6 Levels of Acoustic Blues Guitar!

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  • čas přidán 31. 05. 2024
  • 6 levels of complexity playing the folk/blues song Freight Train! From the basic chords to totally crazy. All tabs available on my Patreon page!
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    0:00 level 1
    0:59 level 2
    1:55 level 3
    2:54 level 4
    4:10 level 5
    5:50 level 6
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Komentáře • 486

  • @FlyingPowers
    @FlyingPowers Před 2 lety +331

    Paul David: “Check out this cool little simple thing”
    Also Paul David: proceeds to shred at levels previously unknown

  • @wizzio1507
    @wizzio1507 Před 2 lety +214

    Looks like I'm early enough, I just wanna say I started looping after seeing you, I love the inspiration and motivation that your content and playing give me. Thank you for making me a better guitarist Paul! Love from Romania

    • @treaceeames4697
      @treaceeames4697 Před rokem

      Early enough for what exactly ?

    • @wizzio1507
      @wizzio1507 Před rokem +3

      @@treaceeames4697 i was early so my comment would get noticed as i wanted to thank paul for inspiring me

  • @radioactivel1609
    @radioactivel1609 Před rokem +22

    This style of playing is exactly what Mark Knopfler introduced me to. He taught me a lot of these folk music kind of techniques that totally blew my mind back then.

  • @ARCHDEACONMUSIC
    @ARCHDEACONMUSIC Před rokem +9

    Tommy Emmanuel is one of the very BEST guitarists I've EVER heard in my life. I had the opportunity to see him live once and even did a meet & greet with him as well. I had him sign my acoustic guitar and we took some pics...great experience all around as the concert was AMAZING as he's is absolutely PHENOMENAL live! Great video! :)

  • @Underdog_Basketball
    @Underdog_Basketball Před rokem

    2:38 cool cats trying to look over the stadium fences and sneak a peak at the concert

  • @rorymon1132
    @rorymon1132 Před 2 lety +292

    This man is insanely talented

    • @wtf235235
      @wtf235235 Před 2 lety +3

      Makes us feel great right :)

    • @christianlacheze3323
      @christianlacheze3323 Před 2 lety +3

      ???
      Are you joking?
      Ever listened to Merle Travis, Doc Watson, Chet Atkins, Jerry Reed, Stefan Grossman, Marcel Dadi, Mark Knopfler, Tommy Emmanuel ?

    • @PJBonoVox
      @PJBonoVox Před 2 lety +39

      @@christianlacheze3323 Calm down sweetheart. Yes, those people are insanely talented too.

    • @massposting6845
      @massposting6845 Před 2 lety +17

      @@christianlacheze3323 just because some people are better than others doesn't discredit someone's talent lmao

    • @josku5
      @josku5 Před rokem +18

      I don’t know if he’s that talented. What I do know is he has put in a lot of effort into playing guitar. Talent is kinda nonsense, you get better at playing by practicing.

  • @michaelcoppola7523
    @michaelcoppola7523 Před 9 dny

    Just discovered this channel today. Props to the CZcams algorithms for leading me here. Great videos my friend, play on

  • @RC32Smiths01
    @RC32Smiths01 Před 2 lety +95

    Highly enjoy the contrast in content between each consecutive level. Makes every one vital from beginner to advanced players, and I will always appreciate a nod to Chet Atkins haha.

    • @michaelcantu6071
      @michaelcantu6071 Před 2 lety +1

      Yes! Chet Atkins was one of the reasons I learned guitar and doesn’t get enough love. He truly is the father of guitar and fingerpicking.

  • @fedwells138
    @fedwells138 Před měsícem

    Always inspiring, exceptionally crafted videos! Thanks for sharing your talents

  • @quiteaskew279
    @quiteaskew279 Před 2 lety +6

    Paul is at one with the soul of guitar, the technicality of guitar, the passion of guitar players... very inspiring

  • @AndreyMamontov
    @AndreyMamontov Před 2 lety +106

    The last level reminded me of Tommy Emmanuel live performances. Sounds really cool!

    • @petemaster
      @petemaster Před 2 lety +1

      Поддерживаю! Хотя по качеству игры ближе был 5 уровень, у Томми оно как-то вообще легко идёт с виду, без напряга молотит

    • @zadspecial
      @zadspecial Před 2 lety

      Also Chet Atkins. czcams.com/video/Zxt1THeWpP4/video.html

  • @WhoNeedzaName
    @WhoNeedzaName Před 2 lety +1

    Level 4 is so perfect. Everything fills its role so flawlessly. So full and awesome.

  • @TheRitter
    @TheRitter Před 2 lety +2

    Hey Paul!
    I have recently moved to the Netherlands from Ukraine.
    Been a fan for like 6 years!
    I saw you a few weeks ago near Rotterdam, You were on your bike!

  • @69telecasterplayer
    @69telecasterplayer Před 2 lety +24

    You sounded just like our hero, Chet Atkins. Excellent!

    • @PaulDavids
      @PaulDavids  Před 2 lety +9

      Wow... that's the best compliment one can get 🙌

    • @fabiotini4647
      @fabiotini4647 Před 2 lety

      @@PaulDavids it's real the random Giveaway?

    • @StaceJohnson
      @StaceJohnson Před 2 lety

      @@fabiotini4647 Pretty sure those comments aren't him. I reported the one on my comment. This has the verified user checkmark, though.

  • @miimaster8280
    @miimaster8280 Před 2 lety +3

    I litteraly searched for a lesson on this song last week..
    Couldn't time it better!

  • @georgewallace7844
    @georgewallace7844 Před 2 lety +12

    Hello there Mr. Paul Davids,
    To borrow this moment, I have just recently followed your YT video’s , and
    will join the “acoustic adventure” course I am very excited about.
    I had some trouble sharing comments on the mini samples you’ve offered and wanted to comment here.
    42yrs old American/Japanese raised in Japan, leaving my guitar collecting dust for 10+ yrs, and my oldest daughter, 13 this year wants to learn.
    A little research brought me to your channel, and thank you, you have 2 new students now 😉👍🏻
    Love the way you teach , Arigatou gozaimasu 🙏

  • @collinw1353
    @collinw1353 Před 2 lety +1

    Sometimes I just let my fingers loose and they do what they want and I'm surprised how good it sounds. I've been playing for 40 years and there's a definite mental/physical release where my brain stops "thinking" and I just feel the music and my fingers do what I feel. Beginners won't understand this but after decades of playing it's like you hear something and your fingers just start playing it and you become one with the music. Like a connection between your heart/spirit and your body where the thinking part of your brain is bypassed. Those are the times when playing music becomes magical. Finger picking for me does this.

  • @Primez5
    @Primez5 Před 4 měsíci

    Paul Davids long ago entered the zone of... 'well I'll never be that good'.. this has well and truly cemented it.

  • @sarthakq
    @sarthakq Před rokem

    My fav Guitarist will always be Dax Andreas 😍😍😍😍😍

  • @stevena105
    @stevena105 Před 2 lety +1

    Glad to see the cat at 2:37!

  • @adrianflachi8206
    @adrianflachi8206 Před 2 lety +7

    I joined one of his courses, and I must say I am really happy with it! Not disapointed at all. It is very well structured, easy to follow. Really enjoying it!!!!

  • @plainscrafter
    @plainscrafter Před 2 lety +11

    Very timely! This song was on my learn next list. I really appreciate the multiple level approach to learning a song.

  • @alanwhite4809
    @alanwhite4809 Před 2 lety +4

    Cat spotted at 2:37. What we're all really here for.

  • @DudeRobot
    @DudeRobot Před 2 lety +1

    Cat in the window at 2:37 loves level 4!

  • @rafa_rds
    @rafa_rds Před 2 lety +5

    I really love the structure of your videos! It's just really nice to watch!

  • @mpilomavimbela8321
    @mpilomavimbela8321 Před 2 lety +14

    Watching you play is always a bliss. Big up, Sir.

  • @jamesbateman7131
    @jamesbateman7131 Před 2 lety +19

    So good to hear freight train played beautifully. Tommy, Chet, really any fingerstyle player would have been proud to hear you play those with flair whilst keeping to the melody. Love your work Paul, all the way from Australia. P.S. That Collings sounds gorgeous.

  • @PetraKann
    @PetraKann Před 2 lety +2

    Excellent subtle build up from level to level

  • @nine9whitepony526
    @nine9whitepony526 Před 2 lety +23

    Wow, I love how you can add such beautiful flavors over simple songs like that. I do stuff like that too but I'm not able to do it as extravagantly as you. BTW, I've almost completed your list of 10 guitar solos everyone must know. 😀 Awesome video as usual.

  • @girliedog
    @girliedog Před 11 měsíci +1

    Thank you for this , wonderful demonstration of the evolution in a simple melody.

  • @jdfleblanc
    @jdfleblanc Před 2 lety

    I just love listening to you play and watching your fingers go. Awesome stuff.

  • @patrickcarbajal2908
    @patrickcarbajal2908 Před rokem

    SO much fun to watch and listen. Can’t wait to keep working to this level ❤️🙌

  • @skippyjames5596
    @skippyjames5596 Před 2 lety +1

    Paul's videos are always great, whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, there's always something to take... Many thanks for that Paul

  • @timothyhutfles3348
    @timothyhutfles3348 Před rokem

    The bend on the b string is my favorite part of the song and all the covers seem to miss it. Very simple but so beautiful. You got it!

  • @deanusmurphy
    @deanusmurphy Před 2 lety +8

    Freight train is one of my favourite guitar pieces!! The legend Tommy Emmanuel teaches this one for fingerstyle blues which really helped me. Great lesson as always Paul! 😁👍

  • @davybarr5919
    @davybarr5919 Před 2 lety

    Truly awesome, beautiful, and inspiring. This is one of my all time favorite guitar songs to hear and you have made it even better. Keep it up!

  • @JS-pt-219sg
    @JS-pt-219sg Před 2 lety

    Thank you Paul and massive respect to you for showing us your interpretation of Tommy's classic. Fantastic!!

  • @jamiebeaumont4489
    @jamiebeaumont4489 Před 2 lety +2

    I’ve only been playing for a month and just about got my fingers around moving between C-D-G chords, so watching this was super motivating :)

  • @RyanYewell
    @RyanYewell Před 2 lety +1

    I play the guitar, much like a 2 year old plays the drums. So I cognitively understand what you are doing, but knowing how I struggle just to play some bar chords... I salute you. You. Are. Guru.

  • @cheranfriesen6780
    @cheranfriesen6780 Před 2 lety +1

    Weekly inspiration just dropped. Thanks Paul

  • @jubaidahmed8124
    @jubaidahmed8124 Před 2 lety +2

    That Collings sounds so gorgeous, also, amazing playing Paul ♥️

  • @LuckyJack99
    @LuckyJack99 Před rokem

    Love it - Paul’s coursework is amazing BTW!!!

  • @Youtube_name5651
    @Youtube_name5651 Před 2 lety

    You are one of the main reasons why my joy for playing guitar never fades, thank you so much.

  • @davidgooley1544
    @davidgooley1544 Před rokem

    Great music often starts with simple Melody. You just proved it! I'd love to see each level broken down more, but I love your teaching style, delivery and the content. Your humility is seriously infectious!

  • @Uncle_Mark2600
    @Uncle_Mark2600 Před 2 lety

    Paul, another great video showcasing your ability to play as well as teach in a manner everyone can enjoy and understand.

  • @drsteviejasengnsangma8739

    very well played..
    This video will be so helpful to different levels of guitarist.
    Thank you Paul for sharing

  • @dbriddie9525
    @dbriddie9525 Před 2 lety +1

    Steve Howe's "the clap" comes to mind here :-)

    • @douglaslaidlaw5961
      @douglaslaidlaw5961 Před 2 lety

      I was looking for this comment because I immediately recognized “The Clap” from the Yes Album. This song MUST be the genesis of Steve Howe’s composition.

  •  Před 2 lety +1

    Cant recommend Acoustic Adventure enough. Just amazing work.
    Awesome playing Paul !

  • @idunnoiguess1
    @idunnoiguess1 Před 2 lety +5

    I am always amazed at both your playing ability and excellent teaching style. While i would have to practice a while to play any of these levels, your explanations of style and mechanics are so very helpful. You are great

    • @gui-texzan7477
      @gui-texzan7477 Před 2 lety +1

      He's such a good teacher. Super likable and easy to watch/support.

  • @scampydog2318
    @scampydog2318 Před rokem

    Level 20 Molly Tuttle. Love this video really well done

  • @adamstonestreet3097
    @adamstonestreet3097 Před 2 lety

    Paul with the fresh cut 👌

  • @alexanderdeadmansche
    @alexanderdeadmansche Před 2 lety

    The final version was insane brah- nicely done!

  • @michaelstrickland3235
    @michaelstrickland3235 Před 2 lety

    Amazing video. Cant wait to apply this in practice and see where it takes me! Your online course are amazing too. I definitely feel like a better player who knows the steps i need to take to keep improving.

  • @carlmarc3877
    @carlmarc3877 Před 2 lety

    There’s special place in heaven for ppl like you man

  • @houseofmars4319
    @houseofmars4319 Před 2 lety +4

    At level six I felt like a dog watching a magic trick.

  • @rodrirm
    @rodrirm Před 2 lety

    Nice played, and kudos for trying anything Tommy does! Hes been an inspiration for many of us.

  • @MarkRoskillyGuitar
    @MarkRoskillyGuitar Před 2 lety

    Beautiful playing and sound ❤️

  • @Snowflake_Maja
    @Snowflake_Maja Před 2 lety

    Love it 😍! You present it so great.

  • @David-ig8of
    @David-ig8of Před rokem

    As a young man meeting chet for the first time and Jerry before he became famous.,.I'll hafts say tommy emmanuel is an absolute beast...he is the consumate Entertainer on top of all that..giving us mortals something to aspire to...

  • @mohyealdeen
    @mohyealdeen Před 2 lety +1

    The sixth level is amazing

  • @webocoli
    @webocoli Před 2 lety

    It's great to see someone enjoying not only playing but teaching also!

  • @Quaxlabax
    @Quaxlabax Před 2 lety +1

    Beautiful as always ❤️

  • @hypnothang
    @hypnothang Před 2 lety +1

    Great segment Paul!

  • @DarkCornerStudios
    @DarkCornerStudios Před 2 lety

    That level 6 was sick

  • @jasoncdebussy
    @jasoncdebussy Před 2 lety

    You're showing off, Mr Davids - and I love it! So good 👍😁😁😁

  • @ManiacMageetheG
    @ManiacMageetheG Před 2 lety +1

    Freight Train! Man, I'm excited about this one.

  • @clementbretanno1116
    @clementbretanno1116 Před rokem

    Nice playing. Thank you for sharing.

  • @KaninTuzi
    @KaninTuzi Před rokem +10

    Have to say that the Elizabeth Cotton version struck the perfect balance between intricacy and simplicity. Versions "above" that took a lot of the magic out of the sound.

  • @stefandanielsson3628
    @stefandanielsson3628 Před 2 lety

    Super cool video. Six levels that each prevent a challenge but helps you see how learning the guitar is all incremental. Cheers!

  • @digitalchris6681
    @digitalchris6681 Před 2 lety +1

    Can’t wait for levels 7 to 10.

  • @melkerlindeguitar6325
    @melkerlindeguitar6325 Před 2 lety

    Paul has got to be one of the best teachers on CZcams. Never stop you beautiful man!

  • @CharlieSkoggren
    @CharlieSkoggren Před rokem +1

    I always forget how good this man is absolutly amazing

  • @centsofhumor
    @centsofhumor Před 2 lety

    I think this is my favorite video so far from you. Very cool.

  • @kevinhill6079
    @kevinhill6079 Před 2 lety

    Thank you sooo much for the shots of your fret hand. You're a wonderful instructor, and a charming enough fellow, but watching your hand is all I need to learn the song.
    Not enough videos include those shots.

  • @nateoutdoors4899
    @nateoutdoors4899 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you Paul!

  • @AlbertoFumagalli23
    @AlbertoFumagalli23 Před 2 lety

    Pure magic, Paul 💖

  • @DianneDelicaDivina
    @DianneDelicaDivina Před 2 lety +2

    Paul Davids is awesome as always! a fan from Philippines. I want to play like you someday.

  • @stephengoh5456
    @stephengoh5456 Před rokem

    Super awesome! Love it!

  • @novotiz
    @novotiz Před 2 lety

    amazing as always

  • @WBF_III
    @WBF_III Před 2 lety +1

    This was mesmerizing

  • @dphachey
    @dphachey Před 2 lety +2

    Fantastic! Once you got up to level 6, it reminded me of Steve Howe - The Clap.

  • @miatovich8539
    @miatovich8539 Před 2 lety +4

    @PaulDavids Haven’t seen you use your Collins guitar in a minute still sounds absolutely amazing

  • @DavidRees43
    @DavidRees43 Před 2 lety

    fabulous stuff Paul ...

  • @incomeGlitch
    @incomeGlitch Před 2 lety

    Chett is a legend

  • @callline7183
    @callline7183 Před 2 lety

    I was fortunate to be one of the few that got in the initial test group for acoustic adventure. A year ago i think. I would highly recommend it. It takes time and effort but it has helped me to improve and get exposure to a wide variety of styles and techniques. I would highly recommend getting the pdf of the tabs printed which allows practice without having to login every time. The videos tell you what to do, then it takes time with the tabs to get the hang of it.

  • @acousticidaho
    @acousticidaho Před 2 lety

    I always enjoy your acoustic videos, Paul! That aggressive bass action reminded me of the great Tommy Emmanuel. Thanks for sharing!

  • @strats991
    @strats991 Před 2 lety

    2:37 - cat alert! Out the backyard window. :)

  • @stevenhenck5727
    @stevenhenck5727 Před 2 lety

    Thanks! Now I have this ditty stuck in my head! Haha. Love your videos.

  • @hubertwrobel9561
    @hubertwrobel9561 Před rokem +1

    Yeah, he's playing guitar - nice. But the real star is the cat, outside the window at 2:36 ! :D

  • @aaronledbetter7429
    @aaronledbetter7429 Před 2 lety +6

    Awesome walk-through! Inspired by your playing as well as your collection of monkeys out back 2:38

  • @lov3alongmusic
    @lov3alongmusic Před 6 měsíci

    Thanks for the education!

  • @ehsun_does_music
    @ehsun_does_music Před 2 lety +1

    Inspiring vidoes as always 😍

  • @erz6306
    @erz6306 Před 2 lety +1

    beautiful again Paul

  • @stevesguitar9586
    @stevesguitar9586 Před rokem

    Great job mate!

  • @stevemondragon5499
    @stevemondragon5499 Před 2 lety +1

    Paul I’ve gotta say that’s pretty inspiring. Acoustic guitar and finger picking isn’t really my thing but you’ve made me want to start! Love the channel

  • @garywalker8067
    @garywalker8067 Před 2 lety

    Quality acoustic work mate

  • @sheilaf5732
    @sheilaf5732 Před rokem

    Excellent video!

  • @romanpetrov6854
    @romanpetrov6854 Před 2 lety

    Красавчик, Пол!)

  • @miltonmartinez6656
    @miltonmartinez6656 Před 2 lety

    02:37 Cat interested in blues too

  • @mikkoboika4062
    @mikkoboika4062 Před rokem

    Damn man. Damn. Speechless..