Hey Greg, started playing guitar over 40 years ago while in my early 30s. Would have loved to have had you doing your thing on youtube back then. Your way of teaching is absolutely user friendly and provides info that both novices and experienced players can learn from. Wishing you, and you mom, all the best. ~ Mark
I have to say that I have watched many guitar videos but you seem to give the most simple explanation and instructions of how to be creative by simply adding a finger position to the chord. It just adds another layer of sound.
You know I fon't mind listening to what you have to say lol. It comes off genuine , like a good ol country boy 😂. Appreciate you and the easy yet in a way technical lessons. 💚👊🏼
Thanks again. I can barely play but with your encouragement I believe I can learn a whole song. I hope your videos are as fun for you as they are to me. You have reached an inexperienced audience and we are happy you did.
Thanks so much!!! Don't let the gitters get ya...just be you and let it flow.....Keep it short and full of info and we'll be here. Go long and tell us a story or two, we're here for that too. God bless you and your mama, take care brother!!! Can't wait to see what else you got for us
Hi Greg, just discovered your channel its great. My father taught me guitar when i was lad of 8. Left it due to lifes circumstances. Here i am now still practicing guitar in my 60's and getting a little better by the day. Im listening to what your saying and i believe you. Great video slow measured and structured. Im gettin a lot from this. Thanks👍
Yes brother we're still listening lol..I for one really appreciate ur videos. I'm kinda intermediate player n I'm finding ur videos extremely rewarding in going back and working on things I glossed over n didnt take time to really learn it the right way. Just picked up the guitar again after 10 yrs of not playing anything. So yea love ur patience n showing the rhythm n how u do simple things w the cords that give it a rich sound. So thank u for doing these I'm really havin with them
Many thanks for your time teaching me as a beginner I’ve picked up plenty of tips and working on the C chord I find a bit difficult but I shall get there so I’ll look forward to more videos thank you.
🙂👍greetings from Holland. The magic you do on the guitar really helps me out. Family and yourself first, we will still be here if you skip a video every now and then 😉
Hi Greg.. I’m in my 60s and only started playing 3 years ago.. found your lessons by chance.. I feel relaxed and learn very quickly with your tuition.. really enjoy your cool approach and comments.. I feel as though you’re sitting in my living room having a good old chat with me. keep up the good work mate.. you’re doing great. 👍👍👍 All the way from Glasgow bonnie Scotland 🏴
Greg your playing and comments are so genuine. Been playing for a few 24 hrs. Your lessons are just fun. I enjoy jamming with you bro. Signed, older than you 🙂
🇬🇧 Hi Greg, I'm pretty sure there's a lot of us out here that not only hear you but face the same worries. I've been asked twice over last couple of weeks to post a video of my playing but I'm just not confident enough to do that yet. One day perhaps. In the meantime I'm enjoying your video's and look forward to them but appreciate you are a busy guy so don't feel pressured into delivering. I for one would rather you post when it feels right for you than have none at all. But please, keep on strumming as I need all the help I can get. 👍
how down to earth is this bloke, wish he did these vids 7 years ago when i first started. I have my favourites on here i have learned a bit off and i know it all helps with progress but when you start learning late (in my 60's) like me, i got caught up stuck on too many side issues like scales and fancy chords that im never going to use when all i really needed and wanted to do was learn songs. you can learn heaps of tricks and skills by sticking to that. I've wasted too much time on Sean Daniels lessons
Man these videos are so refreshing. You're not going nuts with intros and plugging products and junk.... just honest to goodness man and his acoustic. I love it
Mate PLS in yr own time ooo when it feels right do it no pressure ooo yr way of teaching is brilliant simple sweet I'm learning so PLS keep going ooo if U get stage fright again pretend yr teaching one person ooo why did the banana take a prune to the dance answer cause he could not find a date ooo well done for looking after mum ooo
Sometimes, when you realize you are really only ever singing to one person... ...and that person is a human who is also experiencing joy, fear, worry, doubt, exhilaration, and confusion followed by moments of pure clarity only to find themselves once again lost in all of the beauty that is life, only ever one person sitting before you, listening with you, taking it all in... ...at that moment you realize you are only and always sitting with a friend, even if you've never met each other... There's only ever, one person. Blessings brother...
Hi, I just discovered your channel. I'm just beginning my guitar journey. Thanks for the way you explain what your doing. Your teaching style is easy to follow. Keep em coming!!
😎 you know there's a bunch of videos on RUclips where they play Jam tracks that you can play along with. I know it's not as good as having a friend, but it can be fun.
Your teaching is superb me old china (sorry i’m a Cockney London boy) keep teaching us mate and watch them subscribers grow along with your confidence.. Your Aving a blinder my Son… NOODLES..
Greetings from New Zealand. Thanks Greg. This is just the channel required for 65 year old beginners like me. Easy to relate to. I think those 5000 subscribers are going to be here very quickly.
Hi Greg! I'm 65 and have know how to play since college, however as life gets in the way and priories change and my guitar sat dormant for over 40 years after I got married. About 3 years ago, I took it up again and have added guitars to my collection as well as the number of songs I can do. I took 1-on-1 lessons, paid for lessons on video, dvd, ect. Very helpful, but still missing something. I ran across your video and noticed you had just started the channel. I think I was #37 when I subscribed I think. Anyway, I really enjoy your down to earth sincerity in showing your craft and your insights of playing. What was missing was the chord variation(s) to keep the songs to 3 or 4 chords to where it can sound like you're playing 6 or 7 chords without actually having to remember more chords. I also have stage fright in front of a camera. It's been a year and a half since I last attempted to put out a video on my FB page. I know I sound better now with a lot of practice, but I'm still apprehensive about doing it. Watching you is giving me inspiration to put something out again. Keep doing what you're doing! 10-13 minutes is a good length for a lesson video. Any longer, it loses me. All the best to you your mom. I lost my mom 3 yrs ago so enjoy her while you have her. Michael
Sir, you deserve the growth and likes. You are a truly *great* intro to guitar teacher. But not just the new players, I've been doing it a while and I learned a few things! I truly appreciate your effort. And I think I'm not alone in that. 👍
Stage fright? Yeah, I hear you. The way I’ve always looked at stage fright is, if you don’t at least get a little nervous before you “perform” then you really don’t care. And most everyone that is watching believes you care. Also, more importantly, they want you to succeed. So just keep doing what works for you. People will come and go. But you’ll build an “audience” that really wants to take the ride with you.
The song is called Thank you, by Led Zeppelin. I used to know it a lot better I'm going to have to relearn that one. It was one of my first songs I used to play in front of people.
Last year for about 6 months straight I played Elden Ring. Used to love Halo, but the passion has died on that one, only played a little bit of the newer one. Zelda Ocarina of Time is one of my all-time favorites and I love Resident Evil 4, but I haven't played the remake yet. Also love the Fallout series. Started playing Bloodborne just before my channel took off so I've kind of taken a break on that one but definitely plan on going back.
@@grogueQ nice.great taste. I like the same kind of games. Have you ever played remnant: from the ashes. It's a souls like looter shooter. Found it a couple weeks back. Fun game Good co-op online gameplay. Would love to team up with you to take down some bad guys. If you are ever interested
@@grogueQ Bloodborne was the first souls game I played. Never beat it tho. Life happens and long story short the ex got the PS4. I was working all the time anyhows.
8:52 loosy goosey - *"locker vom Hocker" is used to mean "unverkrampft, leger, gemütlich" and has nothing to do with "die Dinge leicht nehmen" (take things easy). There is, of course, no point in seeking a translation without any context, because the way it is tranlsated will largely depend on it. *easy off the stool
I have bee playing for many years. I wish I discovered your videos when I was first learning. I really want to find my own voice not just play other peoples music. Do you use a standard tuning? I tried playing along using an acoustic and an electric. your recording seems to be lower.
Hey Greg, started playing guitar over 40 years ago while in my early 30s. Would have loved to have had you doing your thing on youtube back then. Your way of teaching is absolutely user friendly and provides info that both novices and experienced players can learn from. Wishing you, and you mom, all the best. ~ Mark
I have to say that I have watched many guitar videos but you seem to give the most simple explanation and instructions of how to be creative by simply adding a finger position to the chord. It just adds another layer of sound.
You know I fon't mind listening to what you have to say lol. It comes off genuine , like a good ol country boy 😂. Appreciate you and the easy yet in a way technical lessons. 💚👊🏼
Thanks again. I can barely play but with your encouragement I believe I can learn a whole song. I hope your videos are as fun for you as they are to me. You have reached an inexperienced audience and we are happy you did.
Thanks for posting...The meaning of Life is to find your special gift and give it away.. Your lessons are very helpful...
Lovely video. Very helpful from England.
Thanks so much!!! Don't let the gitters get ya...just be you and let it flow.....Keep it short and full of info and we'll be here. Go long and tell us a story or two, we're here for that too. God bless you and your mama, take care brother!!! Can't wait to see what else you got for us
Thanks for the kind words.
You'll get to 5000 very soon. Great lesson as well. I love the endearing simplicity of your approach to guitar teaching.
Hi Greg, just discovered your channel its great.
My father taught me guitar when i was lad of 8.
Left it due to lifes circumstances.
Here i am now still practicing guitar in my 60's and getting a little better by the day.
Im listening to what your saying and i believe you.
Great video slow measured and structured. Im gettin a lot from this.
Thanks👍
Glad to help. 🎸
Greg, I'm really enjoying your lessons, they are so down to earth, and as a 60 yr old your lessons just make sense. Keep on keeping on. Greg L
I appreciate that!
thanks a million 👍🙏✌️
greetings from the sunny climes of Basle, Switzerland
Thank you too!
I'm listening to you right now grogue. Cool life stories you tell.
I'm just strumming the best I can as you play.
Thanks
I wish I had met you when I first started. You have a really easy natural way to play.
Hi grogue, I'm still following yre guitar tuition. Great stuff. Making slow progress but small steps.
Thank you👍😎
Yes brother we're still listening lol..I for one really appreciate ur videos. I'm kinda intermediate player n I'm finding ur videos extremely rewarding in going back and working on things I glossed over n didnt take time to really learn it the right way. Just picked up the guitar again after 10 yrs of not playing anything. So yea love ur patience n showing the rhythm n how u do simple things w the cords that give it a rich sound. So thank u for doing these I'm really havin with them
Well done Greg and thanks. I like your relaxed style of teaching and get ready, your channel will grow. And best of LUCK from Ireland.
Keep the lessons and songs coming Greg. I'm an old white beard also. Trying to learn how to play. I'm enjoying your videos.
Oh man ,I understand stage fright! You've got a great channel, and I'm glad it showed up in my recommendations!
Many thanks for your time teaching me as a beginner I’ve picked up plenty of tips and working on the C chord I find a bit difficult but I shall get there so I’ll look forward to more videos thank you.
🙂👍greetings from Holland. The magic you do on the guitar really helps me out. Family and yourself first, we will still be here if you skip a video every now and then 😉
Thanks, that means a lot! Not only because you care about my well-being, but also cuz you watched till the end, LOL. 😂
Hi Greg.. I’m in my 60s and only started playing 3 years ago.. found your lessons by chance..
I feel relaxed and learn very quickly with your tuition..
really enjoy your cool approach and comments..
I feel as though you’re sitting in my living room having a good old chat with me.
keep up the good work mate.. you’re doing great. 👍👍👍
All the way from Glasgow bonnie Scotland 🏴
It's really nice to hear.
Great honest videos mate thank you. I don’t normally subscribe to people’s channels but couldn’t help myself. Please keep them coming.
Greg your playing and comments are so genuine. Been playing for a few 24 hrs. Your lessons are just fun. I enjoy jamming with you bro. Signed, older than you 🙂
Awesome! 👍🎸
Thanks for being so real and genuine. Please keep it up, you’re making an incredible positive difference for so many people. Thank you! 🙏
Really enjoy your videos, especially the strumming videos. Great Channel!
🇬🇧 Hi Greg, I'm pretty sure there's a lot of us out here that not only hear you but face the same worries. I've been asked twice over last couple of weeks to post a video of my playing but I'm just not confident enough to do that yet. One day perhaps. In the meantime I'm enjoying your video's and look forward to them but appreciate you are a busy guy so don't feel pressured into delivering. I for one would rather you post when it feels right for you than have none at all.
But please, keep on strumming as I need all the help I can get. 👍
how down to earth is this bloke, wish he did these vids 7 years ago when i first started. I have my favourites on here i have learned a bit off and i know it all helps with progress but when you start learning late (in my 60's) like me, i got caught up stuck on too many side issues like scales and fancy chords that im never going to use when all i really needed and wanted to do was learn songs. you can learn heaps of tricks and skills by sticking to that. I've wasted too much time on Sean Daniels lessons
Peace and Blessings
Man these videos are so refreshing. You're not going nuts with intros and plugging products and junk.... just honest to goodness man and his acoustic. I love it
Yeah, but I'm not monetized yet, LOL.
Lol
@@grogueQ 😂
Man I'm so glad I came across you ever since I started using your RUclips videos I have advanced I have been stagnated for many years thanks brother
Fantastic!
Mate PLS in yr own time ooo when it feels right do it no pressure ooo yr way of teaching is brilliant simple sweet I'm learning so PLS keep going ooo if U get stage fright again pretend yr teaching one person ooo why did the banana take a prune to the dance answer cause he could not find a date ooo well done for looking after mum ooo
I can't thank you enough for your time and effort....you have helped me a lot.
God bless.
You are most welcome 😁
Yeah man great lessons! Perfect for my level. Thanks!!!
Your honesty is epic , I’m diggin’ your lessons 👍
I appreciate that!
Good Job Greg....
30 open!
Thank you for let me know!
Very nice video enjoy watching keep safe ❤
You make me want to pick up my guitar every time I see you. You’re just very different teacher in that you seem like a good friend teaching all of us.
Hey Q keep it going your one of a kind if you here the knock all good brother
I just might be able to do that,, I sure plan to give it a try tonight! Thank you Sir!
Great way your doing this keep em coming
Just found your vids and gotta tell you, I'm impressed keep it up brother
Hey man, thank you so much for this video and all your others!!!
From one old fella to another. Ya doing a great job. 😊John Australia 🇦🇺
Sometimes, when you realize you are really only ever singing to one person...
...and that person is a human who is also experiencing joy, fear, worry, doubt, exhilaration, and confusion followed by moments of pure clarity only to find themselves once again lost in all of the beauty that is life, only ever one person sitting before you, listening with you, taking it all in...
...at that moment you realize you are only and always sitting with a friend, even if you've never met each other... There's only ever, one person.
Blessings brother...
Let's goooo Greg. Good stuff. Thanks for the informative vids cuzzo
I am listening and learning God bless you and your mother I will be praying lost my mom in 2000 👍🏻🤘🏻
We lost my dad in 2020. It hurts. Thanks for the well wishes.
@@grogueQ I know I lost my dad in 2011 my wife lost both her parents keep making videos God bless stay safe and healthy
👍 killer boots man
Hi, I just discovered your channel. I'm just beginning my guitar journey. Thanks for the way you explain what your doing. Your teaching style is easy to follow. Keep em coming!!
Thanks brother! 😊
Love me some loosey goosey!
Awesome stuff GQ… Keep it coming.
Well done sir
Glad I subscribed, wish I had a friend like you to play again with. Like your style.
😎 you know there's a bunch of videos on RUclips where they play Jam tracks that you can play along with. I know it's not as good as having a friend, but it can be fun.
Hello Greg,
I am a new subscriber.
Your teaching is superb me old china (sorry i’m a Cockney London boy) keep teaching us mate and watch them subscribers grow along with your confidence..
Your Aving a blinder my Son…
NOODLES..
Noodles!
Thank You
keep the groove
Thank you for putting yourself out there. Love your videos and appreciate you taking the time to impart your enthusiasm. You’re great.
Greetings from New Zealand. Thanks Greg. This is just the channel required for 65 year old beginners like me. Easy to relate to. I think those 5000 subscribers are going to be here very quickly.
Appreciate what you're doing. Wishing you the best and 5k followers isn't that far off I don't think.
This is awesome thank you!
This was a fun one. Would love it if you’d show us more on the Thank You song, always one of my favorites!
Hi Greg! I'm 65 and have know how to play since college, however as life gets in the way and priories change and my guitar sat dormant for over 40 years after I got married. About 3 years ago, I took it up again and have added guitars to my collection as well as the number of songs I can do. I took 1-on-1 lessons, paid for lessons on video, dvd, ect. Very helpful, but still missing something. I ran across your video and noticed you had just started the channel. I think I was #37 when I subscribed I think. Anyway, I really enjoy your down to earth sincerity in showing your craft and your insights of playing. What was missing was the chord variation(s) to keep the songs to 3 or 4 chords to where it can sound like you're playing 6 or 7 chords without actually having to remember more chords. I also have stage fright in front of a camera. It's been a year and a half since I last attempted to put out a video on my FB page. I know I sound better now with a lot of practice, but I'm still apprehensive about doing it. Watching you is giving me inspiration to put something out again. Keep doing what you're doing! 10-13 minutes is a good length for a lesson video. Any longer, it loses me. All the best to you your mom. I lost my mom 3 yrs ago so enjoy her while you have her. Michael
This is really cool to know. Thanks, sub #37, 🤣. JK, Michael.
great job, thanks!
I use the Cadd9 all the time in my own material. Lovely chord and just a great alternative to just C major if you're bored lol
Nice video
Cool
Sir, you deserve the growth and likes. You are a truly *great* intro to guitar teacher. But not just the new players, I've been doing it a while and I learned a few things! I truly appreciate your effort. And I think I'm not alone in that. 👍
I appreciate that!
( a question one is always asked ) as a cooker [Koch EFZ]
"what is your favorite dish, Greg?"
It's hard to say but I think I'm going to go with a big fat juicy steak. Hope I don't lose a bunch of subscribers after that one, LOL.
@@grogueQ a sound choice that sings to my taste buds.
Keep it real, true to you, that's what does it. It's always 10 subscribers.
I like it.10 subscribers.
Stage fright? Yeah, I hear you. The way I’ve always looked at stage fright is, if you don’t at least get a little nervous before you “perform” then you really don’t care. And most everyone that is watching believes you care. Also, more importantly, they want you to succeed. So just keep doing what works for you. People will come and go. But you’ll build an “audience” that really wants to take the ride with you.
Well done, great video! What was the song played after Sweet Home Alabama for the demonstration?
The song is called Thank you, by Led Zeppelin. I used to know it a lot better I'm going to have to relearn that one. It was one of my first songs I used to play in front of people.
What Yamaha acoustic are playing, it sounds great. Been looking to buy another guitar, just so many out there. Thanks!
Awesome video. You also mentioned you play games in another video. What do you like to play.
Last year for about 6 months straight I played Elden Ring. Used to love Halo, but the passion has died on that one, only played a little bit of the newer one. Zelda Ocarina of Time is one of my all-time favorites and I love Resident Evil 4, but I haven't played the remake yet. Also love the Fallout series. Started playing Bloodborne just before my channel took off so I've kind of taken a break on that one but definitely plan on going back.
@@grogueQ nice.great taste. I like the same kind of games. Have you ever played remnant: from the ashes. It's a souls like looter shooter. Found it a couple weeks back. Fun game Good co-op online gameplay. Would love to team up with you to take down some bad guys. If you are ever interested
@@grogueQ Bloodborne was the first souls game I played. Never beat it tho. Life happens and long story short the ex got the PS4. I was working all the time anyhows.
I've got such a list of must plays, but if I ever start that one I'll let you know.
It's awesome, but finding free time is a bitch.
8:52 loosy goosey - *"locker vom Hocker" is used to mean "unverkrampft, leger, gemütlich" and has nothing to do with "die Dinge leicht nehmen" (take things easy). There is, of course, no point in seeking a translation without any context, because the way it is tranlsated will largely depend on it.
*easy off the stool
I have bee playing for many years. I wish I discovered your videos when I was first learning. I really want to find my own voice not just play other peoples music. Do you use a standard tuning? I tried playing along using an acoustic and an electric. your recording seems to be lower.
Can we hear you singing ?mucker👍🇮🇪🇺🇸
My playlist "What does this song really mean?" has 4 of my original songs w more to come! I sing in those.
Which Yamaha are you playing?
Fg 345II, 1981ish.