting’ using two different chord progressions. But sounding the same, basically.
Thanks for your reply. Very interesting. I was in Vietnam for 15 months in 1970-1971. I mainly play a Martin guitar today but the guitar used in my video is probably a plywood top old Alverez. I gave that guitar to the local Salvation Army. @@wlodell
Thank you for your service. You are special. Thank you.
Thumbs up on a classic tune.
Thank you young man. Dropped acid listening to MB back in the day. Went on some incredible trips. Stay safe
Thank you Larry. Those were the days!
Great lesson. Thank you!!
Thank you for the feedback.
Wow . Thank you for your service...what a song to sing ♡
Fellow Viet Nam Vet here (69-70) and hugh MB fan !~ Good job - I see someone posted about the Dm7 so good deal!
Hey Roger, thanks for your comments and service!
Thank you for that beautiful lesson. AND Thank you for your service to our country.
Thank you for your kind words David.
This is the most sympethatic guitar lesson ever. Thank you, just loved it. It is also an alltime favorite of mine. Thanks.
Thank you for the feedback Johan.
Don, I am watching this again because it is the best rendition I have ever heard ! One of my favorites also. Thank you for your service Don. There are millions of people who appreciate your service, but do not say anything.
Thank you. I appreciate it.
Sr: I respect to you interpretation & information about your experience a song. I grow up that my edge thanks this morning from Los Angeles California
Thank you Jorge.
I was 11 in 1969 when I first heard never comes the day by the MBs on a threshold of a dream album. I have been a big fan and have seen them numerous times. All there music brings me back to a very good place in my life. Some sad most happy. Thank you for your service! and the lesson of watching and waiting!
Guess we both love the Moody Blues.
@@nbanolfkid great lesson by the way thankyou!! one of my other songs by them is... isn't life strange!
If you get a chance check out the band, Barclay James Harvest. They are from Britain and were popular in the 70s. Just FYI
People thought they were the MBs at first. One of there songs is called a poor mans moody blues easy to play my favorite by them is called..The Streets of San Francisco. Check them out sometime,I think you would like them as well!
Thanks Bill, I'll have to check it out.
Saw them at " Anaheim convention center " in 1970 , that is my favorite song ! USAF in 1971 Pease N.H. then W. Germany . still my favorite song , Started playing guitar in 2005 to learn George Harrison's MSL , and Watch Tower , You are an inspiration and you made it easy to learn ! Thank You .............Rick Daly N. Cal
Thank you Rick for your kind comments. Moody Blues forever.
You got this . Thanks for posting , how helpful. One of my favorite moodies songs. 😊
Thanks for the feedback.
Congratulations!! you have great teaching and diction capacity.
Moody Blues forever!!!
I admire your lessons simplisity.Its so understandable.Thanks!
Thanks for your kind comments.
Thank you for the great lesson. Watched a few and liked yours the best. Great props too,😊 Thanks for your service
Thank you for your kind comments Rena.
Thanks for the lesson. Moody Blues one of my favorite bands. Their music is forever woven into the tapestry of my life.
Thank you K. They are a great band.
Fantastic ! One of my favorite songs come to life ! Thank you for your service and dedication to our great country !
Thank you for your kind words Don.
love it I like your approach to teaching a song and thanks for your service.
Thank you Raymond for your kind comments.
Thank you Raymond. I appreciate comments like your comment.
Really good! Love your story that went with it! Cheers!
Thank you.
Don, I forgot to tell you yesterday that your voice is hauntingly beautiful, like Haywards. You are right there with him. Keep playing !!
Thanks for the lesson. This has also been my favorite Moody Blues song for many a long year. Now I can play it.
You're welcome Scott.
Thank you for your service my friend! It has always been one of my favorites Ever! Such a beautiful tune with painfully honest lyrics! Blessings to you!
Thank you for your kind words Bob. That second F chord in the chorus (and gather all you want to there's no one her to stop you now) is probably actually a Dm7. I love the song too and it comforted me there as I sang it to myself.
great story
I really like this song also Don thank you for all your efforts. Very grateful.
Such a sad song my favourite also thanks you sir for sharing this and your story of how it’s important to you. Great voice
Good job, Don. Sounds great and you've really simplified it too.
+Guitar Keyboards Thank you. I appreciate the feedback.
thank you for your service to our country Don and thanks for doing this. I love the cue cards. Good stuff
+Joe Tumolo Thank you Joe for your kind comments.
thank you that was easy to pick up.
Thank you Ian.
Thanks. Nice
Thank you for your kind comment
After “there’s no one here to stop you trying “ there is that small interlude. The chords are Cminor (third fret up with your thumb covering the top two strings (E & A) then same chord but lift thumb off E&A only and play open then to a D. Play Cmajor again with thumb then to G then to C. Really adds to the song!
I'll give it a try when I get time. Thanks.
Thank you Don. I really like your simple and pragmatic instructions. I've been working on this song, and viewing this really helped a lot. I've subscribed.
Thank you, you're welcome. Glad you like it. that F chord on the chorus only should really be a D minor 7th as was pointed out by a viewer (thank you).
Seen them live, but how could you pick just one favorite song? There are sooooooooooo many!
You was singing this Tune to yourself while walking a beat in Vietnam? God Bless You... It was "Watching & Waiting" that drew me to The Moody Blues... I've been a Moody Blue Fan since...
Thank you Barney. I have seen them 4 times at least.
Thanks I was able get this quick
That's great. I really love the song.
That’s too poignant a story, singing this sad ballad while alone on watch in a faraway land. This a great song that I’m just getting reacquainted with, you’ve got a great voice btw. Thanks for the great lesson!
Thank you Victor for your kind comments.
sehr gut!
Hey, thanks for the feedback. I appreciate it.
Thank you. I appreciate feedback.
Well done.
Thank you.
This is great, thank you :)
FYI - "There's no one here to stop you trying" -(not "tonight")
Thank you for your kind words. Yes, it is "trying"
hmmm. you may well be correct, not sure.
"There's no one here to stopping you from trying" is correct.
@@timothywilson1609 yes, thank you.
The actual verse is" Look, there's no one else to stop you, the things you've always been denied."
you may be right. Not sure.
@deviner05 Thanks for your kind comments.
I agree. But first, when I pulled up this video at first glance I thought you were Mike Ditka on another business surge. But, not so.
TMB have so many songs, and such a linegage to select from, that nailing down one is hard. However, if you stick to what actually attracted you to their music, this song best represents that feeling. I remember this one, going way back to the 60s, and how unique it was. Message music was big then, with songs about the war in Vietnam, rotten corporations and much more. TMB weren't like that. And, I think, we part of a wave of non-secular passive sounds away from the almost 'required' message stuff. TMB in the early days were sort of an extension of the American country/bluegrass hootenanny sound. Lot's of guitars and long verbal passages about love, life, the earth , children the future and what it all means. And so on.
Hayward got beat up pretty big time in the early days by the critics in England and Europe. Most thought his music was at best strange. Others, to them it was part of a move to turn British music into 'a bunch of poofs' and not in the hard edge core sounds the Stones and others played. TMBs were at first a 'girls band'. Chicks loved them. Especially the cosmic earth friendly ones. I still think many US males found the TMBs by having been forced to listen to them by their girlfriends. But, that awareness led to many of them becoming fans over the years. However, the band did some truly bad MTV vids which should have been banned and the director arrested. Hayward continues to perform today but I think TMBs are not around. If not then at least he's still out there. He's one of the best writers, and performers in the mold of his music, there is today. More luck to him. As if he needs it.
Interesting observations. Thank you. But all my male friends loved TMB. We did not know what girls listened to as we were usually girlfriendless! :-)
One person can't play guitar, why else would they dislike?
Thank you Beija.
You're sure welcome.
OBTW, that F chord on the chorus only should really be a D minor 7th as was pointed out by a viewer (thank you).
Thank you Don.
Don, I believe the second chord in the chorus is actually Dm7. Nice job.
Monte & The Machine: I finally got around to playing it with the Dm7th. You are right. The F in the chorus is probably a Dm7th. It makes the chorus easier to play too. Thanks.
what is the tuning ? Its not standard tuning ? is it ?
It is a standard tuning. But the F I play in the chorus should really be a Dm7th chord.
wrong meter
So let's hear your version.