I have been trying to play this instrument for 50 years and the minute you hit the first chord I knew I could never be as good a player as you. So I just closed my eyes and listened to your beautiful voice, thank you.
What a great guitar lesson! You instructions are clear, concise and your video captures your right and left finger articulations very nicely. Thanks very much!
WOW! ❤ BEAUTIFUL! Gave me goosebumps just listening to you !47 yrs playing, just started learning songs I've enjoyed and listened to for decades. This is one. You did it great justice.
Great job on an amazing song. GL has that ability to tap into something in his music that is universal to us all. You can't explain it but explanations really aren't necessary. It's all there, in the music. Thanks ✌️
Really, a very nicely done version that pays homage` to a wonderful songwriter. Gordon's song always gave me goosebumps as well every time I listen to it....
Just beautiful, Debbie! Learned John barleycorn last year and hope to contact you for lessons! I'd love to learn your version of California Dreaming! Keep putting out videos, please! Oh, I'm 70 and been at it again for 3 years, after a 40 year hiatus! 🎶💕
Hi Kathleen! Thank you for your very uplifting comment! Great job learning John Barleycorn. I'd be very happy to help you out with lessons. Definitely contact me when you're ready! 😃
I also must say, I've been looking for someone teaching exactly this. A good, solo version of this song. I found a lot with two guitar parts, etc. But this, this is what I needed. Gonna be checking out more videos for sure.
Thanks for the lesson Gordon Lightfoot was a great musician. I think the lyrics that gets to me in the song is the line the feelings that you lack. That is one of the things that makes the song understandable. I do not know what he was going through at the time but I think some people can relate to it.
You hit the nail on the head for me as well Daniel. Every time I sing that line I get goosebumps. He had deep insight and was an extremely talented lyricist who could articulate clearly his thoughts and emotions. Thank you for your comment ❤️
When i was 14, my Mom had a surprise for me on a Friday night.. She's taking me to a Gordon Lightfoot concert. I never heard of him, i thought Blink 182 was the best band in the world. I would never let Mom know, but I was bored. I get it, the ship sunk; Next Song! But then he picked up a 12 string, and played this song with his bass player. It changed my DNA.. Mom looked over at me and said 'told ya'. I had tears running down my ridiculous looking half a mustached face, thinking to myself; wtf was that? It reminds me of my favourite comedians. There doesn't always have to be a punch line
Beautifully performed and taught. Thanks for the instruction. For a long time I had difficulty with the instrumental part in the middle but no more. God Bless.
I loved her right away …y the song my acquaintance always sang in the early eighties…he was much older then in the Philippines…then I met my Japanese attorney friend when I got here in CA…3 years ago…I told him i am not very familiar with the song even then y I started learning y still…y Gordon passed…I was playing y Pussywillows car tails then but didn’t know who sang it…some Kenny Rankin? So…still don’t know Gordon until I memorized the song In the early morning rain…😢
Great work. I'm pretty certain that this is how Lightfoot played it (you're the only RUclipsr I've seen that gets it right). And thanks for transcribing the instrumental section - lovely.
Thank you. This cover is a beautifully done. Best I've heard I believe. Could you do a cover and lesson for Love Me by Collen Raye? Thanks again. Love your voice and playing.
Yes, saving my pennies to someday get one (I also enter the drawing to win one every week but...). Curious to hear your opinion of the Zager easy-play. Thank you for the note, keep up the great content!@@DebbieBarrette
Inspiring performance. And I see you're playing a Zager. It sounds good. I'm certainly a Gordon Lightfoot fan, and am glad to see such a recent video of this song.
Thank you so much for sharing this lesson. I’ve perfected it in 2 days. One of the best songs ever written. thank you. Looking forward for you to feature “Beautiful” also by Gordy. thank you!
May he rest in peace I was very saddened to hear about his passing. In fact, a coworker of mine told me about it and then later on, I heard about it. If you’ve ever played a 12 string guitar, he’s played one on several of his songs to including sundown and the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. You should do another performance of one of his songs as a tribute to him.
@@bprife Thanks for your reply, Billy. We are lucky enough to have had him around for so long. He kept performing even until the end. I've played a 12 string many times but never wanted to own one. I'll think about another of his songs to do. This one was definitely meant as a tribute.
Hello. Great video. another song by Gordon Lightfoot that I would like to learn but can't find videos for is: The Pony Man. Its not so well known but it is a great song. Thanks
I've always loved this song. And wanted to learn to play it. You played it very well and you sing it very well too. I also love rainy day people also from Gordon Lightfoot. Do you have a tutorial for that song too
i was about to write you a letter that I could not find my capo. I looked everywhere and it suddenly appeared and so... i will try to play this song. with your instruction. thank you.
You technically insanely talented makes me want to play n get better listening to you sing n play.. Do you have a lesson for The Song (IF) by David Gates the intro it's something I need to figure out ?
Thanks Dominic. I don’t have a lesson for that song but I’ll add it to my list. You’re always welcome to contact me directly for private lessons online. I’d be happy to help you!
Contact me for Private Lessons at dlbarrette@gmail.com
The song w/ ur beautyfull voice , God I fill rock just like a baby. Thank you. God bless
I have been trying to play this instrument for 50 years and the minute you hit the first chord I knew I could never be as good a player as you. So I just closed my eyes and listened to your beautiful voice, thank you.
Thank you for your kind words, Andrew ☺️ It is a pleasure to put these videos out for my students and for anyone who else who wants to learn.
You voice......is just enchanting 😢❤ lovely!.
I might be able to play it but that voice!!!!!!! Wow!!! Love this!!
Thank you so much for your comment, Dwayne! ☺️
You know that feeling when you’re reveling in the music? I feel that listening to this.
@@rahinc I know what you mean. Thank you that’s a great compliment 😊
Beautiful rendition..
Thank you Mark 😊
One of the, if not THE, best covers of this song. Gear emotion and a beautiful voice.
And thank you for your beautiful comment ☺️
Every time I listen to you, brings tears to my eyes, I walked away and I just can't get it back.
What a great guitar lesson! You instructions are clear, concise and your video captures your right and left finger articulations very nicely. Thanks very much!
@@nextphase7481 I appreciate your comment! Thank you and I’m very happy you find it helpful! 😄
WOW! ❤ BEAUTIFUL! Gave me goosebumps just listening to you !47 yrs playing, just started learning songs I've enjoyed and listened to for decades. This is one. You did it great justice.
@@Wavedancer228 thank you Carl! ☺️
@@DebbieBarrette No, Thank you Debbie ! That's Beautiful 😍🎵🎵
Brilliant lesson. Other tutorials miss what you did right. They don’t let us hear in the beginning, the song as you’ll be teaching it.
@@WillieBeard thanks Willie! It definitely takes more effort so I’m happy you appreciate it! 😊
Lovely rendition.
Thank you Marvin!
Great! I finally find my lesson! Thank u!!❤
Great to hear! Thank you for the comment ☺️
Perfect rendition of lovely song
Beautiful Job Debbie. Thank you for showing us the way ;)
Very well done. I also am admiring that Zager acoustic. Pretty stuff all around.
Hands down the best tutorial on this song, thank-you very much, this has made things so clear to me in how to play this classic
Thank you Karl! I’m so happy it helped you! ☺️
very beautiful rendition of this wonderful tune by Gordon Lightfoot !! 👍
Looked at a few lessons for this song, yours is definitely the BEST!
@@jeffreyconlon3442 thank you Jeffrey! I’m happy to hear that 😄
WOW ! I've wanted to learn this beautiful song for ages. Thanks Debbie you are a wonderful performer and teacher.
Thank you for the kind words, David. I’m happy I can help you learn it.
Great job on an amazing song. GL has that ability to tap into something in his music that is universal to us all. You can't explain it but explanations really aren't necessary. It's all there, in the music. Thanks ✌️
Wow, this performance is just beautiful! Love the singing and playing. Great instruction too. Thank you for bringing beauty to the world.
Thank you for your kind words, Jeremy! 😊
You have a beautiful singing voice and you did Gordon’s guitar part justice. Fantastic performance
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Thank you Gregory! I appreciate your comment 😊
What a beautiful voice 👏
Beautiful! 🥰
I love your singing voice and your calm, methodical teaching - thank you 🙏
Thank you for your comment Susanne. You are most welcome!
Beautiful performance
Thank you Jennifer 😊
First: GOOSEBOMBS then:TEARS and with the interlude came the SHIVER 😂 lovely❤
@@andreasscheermann-pc2qv best comment ever! Thank you Andreas! ☺️
Wow! Great job. I think I could almost hear the string section in the background.
@@KT-ho3ps thanks for your awesome comment KT! 😄
So beautiful. Thank you!!! Made my day.
Nice job Debbie. I appreciate your teachings ;)
Thank you William! 😊
beautiful!
Thank you Jed! 😄
Thanks for this Debbie, this is a beautiful arrangement, I can "almost" play it through! (you make it look so easy)
Thanks Richard! I appreciate your comment! Keep up the great work! 😄
Lovely Rendition!
Thank you! ☺️
Debbie, Debbie, Debbie Wow! I'm sobbing my heart out here, so much passion totally authentic. Thank you.
Thank you so much Michael! I really appreciate your support! And an extra special thank you for becoming a Patreon patron ☺️❤️
That was beautifully played, Debbie. One of my favorites.
Thank you Jack! ☺️ It’s a beautiful song, isn’t it?
Really, a very nicely done version that pays homage` to a wonderful songwriter. Gordon's song always gave me goosebumps as well every time I listen to it....
Thanks you so much ☺️
Just beautiful, Debbie! Learned John barleycorn last year and hope to contact you for lessons! I'd love to learn your version of California Dreaming! Keep putting out videos, please! Oh, I'm 70 and been at it again for 3 years, after a 40 year hiatus! 🎶💕
Hi Kathleen! Thank you for your very uplifting comment! Great job learning John Barleycorn. I'd be very happy to help you out with lessons. Definitely contact me when you're ready! 😃
I also must say, I've been looking for someone teaching exactly this. A good, solo version of this song. I found a lot with two guitar parts, etc. But this, this is what I needed. Gonna be checking out more videos for sure.
I’m happy to hear that John! Thanks for your comment and continued support! 😄
Thanks for the lesson Gordon Lightfoot was a great musician. I think the lyrics that gets to me in the song is the line the feelings that you lack. That is one of the things that makes the song understandable. I do not know what he was going through at the time but I think some people can relate to it.
You hit the nail on the head for me as well Daniel. Every time I sing that line I get goosebumps. He had deep insight and was an extremely talented lyricist who could articulate clearly his thoughts and emotions. Thank you for your comment ❤️
Great lesson 👍🏻 subscribed. I believe the song is about his divorce . R.i.p legend
Excellent rendition and instruction. Thanks.
Thank you Bob! 😊
Really good lesson for this poignant song, and your voice is just wonderful!
Thank you Donald!
You’re are a great teacher, and very talented. Thank you
Thank you, Harry! 😊
Most excellent!
Enchanting performance of this song!
Thank you for your comment! I really appreciate it! ☺️
Wow your such a awesome teacher keep it up incredible 👏 one of my favorites artists songs ever 😮
Thank you Dominic! I appreciate your comment 😊
You sing very good n from heart❤❤❤
That’s impressive to be able to sing and do that particular fingerpicking. I have can do one or the other but not both.
Thank you. It just takes practice. Keep working on it and you can do it too!
Wow! What a great performance, thank you for this!
Thank you! I appreciate your kind comment ☺️
Love it!! ❤ Great cover and thankyou for sharing your talent 🙏
@@williamedison470 thank you William! ☺️
When i was 14, my Mom had a surprise for me on a Friday night.. She's taking me to a Gordon Lightfoot concert.
I never heard of him, i thought Blink 182 was the best band in the world.
I would never let Mom know, but I was bored.
I get it, the ship sunk; Next Song!
But then he picked up a 12 string, and played this song with his bass player.
It changed my DNA.. Mom looked over at me and said 'told ya'.
I had tears running down my ridiculous looking half a mustached face, thinking to myself; wtf was that?
It reminds me of my favourite comedians.
There doesn't always have to be a punch line
Thank you for sharing your story!
Wow. Great performance of a wonderful song.
Thank you for saying so Alan! ☺️
What a beautiful rendition. Thank you, Debbie!
Thank you! ☺️
2 thumbs way up!!!! Great cover, of this great song!!!!!
Thank you Dennis! ☺️
Beautifully performed and taught. Thanks for the instruction. For a long time I had difficulty with the instrumental part in the middle but no more. God Bless.
Wow Michael! I’m so happy to hear that I helped you get the instrumental down. That’s very encouraging to hear. Thanks for sharing that 😄
A well executed song loved all of your work.
Thank you Bob! ☺️
Great lesson Debbie! Thank you!🤙🏽😁
You’re welcome! ☺️
I loved her right away …y the song my acquaintance always sang in the early eighties…he was much older then in the Philippines…then I met my Japanese attorney friend when I got here in CA…3 years ago…I told him i am not very familiar with the song even then y I started learning y still…y Gordon passed…I was playing y Pussywillows car tails then but didn’t know who sang it…some Kenny Rankin? So…still don’t know Gordon until I memorized the song In the early morning rain…😢
Awesome cover, love your passion. I can feel this through your performance. Bravo. I learned it too, yus bowt time haa
@@mojohansen8933 thank you Mojo! Well done learning it! 😄
Wow ,great job singing,wonderful job on the guitar,I could just listen to you for hrs.,you are awesome.
Thank you so much!
You are very welcome
Beautiful Debbie, simply lovely..well done 👏
Thank you David! Happy you enjoyed it!
Bellisima interpretacion, preciosa voz. Me encanta
Muchas gracias, Cesar! ☺️
Great work. I'm pretty certain that this is how Lightfoot played it (you're the only RUclipsr I've seen that gets it right). And thanks for transcribing the instrumental section - lovely.
Thank you Sean! I really appreciate it!
Hi, that was lovely. Ot gave me goose bumps too.
Thank you Mike 😊
Thank you. This cover is a beautifully done. Best I've heard I believe. Could you do a cover and lesson for Love Me by Collen Raye? Thanks again. Love your voice and playing.
Thank you Frank! I appreciate your comment and song suggestion 😊
Love the way you do this song. Your singing and guitar playing is beautiful.
Thank you! ☺️ I appreciate your comment!
Really great cover of one of my all time favorites! (Plus you're playing one of Denny's finest!). Thank you, love your voice/guitar.
You know Zager guitars. That’s awesome! Thank you for your kind comment 😊
Yes, saving my pennies to someday get one (I also enter the drawing to win one every week but...). Curious to hear your opinion of the Zager easy-play. Thank you for the note, keep up the great content!@@DebbieBarrette
Amazing voice! And playing of course.
Thank you Darrell! 😄
Awesome rendition and lesson! Thank you Debbie!
You’re welcome! Thank you!!
Thank you for the brilliant lessons and you sing beautifully , all the very best 👍🙏
Thank you Matt 😁
@@DebbieBarretteyou’re very welcome 😀👍🙏
As a Canadian , I’d like to say. Thank you❤ Gordon would approve.
Thank you! I really appreciate your comment! ☺️
Hey Deb,
Great lesson! Very good explanation of fingering on both hands.
Nice voice as well!
Thanks for the great feedback, Jerome! I happy to hear the explanations are clear 😄
Inspiring performance. And I see you're playing a Zager. It sounds good. I'm certainly a Gordon Lightfoot fan, and am glad to see such a recent video of this song.
Thank you ☺️ I enjoy the Zager. Nice that you spotted it!
Thank you so much for sharing this lesson. I’ve perfected it in 2 days. One of the best songs ever written. thank you. Looking forward for you to feature “Beautiful” also by Gordy. thank you!
That’s great! Good practicing! 👏
Genial. Buenísima explicación.
Thanks
Thank you Jimi! I’m happy you like it 😄
Debbie, you're the best
Rocky Horror Vibe in the background! Great Video, nice playing
LOL, that’s funny 😆 thank you! 😊
@@DebbieBarrette I like your tutorials and your playing skill
Wow, so enjoyable thank you!
Thank you Darren! So happy you enjoyed it!
Beautiful.
Thank you, George 😊
Lovely version Debbie
Thank you Donat!
Lovely! Thank you for sharing
Thank you Bib! 😄
May he rest in peace I was very saddened to hear about his passing. In fact, a coworker of mine told me about it and then later on, I heard about it. If you’ve ever played a 12 string guitar, he’s played one on several of his songs to including sundown and the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald. You should do another performance of one of his songs as a tribute to him.
@@bprife Thanks for your reply, Billy. We are lucky enough to have had him around for so long. He kept performing even until the end. I've played a 12 string many times but never wanted to own one. I'll think about another of his songs to do. This one was definitely
meant as a tribute.
What a along you awesome 👌, you gave it like it is❤❤❤❤❤😊😊 you rock!!!!!.l just discovered you just now 😂
Thank you Sibusiso! I appreciate your comments! ☺️
Brava!
Brilliant ❤
Hello. Great video. another song by Gordon Lightfoot that I would like to learn but can't find videos for is: The Pony Man. Its not so well known but it is a great song. Thanks
Thanks Dan. I appreciate your comment. I will add the Pony Man to my list 😉
Wow.
Beautiful performance and great lesson…thank you!
Do you teach private lessons?
Thank you for your comment. I really appreciate it! Yes, I give private online lessons.
Thank you, I’ve sent you an email.
Beautiful
Thank you, Mark ☺️
Perfection!
Thank you so much 😊
I've always loved this song. And wanted to learn to play it. You played it very well and you sing it very well too. I also love rainy day people also from Gordon Lightfoot. Do you have a tutorial for that song too
Thank you! I’m glad to hear you find this tutorial helpful! I don’t have a tutorial for rainy day people but I’ll add it to my list 😁
@DebbieBarrette oh thank you. I'll be on the lookout for it .
luv it thAnks 👍👍❤️
i was about to write you a letter that I could not find my capo. I looked everywhere and it suddenly appeared and so... i will try to play this song. with your instruction. thank you.
That’s funny! Glad you found it. I’m sure you’ll do great.
Found it difficult to concentrate on the chords and picking because your voice is so beautiful 😱
Lovely comment Craig ☺️ Thank you and keep on playing!
Hi from Ireland Debbie. Thank you for the brilliant video. My favourite Gordon song. Have you ever covered Rainy Day People?
John
Hi John, thanks for your comment! No I haven’t but I’ll add it to my list for future videos. Thanks for the suggestion 😁
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beautiful!!
Thank you David! Are you gonna try this one?
You are talented ❤
Thank you Millie! 😊
Awesome keep it up
Thanks Dominic! 😄
You technically insanely talented makes me want to play n get better listening to you sing n play.. Do you have a lesson for The Song (IF) by David Gates the intro it's something I need to figure out ?
Thanks Dominic. I don’t have a lesson for that song but I’ll add it to my list. You’re always welcome to contact me directly for private lessons online. I’d be happy to help you!
Great cover and looking forward to your lesson, nice guitar is that the Zager 50CE?
@@hollyr8788 Thanks for commenting Holly! Let me know how you like the lesson. You nailed it on the Zager 👍🏻😄
@@DebbieBarrette I have a ZAD20 planning to buy the 50CE, keep you posted on the lesson. TY
Nice…
Your cover has the capo on the 4th fret. Is that because you like the higher pitch? Either way, its a beautiful song.
@@ralphfryer7337 it’s for my vocals 😎 Thanks for your comment 😁