Mark Knopfler & Chet Atkins - Instrumental Medley
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- čas přidán 31. 05. 2008
- Mark Knopfler and Chet Atkins play "I'll see you in my dreams" and Imagine live at Secret Policeman's Third Ball 1987.
'Imagine' by John Lennon.
Great stuff.
Enjoy! - Hudba
I worked for a coffee company in Nashville during the late 80s. Chet's studio was one of my stops. I walked in one day and Chet and Mark were sitting on a couch picking. After stalling around the coffee bar, Chet said I was welcome to listen. Amazing 30 minutes watching two masters work on a song.
Mesmerizing! Wowzerz!
Wow!
What a blessing my friend!
Incredible ! Thanks for sharing !
That had to be incredible!
He knows all the chords.
😄
😂
Also have a daytime job he is doing alright 😂
😄😄😄
mind, he's strictly rhythm, he don't want to make it cry or sing,..
The total look of ease and relaxation, the complete absence of ego. That's what greatness looks like.
I thought the same, in alchemy Mark sings, plays the guitar and for me it seems he's thinking about something else.
You're right it is.
BINGO!
So many comments like yours on here
It’s like they’re playing because they love playing music 😂. Too many egos playing pretentious nothing nowadays.
The feeling is so pure
Look how much the guitar master, Chet, appreciates his buddy Mark. And how much Mark appreciates Chet.
I love the joy on their faces as they have this friendly musical conversation. CZcams needs a ❤️ button for videos like this.
❤
And a musical orgasm on 1:37 ;-)
Mr. Chet Atkins didn't just sit down with anyone and play. He said Mark was one of the best guitarist he'd ever played with.
Люблю дайр стретс, Марка Кнопфлера, Чет Аткинс, недавно начал слушать, это что то! Шедевры
He played a lot with Jerry Reed which is a guitar legend IMHO.
and Steve Wariner
Chet's favourite was Tommy Crook, who nobody has heard of, who played at the airport Sheraton in Tulsa.
Mark comes out the gates as we would expect, and it’s incredible, but Chet takes his first solo and Mark has the same reaction we all did and couldn’t hide it if he tried! This is of the finest things in life right here, thank you gents 👏❤️🎸🎸🎶🎶🔥🔥🔥
Yes, he did!
Artists like these two gentlemen make me calm and peaceful. Rare moments when you don't see but hear the beauty
Love your words ❤
Look at them yoyo's
That's the way you do it!
chicks for free :)
You play that guitar on the MTV.
@@michaelbauers8800
Well, them groupie girls ain't what they're cracked up to be
:-D
watergod 83 Have you heard the song “Money for nothing”?
The first lyric refers to musicians that the narrator calls “yo-yo’s”.
phast1 he’s a liberal he wouldn’t understand
This really is one of the greatest videos of all time. Don’t take it for granted.
Totally fantastic two of the very best
Absolutely agreed. One of the few times in history that two guitar gods have performed together on stage, and two absolutely fantastic melodies.
Woh, your comment made me feel really emotional. 😢 So very true.❤❤❤
The only time I’ve seen mark as the student, not the master. Absolutely wonderful
other way around, see mk plays all genres, but Chet had a special place in his heart for Tommy Emmanuel
Still couldn’t get an CGP though 😂
@@DanFernandesBenficaSaint CGP?
@@dhammdeepbhagatdd Certified Guitar Player. Chet Atkins bestowed that title to the guitarists he admired, and felt contributed to the legacy of guitar playing
@@stuarthearn9890 p
Jesus, they make it look like they just stand behind the guitar and it just plays itself. This is truly a masterpiece. I figure it’s been out there for a while but I just came across it. What an Easter egg to find!!
I find it amazing when musicians play licks and look at each other and smile... things only they can understand
arnob chowdhury musical conversations only they would have and understand.
People, they're skilled musicians not gods.
@@markducharme9518DUCHARME, has anybody said they worshiped them? They are consumate artists. And are being revered as such. Get your knockers unknotted.
Funny, I thought that, too. Well said.
@@markducharme9518 guitar gods!!
1:34 I really like when chet sweeps and Mark makes the 'oh my god' face. Then Mark thrown a little sweep in on his next solo
I love the way they complement, rather than compete with each other. A master class by two geniuses. Probably the best instrumental version of Imagine I’ve heard.
@@duelenigma7732 I have it.
I so agree with you.
But also Chet consistently smoked Mark! Solo sections for I'll See You In My Dreams, Mark was keeping it very to the melody, Chet was shredding all over it, basically saying "I know this tune inside and out". To me, it was like Chet had an air of "Think you can outrun this old man?" a little cheeky competition, if you ask me. Love it.
At 1:34 Mark rechts visually to Chets Sweep Picking, at 2:08 He says OK herein i come.
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The world is a better place because these cats put this out there. I can't stop smiling!
When I was about 7 my dad would play Chet Atkin's records while we sat together on a big chair at night before bed and I would fall asleep there with him and I would wake up in my bed safe and sound the next morning - some of the best memories I have.
That’s a really nice comment, bud.
Awesome, I have a seven year old right now. Time to make some memories for here 🙂.
Beautiful....
That is beautiful.
@@ryangregohara Me too. He loves Dire Straits already. All is not lost.
Them two playing together is the holy grail of collaborations.
Amen to that brother it doesn't get any better
Chet and Glenn would be even more epic.
@@ethanweeter2732 Check out Chet and Jerry Reed for epic guitar mastery.
I Covent the respect and love these two friends have
It’s like they are talking to each other…. and having a great conversation. What talent. FANTASTIC!!!!
Fascinating, isn't it? So cool. :D
That’s what musicians do. Hard to explain.
The emotions on Marks face say it all. Completely different style to dire straits, but it's him at his best. This performance is not a one off, their Neck and Neck album is a must for anyone who thinks they know Mark Knopfler. Chet brings out the musicality of Mark like no one else, both legends in their own right.
@@truthseeker7794 You clearly don't know what you're hearing and listening to
I agree it's Knopfler at his best, and Atkins still has it, they were awesome together
Dire Straits was to sell music to the public. The public does not know good quality music... Thats why so many no talent bands have made it to the top .... Producers know what sells ... garbage sells.. especially today..
Mark is a master. Most people don't even know.
This is brilliant, but then again, both of them usually are! Don't really agree that this is MK at his best. I prefer him when he performs his own songs, he is such a great composer and he is better than anyone I know at enhancing a song with his timing and phrasing. Dire Straits is just a small (but equally great) part of his legacy.
Совершенно согласна с вами!💓
Two simple tunes embellished to perfection by true masters. It's like DaVinci and Michaelangelo painting a barn together.
So very, very well said, for they are on the level of the painters you mentioned, these two people are the world's finest players, we are so lucky to see them together, playing together, such a rare and unlikely event. Love it!!!
What a brilliant analogy
That is ONE mighty fine looking barn though.
Putting aside there are many, many guitarists that could fit the bill as DaVinci's or Michaelangelo's. What I find intriguing is that you picked a barn as their canvas 🤔
@@UserName_no1 The choice of "painting a barn" was to draw attention to the overall simplicity of the songs they chose to play. Many people could play versions of those songs, but most could not add the layers of texture, feel, and flourish that those two did in that performance. Anyone could paint a barn, but...
Metal: "we invented sweep picking" Chet: "hold muh beer"
V Four watch Jerry’s breakdown when Chet and Jerry Reed preformed it he has an electric part where he sweep picks and it’s jarring.
Saying metal invented sweep picking is like saying Tiger Woods invented golf. Gypsy jazz players have been doing it since the late 1800s
Well just understand that Chet Atkins had as much to do with inventing sweet picking as he did inventing the light bulb.
@Jacques Shellacques Niccolo Paganini played guitar too, but guitar wasn't considered classy back then. I'll bet he did some sweep picking as the guy invented "shred" violin.
And Django could do it with only 2 fingers!
Their version of "imagine" is the greatest possible tribute to Lennon. And is beautifully rendered...
I love that Mark gives Chet so much respect, he is in awe despite being the maestro he is! Chapeau
People like these two make the world a happier place. You can't put a price on that.
Ahh, these comments are filled with such positivity on such a positive video. I wish the world had more of this--
Yep.. me too
Imagine there's no heaven. Mark and Chet will be in my heart playing their heavenly music.
Check Atkins is the only guy who can play such complex things and look almost like he's not paying attention
True!
@@robertcronin6603 I think it's fair to say that Chet had nothing but the greatest of respect for Mark and recognised his genius, while Mark always knew he was in the presence of the true master. Both legends.
Chet just on another technical level
@@martinrobinson8200 Knopfler is only playing with him because Chet is one of his musical heroes. This was a dream come true for Mark Knopfler.
@@doylestevenson7395 It really does go 'Chet Atkins' then everyone else.
Can't decide wether to burn my guitars or practice more after seeing this. Every note seemed spot on
Yes, me too. When I see something like this I realize, no I don't really play guitar.
Dale Practice more o’ course ! Don’t waste time & energy comparing yourself to masters...no matter how good you get there’s always someone better...& lots worse ! Do your thing, it’s not a competition (
Dale I should burn mine but then realize no matter how much I practice or play, this level of skill is damn near impossible. They make it look so easy too.
I do know that feeling but i can't keep my hands off my guitar no matter how bad i sound in comparison, it's an addiction so i persist.
pisses me off when they don't even look at the guitar just have a little chat
Unreal. Atkins looks like he could do this in his sleep. Masters.
+colin poitras He used to have to sleep in a straight backed chair as a youth because of painful asthma. He would play till he fell asleep with his guitar in his lap. Indeed he and that instrument are one being.
+colin poitras He could, when he was young, he used to play till he fell asleep, probably after that too.
same goes for Mark. he said the same thing
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I think he has.
Knopfler is a sculptor. No one plays like him. With so much expression with each note.
Both of them!
@@sergionavarro3865Chet is the cleanest purest player. Never an untasteful note.
I never knew this duet existed. It's sparkling. Two of the best at mixing expressive playing with stunning virtuosity.
They did an album/cd together. Worth every penny. Amazing.
I can't imagine more class on a single stage, with fewer people involved.
Nor me Craig. Utter class. 👍
It's quite amazing. The calm mastery, the psychic connection, the virtually flawless execution. I've watched this performance a dozen times and am still in awe of it.
Agreed
Had tears in me eyes listening to this..
Two total legends.
How come I had this big grin on my face while watching these two men play, and couldn't stop??
+tiffsaver I dunno, they kept looking at each other like a pair of homosexuals - maybe that was it ?!
+heelfan1234
Very mature there, heelfan
+heelfan1234 That's called mutual admiration.
+tiffsaver damn! me too.. what an absolute delight listening to this
+tiffsaver Probably because you have good taste. :)
My Dads two fave guitar players. My Dad was at this level of playing. RIP Dad.
Sorry for your loss buddy
Follow his footsteps and try reach a level higher. He will probably help you
lewi Kono but hes dead lol
That's my nick name JJ. My dad loved music and always supported my guitar playing. RIP both our Dads. Thanks JJ
@@hinault851st thanks buddy appreciate your words
16 yrs late, This is fabulous!
For some strange reason, I bet Glenn Campbell was watching this.
the work these two produced together is some of the best guitar music of all time
Brings me back,to my youth.the name Chet Atkins what a musician.Brilliant.I am 77 now.
I love how Mark Knopfler is feeling his way through his notes and Chet is emoting his way through his, two masters at work
It don't get any better than that, anywhere, anytime. Two of the very best on the world ! 👍🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Absolutely!
You could throw Tommy Emmanuel into the mix...🤔😁👍
Two master musicians! What a joy.
This is real music! I love when Mark is soloing he is looking towards Chet like he is his father looking for his dotingapproval. It's beautiful.
He must have thought that he was so lucky to have the talent that allowed him to play with one of the old masters. Chet thought that Mark was a fine guitarist and this is no small thing.
Richard Davis No luck about it! This man worked his ass off to get there! Same with Chet's other protégés, such as Tommy Emmanuel. He is the epitome of a hard worker! You and I could also accomplish this height of musicianship and mastery if we were to put in this kind of effort!!
Willie Jacobsen uxi
And Chet looks like the proud Dad, hearing his influence (and due respect) coming from the amazing musician next to him. Bless them both, what great gifts they share!
Jonny Funk whatever 🙄🤪
This is a heartwarming video. Two guys from different cultures, different generations, coming together over music, each seeming willing to respect and learn from the other. I'm nearly in tears.
It’s where the Delta meets the Tyne, as Mark would say.
Completely agree. As much as I love Mr. Knopfler as a songwriter and player, my level of respect for him as a person went through the roof when he did this project 'Neck and Neck' w/ Mr. Atkins. I bought the album the day it was released and remains a favorite. I love the sense of lightness and levity. It's just fun.
Thanks for sharing. The same for me.. makes me feel like a father & his son
Sure glad I found this. Their music goes way beyond the familiarity of their names taking us all to a Better place, and us Mortal musicians to keep searching until we as well feel we've reached the same. And, then keep going because you can never be good enough as these Gentlemen Musicians have shown us.
The collaboration album, Neck and Neck, released by these two in 1990, is fabulous. Their admiration for each other clearly comes through in so many tracks.
Must've been amazing for Mark to play with one of his idols. He looked like he was having a great time!
Chet: "Hey, this kid can play!"
Mark: "Holy Christ, I'm playing with Chet!!!!"
Pretty much.
The Audience: "Holy shit this is magical"
HOLY SHIT I'M JAMMIN WITH MARK
Your comment is very nice. 🥰 🥰 🥰
3:44-4:28 there is so much going on there. I love how they switch rhythm and lead patterns. Very tasteful conversation between the guitars. As if they're talking with one another.
Mark and Chet in the same room together? Pinch me. I must be dreaming. This is beautiful.
I love how well matched they are and yet Mark still shows utmost respect for Chet. You can see so many of Chet’s influence and flourishes in Marks work. Phenomenal musicianship!
Now I love Mark Knopfler, but I can't help but read his mind when he smiles so boyishly at the beginning. I bet he's thinking... "Look at me, Look at me!!! I'm playing with Chet Atkins!!!" Ha ha ha... These gentlemen sure do make it look easy!
Knopfler and Atkins, It doesn't get any better than that!
yea
Glen Campbell
Atkins and Reed?
I love that look of shock and awe that jumps onto Mark's face when Chet goes for the first time. :)
Love the tribute of " Imagine " . Respect and Rememberance.
It took big balls to get on stage with Chet Atkins, and I have to say Knopfler did a great job!
No flashing lights, dancing girls or fancy outfits just raw musicians......... I'm in !
i come back to to this song every two weeks lol. What a masterpiece
Brings me to tears. Nothing more beautiful than these two extraordinary guitarists. No words.
This is what truly impressive guitar playing sounds like. Not impressing friends and your ability to "solo" in the E pentatonic. It may fool most but this is the real deal. And the fact that it's a finger picked duet they played without rehearsal is just astounding. Chet gets the respect he deserves but poor Mark doesn't! Listen to his choices in notes and voicings during the parts he takes lead. Knopfler is a genius and I'm glad his dream came true to play with his favorite artist Chet!
Stefan Grossman and John renbourn are the only two that catch the magic like these two guys, though they have played together for many years.
Mark Knopfler - the coolest man who ever lived
U got that rite
The real life guitar george
Al Bundy He‘s still alive btw.
Wellllll. Billy Gibbons and Steve McQueen get the top two steps on the podium.
@@ollie5845 Guitar George doesn't make it cry or sing
Many of the comments indicate what a "timeless" piece this is. I could listen to these gentlemen forever. While obviously passionate about their craft, they come across as very nice people.
@Hello John how are you doing
You can surely see that they have respect for one another, and are so enjoying themselves. What a treat! What a joy to share with all of us!
Who is watching and enjoying this in 2019? I know I still am...timeless piece of 2 masters at the guitar!
Ofcourse someone does. Briljant couple.
Richard Obdeijn having a chilled out evening in Queensland Australia. Cheers from here🍻
I am !!!
I saw this when I was 12 and now I'm 44 years old but still I like it much!
I am still listening in 2019! Classic masters, never equaled!
You can see and feel the love, respect and empathy two geniuses had for each other. How beautiful.
Yes, and Mark realizes Chet's superiority and does not challenge it. He smiles and shares it.
I would never have thot this version of ‘See You in My Dreams” could come close to the one Chet cut with Merle Travis. I have a new respect for Mark Knopfler - just outstanding!
And this is very simple compared to the stuff he can put together.
Two of the best guitarists that ever lived 🥰
Probably more like two of the best CELEBRITY guitarists that every lived.
So awesome. The expressions on Marks face are priceless. Just being on stage with the king, shows on Marks face as being so a humbling experience to play along with Chet Atkins. I love Marks attitude so much.
Two masters of their art and from different generations...greatness doesn't need to COMPETE.
This performance really reminds me of my grandpa who thought me how to play the guitar, we used to play like this every weekend at evening when he's still alive. This video legit made my eyes teary. Good times.
they are literally talkin back and forth thru the mostbeautiful licks
Beautiful duet! The more I learn about Knopfler the more I respect him as a musician and a man!
Still one of the best videos ever to come back and chill to. Absolute magic - the kind that's hard to see these days.
The level of skill on display here is out of this world.
I’m enjoying this so much! Mark has the most endearing, genuine smile!
As a somewhat-respectable (non-pro) guitarist who has truly always loved the instrument and the people who play them ~ I find it amusing when I see headers like 'World's greatest guitarist' and the like. Atkins is one of the greatest pickers of the 20th Century and Knopfler one of the most uniquely-gifted rockers ~ who as one can plainly hear can play way outside of the rock genre. You cannot miss the mutual admiration seen on this clip. What lovely playing!
couldn't agree more dude.
Exactly. I'm sure Chet would have said and Mark would say 'there is no greatest/best guitarist'. Two of my 'favorites'.
No matter how many times I watch this I am still in awe. Watching these masters at work is timeless.
4:21
Your vibrato Mark will always be in my heart every winter
The ultimate bromance - both enjoying the beauty of each other's playing. Love revisiting this performance ❤
Mark is one of the greatest guitar players and never get a mention.
God. Dear God. You can tell that was a really magical moment for Mark.
This version of "Imagine" is MAGIC! I listen to it a LOT! Thanks for positing it amigo
Two of my all time guitar heroes, when they played "imagine" it sent shivers through me, absolutely fantastic
You see? Mark Knopfler plays without plectrum. whipes his nose, now and then. He plays what no one can so effortless. Awesome!
Feel!
It is unnatural how effortless they make that look. What spectacular performances.
Two of the greatest music Masters in the world! Jamming together- what a TREAT! 🎸
2 Two legendary guitar players at the same time. We live in great times.
Two amazing artist here!!! Master guitarist doesn't even begin to describe them...
you got that right!
Jerry Seinfeld and George Bush just jammin
HAHAHAHAH. Really does look like Jerry huh
I hate Bush. He's been blaming me for the things he had done since 2001.
😜😃😃....They do look look like Seinfeld & Bush 😃
By the way they are my favorite🙏💪 😉
This is an extremely underrated comment
From opposite sides of the world comes excellence that brings the world together.
So grateful to be alive during the lives of these two great musical masters.
@Hello Ferris how are you doing
A master and his apprentice. You see the love and respect here. Knopfler understands how much more there is to learn and the interplay between them captures it so well. No wonder this has 10 million views - I never get tired of it and I'm sure many others feel the same. Music is timeless.
I always come back to this video every once and a while, I’m always almost in tears at just the pure beauty of their playing just absolute love and passion for what they do
Its beautiful
Same here. Sublime
I cried as a strong man..nothing to be ashamed at there. This performance was epic.
They're as good as good gets - and music that sweet has to come from a sweet place inside them...
Every couple of days for me. This song really hits home like no other for just two legends meddling around.
Absolutely beautiful, just two masters in the moment, complimenting one another
Two legends❤😊
I watch this and as a struggling 60 year old guitarist who started way too late in life, I feel like crying. Youngsters watching this, practice and realize that you will give yourself a gift that no one can take from you. I have a cousin who is older than me. My godmother made him take the guitar when he was young and practice every day. He hated it then but thanks her now for giving him the thing that gives him such great joy, the ability to play.
1:10 - beat that grandpa
1:36 - ok im done
This comment should be top lol
Winning! But not like Charlie Sheen winning.
That’s for sure why Chet let him solo first
Watching Mark react to Chet's infamous sweep was just pure gold! I had CHILLS watching and listening!
The expression on Mark's face is OH so awesome. That says it all!!
Two amazing artists. One master class. A
I've just had the joy and honour of singing 'Imagine' to myself, with backing from two of the best guitarists ever. You can do the same. What a time we live in! 😄 Priceless video.