How to play Hotel California by The Eagles without the use of a capo (Tutorial)

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  • How to truly play Hotel California without the use of a capo
    In Bm and Am .The complete tutorial video
    When I first went on line, looking for some video clip about how to play the guitar on Hotel California by the Eagles, without the use of a capo. I was quite surprised to find there was hardly any, or at least anything that was easy and simple enough for most to learn and play. While some of the videos on You Tube were great, I personally thought they were not realistic and friendly enough for most beginners, especially, the fingers stretching. Not having the biggest of hands my self, these methods just won't work for me, and not to mention, how does one playing it standing up with the guitar hanging low? After having read some of the comments posted on these videos, I looked into it and came up with my own and made my first video last year(2014). It was probably not the best video, however, I believe the idea is what truly matters. Some of you had requested for an additional of a more detailed tutorial video. After having spent quite a bit of time off and on, and due to other projects I was working with in the same time, it took the longest time for me to get this video done. And I must admit, it was pretty challenging just to put the video together. However, because of the longer time It took, new ideas and improvements came up. Compare to the first video, the new clip should be much better and more complete with fine details. To simplify the lesson, I've purposely changed and left out a few notes, which you could eventually and easily add them up, once you've memorized the melody. I hope this video gives you the help you're looking for, as it was intended to.
    Recorded in Montreal ( Summer and fall of 2015 )
    Dat Nguyen

Комментарии • 182

  • @suyashG1x
    @suyashG1x 7 лет назад +63

    This was the best lesson & closest to the original...thank you very much

  • @ashisrai6265
    @ashisrai6265 7 лет назад +17

    literally when I searched for hotel California intro tutorial in the RUclips, I only found the normal chord playing which is absolutely not helping because everywhere is same but this is the exact intro that the Eagles played . I am so grateful to this video as I was searching for the original intro tutorial. thank you so much sir and God bless you. you are a Star

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  7 лет назад +5

      Ashis Rai . That's awesome. Thanks so much for your comment, it is very much appreciated . Cheers

    • @telesiatafili4565
      @telesiatafili4565 6 лет назад

      Ashàâis Rai lcmm

  • @gopithota21
    @gopithota21 3 года назад +3

    "Simply wow"...

  • @jc.oraclesoundspaces
    @jc.oraclesoundspaces 10 месяцев назад +5

    Please keep producing your fantastic instructional videos, Second to none. Skilful visual positional fretting, not only helps myself but also my students to understand the guitar neck and relationship to voicing chords and notes in different positions of the guitar neck, from nut to bridge. A journey of enlightenment for everyone, thank you lots and lots of from all of use musician guitar learners .

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  9 месяцев назад

      I’m glad it helped. Thanks for taking the time to write your comment. Best.

  • @thophan5055
    @thophan5055 Год назад +3

    Quá tuyệt xin chương trình lưu lại xin cảm ơn nhiều

  • @sanoa124
    @sanoa124 6 лет назад +15

    Once again that I think of the intro. of this song .
    It leads me to this VDO.
    Why didn't I see this 30 years before?
    You're really the best of all tutors.

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  6 лет назад +7

      sanoa124 . I remember going on line looking for a clip on this song, which I couldn’t find any without the capo. Because of it, I’m glad this video was made. Thanks for your comment. Cheers.

  • @lordbeartic1045
    @lordbeartic1045 7 лет назад +26

    This is by far the best and most accurate representation of the original intro that I've seen on a 6 string. Thank you so much for making a tutorial video for it! Always wanted to learn how to play this song.

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  7 лет назад +4

      Lord Beartic Thank you so much for your comment. Glad I've made the video.Cheers

  • @mikerowland2432
    @mikerowland2432 2 года назад +3

    brilliant thank you - what genius and generosity. thank you kindly

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  2 года назад

      Thank you so much, for such an awesome comment. Very much appreciated.

  • @brunopompilius1872
    @brunopompilius1872 3 года назад +5

    Bonsoir à toi 🙏 la 5ème case juste au 9ème case je pense c'est mieux pour apprendre cette chanson tout est dedans Arpèges , solo, et Rythmique également exercices, pour les doigts et Surtout L'original de cette chanson merci beaucoup

  • @stringbean3442
    @stringbean3442 3 года назад +7

    Good tutorial, way better then the other intro videos ive seen. I have been searching for 6months trying to find a decent explanation and for a intro that sounds right. I know this is old but just want to say thanx and solid job.

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for taking the time to write your comment, it’s very much appreciated Cheers

  • @gadangfawwaz6389
    @gadangfawwaz6389 5 лет назад +12

    Thank you so much Sir. Appreciate it🙏. May God always bless you🙏🙏🙏

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  5 лет назад +3

      Gadang Fawwaz Panuntun . You’re very welcome, and thanks for your comment. Cheers

    • @gadangfawwaz6389
      @gadangfawwaz6389 5 лет назад +3

      @@datnguyen7108 cheers. Thank you so much. Again🙏

  •  3 года назад +3

    Amazing tutorial waiting morning to learn it

  • @secod2022
    @secod2022 6 лет назад +11

    Thanks for the calm lesson it's very very good!

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  6 лет назад +3

      Tommy Bengtsson . Thank you for your comment, glad you think so. Cheers.

  • @stevo53
    @stevo53 7 лет назад +15

    You should do some more guitar lessons. I've been playing this with a capo for a while, mainly because it was easier, but you explain this so well that I'm going capoless on this now. Yeah, it's more of a challenge, but I know it will be worth it. Thanks for this vid.

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  7 лет назад +7

      stevo53 . It's probably best to play this song with a capo. However, it wouldn't be possible to switch to all the solo parts in the same time . Which was why I came up with this idea. It's good to know both ways, with and without the capo. Thanks for your comment. Cheers

  • @ritz9975087225
    @ritz9975087225 6 лет назад +14

    I like the way you've shown the tutorial

  • @mouslim77
    @mouslim77 6 лет назад +11

    Bravo pour cette version, vraiment superbe méthode du jamais vu pour les explications merci

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  6 лет назад +2

      mouslim ama . Merci bien pour votre commentaire.

  • @TVDaJa
    @TVDaJa 6 лет назад +15

    Read a few comments and the desciption and I have to say that I really like what you did! I was searching for exactly this.

  • @duongly4419
    @duongly4419 2 года назад +3

    apologize for being a lil too late but this is the best tutorial i could possibly find. Great job!!!

  • @saschalorch2445
    @saschalorch2445 3 года назад +5

    Very deep minded and collected explanation.Greatful lesson for learning this epic song on the guitar.Thank you from Germany.

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  3 года назад +1

      Thank you for your comment. Very much appreciated
      Cheers from Montreal Canada

  • @pablocobrerosbordenave6857
    @pablocobrerosbordenave6857 6 лет назад +13

    Thanks much, man! Very helpful. And the Bane voice gives the tutorial even more charm!

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  6 лет назад +6

      Pablo Cobreros Bordenave
      Hahaha, so I’ve been told about Bane. I hope he’s a good guy! Cheers

  • @bongkoymil6199
    @bongkoymil6199 8 лет назад +15

    very good tutorial.
    the frets are even mark makes a lot easier to follow.

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  8 лет назад +6

      Thanks. I'm glad you took notice about the frets. Not sure why people haven't done it already.

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  7 лет назад +2

      Huỳnh đức Hạnh . Rất tiểc chú không có tài liệu nào khác ngoài video trên. Cháu cố gắng học theo video vài lần sẽ quen, không khó lắm . Chú không để ý nên trả lời trể, mong cháu thông cảm. Thân

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  7 лет назад +3

      Huỳnh đức Hạnh . Cháu nên tập từng phần thôi, dễ hơn. Khi nào được một phần, hãy tập phần kế tiếp, sẽ được . Đừng nản chí. Cho chú hay tin.

  • @somsamayvisoonalat7572
    @somsamayvisoonalat7572 5 лет назад +9

    fantastic ways thank you

  • @msasmay
    @msasmay 5 лет назад +10

    Awesome dude, i've been looking for this for years

  • @emilloffler1216
    @emilloffler1216 2 года назад +3

    Very well done, the tutorial I have been waiting for. I k now the normal chords , but it's those higher up on the neck are the special chords I've been looking for.

  • @JYOTISHA_GP
    @JYOTISHA_GP Год назад +3

    You have explained very well! Nice and slow. Please keep it up

  • @tonyc185
    @tonyc185 3 года назад +4

    Amazing video tutorial! Thanx for sharing such a great job with all of us!

  • @plgplgplg
    @plgplgplg 5 лет назад +12

    Great vid my man. The (now obvious) E9 voicing was all I really needed but you boiled this one down to a bunch of really good alternative voicings. Much appreciated and subbed.

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  5 лет назад +6

      plgplgplg. I was so thrilled to have discovered a way to play some of these chords such as E9 and F7 without the help of a capo, especially not having to stretch your fingers out.
      It is refreshing to hear it from someone else. Thanks for taking the time to point it out.
      Cheers.

  • @tinnguyen3625
    @tinnguyen3625 3 года назад +4

    Awesome \m/\m/
    Nice tutorial. Thank you!

  • @johncarlongojo7748
    @johncarlongojo7748 6 лет назад +2

    What type of chords is that

  • @vicorochavidal535
    @vicorochavidal535 6 лет назад +15

    the best tutorial ever

  • @RomanYuzhny
    @RomanYuzhny 5 лет назад +4

    Гитара хорошо настроена, отличные биения гармоник!!!

  • @DmitiySmirnov
    @DmitiySmirnov 6 лет назад +6

    Спасибо.Очень хорошо.Ты лучший.

  • @wahyusudrajat3971
    @wahyusudrajat3971 5 лет назад +5

    listen to what the old man say
    ou, it's awesome by the way thanks man

  • @paulreeves6071
    @paulreeves6071 6 лет назад +9

    This is awesome. Easy & quick to learn

  • @joazralte
    @joazralte 5 лет назад +7

    Beautiful 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @hkgerukulelebag2413
    @hkgerukulelebag2413 7 лет назад +11

    Very nice tutorial ! Thanks for sharing !

  • @jakehudson1163
    @jakehudson1163 5 лет назад +6

    My man

  • @Imukuppilapsi
    @Imukuppilapsi 3 года назад +6

    This lesson summed up by the master himself: @9:29

  • @summerof6967
    @summerof6967 7 лет назад +11

    I like the way you teach

  • @davishghurday3518
    @davishghurday3518 5 лет назад +8

    This guy lifts..

  • @soetanaditiawarman2576
    @soetanaditiawarman2576 6 лет назад +11

    Great! thanks you made it simple...

  • @f.a.t8596
    @f.a.t8596 3 года назад +4

    You have explained very well! Nice and slow. Please keep it up. 😀

  • @Juaan1211
    @Juaan1211 5 лет назад +6

    Thank you

  • @giorgos208
    @giorgos208 5 лет назад +8

    Thank you very much...

  • @fredcr1708
    @fredcr1708 6 лет назад +10

    fantastic, thank you very much

  • @georgeha2
    @georgeha2 8 лет назад +9

    very nice

  • @leonghf777
    @leonghf777 7 лет назад +7

    thank you so much,this is what i looking for..

  • @michaelparker3105
    @michaelparker3105 7 лет назад +12

    This is a really good lesson, really well done.

  • @alikhorram1283
    @alikhorram1283 6 лет назад +13

    Fantastic video and tutorial. Thanks a lot

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  6 лет назад +1

      Thanks Ali Khorram . Very much appreciated . Cheers

  • @timthomas9785
    @timthomas9785 7 лет назад +9

    Fantastic !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @kriengsaka9326
    @kriengsaka9326 8 лет назад +10

    Very Very useful and Thank You so much for your tutorial

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  8 лет назад +4

      Awesome ! Glad you think so. Thanks for your comment. Regards.

  • @SalmiRahman
    @SalmiRahman 6 лет назад +13

    omg! that's mr. jigsaw playing guitar :O

  • @dondeathtime
    @dondeathtime 6 лет назад +8

    Thanks!!

  • @anuprai4034
    @anuprai4034 6 лет назад +8

    Sir..Thank u for lesson

  • @AWTSHEESH
    @AWTSHEESH 7 лет назад +10

    thankyou sir for this tutorial!

  • @reddead1360
    @reddead1360 7 лет назад +5

    It doesn't matter who we are... what matters is our plan...

  • @user-qb8uj4hv8s
    @user-qb8uj4hv8s 5 лет назад +9

    Youre really cooool! Thanx!

  • @sorendefre1674
    @sorendefre1674 6 лет назад +9

    BRILLIANT!!! Thank you Dat.

    • @heartstar37
      @heartstar37 6 лет назад +4

      Soren Defre I agree!

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  6 лет назад +3

      Soren Defre .Thanks for your comment . Very much appreciated. Cheers.

  • @MarkusWutte
    @MarkusWutte 7 лет назад +11

    This is great! Thank you!

  • @jeuler237
    @jeuler237 8 лет назад +12

    Thanks for the great tutorial. Helped a lot

  • @s0undv0ice
    @s0undv0ice 7 лет назад +8

    Very Nice!!!!

  • @samyi5774
    @samyi5774 6 лет назад +7

    thank you you are so wonderfull

  • @symoonstar23
    @symoonstar23 7 лет назад +7

    Doesn't matter wht color skin n where he from as long as he is proven yes he can...

  • @ruddig
    @ruddig 7 лет назад +15

    than you so much.. for youre great transcription.. after all who want to use a capo... and ya didi the wrk for me thank you sir

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  7 лет назад +4

      brian lunsford . I'm glad it helped. Thanks for your comment. Cheers

    • @ruddig
      @ruddig 7 лет назад +8

      its was great... i played the song last night at band practice....i play so many covers and do alot of shows and it helps to get accurate transcriptions to songs...it helps for speed and keeping fresh music... thank you again.

  • @takshsrivastava1511
    @takshsrivastava1511 6 лет назад +5

    I have the exatly same guitar

  • @guitarstrings8636
    @guitarstrings8636 6 лет назад +6

    nice

  • @taylortaylor5962
    @taylortaylor5962 6 лет назад +11

    Awesome dat..

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  6 лет назад +4

      Thanks Taylor taylor. Glad you think so. Cheers.

  • @bunsoako9418
    @bunsoako9418 7 лет назад +7

    Nice one thanks 4 sharing dude

  • @joazralte
    @joazralte 5 лет назад +3

    Nice but, its way too slow which you dont have to coz, if some people can't pick it on one go, they can always pause or rewind the video and watch again.

  • @hkchinesecougar
    @hkchinesecougar 7 лет назад +9

    you are a good teacher!

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  7 лет назад +4

      hkchinesecougar . Thanks so much. Always trying my best.Cheers

  • @ravedeadman2789
    @ravedeadman2789 2 года назад +4

    How do you get that sound?!! Sounds amazing!!!!!!

  • @haiyuezhao5914
    @haiyuezhao5914 7 лет назад +10

    Thanks so much!!!!

  • @ayoitscat
    @ayoitscat 8 лет назад +7

    thanks alot dude!

  • @DAHAXXXFTW
    @DAHAXXXFTW 8 лет назад +29

    also you sound like bane from batman :P

  • @loinangpham445
    @loinangpham445 6 лет назад +8

    thanks you...👏👏👏🌹🌹🌹

  • @kabakas2012
    @kabakas2012 7 лет назад +11

    amazing mate

  • @siddoli
    @siddoli 3 года назад +3

    Hi Dat, thanks for the tutorial. I love the no capo version as I learned to play using the bar 7 capo. Is it possible to post the chord shapes as some are tough to see over your fingers. I just want to be certain I've got it right

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  3 года назад +3

      Hi Kevin. Thanks for writing me. Let me know which are the chords you need help with so I could try writing them down somehow and send them to you via email. My email:
      datsky1006@yahoo.con
      My apologies for the late response, I haven’t been to this area for awhile:)
      Best regards

    • @siddoli
      @siddoli 3 года назад +2

      @@datnguyen7108 hi Dat. I managed to work them out. And I've decided to have the capo on bar 2 so I can play deeper sounding chords during verses. Means I have to adjust how I play E9 which is a bit tricky. Thanks again for liberating me from the capo and making this classic riff seem beatable! I'll be playing your version at my band's first get together since lockdown in 2020 this next Saturday. I'll be proud to do it!

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  3 года назад +2

      @@siddoli I’m sure you’ll figure it out somehow with the E9. I’m so happy you found some help from the video. I wish I knew how to play E9 and F#7 without the capo back in the days:)
      Have an awesome time with your band on Saturday, you’re so lucky . Keep on rocking Kevin. Say hi to all for me.
      Cheers.

    • @siddoli
      @siddoli 3 года назад +2

      @@datnguyen7108 hi. I surrendered as I found it too difficult to transpose the chords with capo on 2. I'm back with your original version and I'm slowly getting there 😊

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  3 года назад +1

      @@siddoli Hi Kevin. If I understand correctly, you might find some help towards near the end of the video where I played it on Am. Cheers

  • @lowcheokchow
    @lowcheokchow 7 лет назад +6

    Easy way to play this song.

  • @ciceropedro6192
    @ciceropedro6192 Год назад +3

    Muito bom👏👏👏👏👏

  • @morehumorehu4861
    @morehumorehu4861 7 лет назад +7

    Awesome!! Thank you for sharing your skills, Dat.
    I'll crack- it....eventually.
    Gonna have some fun with the cheats goin' on, lol, brilliant stuff.
    Can't believe there's dislikes tho'!
    Top guns don't knock down tutors of different levels or players, they don't need to.
    As for me.... Subbing, and recommending.

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  7 лет назад +2

      Morehu Morehu . Thank you for taking the time to write your comment. I'm so glad you liked the video. As for the dislikes, I'd guess it's just part of RUclips. My apology for such a late response, nonetheless very much appreciated. Cheers.

    • @morehumorehu4861
      @morehumorehu4861 7 лет назад +2

      Dat Nguyen, awesome mate, apology very warming thank you.
      I consider people as youself, instructing less fortunates as myself, very blessed and sharing your blessing with us I am thankful.
      Your continued instructional presence is for me the most important of all replies. Thank you Dat'

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  7 лет назад +1

      Thank you Morehu Morehu. I’m touched. Keep rocking. Cheers from Montreal :)

  • @joellister7741
    @joellister7741 8 лет назад +4

    any tabs?

  • @nevertoooldto
    @nevertoooldto 6 лет назад +6

    I mean good lessons

  • @daydreamer1246
    @daydreamer1246 5 лет назад +8

    Is Sir Clint Eastwood teaching how to play Hotel California?

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  5 лет назад +3

      Quan Tran . Haha! Awesome. Thanks for the fun comment.
      Cheers.

    • @gingerbeer914
      @gingerbeer914 5 лет назад +2

      Right turn, Clyde!

  • @mrwafu7792
    @mrwafu7792 6 лет назад +6

    Can i use acoustic guitar?

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  6 лет назад +2

      Mr Wafu
      You might find it a little harder due to smaller frets. Cheers

  • @theguitarkid2763
    @theguitarkid2763 Год назад +2

    Hi love the. Video. Thnx . Please can u share tablature 😢

  • @parengewes7436
    @parengewes7436 8 лет назад +14

    Excellent

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  8 лет назад +7

      BiGdADDy VerzOSA Awesome. Very much appreciated. Thanks.

    • @parengewes7436
      @parengewes7436 8 лет назад +7

      Looking for more ser, cheers kampai!

  • @laddaevolta
    @laddaevolta 7 лет назад +12

    thanks! this is easy =)

  • @niemhoai5046
    @niemhoai5046 Год назад +2

    Hay lắm luôn

  • @hongtran7517
    @hongtran7517 7 лет назад +5

    chú ở montreal chỗ nào để con đem tập qua học với :D

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  7 лет назад

      Tokm Tran . Chào cháu. Chú xin lỗi đã trả lời trể, vì lâu không vào RUclips . Chú hiện ở tại Laval. Cháu ở đâu?

    • @hongtran7517
      @hongtran7517 7 лет назад +1

      Dat Nguyen hi chú .cháu ở tp montreal

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  7 лет назад

      Tokm Tran. Hi cháu, thế là không xa nhau bao nhiêu. Đây là Email của chú, khi nào có dịp và nếu muốn học thêm, cháu cứ liên lạc với chú:) datsky1006@yahoo.com

  • @unnamed2218
    @unnamed2218 2 года назад +1

    any effects ?

  • @user-wk8oe5bv8r
    @user-wk8oe5bv8r 6 лет назад +3

    helloสวัสดีครับ

  • @NMC2018
    @NMC2018 5 лет назад +4

    ASMR

  • @hoangan7125
    @hoangan7125 8 лет назад +6

    Excellent!!! Bravo Man! Are u Vietnamese???

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  8 лет назад +2

      Thank you Hoang An, for your comment . Cheers.

    • @davidzdolec6095
      @davidzdolec6095 8 лет назад +2

      Amplifier settings?Thanks

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  8 лет назад +2

      +David Zdolec .i recorded this clip using Cubass AI 7. Very basic setting without any fx other than a little bit of chorus. Cheers

  • @DAHAXXXFTW
    @DAHAXXXFTW 8 лет назад +10

    go blue ;D

  • @Igris9808
    @Igris9808 Год назад

    I think you don't need to go into this much detail with this song because those who opt. To play the song this way are not beginners so.
    Just increase the speed a bit.
    Btw the lesson was great...

  • @artcastles5245
    @artcastles5245 2 года назад +2

    Nguyen what song did you at the end play. Is it still Hotel Cal?

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  2 года назад

      Hi. If you’re talking about the very end of the video, then the song is called Dark eyed Cajun woman by the Doobie Brothers.

  • @user-wx7zk5gl7i
    @user-wx7zk5gl7i Месяц назад

    Ενδιαφέρομαι και εγώ ! Θα ξεκινήσω με ένα ταληράκι για αρχή !
    Πες μου αν το έχω για να φέρω το κοντέινερ 😊

  • @quino4441
    @quino4441 8 лет назад +9

    Tabs will be appreciated please.

    • @datnguyen7108
      @datnguyen7108  8 лет назад +6

      Very sorry guys, there's no tabs for this video. I'm confident you could do it without the tabs. Cheers

  • @RdfTubzaa-qh6jm
    @RdfTubzaa-qh6jm 10 месяцев назад +2

    ยอดเลย

  • @boyetmaranan5544
    @boyetmaranan5544 6 лет назад +1

    Thanks for the effort. .but id rather use capo. Put in in my pocket till i die.