I first discovered the man when he played on Eric Clapton's Unplugged. The amazing improvisation on Old Love printed his playing in my mind till today.
@williamdenner5179 Im sure he would be willing to help you. He also has some very good instructional dvds... I believe this video is taken from that dvd.
There's only been one Man Who Has Played the blues, that's because He's the only Man that Truly Lived the blues. He's known as, among other things, The Man of Sorrows. The Song of songs became flesh and dwelt among us. Do you know Him? In other words, have you turned from trusting yourself to trusting only Him? 1 John 4:10,11
@laaxe I hear you. I let years pass where I'd always lapse into the Blues in C, G, F - just like you're saying, and I mildly resented the way guitar players were so partial to E, A, etc. I started noticing lots of piano guys sounding slick and hot in those keys I didn't like (for those reasons you stated). I started to listen carefully (check out Kenny Blues Boss Wayne doing "Going to Chicago" in A, for an example) and I found great licks and phrases outside my former comfort zone.
@laaxe I know what you mean about those comfort keys with their nice convenient "smears" down off the black keys and the "tickling." In keys like E and A, I've managed to find ways to sort of "rub up" or "crush" blue notes and come pretty close to what you're talking about. Won't lie, though - I boogie best in C, G, etc. Dr. John always amazed with me with the way he makes vocal comfort the determining factor and rocks like a maniac in stubby little keys like Eb. Keep on rolling!
Nobody gets to play in the Allman Brothers through their formative years and then move on to Musical Director and keyboard chair for the Rolling Stones among countless other prestigious gigs. Chuck is R&R royalty.
Chuck is one of my favorite piano players, and this sounds awesome, but I wonder why he's playing it out of C? The Allman Brothers always played it out of D! So does the Tedeschi Trucks Band.
@pyannaguy Listened to Kenny Wayne, & from the angle of the camera, I'm sure he'd simply the transpose button! lol No, he's great, & sooo comfortable in A, but I can cop almost everything he did, but in C, G, etc. But there's a distinct "slide-off" the flat/sharp that's missing from every riff he plays. He's absolutely great, and I take nothin' away from him, but as a multi-instrumentalist/songwriter, I'm just gonna' have to hit "transpose", or make my live band detune to C when I hit lotto! lol
"The Peoples Key" Am I the only blues player who finds my easiest or best sounding riffs (due to sliding off of sharps & flats) in C, then G, then F, getting progressively harder in in most other keys? And why didn't anyone hit the first guitar maker in the head when he tuned his first guitar in E, instead of C? I don't think this is just a practice thing. Some of my riffs just can't be played in certain keys! Anyone else? Chuck, am I alone here???
Just watched a video where Memphis Slim played only with a drummer (firing the other guys), probably because the bass & guitar players (Elmore James) couldn't play blues in C!
The instrumental break he played in “Jessica” is undoubtedly one of the best ever
1:57 “We’ll have a good time!” as he’s hitting a gnarly pentatonic run. Chuck is a 💎
I first discovered the man when he played on Eric Clapton's Unplugged. The amazing improvisation on Old Love printed his playing in my mind till today.
I second that!
I'm not the only one, that's great.
same here
he great, geniusman
@@IIOsOsII I third That!
Chuck Leavell is a gift.
Yes
Chuck is absolutely one of the best piano players ever. Love hearing him play. Awesome.
One of the best blues piano players I have seen. Thanks for this wonderful lesson.
Chuck, world needs your videos
So much of what I can play now is due to this man. Scarey, as that's how I would teach someone, almost lick for lick! Thanks again, Chuck!
coming back to this video again and again, just amazing...
Chuck is an outstanding keyboard player. Always a joy to listen to him play acoustic or electric piano.
Lord help - Chuck is so great. One of my heros, and clearly a fun and sweet human being!
Chuck is pure genius.
Chuck Leavell is our Master ❤️
Legend.
Yes,currently touring with Stones when they are on the road.
Unless I'm mistaken, he never had lessons and instead learned by ear. The guy is my favorite keyboards player.
Wow
Excellent 👍🎶
I know Chuck personally and he's one of the most down to earth, friendly and approachable famous people you will ever meet!
As a blues piano player myself- Chuck is a hero of mine just as Ray Charles was one of his. I would love 30 minutes of his time for just a few tips.
@williamdenner5179 Im sure he would be willing to help you. He also has some very good instructional dvds... I believe this video is taken from that dvd.
One of my idols. This dude is unreal.
This guy blows my mind ! One of the best out there!
he is such a fucking beast
One of my favorite piano players. Absolutely awesome! So cool...
wow! I'm playing this one...but, now I know I got work to do...thanks, Chuck you're amazing!!
His eloquent style is truly an inspiration...
Chuck you are my IDOL !!!
More please... "More is More" when it comes to Chuck Leavell...
The master...teach us more, Chuck!
Absolutely fantástic
Chuck is a great man
Chuck is the master!!
There's only been one Man Who Has Played the blues, that's because He's the only Man that Truly Lived the blues. He's known as, among other things, The Man of Sorrows.
The Song of songs became flesh and dwelt among us. Do you know Him? In other words, have you turned from trusting yourself to trusting only Him? 1 John 4:10,11
@laaxe I hear you. I let years pass where I'd always lapse into the Blues in C, G, F - just like you're saying, and I mildly resented the way guitar players were so partial to E, A, etc.
I started noticing lots of piano guys sounding slick and hot in those keys I didn't like (for those reasons you stated). I started to listen carefully (check out Kenny Blues Boss Wayne doing "Going to Chicago" in A, for an example) and I found great licks and phrases outside my former comfort zone.
U can see how he enjoy what he's doing..
What a player..
@laaxe I know what you mean about those comfort keys with their nice convenient "smears" down off the black keys and the "tickling." In keys like E and A, I've managed to find ways to sort of "rub up" or "crush" blue notes and come pretty close to what you're talking about. Won't lie, though - I boogie best in C, G, etc.
Dr. John always amazed with me with the way he makes vocal comfort the determining factor and rocks like a maniac in stubby little keys like Eb.
Keep on rolling!
I never could learn to play with both hands. This guy is genius.
You're amazing.. I play piano, and you inspire me!
Chuck is the master...OMG
Awesome!
Excellent!
Thanks
Nobody gets to play in the Allman Brothers through their formative years and then move on to Musical Director and keyboard chair for the Rolling Stones among countless other prestigious gigs. Chuck is R&R royalty.
love the fact he has a Chopin book on the piano
Monster maestroooo!!!
Yes, but he's TALKING whole playing all tgat crazy stuff! That makes it even more insane!
Where can you find those blues licks
good clear-headed stuff
Maestro
Thank you, buddy!
Esse cara é muito bom
My word!!!!
Chuck’s piano doesn’t have as many bad notes on it as mine does.
Fantastic player! no wonder Clapton used him on his unpluged album.
Dude.. 😍 💯
Wow!!
Chuck Leavell is fuckin' awesome!
Brilliant! I give up!!!
It's so easy when you know how!
Holy fuck ... Chuck !!! Maestro
Chuck Leavells a bad dude,
So hot!!...Love chucks style!!
My favourite part of this video is his frequent use of the adverb "just".
too too good......
I don't think it's a coincidence that this man has the same first name as Chuck Norris.
smooth
Amazing player and he plays everything like it`s nothing.
Like buttah!
Chuck, you have a nice voice too... shoud do some singles!
Chuck is one of my favorite piano players, and this sounds awesome, but I wonder why he's playing it out of C? The Allman Brothers always played it out of D! So does the Tedeschi Trucks Band.
out of earth......
The Bob Ross of piano
@pyannaguy Listened to Kenny Wayne, & from the angle of the camera, I'm sure he'd simply the transpose button! lol No, he's great, & sooo comfortable in A, but I can cop almost everything he did, but in C, G, etc. But there's a distinct "slide-off" the flat/sharp that's missing from every riff he plays. He's absolutely great, and I take nothin' away from him, but as a multi-instrumentalist/songwriter, I'm just gonna' have to hit "transpose", or make my live band detune to C when I hit lotto! lol
Is there a complete thing? Where can I have it?
You can do it, just practice a few all the days
Oh yeah, now I got it. Haha
Step 1: Be Chuck Leavell. Now......
"The Peoples Key" Am I the only blues player who finds my easiest or best sounding riffs (due to sliding off of sharps & flats) in C, then G, then F, getting progressively harder in in most other keys? And why didn't anyone hit the first guitar maker in the head when he tuned his first guitar in E, instead of C?
I don't think this is just a practice thing. Some of my riffs just can't be played in certain keys! Anyone else? Chuck, am I alone here???
Can anyone keep an eye on his hands?
Massive car manufacturer recalls
Just watched a video where Memphis Slim played only with a drummer (firing the other guys), probably because the bass & guitar players (Elmore James) couldn't play blues in C!
I thought it was in D
It is!
Holy guacamole
I want to be you!!! loool...
Although the Stones are a great band I always felt it wasn’t the right band for Chuck to express himself on the keyboard…..great hands……
Bobby Whitlock sent me here
Chuck is an outstanding keyboard player. Always a joy to listen to him play acoustic or electric piano.
Wow!!