Haha as I was playing a Chet Atkins lick as an exercise, Tommy Emmanuel says he takes influence from Chet Aktins. He's one of my favorite guitar players aswell.
Wow, now someone who is a great guitarist that has guts to say he steal from Chet, well i put it as "Learned from Chet". And i know it takes a lot of determination & hardwork to play like chet, well chet is chet & tommy is tommy, both great guitarist that ever lived. Now tommy is sharing us what he has learned from chet. Respect to both of this guys. Special mention is mark knofler. Its really fun watching mark videos also. These 3's are legends. "RESPECT"
Thank-you Tommy from guitar players everywhere, for 'passing on' these foundational licks made famous by your mentor, Chet Atkins, and the great Jerry Reed. I was struck during the first part of your first lick, where you stressed anchoring the root note; in this case, the index finger fretting middle C. It was like a light bulb going on suddenly in my head! After thinking about it, it made so much sense to me to anchor the root note (or barre) and then play whichever lick you want with the middle, ring and pinky fingers and occassionally the thumb. It eliminates jumping back and forth to fret the anchor note and whatever intevals the player adds to make a lick harmonious or dissonant and enjoyable to play and listen to. I'd also say that anchoring technique might be somewhat challenging for smaller players, mostly smaller women and kids whose fingers may never be as long as yours or mine. Their playing could improve in a lot of ways bylaying smaller-bodied guitars like Palors and OOOs that have shorter scale lengths and usually narrower nut widths.
Got to see Tommy in State College PA a few years back. Was about 20' away !! What a show !!! The opening act could not make it so he did a double show for us !!! WOW !!!!!! My friends asked me if I picked up any tricks from him being that close??? I told them "No way he was going too fast "!!! What a wonderful man a so so humble !
Got it! Thank you Tommy! I've always wanted to get one of these crazy harp like 'floating ' licks, and this is a real gem. You've become my number one favorite guitarist. Thank you so much!
I am always amazed at the generosity of Chet and of Tommy. True greats! Sadly, while I was on my way, (so to speak) I’ve developed a problem in my left wrist. I’ve gone to three docs and all they did was give me injections . They worked for 5 months. And now, I’m right back in pain and I can’t get any more injections . . Don’t know what to do . Anyone know a GREAT hand doctor?
Hi Tommy, I'm your great fan. I like all your videos but this one especially, because many licks I've already know but I would like to see all yours famous licks.
I often wonder when it is time to give up and realize that there are limits to individual abilities. You have surely shown you still have not yet reach yours but how do others know when "that's just not gonna happen". You make it look easy and possible. Have you had students that you know will never really get there?
A very good question. It is always good to keep trying, however, it is my opinion that there is a genetic component to finger/thumb independence. Some people are just pre disposed to this skill; others, not as much. As much as I've tried, I just cannot get it.
luthier47 You could say that but I'd like to think that with enough practice these licks are possible. Now that may be weeks or months of sitting with a guitar practicing at half tempo but compared to the practice that guys like Tommy have to do in order to get to the level that they are I would say it's a fair trade.
Simon, I absolutely agree with your statement but in my situation, the variables are different. You may be a bit younger with time on your side. I'm closing in on a different clock. I can't take too much of that time to keep practicing (not that I wouldn't want to) as I would lose out out on the other intangibles life offers me now. It is very unfortunate view but it is a view we will all get to see at some point. On the other hand, while you can...don't let the grass grow under your feet as they say. I hope you knock it out of the park 🍻
luthier47 as Tommy once said, "how good you are is up to you." Keep practicing! Don't give up, let your playing drown out the negativity! I'm so sorry that sounds corny as hell but hey, a little encouragement never hurt anyone
It might be that, but how much do you try. You have to realize, when these people first started guitar they might've (and almost always) practiced for 6 hours a day or longer. By his age he proly has over 100-400k hours into the guitar. Think about it, I have since I was a kind no less than 30-50 thousand hours in video games.... I guess that because i know I have 10k in bethesda games alone lol It's not hard to imagine that a 60 year old or however old he is that started playing as a child (most likely and in general IDK about this guy particularly) how many hours he has in the guitar. Now ask urself, do you REALLY put in the time?
It doesn’t hurt to get comfortable using a thumb pick, so that way it’s not too foreign to you if you’re playing something that needs clear bass notes.
@@rebuiltbyusn it’s a thing Chet Atkins came up with and called himself and so he passed it down to like 5-6 other players and then Tommy towards the end of his life. Tommy uses it on his guitar and his merch, like a doctor does with their degree haha. Tommy Emmanuel, CGP
When it comes to the guitar, this man has no limitations.
Very generous of him to share his secrets with everyone. But he is very well aware that very few would be able to be this proficient
That’s the same with any skill or craft.
That's why you "practice ". Geez.
Like Guthrie Govan said: if you steal from one person, it's plagiarism; if you steal from multiple people, it's doing research.
Research HAHAHHAHA
Good to see GG mentioned on a Tommy Emmanuel discussion :)
Good to see GG mentioned on a Tommy Emmanuel discussion :)
Tony Bennett also quoted that.
So basically what GG said wasn't original though
Haha as I was playing a Chet Atkins lick as an exercise, Tommy Emmanuel says he takes influence from Chet Aktins. He's one of my favorite guitar players aswell.
Wow, now someone who is a great guitarist that has guts to say he steal from Chet, well i put it as "Learned from Chet". And i know it takes a lot of determination & hardwork to play like chet, well chet is chet & tommy is tommy, both great guitarist that ever lived. Now tommy is sharing us what he has learned from chet. Respect to both of this guys. Special mention is mark knofler. Its really fun watching mark videos also. These 3's are legends. "RESPECT"
What possible reason could 65 people have had to dislike this video? Solid gold. Can’t wait to re-watch it with a guitar in my hands.
Cuz there’s no playback speed under .25
I love the CGP at the 12th fret. Certified indeed.
Planet sized talent, but he's retained his humility. One of the all time greats, no question
Tommy is a great teacher, and thank you for taking the time to teach us all...
Thank-you Tommy from guitar players everywhere, for 'passing on' these foundational licks made famous by your mentor, Chet Atkins, and the great Jerry Reed. I was struck during the first part of your first lick, where you stressed anchoring the root note; in this case, the index finger fretting middle C. It was like a light bulb going on suddenly in my head!
After thinking about it, it made so much sense to me to anchor the root note (or barre) and then play whichever lick you want with the middle, ring and pinky fingers and occassionally the thumb. It eliminates jumping back and forth to fret the anchor note and whatever intevals the player adds to make a lick harmonious or dissonant and enjoyable to play and listen to.
I'd also say that anchoring technique might be somewhat challenging for smaller players, mostly smaller women and kids whose fingers may never be as long as yours or mine. Their playing could improve in a lot of ways bylaying smaller-bodied guitars like Palors and OOOs that have shorter scale lengths and usually narrower nut widths.
You are the all time great guitar maestro. You go one step further and actually share your legacy.
Really cool, already been doin the first one via slash , some Guns N’ Roses song, the other 2 I’ll definitely have fun trying
Thank ya
THE LORD OF GUITAR PLAYING!
Awesome!!!
After all Emmanuel does mean "God with us" :) Just needs to be a lower case g since (believe it or not) he's a mortal
Lord of the strings... haha get it?
The great guitar master. God bless your teaching, Tommy Emmanuel.
God I love the sound of that guitar,
Chat would of been proud of you T.
Got to see Tommy in State College PA a few years back. Was about 20' away !! What a show !!! The opening act could not make it so he did a double show for us !!! WOW !!!!!!
My friends asked me if I picked up any tricks from him being that close??? I told them "No way he was going too fast "!!! What a wonderful man a so so humble !
Do you have anything relevant to say about this guitar lesson?
@@FIshfood500Yes it is great - from the master himself!
It's not stealing... it's allowing a tradtional style to live and not die ❤
You are the finest folks in the world for bringing this lesson to us.
Sounds like a Chet Atkins, Cascade lick? Thanks so very much
Got it! Thank you Tommy! I've always wanted to get one of these crazy harp like 'floating ' licks, and this is a real gem. You've become my number one favorite guitarist. Thank you so much!
Me too
I like it going to practice that!!!!! 10000 times outta do it!!
5:59 Waltzing matil...wah wah bla bla... The way he mumbled it out killed me haha lol.
Tommy is a great teacher.
1:30 instructions unclear, played wonderwall
Wow tommy you rock give goosebumps 👏you make me to pick up my 🎸thanks lovely work
It is great watching maestro at work, looks so easy 😉, thank you Mr Emmanuel
The best in the world!
Love this. I got the first one. The next two won't be a problem either.
I'm a simple amateur guitarist. I see Tommy Emmanuel, I click.
Amazing...thanks Tommy!
Tommys lessons always great.
that "petty theft" line had me cracking up. That's true, and so is everything you said after
On lick 2: I believe chet stole that lick from jerry reed as well. I thought you were going to say you stole it from him.
Good luck! Great inspiration. Just need to practice, practice and practice. A true living legend.
I am always amazed at the generosity of Chet and of Tommy. True greats! Sadly, while I was on my way, (so to speak) I’ve developed a problem in my left wrist. I’ve gone to three docs and all they did was give me injections . They worked for 5 months. And now, I’m right back in pain and I can’t get any more injections . . Don’t know what to do . Anyone know a GREAT hand doctor?
Hi Tommy, I'm your great fan. I like all your videos but this one especially, because many licks I've already know but I would like to see all yours famous licks.
Pure class as usual.
when Tommy's guitar is still new
Great! Thanks for support!
You're like the weirdest thing man. You are a realist with such a kind way about it.
Too good mate. Truly admire you
😄 “Good luck”… yep, I really need it.
Hi. Great lesson. Is there any licks to play those licks in another chord than C and G?
living legend
The master of master guitar
What a legend!
Hit the like within 20 seconds.
My bag of licks is so empty..
I have about as much chance of learning this as flying a helicopter 😜
Tommy genio!! Que gran estilo de tocar la guitarra acústica!! Gracias por inspirar!
Beautiful. All of it.
muy ,muy ,muy bueno ...gracias maestro, now to work it...buf ¡¡
Thank you Tommy.
Wow what a talented guitarist. I would like to jam with him. Play stuff like pipeline. Ventures stuff.
HE - GENIUS !!!!!!!!!!
That 2nd lick is spicy
I use the gear icon in the window to run at half speed. Helps.
Amazing tutorial👍
Really great sir 👍😇
I have some 3 note licks that I am pretty fond of... you can borrow those anytime 😂
Love your videos !
I love it! Thank you!
I want to steal the amazing personality from Tommy.
I often wonder when it is time to give up and realize that there are limits to individual abilities. You have surely shown you still have not yet reach yours but how do others know when "that's just not gonna happen". You make it look easy and possible. Have you had students that you know will never really get there?
A very good question. It is always good to keep trying, however, it is my opinion that there is a genetic component to finger/thumb independence. Some people are just pre disposed to this skill; others, not as much. As much as I've tried, I just cannot get it.
luthier47 You could say that but I'd like to think that with enough practice these licks are possible. Now that may be weeks or months of sitting with a guitar practicing at half tempo but compared to the practice that guys like Tommy have to do in order to get to the level that they are I would say it's a fair trade.
Simon, I absolutely agree with your statement but in my situation, the variables are different. You may be a bit younger with time on your side. I'm closing in on a different clock. I can't take too much of that time to keep practicing (not that I wouldn't want to) as I would lose out out on the other intangibles life offers me now. It is very unfortunate view but it is a view we will all get to see at some point. On the other hand, while you can...don't let the grass grow under your feet as they say. I hope you knock it out of the park 🍻
luthier47 as Tommy once said, "how good you are is up to you." Keep practicing! Don't give up, let your playing drown out the negativity! I'm so sorry that sounds corny as hell but hey, a little encouragement never hurt anyone
It might be that, but how much do you try. You have to realize, when these people first started guitar they might've (and almost always) practiced for 6 hours a day or longer. By his age he proly has over 100-400k hours into the guitar.
Think about it, I have since I was a kind no less than 30-50 thousand hours in video games.... I guess that because i know I have 10k in bethesda games alone lol It's not hard to imagine that a 60 year old or however old he is that started playing as a child (most likely and in general IDK about this guy particularly) how many hours he has in the guitar.
Now ask urself, do you REALLY put in the time?
it is not steeling, it is proud giving ;)
" good luck " - thank you, Master Tommy , be blessed !
Браво маэстро!!!!!!!!🙏🎶👍👍👍👍👍👍👍💯
In the hip hop scene you steal something and instant beef, but amongst musicians it’s encouraged I love it
What? The hip hop scene is built from sampling!
I was about to say this.
Whats the name of that last song Tommy played and sing a bit with It?
I really don´t know your right hand techine !!! Is there any video about it ?
I have the same thumbpick and I sound nothing like that.
You forgot to charge it--with talent!
@@terrymiller111 ...and Maton guitar
Have you tried turning it off and on again?
same problem
Nunyo Bidness it needs some practice and takes a time to get used to it
My grandpa..... Can't wait to see you
Woawwww Tommy thank you very Much
Thanks
Am turning my guitar into a coffee table...
Cause you’ll need it. Otherwise it’s just a lot of dedication . Thanks.
God bless you master
If I can get 1% as good as him, I will be happy.
You got
256beans Don't shortchange yerself - strive for 6.447%
Em ở Việt Nam.có thể mua cây đàn guitar được ko anh?
is the second lick played with two or three fingers?
that GOODLUCK! at the end..why does it feels kinda little sarcastic to me?🤣🤣🤣kinda it's telling if you can follow what he did..that is if u can😆
Tommy: "Good Luck!"
Me a normal human being: brings out axe to my guitar
I love you sir
the last one was amazing! only I did not play right.....
I need tabs for 2 & 3! :(
haha that's awesome. what a gifted artist.
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Samson Urbano practice
I am starting to learn on to finger pick. Should I use a thumb pick like Tommy?
It doesn’t hurt to get comfortable using a thumb pick, so that way it’s not too foreign to you if you’re playing something that needs clear bass notes.
Yes...and Tommy also uses the thumb pick like a flat pick as did Chet ..
“Here’s a lot of things I can do on guitar that you’ll never be able to. Good luck”
Nice Brother....
🐐
Which guage string does he use ?
He make it look so easy😭
Thank you for the lesson. I do have a question about something on your guitar neck inlay. What is the C.G.P. on fret 12?
Certified Guitar Player.
@@charlesjohnson-cj1or I've never heard of that. I will have to look into it. Thank you
@@rebuiltbyusn it’s a thing Chet Atkins came up with and called himself and so he passed it down to like 5-6 other players and then Tommy towards the end of his life. Tommy uses it on his guitar and his merch, like a doctor does with their degree haha. Tommy Emmanuel, CGP
@@spinblackcircles I think you responded to this a long time ago. So I do know what CGP is. Thank you again for the explanation.
thank you!!!!!!!!!!!
Does someone have these in tab form?
Its amazing dear!
❤❤❤
Have you guys heard of lickma?
Awesome
can't hear the2nd. lick nor see what you're playing anyone able to name frets and open strings please?
I even have to put the speed to 0.25x to make it very slowly "now"
See him live if you get tbe chance.
How can the first lick in key of C have the A# on g string ?
smoovesaint that’s called chromatic scale
Super