A Hard Day’s Night is one of my favorite Beatles albums, actually. I think John’s rhythm guitar on “I’m Happy Just to Dance with You” is fantastic and oft-overlooked!
@@gdholmfirth I could never, ever pick a favorite _Beatles Album_ !!!! They all are so Great! Someone asked me..."Who's your favorite Beatle? That's another tough one. But I say, who's ever album I'm listening to at the moment is my favorite Beatle 🥰 Could be Johns " _Walls & Bridges"_ or Georges " _Extra Texture_ ", or Ringo's " _Goodnight Vienna_" Or Paul's "_RAM_ " album... That simple! 🚶🏿♂️🚶🏿♂️🚶🏿♂️🚶🏿♂️
it once was my favorite too. yesterday I heard Abbey Road when I drove the car, and I realized, how big that album really is. huge. they made so much progress, but that doesn't mean that the early years were worse. all albums are different, and all are incredible. all are my favorite albums.
Really happy I found your videos. You frame things in a historical context and really have a knack for spotlighting the fine details that make this music so special. My appreciation for the Beatles and you grow with every post. Many thanks sir. What you are doing here is special.
cunningham488 - I'm humbled by your kind words. But I'm nowhere near the talent of John & George. I'm simply copying. The genius is in CREATING! That's what John & George did.
Great video as always. That half speed strumming of Johns part reminded me of “I’m Only Sleeping”. Also, a lesson on “If I Fell” would be awesome. I’ve always tried to see what John plays on the into while watching “A Hard Days Night”.
I just love when you put out new stuff. No one can add the nuances like you do. Just makes me pick up the guitar and play along every time I see a new lesson. I have made so much progress just playing the Beatles songs. I love their early rock and roll stuff, seems like easy chords yet so hard to get it right and you nail all the parts. John really did drive the sound, and I believe he credited Ringo for the timing. Just great stuff, keep them coming Mike!
Jim - Thanks for the kind words - I appreciate it. And yea - I like the early stuff best also. Seems they were more of a band - and guitar oriented. PLUS - John's early work is SO outstanding!!
Beautiful! I've been playing forever, and can figure most songs out in a few minutes, but I like your enthusiastic tutorials, and the way you give the back stories and explain the intricacies so well. I wish I had these to learn from years ago.
@@MPfrance Oh yeah, this was one of the first Beatles songs I heard when I was a kid (I got heavily into them when I was 10 and I'm still listening to them at 22) and was instantly hooked, George is definitely one of my biggest influences and guitar heroes and his playing is just phenomenal
you couldn't have brought these lessons at a perfect time. I finally got around to stopping and listening to the Beatles and learning them based on your videos, thank you.
@@MPfrance Thanks! You certainly did, that reminds me I covered that song as well "Help", and did a music video for it similar to the original Beatles Music Video, but of course unmatched. It's on my channel in case you have a chance to check it out \m/!
Really enjoyed the Accuracy and care that you put into the details on all of the parts of this classic masterpiece. Thank You for taking the time to record and upload this for all of us Beatle fans to learn and enjoy. Louie IL 🇺🇸 USA
Louie Testa - Thank YOU for realizing the time and work it takes to do one of these videos. I'm always miffed when I get a note from somebody whining about a free lesson e.g. "why don't you teach the bass also" or "play everything much much slower so a total beginner can learn also" (I do make the charts and tabs available). It takes me LITERALLY the better part of an entire week to research, decipher, learn, memorize, write out charts and tabs, videotape, audio record, edit (audio & video), insert diagrams (I create in PhotoShop), bounce to video and then upload (the upload process alone takes 5-6 hours) just to complete one video lesson. So when I get a note from somebody like you (who was also kind enuff to subscribe like I ask) it truly gladdens me. Thanks again!
When you break it all down the way you do, it opens my eyes to how gifted the Beatles really were. The 60's were my teenage years, so I grew up loving their songs, but you've given me a new appreciation for their music. Thanks Mike.
@@MPfrance I'd rather play my Hofner right-handed than not at all. I even saw a Beatles tribute band with a right-handed Hofner and I could look past that. However... I think could have advertised for a lefty.
@@MPfrance as a former vocalist & musician I can say truly you do an outstanding job in all departments. I think John, George, and Paul would agree. Also “love” your style of teaching. Aside from the ‘Inside Scoops’ you always give us in your Introduction, the variety of guitars you use to reproduce their sound is just SPOT ON. So happy that I found you on You Tube as I am playing guitar (retired drummer ‘64, interesting year huh?, till ‘99). Now it is guitar everyday-all the time. And a treat for me to find another Mike Pachelli instructional video! Happy Easter and thanks Mike!
Absolutely sound just like the recordings. Once again your lessons are amazing . The time and effort you put in with these videos a very much appreciated, especially from me.☻ Thank you Mike▬☻
Great video, although I've been playing most of them since they were first released it's very enlightening to see all the nuances I've missed and often different ways of playing what should be the same thing. Which really means improving on my sometimes fudged versions, but old habits die hard. However it's much easier now we have the technology to analyse and relay the information. Thanks again.
Mike...I love you man...I play guitar just a bit...more rythym than anything...but hearing you go through these songs like this...I really realize how cool, unique and genius the different parts of the Beatles songs really were! I didn't think I could love and appreciate the Beatles more than I already do...but thanks to you...I do! Many blessing!
Love your enthusiasms for the Beatles.Im first generation.Wish you could have been there in the beginning.This really clarifies some of the nuances sound. Thanks
Your Beatles instructional videos are the absolute best I've seen. I looked and looked but couldn't find a lesson of you covering "She Said, She Said."
It’s amazing how they used to do those arrangements where George would just lay out . I think most other rock bands with two guitarists there are all these doubled stacked guitar parts which muddle things up…the Beatles tended to be so concise and clean on parts as far as not just doubling things for the sake of it. Fantastic as usual.
Thank you so much my friend!.!.!.! Learning the correct way to play this cool songs, with your lessons , will be the best memories of this COVID dark times !... all the best from Brazil!...
I’ve just learned my 9th Beatles solo with your lessons, something ! 9 days I have Covid and I’m at my room with food , water , bible and my guitar . Thank you again for your great lessons and Beatles history!.....
Mike, I realize you are very successful as a musician,producer,etc. and I know you are just emulating their genius,but as talented as you are how are you not a rock/pop star?
Sam Cortese - That's not the 1st time I've been asked that question. I'm always surprised that it's not commonly known that becoming a "rock/pop star" is probably less likely than winning the lottery. There's always millions of musicians trying to gain fame and fortune and those that do - are simply lucky. It's really not based on talent. It's based on luck. They should teach THAT in music schools. And If you look at the myriad of mediocre musicians that are famous - that proves my "not based on talent" point. On the other hand - I was never THAT fond of traveling extensively. I'm a home-body. I have been on many tours - but the one time I was on tour for a year and a half - I ended up hating it. So I never really pursued stardom. I've had three different record contracts and also found them to be exhausting. I learned first hand how companies rip you off. If it was common knowledge about how little "rock/pop star(s)" actually earn - there'd be way less musicians chasing the golden ring and instead - they'd be satisfied with being a big fish in a small pond.
Woouuu Mike, thank you so very much for sharing your wisdom on Beatles music and historic and production facts, it's very delightful to see from start to finish your video, totally loved it and what a great surprise to see at the end the reference song played and showing all parts together, it was the perfect complement for such a great video!!!! Greetings from Guatemala City!
I always thought the bleed in on George's solo was a cool part of the song. It wouldn't be the same without it. Also always assumed it was intentional in the mix-- who knew?! So glad you included it in your performance-- fabulous as always.
For me, "Can't Buy Me Love" is the greatest rock song of all time. Feb. 25, 1964 was George's 20th birthday by the way, the day he did that wonderful lead.
Love it always a go to channel for my Beatles references and exact rhythm ans style. Me and my dad use it all the time now to get the songs down to the last note :) the “and I love her” was a masterpiece video and it’s just getting better and better:) keep it up
Excellent job, as always. When this came out in 1964 I noticed a slight difference between this song and all the other Beatle songs but had no idea why. Still, I could tell something was different. Then, years later learned this song was recorded in France. Ah ha! Not exactly the same sound as Abbey Road Studio. Still can't explain the difference, but it's there. Different echo maybe.
You are my hero Mike! I love your simple explanations and your incredible attention to detail. Please keep ‘em coming! Side bar, where in France are you based? I stayed in Juan-Les-Pins for some time years ago. Played guitar for a summer. Loved it.
Growing up, I wasn’t really a Beatles fan at all… I thought the recording sounds of the ‘60s rock were hard to listen to, except Elvis. Then, after some time, I grew to love solo Paul McCartney and Wings. Got into The Beatles about a year ago and saw Paul McCartney last week in Boston… might be the best show I’ve ever seen!
A Hard Day’s Night is one of my favorite Beatles albums, actually. I think John’s rhythm guitar on “I’m Happy Just to Dance with You” is fantastic and oft-overlooked!
The album is my favorite to play along to. The most polished album while they were still "Mop Tops".
@@gdholmfirth I could never, ever pick a favorite _Beatles Album_ !!!! They all are so Great! Someone asked me..."Who's your favorite Beatle?
That's another tough one. But I say, who's ever album I'm listening to at the moment is my favorite Beatle 🥰 Could be Johns " _Walls & Bridges"_
or Georges " _Extra Texture_ ", or Ringo's " _Goodnight Vienna_" Or Paul's "_RAM_ " album... That simple! 🚶🏿♂️🚶🏿♂️🚶🏿♂️🚶🏿♂️
@@gdholmfirth I think there were better songs on "Help!" and more fun to play along with. More Rock 'n' Roll.
favorite album too
it once was my favorite too. yesterday I heard Abbey Road when I drove the car, and I realized, how big that album really is. huge. they made so much progress, but that doesn't mean that the early years were worse. all albums are different, and all are incredible. all are my favorite albums.
That solo was a great solo and still today it is
I totally agree Shawn!
The "I'm Only Sleeping" guitar rhythm! I'd never noticed that before - a John touch.
Exactly! When Mike slows the tempo, at 6:54. Also, at 9:27 you can detect what would become the rhythm guitar part for 'She's A Woman'.
Such a great coach. Finally, I am "discovering" tricks after searching for 45 years !!! Thanx .
Really happy I found your videos. You frame things in a historical context and really have a knack for spotlighting the fine details that make this music so special. My appreciation for the Beatles and you grow with every post. Many thanks sir. What you are doing here is special.
Mike .. You're John and George rolled into your own great musicianship keeping their sound alive for all of Us. More thanks than I can voice.
cunningham488 - I'm humbled by your kind words. But I'm nowhere near the talent of John & George. I'm simply copying. The genius is in CREATING! That's what John & George did.
@@MPfrance 🎼 if it wasn't for your love and respect for their music/genius .. we less players would be lost.
Great video as always. That half speed strumming of Johns part reminded me of “I’m Only Sleeping”. Also, a lesson on “If I Fell” would be awesome. I’ve always tried to see what John plays on the into while watching “A Hard Days Night”.
I just love when you put out new stuff. No one can add the nuances like you do. Just makes me pick up the guitar and play along every time I see a new lesson. I have made so much progress just playing the Beatles songs. I love their early rock and roll stuff, seems like easy chords yet so hard to get it right and you nail all the parts. John really did drive the sound, and I believe he credited Ringo for the timing. Just great stuff, keep them coming Mike!
Jim - Thanks for the kind words - I appreciate it. And yea - I like the early stuff best also. Seems they were more of a band - and guitar oriented. PLUS - John's early work is SO outstanding!!
Outstanding, Mike. Goes to show, the chords may be easy, but it's the rhythm that lifts it to the clouds. Wonderful!
Best Beatles songs breakdowns and history anywhere and such fun to watch...and listen to too!
You have no idea how much we apreciate your lessons Mike. Thank you for putting all your love into these videos, you rock!! 🤙🏼🤙🏼
I appreciate that!
The resonance on your instruments is transcendent. Well done sir!
Beautiful!
I've been playing forever, and can figure most songs out in a few minutes, but I like your enthusiastic tutorials, and the way you give the back stories and explain the intricacies so well.
I wish I had these to learn from years ago.
It would be cool if you could do some songs off of rubber soul like “Girl”, “Run for your life”, and “Michelle”
John Lemonade - I'll get around to those - I'm still having fun with the '64 music.
Oh yeah, Run For Your Life is so much fun to play
@@MPfrance ok cool take your time.
Please add Wait to the Rubber Soul song list.
On the American rubber Soul album side two ends with Wait and run for Your Life. Really appreciate your effort to do Wait. Many thanks.
Mike, no one does Beatles like you! I love your lessons and look forward to each new one.
Definitely one of my favourite Beatles songs, so much fun to play and has probably one of my favourite solos from George
Andrew Pappas - I totally agree with you!!
@@MPfrance Oh yeah, this was one of the first Beatles songs I heard when I was a kid (I got heavily into them when I was 10 and I'm still listening to them at 22) and was instantly hooked, George is definitely one of my biggest influences and guitar heroes and his playing is just phenomenal
That was terrific Mike! Thanks for keeping the greatest music ever written & recorded alive! 👍😉
My pleasure!
This song was ahead of its time when it was released. Once again you did an amazing job breaking down all the parts.
The best guitar lessons ever ! No words to thank you Mike !
I'd say your "words" are a very nice thank you!
Wow, what a great program. You are great, man.
you couldn't have brought these lessons at a perfect time. I finally got around to stopping and listening to the Beatles and learning them based on your videos, thank you.
Glad to help!
@@MPfrance Thanks! You certainly did, that reminds me I covered that song as well "Help", and did a music video for it similar to the original Beatles Music Video, but of course unmatched. It's on my channel in case you have a chance to check it out \m/!
Really enjoyed the Accuracy and care that you put into the details on all of the parts of this classic masterpiece.
Thank You for taking the time to record and upload this for all of us Beatle fans to learn and enjoy.
Louie
IL 🇺🇸 USA
Louie Testa - Thank YOU for realizing the time and work it takes to do one of these videos. I'm always miffed when I get a note from somebody whining about a free lesson e.g. "why don't you teach the bass also" or "play everything much much slower so a total beginner can learn also" (I do make the charts and tabs available). It takes me LITERALLY the better part of an entire week to research, decipher, learn, memorize, write out charts and tabs, videotape, audio record, edit (audio & video), insert diagrams (I create in PhotoShop), bounce to video and then upload (the upload process alone takes 5-6 hours) just to complete one video lesson. So when I get a note from somebody like you (who was also kind enuff to subscribe like I ask) it truly gladdens me. Thanks again!
These videos make my day. Thank you Mike. Always learn something new. Your ability to capture exact nuisances from the recordings is remarkable.
When you break it all down the way you do, it opens my eyes to how gifted the Beatles really were. The 60's were my teenage years, so I grew up loving their songs, but you've given me a new appreciation for their music. Thanks Mike.
I wonder how many people notice that the video of the Hofner is mirrored. Well done! It adds to the effect.
Obcmissions - LOL - Not as many as I thought would!
I didn't realise, whenever it's played left handed it looks like Paul is holding it
Obcmissions & Sean - I always think it's a bit sacrilegious when I see a Beatles song played right-handed on a Hofner.
@@MPfrance I'd rather play my Hofner right-handed than not at all. I even saw a Beatles tribute band with a right-handed Hofner and I could look past that. However... I think could have advertised for a lefty.
I saw Ringo and his band at L'Olympia two years ago: fantastic.
stracepipe - SUCH a great theater to see a concert!!
i was actually at the concert for bangldesh. i was 20 what a blast that was
These videos are such a joyful exploration of Beatles music. I cannot play a note, but just love these.
And on top of the instruments being played great, Mike, you sure nailed the vocal! Bravo!
VERY kind of you to say - I'm always hesitant to post a Beatles vocal 'cause I'm nowhere near as good a singer as they were.
@@MPfrance as a former vocalist & musician I can say truly you do an outstanding job in all departments. I think John, George, and Paul would agree.
Also “love” your style of teaching. Aside from the ‘Inside Scoops’ you always give us in your Introduction, the variety of guitars you use to reproduce their sound is just SPOT ON.
So happy that I found you on You Tube as I am playing guitar (retired drummer ‘64, interesting year huh?, till ‘99).
Now it is guitar everyday-all the time. And a treat for me to find another Mike Pachelli instructional video!
Happy Easter and thanks Mike!
Hi sir, I have been playing guitar for an year now, and I am a die hard Beatles fan and I love you and your videos ❤️❤️
Hey... is this guy good... or what ? Mike ... as a Beatles fan since Feb 9, 1964 I thank you for your superb videos.
I watch your videos to get the songs right but also for sheer entertainment! Love your Analysis and historical narratives. Thanks.
Absolutely sound just like the recordings.
Once again your lessons are amazing . The time and effort you put in
with these videos a very much appreciated, especially from me.☻
Thank you Mike▬☻
You are very kind. I appreciate it.
Just top analysis and demonstration Mike. I love you attention to detail and sense of fun and enjoyment. Brilliant, thank you.
Much appreciated!
Awesome! I love your charisma and the giving up of yourself into music when you explain and play. thank you Mike. God bless you!
Jose - Thanks so much!
Superb, Mike!
Not only inspired guitar playing, Mike, but your singing was out of sight!
Great video, although I've been playing most of them since they were first released it's very enlightening to see all the nuances I've missed and often different ways of playing what should be the same thing. Which really means improving on my sometimes fudged versions, but old habits die hard. However it's much easier now we have the technology to analyse and relay the information. Thanks again.
Mike...I love you man...I play guitar just a bit...more rythym than anything...but hearing you go through these songs like this...I really realize how cool, unique and genius the different parts of the Beatles songs really were! I didn't think I could love and appreciate the Beatles more than I already do...but thanks to you...I do! Many blessing!
Love your enthusiasms for the Beatles.Im first generation.Wish you could have been there in the beginning.This really clarifies some of the nuances sound. Thanks
It never ends - you're indefatigable! And brilliant!
I stayed a couple of days at the George's V Hotel in Paris in the early 70s during a college trip. It's upper crust.
Your Beatles instructional videos are the absolute best I've seen. I looked and looked but couldn't find a lesson of you covering "She Said, She Said."
It’s amazing how they used to do those arrangements where George would just lay out . I think most other rock bands with two guitarists there are all these doubled stacked guitar parts which muddle things up…the Beatles tended to be so concise and clean on parts as far as not just doubling things for the sake of it. Fantastic as usual.
These are the best Beatles videos on YT. Love how U do your rendition at the end. Pure Beatles bliss 😝
Always informative, helpful, fascinating and just so fun
Glad you enjoyed it
Very well explained and done once again Mike. Thank you
Glad you enjoyed it
I have that exact metronome and have had it since 1966. It also has a little measure ding in it if you want to have each new measure announced...
You just gotta love Mike Pachelli videos
U r the best Beatles teacher ever what a great job thanks, Richie.
Thanks Mike. My new song of the day! Always try to learn something new and fun.
This is another great lesson Mike! Keep them coming!
Thanks! Will do!
Thank you so much my friend!.!.!.! Learning the correct way to play this cool songs, with your lessons , will be the best memories of this COVID dark times !... all the best from Brazil!...
I'm humbled by your kind words. Thank you!
I’ve just learned my 9th Beatles solo with your lessons, something ! 9 days I have Covid and I’m at my room with food , water , bible and my guitar . Thank you again for your great lessons and Beatles history!.....
🤘🤘 you are awesome man i am having so much fun playing this song
You are great! Thank you for your memory and attention to creativity of the Beatles!
Very good performance again. I used to play the solo at the 12 fret, but now you showme me real way it is played. Tks
Well - what I showed is how George played it. But play it however you like!
Thanks Mike! Love the anecdotes at the beginning and the full song as the end is so helpful and well done!
You put us right in the studio, in 1964! So good. Thank you
Thank you, a wonderful breakdown for those of us home musicians.
Very ni Mike. Super brilliant. Wow!!! Great teaching snd performance. Congratulations!!!!!!👏👏👏👏👏
Mike, I realize you are very successful as a musician,producer,etc. and I know you are just emulating their genius,but as talented as you are how are you not a rock/pop star?
Sam Cortese - That's not the 1st time I've been asked that question. I'm always surprised that it's not commonly known that becoming a "rock/pop star" is probably less likely than winning the lottery. There's always millions of musicians trying to gain fame and fortune and those that do - are simply lucky. It's really not based on talent. It's based on luck. They should teach THAT in music schools. And If you look at the myriad of mediocre musicians that are famous - that proves my "not based on talent" point.
On the other hand - I was never THAT fond of traveling extensively. I'm a home-body. I have been on many tours - but the one time I was on tour for a year and a half - I ended up hating it. So I never really pursued stardom. I've had three different record contracts and also found them to be exhausting. I learned first hand how companies rip you off. If it was common knowledge about how little "rock/pop star(s)" actually earn - there'd be way less musicians chasing the golden ring and instead - they'd be satisfied with being a big fish in a small pond.
Pretty Good excelente. Nice song thank you.
Great job Mike, love the history behind each song:)
Again, thank you Mike!! Your analysis and playing are great fun!!
Always enjoy you stories. Thank you again and again Mike!
Woouuu Mike, thank you so very much for sharing your wisdom on Beatles music and historic and production facts, it's very delightful to see from start to finish your video, totally loved it and what a great surprise to see at the end the reference song played and showing all parts together, it was the perfect complement for such a great video!!!! Greetings from Guatemala City!
New to guitar and these videos have helped so much, love john's rhythm style, thanks Mike!
Nice Mike! Love the vocal.
Absolutely superb, Mike!!! Thank you!!!
Very well done!
Thank you very much!
I always thought the bleed in on George's solo was a cool part of the song. It wouldn't be the same without it. Also always assumed it was intentional in the mix-- who knew?! So glad you included it in your performance-- fabulous as always.
Another great lesson from the best guitar teacher on RUclips. Thank you for putting a smile on our faces Mike.
I remember seeing the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan Show . You do a fantastic job Mike!
This is awesome as always, thanks so much for all your great videos.
I-IV-V plus the relative minors--so simple and yet so elegant!
That was GREAT Mike and as usual, you're a wealth of knowledge too when it comes to the history/back-story!!!! Thanks!!!! MB
For me, "Can't Buy Me Love" is the greatest rock song of all time.
Feb. 25, 1964 was George's 20th birthday by the way, the day he did that wonderful lead.
fliegeroh- Actually it was George's 21st birthday. But still - he was brilliant at SUCH a young age.
@@MPfrance Math was never my strong point.
Fantastic all the way around! I loved this performance!
Good stuff Mike thanks. Stay cool don't change.
Thanks, you too!
Right on as usual Mike. Those extra twangy notes behind the F7 totally make the solo!
Excellent, Mike! Thanks for adding the bass to the split screen demo!!
One of the first Beatles songs I started playing in public. Great solo.
I love the fact on the recorded version there is that bit of George's guitar which is still on the solo (which was still on the tape) it beefs it up
Love it always a go to channel for my Beatles references and exact rhythm ans style. Me and my dad use it all the time now to get the songs down to the last note :) the “and I love her” was a masterpiece video and it’s just getting better and better:) keep it up
EXCELLENT!!
Happy Easter Mike! 🐣🎶
You too!
Thank you 🙂
Excellent job, as always. When this came out in 1964 I noticed a slight difference between this song and all the other Beatle songs but had no idea why. Still, I could tell something was different. Then, years later learned this song was recorded in France. Ah ha! Not exactly the same sound as Abbey Road Studio. Still can't explain the difference, but it's there. Different echo maybe.
gdholmfirth - You're right! Every studio has it's own distinct sound.
You are my hero Mike! I love your simple explanations and your incredible attention to detail. Please keep ‘em coming! Side bar, where in France are you based? I stayed in Juan-Les-Pins for some time years ago. Played guitar for a summer. Loved it.
Thanks, will do! - I'm on the Gulf of Saint-Tropez
Thanks Mike. Just fantastic again.
Good job. Buddy!
Freaking GREAT video. Excellent. Excellent prod value, entertainment, and all the learning is right there.
Growing up, I wasn’t really a Beatles fan at all… I thought the recording sounds of the ‘60s rock were hard to listen to, except Elvis. Then, after some time, I grew to love solo Paul McCartney and Wings. Got into The Beatles about a year ago and saw Paul McCartney last week in Boston… might be the best show I’ve ever seen!
Damn dude! Nice! Nailed the vocals and thanks for the bass part!
Tony - You're welcome - very kind of you to say and glad to help out a little.
You are having some fun! Sounds so much like the original. Thanks!
Fantastic job !!!!
That J160 is a sweeeeeeeet sounding guitar
Yes she is!
great job Mike
As usual gr8 stuff
Thank U
Awesome! Great performance
Thanks for listening
Cool to be the first to watch your new video Mike! Big fan from Argentina
From Italy....yeah so right Mike, you're great..thanks for all movie sixties Fab4.