Live from Home: Chris Thile plays Gillian Welch's "Hard Times" | Live from Here with Chris Thile

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    Chris Thile plays Gillian Welch's "Hard Times" #LivefromHome and invites Cécile McLorin Salvant & Sullivan Fortner, the Indigo Girls, and Mandolin Orange to perform #LivefromHome next!
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  • @64puma64
    @64puma64 Před 4 lety +584

    Even the mandolin didn’t know it could do that.

  • @flightplan1000
    @flightplan1000 Před 4 lety +156

    Y'know Chris, they're doing wonders with decaf coffee now...

  • @benjaminquay
    @benjaminquay Před 4 lety +80

    You've gotta professionally record this version of Hard Times. It's amazing!!

  • @c.a.t.732
    @c.a.t.732 Před 4 lety +143

    What an astonishing performance. My mind was doubly boggled when he ventured up beyond the twelfth fret into what I think of as no-man's land tiny fret-spacing world, and shredded up there as well. The man's talent never ceases to amaze. Thank you Mr. Thile... your spirit is such an inspiration.

    • @jeffgaumond4250
      @jeffgaumond4250 Před 4 lety +5

      That Lohr signed Gibson was a good investment. It takes someone of his talent to bring out its' best.

    • @mattdaaamon
      @mattdaaamon Před 4 lety +5

      its fucking crazy to see someone so casualty crush an instrument like this. This dude is a monster player and arranger.

    • @barbarabaldwin7120
      @barbarabaldwin7120 Před 4 lety +3

      ABOVE 12TH FRET!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @bradkelley8732
      @bradkelley8732 Před 4 lety +4

      yes. beyond the 12th fret is just jaw dropping, but I think all in all, just the arrangement is most astonishing. Not that we hae to rank them. He does so many things well. Wow.

  • @monologtube
    @monologtube Před rokem +3

    The bell was ringing in the same key. ❤

  • @jslate73
    @jslate73 Před rokem +1

    I came before for the virtuosity. I came back for the solace. If I close my eyes and imagine he’s playing in my living room, I feel a little bit better.

  • @robertwilliams-wd6cp
    @robertwilliams-wd6cp Před 4 lety +78

    Mandolin Orange , Yes .

    • @dougb9221
      @dougb9221 Před 4 lety +2

      @@jeffhrsn OK, here's a stab, but I have SO many favorites. I think most would cite Waltz About Whiskey as maybe their most well-known and beloved - and I am totally in that camp too - but my top 3 are: Cavalry, Jump Mtn. Blues, and One More Down.

    • @MattGiere
      @MattGiere Před 4 lety +5

      Old Times and companions, their cover of Spanish Boots of Spanish Leather, Hey Stranger...
      Basically anything that Emily sings on

    • @johnpalgrave6998
      @johnpalgrave6998 Před 3 lety

      MO and WJ's mentioned by Chris Thile - well deserved recognition. . .....

  • @patrickfort4467
    @patrickfort4467 Před 4 lety +279

    Love the song, but could you play a little faster? What, are you just learning that instrument?

    • @pennywebb867
      @pennywebb867 Před 4 lety +8

      🤣😂🤣😂

    • @nathano87
      @nathano87 Před 4 lety +35

      If he keeps this up, he'll be something one day.

    • @troyoswald5683
      @troyoswald5683 Před 4 lety +7

      ;) Great comment Patrick!

    • @bnellie83
      @bnellie83 Před 4 lety +17

      @Iliana Roca sad that you can't tell he's joking. What it's like to be like you?

    • @coryCuc
      @coryCuc Před 4 lety

      @@bnellie83 There's always that one person who doesn't get it. I've wondered the same thing lol.

  • @austenrobinson2747
    @austenrobinson2747 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I don’t know how I missed this 3 years ago but I’m glad I found it today. Probably the greatest mandolin player to ever hold a pick and in a class with geniuses like Mozart as an overall musician. It’s a pleasure and honor to hear him play.

  • @composerguy1437
    @composerguy1437 Před 3 lety +8

    Chris Thile embodies such a stunning combination of artistry, soul, and fierce technical mastery. Such a joy to hear him.
    I'm happy he's on this planet with us.

    • @ejsarkipato
      @ejsarkipato Před rokem

      He is not human, my theory was alien but now I’m leaning AI.

  • @damgoodstuff7185
    @damgoodstuff7185 Před 4 lety +12

    My 3-year-old saw this and asked "Does he have braces?" He remembers your Tiny Desk Concert!

  • @ryanjones7509
    @ryanjones7509 Před 3 lety +12

    I have listened to this many times and you still make me cry every time. Thanks Chris!

    • @monologtube
      @monologtube Před 3 lety +1

      Check out the live performance of this at newport festival .

  • @caitlin.hardee
    @caitlin.hardee Před 4 lety +21

    The skill. It's no newsflash, we all got the memo decades ago, but he still manages to astonish me every time. A force of nature.

  • @coloredpencils01
    @coloredpencils01 Před 4 lety +31

    Would love to hear from the Wailin' Jennys!

  • @zackleisinger5862
    @zackleisinger5862 Před 4 lety +5

    That bass rhythm shift in the chorus is incredible

  • @amongers5745
    @amongers5745 Před 3 lety +2

    I mean. He hits every note.

  • @jaacaamaar
    @jaacaamaar Před 4 lety +7

    Chris isn’t a musician he’s a magician. He doesn’t play music he exudes magic

  • @TSimms7
    @TSimms7 Před 3 lety +2

    Oh boy that was nice on the eardrums

  • @jeffryphillipsburns
    @jeffryphillipsburns Před 3 lety +9

    The particular thing about this performance is that it far transcends a mere display of technical mastery (that’s a big “mere”, I know, but, relatively speaking, mere nevertheless). Rather, it’s a performance of great soul-satisfying depth. Somehow the meager circumstances, an impromptu solo performance at home recorded on a cellphone, make it all the more appealing.

  • @Halfadrop
    @Halfadrop Před 4 lety +1

    that mandolin is made of firecrackers

  • @ellisagutierrez9574
    @ellisagutierrez9574 Před 4 lety +18

    Brandy Carlisle! Love to hear her here on CZcams or Facebook!

  • @camibeth8132
    @camibeth8132 Před 4 lety +1

    Mandolin Orange YES!

  • @pickettmonroe
    @pickettmonroe Před 4 lety +2

    My literal ear worm for a week!

  • @pipercolearchitects
    @pipercolearchitects Před 3 lety +1

    National/Global treasure

  • @michaelbruchas6663
    @michaelbruchas6663 Před 4 lety +1

    Chris - please shoot your videos in horizontal mode - for us to see more! Love you guys!

  • @troyoswald5683
    @troyoswald5683 Před 4 lety +2

    Thanks Chris. We are so lucky!

  • @mikebarg2002
    @mikebarg2002 Před 4 lety +1

    And the crowd goes wild...

  • @douglas_kmg365
    @douglas_kmg365 Před 4 lety +36

    No mandolins were harmed in the making of this video.

    • @davidkobb987
      @davidkobb987 Před 4 lety

      No, but that one is pretty tired now.

    • @davereichert
      @davereichert Před 3 lety

      @@davidkobb987 It probably asked him for a cigarette afterwards.

  • @jonmars9559
    @jonmars9559 Před 4 lety +43

    Most excellent. I admit I thought upping the tempo might come off sounding rushed but on some super human level Chris manages to sing out leisurely and relaxed while playing mandolin at mach speed. Just amazing.

  • @laurajones3902
    @laurajones3902 Před 3 lety +1

    I am amazed. Awesome and much enjoyed! Would love to see your mandolin also if possible..... Just amazing!

  • @beercanburr4058
    @beercanburr4058 Před 4 lety +1

    I don’t know who you are but thank you for that.

  • @TransparentHead
    @TransparentHead Před 3 lety +1

    Chris sure is one stellar human being.

  • @jherte55
    @jherte55 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you for sharing your genius gift which provides a nexus to bond with my musical sons. Jim H Morton, IL

  • @vilmamosier9618
    @vilmamosier9618 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you from Corpus Christi, TX.

  • @patrickt3569
    @patrickt3569 Před 3 lety +1

    Oh this old classic: *shreds*

  • @grussell-dempsey2153
    @grussell-dempsey2153 Před 4 lety +1

    HOLY MULEY COW!! Thanks, Chris. We miss you here in Minnesota. Hope you are back soon.

  • @leemaxwell1912
    @leemaxwell1912 Před 4 lety +1

    Chris, thank you. If you get bored, please, more.

  • @shoobsean
    @shoobsean Před 4 lety +1

    played at .75 speed, it sounds pretty good too, and more physically possible.. lol. really amazing

  • @tom-kz9pb
    @tom-kz9pb Před 2 lety

    The cheerful intro alone was enough to improve mood, even before the lightning-fast strings. Definitely not "too fast", just a perfect speed.

  • @thygevandassen5725
    @thygevandassen5725 Před 4 lety +4

    .... I wish I could send Chris a mental hug for every time I've been blasted away by his music. Maybe I should just start sending him a dollar instead :D

  • @oitsamy
    @oitsamy Před 4 lety +1

    Oh, thanks so much. Be well, stay well.

  • @dharmabam
    @dharmabam Před 4 lety +3

    chris, the number of folk you’ve given the courage to get out of bed this morning. bless ye.

  • @augustwest8851
    @augustwest8851 Před 4 lety +22

    Thanks for your uplifting spirit.

  • @justinmurphy3020
    @justinmurphy3020 Před 4 lety +1

    If only svery mandolinist in lockdown could come out of it sounding like this! Whoa, fantastic Chris ... thank you soooo much

  • @francesrasmussen8710
    @francesrasmussen8710 Před 4 lety +1

    Amazing talent.

  • @ItsYourBoyDaddy
    @ItsYourBoyDaddy Před 4 lety +2

    Good lord, he is a treasure to music!

  • @chrisvorster5951
    @chrisvorster5951 Před 4 lety +4

    Working out all the angst and letting the steam out of the pressure cooker, I get it. Here on the remote southern coast of Oregon we get to spend our self isolation outside on the beach or by a campfire with our friends safely across the flames. You are welcome to come harmonize by my fire any time.

  • @dennisrobinsongardner
    @dennisrobinsongardner Před 4 lety +1

    YYYEEEESSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!

  • @steveking8527
    @steveking8527 Před 4 lety +1

    I am now convinced...you are simply not human. Much respect, Chris. Thank you.

  • @juddeemaxwell7590
    @juddeemaxwell7590 Před 4 lety +1

    Sweet! Thanks for the joyful noise!

  • @johnf5476
    @johnf5476 Před 4 lety +1

    Wonderful …. thank you Chris

  • @DrStich
    @DrStich Před 4 lety +7

    LLoyd Loar never envisioned Chris Thile comin' along...

  • @4Motion54
    @4Motion54 Před 4 lety +3

    Hello Chris, you got me, you got me..... from the first note from your mandolin and the first tone out of your mouth, when you began to sing! Incredible, absolutely incredible.... God bless you and stay safe and well too!

  • @sayetka
    @sayetka Před 4 lety +1

    Always speechless with this guy!

  • @Notchriswigley
    @Notchriswigley Před 4 lety +1

    Gorgeous. I wish you would play with Billy Strings!

  • @theshamm
    @theshamm Před 4 lety +14

    Bless You Lad. “Hard Times” reveal one’s character.

  • @monologtube
    @monologtube Před 4 lety +4

    Unbelievable. Would love to hear the whole Live From Here band play it together in this style.

    • @banjoboston6413
      @banjoboston6413 Před 2 lety

      That would be rllly sick!!

    • @kevinhorton8617
      @kevinhorton8617 Před 2 lety

      @@banjoboston6413 Um, I can send it to you from the 2017 show, your pick (It is blue) I suppose "friend" Kevin Horton.

    • @monologtube
      @monologtube Před 8 měsíci

      @@kevinhorton8617 It's a different version though, not this uptempo.

  • @jimmythefish
    @jimmythefish Před 4 lety +2

    Magic! Thanks so much Chris.

  • @pountner
    @pountner Před 4 lety +1

    Genious keep on doing your great music ✌️😁

  • @richardsanders7566
    @richardsanders7566 Před 4 lety +1

    thank you Chris!

  • @pickettmonroe
    @pickettmonroe Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you

  • @ellenmcintyre1247
    @ellenmcintyre1247 Před 2 lety

    Very intricate- like diamonds hitting the strings....

  • @lawrencetaylor968
    @lawrencetaylor968 Před 2 lety

    Can’t help but love you Chris.

  • @ppybmjc
    @ppybmjc Před 4 lety +2

    You always did lift me up. Then when I moved to Nashville I was briefly a neighbour of Noam also, I met him first when he was rescuing an abandoned dog form our local dog park. I hope both of you and all of yours are well.

  • @matthewlacy7305
    @matthewlacy7305 Před 3 lety

    How does this only have 146K views?

  • @Ad_Hoc124
    @Ad_Hoc124 Před 4 lety +5

    Thank you Chris for giving us this amazing cover- I’ve been hooked. The sped up tempo worked incredibly well. Cheers from NYC- hope all is well

  • @herbertwells8757
    @herbertwells8757 Před 4 lety +4

    I felt much better after listening to this. Thanks, Chris.

  • @bradzabelski
    @bradzabelski Před 4 lety +83

    I can't even hear that fast!

  • @craigferguson1304
    @craigferguson1304 Před 4 lety +2

    So heart warming seeing the artists stranded like the rest of us, reaching out. Enough walls already. And, I do love watching Chris teaching mandolins how to play.

  • @willie1027
    @willie1027 Před 4 lety +24

    A Live From Here video just popped into my feed this morning. I have spent the day falling down it’s rabbit hole. Thanks for my new favorite channel.

  • @56MightyMike
    @56MightyMike Před 4 lety +1

    #LivefromHome is a great idea! Thanks for sharing!

  • @MeaganHanes
    @MeaganHanes Před 4 lety +1

    Always floored by your skills Chris!!!

  • @pjw2000
    @pjw2000 Před 4 lety +55

    Love you for doing this, Chris. To quote author/CZcamsr and fellow beacon of internet wholesomeness John Green (who was quoting Robert Frost), "The only way out is through, and the only way through is together." Cheers.

  • @henrykeibel6516
    @henrykeibel6516 Před 3 lety +1

    gillain and david,
    always Indiigo and ani
    john denver and james taylor !
    mandolin orange.

  • @jolobill
    @jolobill Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks, Chris!!

  • @Kinrath418
    @Kinrath418 Před 4 lety +5

    Wishing you all a safe time ❤️❤️ Love from Australia

  • @bobcherry2202
    @bobcherry2202 Před 4 lety +1

    Just WOW! Such speed and grace combined! A master at play

  • @pandiario1
    @pandiario1 Před 4 lety +1

    thank you

  • @daviddubinsky868
    @daviddubinsky868 Před 4 lety +2

    What a talented guy! I wish you Rolls-Royce money and a paupers heart.

  • @joelbernstein7563
    @joelbernstein7563 Před 4 lety +1

    So good.

  • @RonWinter335
    @RonWinter335 Před 4 lety +2

    Nice...thanks.

  • @dankenny9500
    @dankenny9500 Před 2 lety +1

    Can’t even comprehend that solo at 2:40. My hero!!

  • @dumena
    @dumena Před 4 lety +1

    I was put off by the speed first, but I think now that I've heard and seen this, this was the perfect way to play this song in these particular times. Hard times.

  • @Otterlimits
    @Otterlimits Před 4 lety +1

    Songs in the Key of Clock. So great!

  • @RiffCollector
    @RiffCollector Před 3 lety +1

    Insane musicianship and love for music 👍🏻👌🏻❤️

  • @sonjarobbins7264
    @sonjarobbins7264 Před 4 lety +1

    Gracious, that was fantastic! Thank you

  • @markc2421
    @markc2421 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks Chris

  • @LesThomas
    @LesThomas Před 4 lety +1

    Bravo, you beautiful human being! Thanks Chris.

  • @saxofof
    @saxofof Před 4 lety +1

    WHAT A BLAST !!!

  • @yohenson
    @yohenson Před 4 lety +1

    inspiring-this was the guy who made me pick up a mandolin and learn it. form a bluegrass band. he's good

  • @3DCGdesign
    @3DCGdesign Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you, Chris. Hugs from far away.

  • @stonesinew
    @stonesinew Před 3 lety +1

    I just stumbled across this last night and I must have listened to it twenty times since then. Incredible.

  • @banjoboston6413
    @banjoboston6413 Před 2 lety

    One of the Best songs everrrr!!!!!

  • @billnelson9413
    @billnelson9413 Před 4 lety +1

    That was crazy

  • @phyncke
    @phyncke Před 3 lety +1

    Whew! This is so good!

  • @bertilow
    @bertilow Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you!

  • @mwhawley
    @mwhawley Před 4 lety

    WOOOOO GO ON CHRIS, GO TALK WITH THAT MANDO YOU MANDO MAN

  • @skyjockbill
    @skyjockbill Před 4 lety +1

    I got dizzy watching this! Such a virtuoso, breathtaking.

  • @dubsyboi_games3222
    @dubsyboi_games3222 Před 4 lety +1

    That was soooo amazing

  • @afreebird53
    @afreebird53 Před 4 lety +5

    You inspire me. Bought a mandolin 4 years ago to learn “soon or never” and will continue to learn the music and follow you