The Proper Sequence For Learning Guitar
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- Опубликовано: 22 май 2024
- I can’t believe it’s been 10 days since I’ve checked in with ya’ll. It’s been busy, but I always say that. It happens.
Here’s a few topics for some thought and discussion. Not hating, gossiping or anything of the sort. But just questioning a few internet trends lately.
Also, the ever so crucial framework and sequence of the life changing approach to what people now call the “CAGED” system. It’s not new and it’s not going anywhere.
It’s the house analogy that I use that will speed up your journey and understanding of the fretboard.
1) The chord is the concrete slab foundation.
2) The arpeggio is the 2x4 framework
3) The pentatonic is the sheet rock
4) The major scale is the wall paper
5) Improvising and phrasing are the artwork and furniture
End of story!
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1,000 views and 167 likes. Come on naw folks. This dude has given his soul to music, and deserves some love. You could practice a year just off one video.
And it don’t cost ya a thing to show some love.
Go on. Do it. Smash that thumbs up.
His channel is for us NERDS who just want to grab a guitar and play after the intro… then forget to hit Like.
Also, he doesn’t get ‘nap time’ or ‘driving entertainment’ views like a Beato interview does or a JHS Pedal stream might.
Not a single guitar buddy of mine doesn’t bring up a Guthrie video over coffee or jamming out… so his older video will climb with time.
Agreed, except for one thing: One POSITION is a year's worth of practice!! Hit those Fonzies, folks!!!
@@helloholahiJesus.. you must be a total blast to hang out with. These videos are not for you. Please move on. And thank you so much for telling us all what this video is supposed to be about. Good lord, man.
Utube blessed me with your channel popping up the other day, now I'm hooked.
15 years later and I'm now learning again..yay. Thanks for the basics and inspiration 🙏 ❤
Alright man, u asked for it. lol. But fell asleep with RUclips on and this fuckn video intro woke me up with you tearing it up. And something in my brain said wake up and check this shit Out! But I had to comment after yer spiel. But I’m pretty sure anyone who has had any real time with the guitar doesn’t click on videos that tell u u can solo like EVH or Nels Cline after watching their 10 minute video. Have never really thot about those kinds of videos but u really brought up something that I’ve been thinking about a lot lately. Which is, I’ve been playing guitar a long time and more or less, a hobbyist. I’ve been in bands and grew up doing it and kept in it as an adult. And of course, it’s part of who i am. I’m not a rock star. Or pretend to be one. I just play. Cuz I love it. Like most I imagine. Also cuz the guitar always seem to be pulling me towards something I’m trying to figure out. Never ending. But I took a few years off from playing. And I am back at it and getting into watching videos from folks that really blow me away. But I feel about as much of a beginner with a guitar as I’ve felt in a long longtime. I’m not sure if it’s watching all these amazing git players on RUclips or what….. but it’s kind of a weird feeling. As much as I want to get more into this whole guitar vortex I’m in, I’ll spare u. lol. But yer video really got me thinking and literally out of bed to write this novella of a comment. Oh ya, so my point to this story is, 35+ years of playing and I am still striving to better understand certain things on the git that i know will help me play better. And a lot of times I don’t even know what those certain things are. And that pretty much is how it goes. For me anyways. So ya, it takes time. And effort. Not sure any of that made sense but thank you! Ya, Thx for waking me up in middle of the nite to write this. lol.
One reason you know GT is speaking truth….his message has never changed. No parlor magic, no “guitar teachers hate this one simple trick”. He ain’t changing his tune to fit a trend. Look up vids he made years ago….same exact message. Shit ain’t easy, but it’s the way.
You are exactly correct my friend.
“This is the way.”
55 year old gal here. Started in 1982 (13 years old) playing by ear and then began taking guitar lessons from a older lady who was a working musician and taught Mel Bay style. I learned how to read music (which I did not enjoy) and never understood how it was all connected.
I quit lessons 3 years later. She was crushed that I stopped and my guitar knowledge became stunted. Sure I continued to play and joined a few bands but I stopped growing as a player. Then I stopped playing for 28 years. 2 years ago I started again with the goal of learning some theory. Came across Guthrie's channel and my eyes were opened. I never knew or learned the CAGED system and connecting chords and scales and pentatonics. I definitely have improved in my playing and play every single day. Right now I play just for me and I love it! Not to mention playing is extremely therapeutic! 🙂
Near identical story here. I'm having fun playing for me. I'm loving it.
I had the same experience on piano ie got bored with sheet music. I'd like to re-learn piano again like you did with guitar.
Nearly my identical situation. His preaching on breaking down triad inversions across all the string sets has been huge for me.
I started learning with a guitar book at 21 and then had to move. Picked it up when I was 35 and had to quit because my mom got diagnosed with cancer. Then I took my 2 kids to music school for 4 years before I picked up my electrical guitar this year..in play for myself. Best thing I have done for myself...
Almost 53 YO guy here. I play for fun. Been playing since I was 19. It is so easy to get lost online working on guitar. I have forced myself to limit my resources I pay attention to. Thank you to GT for being one of the ones I have stuck with - a lot of what he says (and plays) resonates with me. Soon I will try one of his True Fire courses. Before I do that, I want to be a little more proficient on the CAGED info touched on in this video My thanks to GT for sharing his experience and knowledge.
This guy is so generous with his gift. And we’re all better for it. Thanks, GT!
Man, your commentary was SPOT on. No gimmicks or tricks. Hard work is the key to success in everything in life. Thank you for sharing your lifetime of knowledge with us.
Best teacher not only on internet but in my 46 years of noodling around …. In these last few years of just listening and watching you I’ve actually learned how to express myself on guitar and play any song satisfyingly.
Guthrie - you have repeated countless times in your videos about mastering chord shapes, triads, arpeggios, etc. Thank you. It has changed my guitar experience and brought me joy. This must be drilled into people's guitar learning!
How did you approach them?
@@MaTTheWish I’m showing you how to approach them right here in this video. Follow the sequence. It’s all right there.
@@guthrietrappmusic copy that, I love the analogy. I'm working on it. Sometimes I don't know what direction to take my practicing. But I'll focus on your analogy.
Thanks brother. Love the live stuff recently.
@@MaTTheWish I’ve been practicing this stuff for about three years now and once you start down the path it sort of becomes intuitive in the sense that one thing logically leads to the next. Learn the notes on the fretboard then the caged chords shapes which leads you into the corresponding pentatonic shapes. Memorize the shape and then the neighboring shape until you have them all down. Then you’ll want to learn the triads within those shapes which are also the arpeggios. Then you may want to memorize the location of the root, third, and fifth intervals within those triad shapes so that you can hit the third of the chord while improvising right when the progression changes to that chord.
I’ve gotten hyper focused on this stuff and I have a long way to go before it becomes like typing on a keyboard but I’ve made massive progress and every step of the way has been so rewarding for me. I think you’ll really enjoy it too!
@@MaTTheWishone chord shape/position at a time.
I tried the learn to solo in 1 hour short cuts, it left massive holes in my knowledge.
Filling it in now with GT"s methods
I’m 70 years old and have been playing for most of my life. I always learn a little more from watching your videos (and Uncle Larry and the rest .). One thing I have learned is that there is usually room for everyone and a variety of ideas. Your information is important for folks who want to become professionals. There are others who just want to learn to strum some songs. Maybe the quick versions work for them. Personally, I’m still shooting for the upper tier version that you preach. Pick on!
There are RUclipsrs with guitar channels. And there are guitar players who have RUclips channels.
I spend a lot of time on RUclips and am thankful for both. The RUclipsrs provide consistent content entertainment. But people like you and uncle Larry are true mentors who offer wisdom beyond gear and technique. Y’all are GOATS we’re grateful for you.
62 yrs young. Nearly 40 years playing mostly in P&W environments. Aspiring to greater skill set in wide range of Americana styles of music. Loving the high level vibrations of this channel. Thank you for sharing.
I know you posted this a month ago. You are definitely right! You have to spend the time and the guitar has to become an appendage of your soul!
Guthrie, as a too-late-smart, slow learner guy, I appreciate the plain-talk sharing of knowledge that is helping me straighten out what 60+ years of self-taught bad habits have left me with. Thank you. In Stereo is a kick-ass record!
Pure genius, simple, clean analysis - I could finally see it.... I so owe you Gutherie! I have the patience and will to do the work - I just didn't have the tool to start digging!
Clicked for the theory, stayed for the commentary. Love the vibes 🙂
Love the building analogy for the levels of musicianship on guitar. I think I’m somewhere between the sheet rock and wallpaper 🎸👌
Def well said. When I was younger, like many guitar players, it was about speed and chops. Hell everhring is fast when you’re a kid. However, I just went over the other side of the hill and the flashy playing doesn’t hit me much at all. I recently saw a video of Matteo Mancuso sitting in with Joe Bonnamassa. Not to take anything away from Mancuso…he’s an incredibly talented player. But they’re just seemed to be this huge disconnect in terms of the “communication” on stage among the musicians. I’ll take three notes and some inter turmoil any day of the week over the endless run of notes.
@@tdz69 Thanks TDZ! I definitely share the sentiment. And I’ll take Bonamassa over Mancuso any day of the week. Blues player here 🎸👌
Saw the clip with you and Uncle Larry playing recently. Led me to your channel. Fantastic video Guthrie. Thanks for it.subscribing and looking forward to more.
I come for the incredible playing, and I stay for the insights and wisdom.
Thanks, Guthrie 🙏🏻🤍
Happy Saturday
Hey Guthrie, Love your videos. This one hit home. I’ve been playing guitar for over 50 years. Chord Melody is how I learned how to play. It took years and a ton of practice. But man it was worth it.
I’m 67 and I still play everyday.
On a side note. What a great video Brett Papa shot of you and Tom. You guys sound awesome together. Nothing like a mix of Country Cowboy Chill music with a touch of Steve Kahn.
I dig it. You were ripping it.
Stay well and thanks again for what you do.
The voice of experience, and the wisdom and perspective gained from that experience. There's no substitute.
Man I’ve loved your Channel and playing since before I met you at Seg. Since we’ve split I’ve learned a lot from stuff you taught me and watching your stuff. I don’t have 35 years of experience as I’m only 30. But I have made a living for myself and enjoy just sharing my perspective and journey with the community on here from my personal experiences. I enjoy keeping up with your channel and I love the new album.
And I'm a subscriber on your channel too. #498 or thereabouts. 😊
This channel is gold. No other way to say it in terms of advice and playing examples. I'd love to see a video where you play thru a chord progression. Say like D minor 7 to G7 to Cmaj7 as an example. You could just play what comes off the top of your head and explain the thought process. I wonder if you would play the C major scale and accent the chord tones as they change? Would be neat to see how you would approach or recommend how to practice that.
We're so lucky today to have these monster talents sharing their knowledge, enthusiasm and lives with us. Rock on GT!
Over and over, this guy hands me the keys to doors I've been trying to unlock for years.
Great insight to being a Nashville pro, also loved how you explain the fundamentals like building a house 👏💯I’m 45, playing since age 14 here in Buffalo, and I still dream of one day joining you cats in the music city! There’s so much that cannot be controlled beyond the playing, so I think it’s best served to always love the playing and studying, that’s all you can control! I still practice 2-4 hours a day and always having new lightbulbs go off! Thats what I get from watching you and Uncle Larry, it’s the sharing of real life info without the BS, really appreciate it bro thanks for everything! 👏✌️🎯
Great building the house analogy 👍🏻, beautiful intro playing
I am 54 and working harder than ever at the guitar (I call it enjoying my time because the more I play the happier I am). Your insights on the importance of triads and chord shapes on the guitar fretboard have been very helpful. You are a very melodic player and just watching you play is inspiring. If it were the 70s you would definitely be signed to a major label like ECM or someone putting out instrumental albums like Metheny and Coryell. In Stereo is a great album !
If you haven’t see the trio LIVE…..make a point to do so. These guys BRING IT. It’s beyond refreshing to see the level of musicianship they have.
Real talk from a real musician. Thank you !
The unglamorous, bare bones hard work and dedication involved in really learning guitar...no shortcuts here...ever!
Great video…I watch your videos specifically because you have credibility and experience. Despite being world class, you stress the importance of basics and fundamentals in essentially every video you put out…and you remind us things don’t happen overnight.
Keep doing what you’re doing brother! Love the lessons, love the stories, and fuggin LOVE the new album.
Hear hear!! The new album is an instant classic!
GT, you are always real with your videos. You tell it like it is and that is what is needed. I can't stand click bait. Thanks for your efforts in creating great content!
Not only is Guthrie one of the best out there but he is also humble and grateful to be here. He never forgets to mention that he knows how grateful he is. He's humble about it considering he deserves it due to his incredible playing. Such a flowing, clean and inspiring player.
Been playing for years, somewhat successfully in a small small way but you've taught me so much in your videos and I'm still finding it refreshing to play. Thank you Guthrie
Good to see you enjoying yourself and having fun with your music, sounds like a great scene. Enjoyed the intro .. thanks as always from across the pond 👍
You know how much we love you, Guthrie! And how thankful we are to have a professional musician share their wit and wisdom with us. You are a diamond my friend. God bless you, dearly!!!
Thank you, Guthrie. The 'house analogy' puts together the pieces I've been working on for quite a while, but never in such a clear 'start at the foundation and end at the furniture' step-by-step approach. This process is easy to understand (not so easy to master!), but I never organized it in such an accessible way. Your straightforward video here comes from your heart because you care. Players like you and Uncle Larry can't help but let the love of music and the guitar shine through each video. You guys are giving a lotta light into this mean old world. Thanks again.
you are a godsend, guthrie. thank you for sharing your time with us
Thanks Guthrie, I’m so happy to have found you and Uncle Larry through the muck and the mire of it all. Also thanks for the house analogy, it’s freaking perfect. Bless you bro!
You gave me more stuff to hang on to in five minutes there at the end than anything I have seen on YT so far. Thank you!
Dude.. your sequence is so spot on… and it’s the simplest and most efficient way to learn this stuff. It’s the key to it all. Keep speaking the truth mate.
Hi Guthrie, this included so much great information. You are the best! I had the pleasure of seeing you at the underdog
Monday night. What a great place the ideal venue for live music ,not all the fluff like other venues. watching you play live is simply amazing. The ideas you come up while performing are incredible! You are greatly appreciated not only by me, but I’m sure a lot of other Guitar minded people. Please please please continue on. It is such a great journey to be on through your videos.
Guthrie, my brother sent me a video of you because he said I remind him of you. I have hosted an open mic night in Florida for 7 years and seen every type of music and person come in. First, I encourage people to get up and at least try. Ive been to some Open Mics that if you were not a smoking hot musician dont even bother to get up. Im from Cleveland, other side of town from Uncle Larry. I was not comfortable to play in front of people at all but I could hold my own by just listening to what was being played. I had one lesson from a guy that told me to learn the chords all over the neck. Im 55 now and from that one lesson 40 years ago, I still work the fretboard from this approach.
So, my first open mic was from a conversation that was stumbled upon in a guitar store in Vermilion Ohio. I was asked to come out, , so I packed up my 65 Princeton Reverb and my Strat. I was very timid and worried about making mistakes and embarrassing myself so I played very low. A guy noticed that I had a different approach to playing guitar then the others and told me to turn up. I didnt of course. The next week the guy that told me to turn up (Kit) put an OCD pedal on the floor and hooked it up for me. When it came time to play a lead he said you step on that so we can hear that thing!!! I didnt of course and the next round Kit looked at me and gave me the nod to take the next lead but this time he was standing right next to me. I went to start playing and he stepped on the pedal because he knew I wasnt going to. It blasted me so loud and scared me! He was glaring at me to play very serious looking like he was mad so I went with it. Next thing I realize is he is trying to get me to stop. I was in my own world and loving that moment. At the end of the night we were all talking and they were making fun of me saying they had created a monster. And they did! I was hooked playing live and with a band. When I play now I dont even notice the audience while im in THAT PLACE!
In my opinion, I think playing with other people is what has made the most influence on me to really want to learn more. Here I am now watching your videos and I love that your showing the same way that my lesson was in this particular video. At the time he showed me in about the same speed as yours and it was very difficult to grasp. Now I understand slightly better. I know this is long but when I hear someone tell me after I show them a lick or something that ive learned over the years and I see that satisfaction in their eyes when they get it. Its a good feeling. I have that now, thank you for taking the time to do this video. I look forward to learning from your other videos as well.
I went to music school and studied jazz and classical guitar but this channeel is more usefull then all of that. I wish this kind of content was available when I was younger.
I relate. I got a BA in Music Education. Classical guitar was my instrument, and I played in the #2 jazz stage band. Learned more by listening to Guthrie than all of that.
Thank you. You and Jack and all of you have helped me so much. and you're approach is spot on and has pushed me past my long term blockages. All the love
So good Guthrie! Message is so true it’s about the music first. If you put the work in, it shows in your music. Do it for the love first and if over time you’ve developed the skills, maybe you can have a career but if the love isn’t there, forget it.
The whole chordal structure up and down the neck is a great lesson on how to get to all the scales and notes. Love ya man and Uncle Larry as well. I watch all you guys! The best!!!!
GT - really enjoy your channel, your chops are so strong and I know it comes from commitment to your art! You speak truth in teaching there are not short cuts , you have to put the time in. Thank you so much for sharing your lessons! Your approach works in requiring us to listen and really concentrate to see the connections. Much Gratitude
Guthrie,
You are spot on. We live in a day an age where many want instant gratification. Looking for a shortcut. There are none. The mind set needed is to realize and enjoy the journey and the path itself forward is rewarding. Thank you for what you do for all of us.
Very, very true. Don’t act like you will only be happy when you get to a certain level…enjoy the whole journey no matter how limited your ability and knowledge is at the time.
Appreciate the honesty. Thanks for the insights n CAGED. I’m realizing it’s more than just knowing the shapes up and down the neck, it’s the rest of the theory behind it. I’m in my early 50’s and self taught since I was 12 out of an old Beatles song book using chord shapes. I’ve never had any theory lessons and have just filled in some gaps along the way. Ultimately this has hurt me in band situations. Your videos help quite a bit. Thank you! I need to get more in depth though.
Don’t sweat those kids on RUclips. We know you’re the real deal. I love listening to you. You’re amazing.
Thanks GT, you’ve helped me work out the notes in the chords, triads, double stops & Major scale over the pentatonic scales. the growth continues.
67 year old life time part time pro. I absolutely love what you are teaching. Exactly what I need to hear and learn. Get me out of the blues box. "Just connect all the boxes together." - Jack Pearson. Your method is so economical and common sense. Thank you so much.
Hi Guthrie, your perspective on the whole RUclips thing is spot on. Being able to focus on just making good music is what any musician should do. Forget the money. If money is all somebody is after then don’t pick up a guitar. But loving the music and pursuing what it takes to make good music is the reward itself. I am 65 years old and have had a 60 year love affair with the wood and wires. Never made much money at it but God I have have some good times. Keep laying it down like you do. You are one of the GOATS.
I always appreciate everything you have to say Guthrie. What a crew at that Fender event! I can’t imagine hanging with that crowd. Please keep it all coming but please do take time for yourself. ❤️
Thanks for being real, and explaining your "proper sequence" in a way that makes sense. Awesome video!
You are right. It doesn't happen overnight. But it does come if you PRACTICE the RIGHT STUFF. CAGED is the foundation. I thought I already knew it. But I have been practicing it everyday for six months and my playing is beginning to show it. Especially in improvising and , never thought I'd say this, even reading music is now starting to happen. Thanks Guthrie.
Thanks for all you do! This is good stuff always. You’re so right about a lot of the stuff on RUclips. There really are no short cuts to this!
Amen & Thank you! Always great stuff... lots of gold you're sharing here. Thanks again Guthrie 🤘🏻❤
Just want to say thanks man! These lesson are helping me really unlock the fretboard and push past a long standing plateau in my playing. Im enjoying guitar again with everything you are teaching us!
I never write comments because of my bad english but wach every video you make . Learn a lot thank you.
Love this guy! Forever keeping it real and showing us things that keep us thinking. I also love (and buy) his most excellent music. Keep it coming, Guthrie!😊
Guthrie I had the great fortune to find a guitar teacher close to my house that showed me a lot of the stuff you teach.
This video is very similar to those first lessons. A lot of the time it was too much to take in, for me an hours guitar lesson probably gifted me months of something to practise.
From those lessons I learned about what I need to learn, so when I came across this channel I could see it was a gold mine.
My free time is limited but I know when you post the time spent watching is a good use of that time.
Thanks!
Guthrie… Love the guys you hang with, your stories, your teaching approach, and of course your lessons. Thanks so much for all you do!
This video exudes wisdom and passion on a number of levels. Many thanks!!
Guthrie I watched that Papa footage a couple days ago and your playing was freaking inspirational and incredible!
Guthrie you are a baaaad man my friend you have reignited my desire to learn and improved my knowledge substantially in a very short time and it’s only up from here and I’m extremely grateful and am considering the artist works course. You and Larry and Brett are my favorite guitar players on this earth right now and am your guys student. Much props to you and all you do. Amazing there are people like you guys who care so much for others as much as your craft. Impressive to say the least. THANK YOU
Hey, GT, appreciate your content, always. As someone who's 61 and has played since 13, I couldn't agree more about how long it can take to really feel like you've made some progress on the guitar. I've always felt like I was a slow learner, because it can sometimes be a long time between those "aha!" moments. Everything you teach here is exactly what I would tell someone who wants to learn the instrument and, more importantly, music. I learned to play by ear and didn't bother to learn any theory until maybe 35 years into playing. Learning basic theory was a game-changer, but I still essentially play by ear. Learning chord shapes and tones is absolutely the bedrock of playing lead guitar and after all these years, I'm still learning how to be more musical, not just play the guitar. Your generosity in sharing what has taken you countless hours of practice and dedication is over-the-top. Thank you so much!
We're all too busy holding onto our guitars and practicing to comment! Thanks so much for all the info and guidance over the years!
Totally agree on said youtuber topics. Music isn't something you're in for the money, it is something you cannot help but pursue if you're a musician.
Thanks for the great content. I’m 75 and have been playing since I was 12. My dad was an excellent player and I asked him to teach me how to play lead. He said learn the chords all down the neck and play off the chords. That was 1960. Been trying ever since. Much thanks for your input.
Mr GT, a sincere thanks for talking about the reasons for being a musician as well as sharing the wealth of guitar knowledge. Watching RUclips phenoms is initially awe inspiring and then just demoralizing. Hearing from seasoned artists like yourself who are where you are by putting years of sweat and tears into your craft and driven solely by your love of music is what keeps me inspired and encouraged. The moment we shift our motivation away from the pure love and joy of making music, we are in trouble. Like you said, it HAS to be about the music.
Papa Stash IS the man!
Love what you’re doing. It’s a breath of fresh air! Thank you!
This lesson is pure gold!! Thank you Guthrie!!
Guthrie, you are so right about the newer channels. You have my favorite channel. What you do is special and your approach to teaching is outstanding. You have taught me (a hobby player) more than I ever expected to learn. Thanks so much for your music & your work
Great analogy Guthrie. I've always just been happy that that the shack don't fall down when I pin a few minutes of art on the wall! The guitar is my old friend and making music with it in an original way has aways been the goal for me. I love what you and Tom are doing from the heart, and long may it continue, It is what you guys have undoubtedly earned and it is art fit for a palace. Thanks
Love it! Thanks for sharing your heart and the to the point fretboard lesson!
Thanks for being real, you are an inspiration. Love the record with you and Uncle Larry. Regarding your comments in the video, I have the highest respect for what you and your peers do as musicians. I play guitar for my own enjoyment and am fortunate to have been successful in my chosen career and am now retired. I have the luxury of being able to devote time to playing and practicing. Your on-line classes and lessons have opened up a whole new world of guitar knowledge for me. I have been really working on the principles you keep stressing, and it is work. The result is huge leaps and bounds in my understanding and ability to play. Thank you!
G - Truth, Brother! Thanks for your enlightened insights and the generous sharing of your knowledge. Being a 65 yo lifelong musician and lifelong student of the instrument, certainly agree that there are no shortcuts but there's definite value and enjoyment in putting in the work. Most of us soldier on and keep playing and woodshedding for the love of and dedication to and the privilege of participating in this gift of Music.
Thanks for keeping it real, G!
I’m a hack on guitar and I’ve been trying since I was in 4th grade. I am really happy that there’s resources like this to learn from. One thing that has never crossed my mind was how much money I could make. I have always wanted to make a great sound. No matter what just a great sound from my hands. And so it with people that made great sounds too.
I have been following you for a while. Your message has been consistent. It’s not magic. You have to put in the work. The journey is the fun part!
Hey Guthrie, you’re such an awesome player. Love hearing you play anything.
GT - I love your channel. Great educational material - chord shapes, maj, min, maj7, dom. All are must haves under your fingers and just as important in your EAR. You gotta be able to hear the differences. Keep hammering these points for guys like me who need to hear this shit multiple times for it to stick. I have been playing for 20 years and find myself playing the same stale licks. I watch your videos and am inspired by the grooves you play and it helps motivate me to get out of my own little box. Thanks man!
I hear you guthrie.ive been playing guitar for 50 years. I wish I could say I was a working musician like you but not the case. Mortgage children and life sometimes just makes it hard to pursue things you really want in life but i keep on playing anyway. Have a band to play with which is great. But really you and a few select guys on the internet somehow make playing a pleasure all over again. Your lessons are wonderful and you speak directly from your heart and soul. The music is the most important thing. Having you on screen is like having the greatest musician friend to hang with. Thanks so much for that.
Love what you do here! Highly inspirational. Thnx!
Man youre so absolutely right about taking it seriously. Getting offered a gig and having the opportunity to become a better player and broaden your performance experience is what its all about.
Absolutely agree with this Guthrie and so glad to hear you saying this. It's about the music. Strive to be the best you can be and learn as much as you can. Always be in it for the music first and foremost, and not for making money, not for ego, not for anything else. Those who work hard on their craft, and never give up, and are always trying to get inspired and learn and enjoy playing music - They are the ones who will be successful. Ya don't go into the music industry chasing money and a job in this sort of way. If you want to earn more money go into finance. This is art. I went to college with so many musicians who were hounding me for always trying to get better at my craft rather than ditching that and just looking for regular pop gigs for more money. I thought to myself, man, why would I do that? throw away those hours working on my craft to be playing music that I really wasn't passionate about, just to make some more $$ that I didn't need? II can't NOT keep working on my craft and keep learning as much as I can about the music I love, and sharing it with others. Most of those musicians I speak of who were chasing the money at college are no longer playing now at all. Thanks for all of your generous advice and for sharing your knowledge, man!
You have the experience and knowledge that I trust. Thanks for sharing!
Amazing intro jam. Could almost hear the drums for it too. Your ability to keep the flow always impresses me. And now i gotta go practice. Also vids are never too long, I even enjoy the rambling anectdotes and stories. They are more real when they aren't rehearsed. sounded like a fun night with all those characters in one room. Love what you are putting out, including the album.
Thanks for what you're doing. Love your playing and your teaching and the way that you express yourself and your views about how to play and master the instrument. Thanks for being real.
Here to comment that the steps you laid are pure gold! Most people spend a lifetime not knowing that stuff and they’re really missing out. It really opens up the guitar’s possibilities! I still have a long ways to go, but knowing all the caged chords/triads/inversions/arpeggios/scales etc helps. Steps 5/6/7/8 are pretty much never ending which is the pure fun of learning the instrument
Guthrie, I have been playing for over 30 years. I played by memorizing everything and never really understanding the theory or the guitar at all. I could never really improvise or even handle key changes on the fly. Unless I memorized it and played it exactly I was screwed. Thanks to you and several others, I have spent the last several years relearning from the basics up. You are exactly right in your advice. My playing and understanding has expanded in ways I couldn’t have imagined. I could spend a month practicing and dissecting this lesson alone. Thank you, and stay true to your message. You may not realize how many you are helping. Cheers GT.
Love the video, new subscriber. Took notes on your approach to understanding the fretboard, like the foundation in the chord tones. And saved a link to the video to learn the nice song at the beginning. Really well played and clearly from the heart.
Damn, I wish someone would've told me ages ago what you are now teaching in these gold nuggets of videos. I spent 30 years with pentatonic wondering what is missing 😀 Moreover, you go waaayyy beyond than just saying 'chord tones' - you're showing concretely what eventually I hope I can also apply. Thanks!
Well said, maestro. ❤. Killing it as always. You, Larry, Jack and Brett are the real deal and I thank you all for sharing your love and knowledge
Obviously don't need to compliment your playing but man - you have such an incredible tone, touch, and phrasing. You're an incredible storyteller without using any words. Your playing is incredibly inspiring and gets me wanting to learn - and the way you distill how you think about the guitar as an instrument and music as a language is so eloquent, simple, and relatable. Thank you for sharing and looking forward to more!
This is why I love this channel. No bullshit. No gimmicks. Just learn it, love it and learn it! One problem.. no burgers or pastrami?? Let get healthy not psychotic Guthrie!
Hey GT - thanks for this video. There really is no alternative but to pick up the guitar and practice. Chord shapes and scales. And at some point, songs. And then, playing with other players. You and Uncle Larry really are inspirational teachers. Thanks again
I play music because it’s changed my life. I love being a music journalist and a musician. Guthrie you are the real deal. Love your channel and Uncle Larry’s Rick Beato. Etc
Thanks for sharing your music with us! You Rock!!!
I love your licks, they’re super tasteful and interesting to listen to.
Your message makes so much sense that we wholeheartedly agree and don't know what else to say other than thank you! A BIG thank you.
I'll say one more thing though, that single private lesson that I took has lasted me a year already and I still haven't scratched the surface :) My playing has improved exponentially (that's what my musical family members say). Cannot thank you enough