When I first found this channel I spent a good chunk of time clicking on a bunch of videos just to watch the outros. I usually turn off videos with excessive cuts and CZcamsr Eccentricity™ at lightning speed and subsequently cry myself to sleep in fetal position, but you've made it work, Sam. Looking forward to more of your self-aware shenanigans!
I straight suck at guitar because I learned to play with a lot of unnecessary tension in my left hand. Like why am I even putting 10lbs. of pressure to hold down 1 string?
Maybe do a video centered around composition? When I started learning all I wanted to do was write original compositions instead of learning proper pieces and I think that hurt me in some ways but helped in others.
I would really love a video from you about how to get started in guitar: habits, songs to play, training routines...you are hands down my favourite guitarist on youtube and you communicate amazingly
I tend to anchor my right hand position with my pinky. I think that's probably a pretty bad habit. But hey, Randy Rhoads always had his pinky sticking out, or had his fingers kinda "fanned" out. Hmmm...
People say "Practice makes perfect". But that's not true. Practice makes PERMANENT. If you practice something incorrectly, you learn it incorrectly. It can take years to unlearn what you have learned. You do need to record EVERYTHING. It's really important. Not only do you hear your imperfections, you also have a chronicle of your good ideas. Then you can revisit them and make some awesome compositions! Find that balance between relaxation and exertion. You need to exert yourself but be relaxed at the same time.
So true, practicing anything the wrong way is more detrimental than not practicing at all, and the ppl that from the start practiced the right way and got good really fast is seen as "natural talented" by those whom do the wrong way.
I got a guitar stand for my birthday one year, and I kept it right next to my PC (which I overused), within arm's reach. So whenever I got even the slightest urge I could have it in my lap in a second. That got me playing so much more than I ever had before, and is largely responsible for me finally making it a habit.
This video made me feel like you invited me to your house, made me smoke too much weed, and now I'm stuck at your house uncomfortably high, and I can't tell if you're a really sketchy dude who's messing with me, or just being cool. It doesn't help that I am high and you look kinda high in the video too.
This video nailed it for me, my big issues that were covered in this video was technique and starting with songs that were too hard. I managed to “learn” those difficult songs but anytime I look back at a recording I realize how sloppy it is and how badly my technique needs work. It’s like for the past ten twelve years my goal was to play a song finish to end, but never playing it properly while hoping I don’t make a mistake.
This is a vid I continuously come back to as a player and as a teacher. Soooo into your teaching style man. Real informed, legitimately hilarious and relatable doggg. Thanks so much!
Great video, brah. Can't believe I've been watching you for so many years and never knew you rep such a sick mullet. My mental metering of a man's mullet potential is mad sad, bro.
9:03 For begginers this is probably the best advice, buy a stand for your guitar and have it at arms reach most of the time. You'll get those 15 minutes of practice in just because it's there ready to go. Never leave it in the gigbag, you will not play that guitar. I play my cheaper guitars way more because my expensive ones are in cases... A stand is the best acessory you can buy to practice more
Man I used to play Guitar while waiting for my Game to find a match. If you play a few rounds of whatever a day might as well get those few minutes in and do something useful.
I just recorded myself again the last few days. I played with my song and the click in the DAW and today I heard me playing the way I wanted. But initially hearing yourself recorded after you thought you are the sht never gets old.
Songs mentioned at 7:48 if anyone was perplexed like I was. Una Limosna por el Amor de Dios Tremolo czcams.com/video/MTIhlf85zTc/video.html&t=49 Recuerdos de la Alhambra Tremolo czcams.com/video/zeQrv5sQRV4/video.html Capricho árabe Scales czcams.com/video/y_goHl-GuNk/video.html Villa Lobos A2 No.1 Right Hand czcams.com/video/XyNb_2y51SE/video.html
Sam this was absolutely clutch Thanks for the advice Can't wait for more videos like these. Gives us a more personable insight I suck at guitar because I'm not being patient with utilzing a metronome
I find that learning too hard songs can be very beneficial. You practice it a single bar at a time, maybe for a week just for one bar and practicing impossible chords or transitions. And no matter what, you're gonna develop a lot in one week. You practice the song for a month- maybe you can't play it in rhythm yet but you just overloaded your guitar muscles and what you practiced earlier will become much easier. I don't think this kind of thing is possible to measure, I mean which method is faster, but patiently and rigorously practicing impossible songs worked out for me wonderfully.
I'm a metal shredder and all of this was so on point, especially the very first tip. Great job. I suck at guitar because I play things too hard for me too consistently with bad technique. Got tendonitis on my right hand trying to play Jason Becker lol.
Dude, in 1 month after i started playing i was already trying to play dragonforce and dream theater 😂😂😂 Of course i couldnt and just sloppy my way to bad habits that took too long to fix.
I've been wanting to get my lazy ass back to learning classical guitar and this video is so helpful. Thanks a lot! I sure hope you make more of these talking videos, Sam.
There are probably multiple reasons I suck at guitar. Maybe it is because I've always believed that I could accentuate who I am as a songwriter and lyricist. I always wanted to focus on the feeling of the lyrics with the "colors" I create with the chords. I never looked at is as practice, but more like trying to relive and re-express the feelings of the songs I write. I only call it practice when I am with a band. But I've been criticized for my dynamics and I've certainly struggled with arpeggios and some chord transitions. As a singer I've struggled with my intonation- when I am taking lessons and practicing consistently I get compliments from other singers. When I don't, I get criticized by other singers or people who have good ears. When I know I am going to record, I practice to a metronome for weeks and really get myself in gear. I've always needed something like the studio or a show to motivate me. But without a project I really care about or a goal that really drives me, I can completely lose touch with my technique.
I’ve known this man since third grade and it’s true, once upon a time not only did he suck, but he didn’t even PLAY guitar. Loved this, would watch more.
Shannon Wardrop Dude i miss you! I think about the time we went to my old keep harbor house all the time ... probs the weirdest 4 or so hours of my life. I Hope all is well with you : )
I enjoyed the few vids you put out with learning to play by ear and recognizing notes. I got a lot of enjoyment out of that and wish there was some more stuff like that to work with!
“Playing music that is beyond your level” That’s a super true statement for a lot of people. Myself included. Worked on material that was clearly above my level. Music that was so difficult that I completely focused on just being able to remember the notes and play them. Zero regard for tone production, voicing and dynamics.
Your mullet is breathtaking, goddamn. I'm pretty damn excited that you're doing these types of videos bro. As someone that watches tons of these on YT, I don't know of anyone with your humor and capability with guitar. Great quality man, you're one of a kind. I ♥️ you!
Fun video, always enjoyed your content and love your tabs. I literally let my guitar sleep in my bed sometimes, then it's always next to me to play whether I'm gaming or whatever too.
I'm glad you made a point about sticking to "fun" stuff like learning songs to get certain techniques down rather than straight up practicing the techniques themselves. I think of it every time I play since I could never commit to strictly theory when I was younger. I ended up just playing tons of songs and acquired the techniques from each one. I mainly focused on my picking hand, arpeggios, string skipping, rhythm, suspended chords, embellishments etc. I do wish I would've learned some more theory but when I look at the folks from my youth who focused strictly on theory, a lot of them ended up quitting playing altogether. It's like it sucks all the interest out.
This is seriously one of the funniest and yet most informative videos on CZcams. You must have been watching a load of specific content to reach this pinnacle! More like this please 🐕
Hey Sam long time viewer, I don't even play guitar but your video made starting to play seem approachable. I love the new types of videos you're doing! Sometimes you've gotta put that guitar to rest and serenade us with your sweet voice and mullet instead ;)
I stright suck because I've reached a plateau and challenging myself has been becomg increasingly harder. The things I know i can't play I'm not disciplined enough to sit down and learn. I'm too comfortable where I am now. I've kind of developed my own style and way of playing that i just kind of just wait for lighting to strike and I get a great idea. Rather than do the work to become a better guitar player. Which could definitely open up more possibilities for new ideas to happen.
Self taught back when there was no youtube. Picked up classical start of plandemic and injured my back from using my bad techniques. Stuck with it and learned proper technique, my playing has improved so so much more than it ever did when I was younger, super important.
Haha, best guitar learning vid I've seen in my life. No, seriously! This level of humor, combined with down to earth, almost individual levels of experienced advice, is golden!
I suck for a lot of reasons. Mostly the ones you mentioned. I have an issue when I try to learn a song (Trying the Beatles Act Naturally currently) where I lock down a section, but when I move on to the next, I get bored :/ I need to focus and lock down the whole piece
I taught myself guitar, no lessons, and my fretting hand would be in pain a lot in my wrist cus i didn't have proper technique. I'd have to take a week off at a time to let it heal. Bad habit! and I'm still learning how to correct it, Do you have any videos that would help me correct this so I don't ruin my wrist for life? You da man Sam got you on Patreon!
I don't straight up suck at the guitar (because I don't even have one) but I DO straight up suck at the clarinet for almost exactly the same reasons presented by Mr Griffin.
I wouldn’t say I suck, because I’m getting better every day and have only been playing for about 6 months. To suck to me means to have been given the opportunity to get better but wasted it. I’m not a master, but I’m rising in my skill and trying to practice every day, not moving on until I can play the song I’ve been working on up to speed while playing the notes with full clarity and not panicking with the left hand to get the notes in. It’s been a lot of fun learning the guitar and I know that I can eventually reach your skill level!
Gotta have the easy ones in the tank for when you’re put on the spot. Your showpieces. Put 5 songs in your back pocket, ready to pull them out anytime.
You should post a video of yourself playing Recuerdos my guy. Not from a video game obviously, but it's such a legendary sing and I'd love to hear your take on it.
this is the best guitar related content i have seen! You are also an amazing player and I love your music. Would you ever do any music other than video game stuff?
You and Steve's beautiful acoustic cover of Scarborough Fair inspired me to learn it on guitar, and this video has helped me to identify the flaws in my playing (especially sticking out my pinky like an idiot, that one is too true for me!). It's definitely the hardest piece I've properly attempted, but it's also so rewarding because it is such as amazing song.
I want to learn guitar...but my wrists are basically shot. Like, I’d need a super narrow neck guitar with nylon strings only. Or...am I better off just giving up on ever learning and making due with finding a decent Uke? (I bought a guitar with the money I made from one job. Unfortunately that same job is what destroyed my wrists, and finding hacks and limits just for Daily Things is a constant wip. I finally sold my guitar back from the guy I bought it from-it was too big for me, anyway, apparently-because it simply hurt me to play it no matter how I tried adjusting my hands. Callouses are one thing, but tension is...unfortunately not. To not flare up I have to keep my hands ridiculously relaxed or be on a timer to, say, deal with opening jars or manipulating any sort of weight/resistance)
I just started teaching myself recently, and I found a time I like to practice, but yeah, I dont set a limit for how long. It usually ends up around an hour though. Since I'm also really just trying to build my calluses and work on muscle memory, I just do basic exercises for that, and I'll put in a movie I've seen too many times so I dont get too focused or invested. Prolly not the best idea, but right now I'm really only working on stuff like spider walks, strumming patterns, finger picking patterns, and learning basic chords (D, A, and E).
Bro, I appreciate your videos. Andy Mckee, Antoine Dufour, video game music and folks like yourself keep me going. Found you not too long ago and have back tracked to all of your older videos and you've come a long way, which is awesome. You've got better quality, better ingredients. Papa Johns. Thanks for giving me continuous motivation to keep playing guitar and video game music as well as some good laughs!
"You thought you were playing so sick, but you were actually playing so suck." I knew It was coming, yet I cracked my ass laughing.
He even cracked a little laugh saying it lmao
hell yeah, this is like an entire video made of outros, and i love outros. I hope you make more bro!!
Pablo Tavares Oh bro .. just wait till the NEXT one. It’s outros X50
When I first found this channel I spent a good chunk of time clicking on a bunch of videos just to watch the outros.
I usually turn off videos with excessive cuts and CZcamsr Eccentricity™ at lightning speed and subsequently cry myself to sleep in fetal position, but you've made it work, Sam. Looking forward to more of your self-aware shenanigans!
@@SiGhast Nailed it, mate. Dunno what it is, most people TRY to have the magic touch with outros like that. This man just HAS the magic.
A beatboxing song would be good too. That one outro in the Mario Forest. I just listen to that part instead of the song.
I straight suck at guitar because I learned to play with a lot of unnecessary tension in my left hand. Like why am I even putting 10lbs. of pressure to hold down 1 string?
I straight suck at guitar because I don’t practice consistently and I only play the same 3 songs I learned 5 years ago. You got me bro
This was really cool and informative. Not to mention hilarious lol I'm looking forward to more of this style video.
PEEPS! Let me know what you want me to cover in future vids like this!
please just keep talking
your voice is nearly as soothing as your guitar
Maybe do a video centered around composition? When I started learning all I wanted to do was write original compositions instead of learning proper pieces and I think that hurt me in some ways but helped in others.
I would really love a video from you about how to get started in guitar: habits, songs to play, training routines...you are hands down my favourite guitarist on youtube and you communicate amazingly
How to do taxes
...and how to cover Black Light Machine by Frost*
You're hilarious. Good work.
Reason 7 I straight up SUCK at guitar: I don't have a mullet.
dude, i was thinking the same exact thing lol
Shit now i need one
"You're playing stuff thats too hard"
Earlier that year: "Super Mario Bros. 2 Overworld theme is beginner friendly."
Also where do I get one of those mullet cams?? Straight 🔥
Beyond The Guitar Nath i got u. But we gotta get you workin on something to film with it!
"I used to stick out my pinky like an idiot"
Me: *struggling to lower my pinky so it can rejoin its brothers every time I hold anything*
At least your fancy.
* You’re
Seriously though! How in the heck am I supposed to keep my pinky down when it never wants to listen?!
Kaykeywakey I’ve never had that problem but have someone push it down for you. It might work.
I tend to anchor my right hand position with my pinky. I think that's probably a pretty bad habit. But hey, Randy Rhoads always had his pinky sticking out, or had his fingers kinda "fanned" out. Hmmm...
@@kaykeywakey6173 Focus your pinky on following the ring finger, should be easier than merely trying to get your pinky to not "act out" ;)
People say "Practice makes perfect". But that's not true. Practice makes PERMANENT. If you practice something incorrectly, you learn it incorrectly. It can take years to unlearn what you have learned. You do need to record EVERYTHING. It's really important. Not only do you hear your imperfections, you also have a chronicle of your good ideas. Then you can revisit them and make some awesome compositions!
Find that balance between relaxation and exertion. You need to exert yourself but be relaxed at the same time.
So true, practicing anything the wrong way is more detrimental than not practicing at all, and the ppl that from the start practiced the right way and got good really fast is seen as "natural talented" by those whom do the wrong way.
I totally agree. If you are practicing wrong then everything you play will be wrong. Good point.
🙌Yup! ‘PRACTICE MAKES PERMANENT”🎯👍🏼100%Agree with Everything u commented on🎯🎸✌️
more like practice doesn't make perfect, perfect practice makes perfect
Dan Larkin ahhh right you are 🙌
Usually attempts at comedy in guitar videos never land, but that mullet cam works so well and is used perfectly. informative and funny 10/10
I got a guitar stand for my birthday one year, and I kept it right next to my PC (which I overused), within arm's reach. So whenever I got even the slightest urge I could have it in my lap in a second. That got me playing so much more than I ever had before, and is largely responsible for me finally making it a habit.
This video made me feel like you invited me to your house, made me smoke too much weed, and now I'm stuck at your house uncomfortably high, and I can't tell if you're a really sketchy dude who's messing with me, or just being cool. It doesn't help that I am high and you look kinda high in the video too.
Nicholas Cage telling me i suck at guitarr, has to be true !
This video nailed it for me, my big issues that were covered in this video was technique and starting with songs that were too hard. I managed to “learn” those difficult songs but anytime I look back at a recording I realize how sloppy it is and how badly my technique needs work. It’s like for the past ten twelve years my goal was to play a song finish to end, but never playing it properly while hoping I don’t make a mistake.
I’d like to see a video or two about your classical training background. Hearing about recuerdos and capricho arabe got me going...
Those mullet camera cuts are fucking hilarious. Well done.
I don't even play guitar, I'm just here to hear Sam talk! haha
This is a vid I continuously come back to as a player and as a teacher. Soooo into your teaching style man. Real informed, legitimately hilarious and relatable doggg. Thanks so much!
dude, the 2nd cam is killing me, the editing is perfect.
I straight suck at guitar because I canceled patreon account with you, and didn't save any of the PDFs.
You were hoping he would say "I'll give them to you for free again dog" weren't you :)
I got broke and had to cancel. As soon as I finalized it, I realized my mistake. I'll just have to reapply. I how he accepts me back.
Check your Google drive, it auto saved the pdfs for me
"Caught ya. Caught ya lookin'" You are my new favorite you tuber, congratulations.
I straight suck at guitar because I only play smoke on the water 💧
Bro that's a song that references OTHER SONGS BROOOOO
Worst song ever
035 is all you need, ok?
@@linkinp0tter yes daddy leftbeef
I liked this video for the title alone. Blunt and to the point. I needed this. Also, funny delivery
recording yourself is a BIG way i found out that i sucked at one point. gotten alot better since then but i have SO MUCH more to learn. lol
I’ve been playing bass for 12 years. And this video even spoke to me.
Great video, brah. Can't believe I've been watching you for so many years and never knew you rep such a sick mullet. My mental metering of a man's mullet potential is mad sad, bro.
9:03 For begginers this is probably the best advice, buy a stand for your guitar and have it at arms reach most of the time. You'll get those 15 minutes of practice in just because it's there ready to go. Never leave it in the gigbag, you will not play that guitar. I play my cheaper guitars way more because my expensive ones are in cases...
A stand is the best acessory you can buy to practice more
Man I used to play Guitar while waiting for my Game to find a match. If you play a few rounds of whatever a day might as well get those few minutes in and do something useful.
I just recorded myself again the last few days. I played with my song and the click in the DAW and today I heard me playing the way I wanted. But initially hearing yourself recorded after you thought you are the sht never gets old.
I feel like I suck all the time, I guess I don't need a recording.
Songs mentioned at 7:48 if anyone was perplexed like I was.
Una Limosna por el Amor de Dios
Tremolo
czcams.com/video/MTIhlf85zTc/video.html&t=49
Recuerdos de la Alhambra
Tremolo
czcams.com/video/zeQrv5sQRV4/video.html
Capricho árabe
Scales
czcams.com/video/y_goHl-GuNk/video.html
Villa Lobos A2 No.1
Right Hand
czcams.com/video/XyNb_2y51SE/video.html
Thanks!
I definitely was perplexed, thanks
Sam this was absolutely clutch
Thanks for the advice
Can't wait for more videos like these. Gives us a more personable insight
I suck at guitar because I'm not being patient with utilzing a metronome
strong Tim & Eric energy here. needs more free real estate.
also superhelpful musical tips, y'know, there's that too
Vid was nice, funny, and informative. Also, that's so sick you played in a Distant Worlds concert
I find that learning too hard songs can be very beneficial. You practice it a single bar at a time, maybe for a week just for one bar and practicing impossible chords or transitions. And no matter what, you're gonna develop a lot in one week. You practice the song for a month- maybe you can't play it in rhythm yet but you just overloaded your guitar muscles and what you practiced earlier will become much easier. I don't think this kind of thing is possible to measure, I mean which method is faster, but patiently and rigorously practicing impossible songs worked out for me wonderfully.
I thought I commented this already, but "caught ya looking" cracked me right the fuck up. You're my favorite guy on the CZcamss.
Hell yeah more videos like that. I suck and need to practice your spicy tabs, subbed to that Patreon. Thanks!
Good advice! I know I need to work on my posture - I still sit kinda lazy and anchor my right hand with my pinky.
I'm a metal shredder and all of this was so on point, especially the very first tip. Great job.
I suck at guitar because I play things too hard for me too consistently with bad technique. Got tendonitis on my right hand trying to play Jason Becker lol.
Dude, in 1 month after i started playing i was already trying to play dragonforce and dream theater 😂😂😂
Of course i couldnt and just sloppy my way to bad habits that took too long to fix.
Thanks Sam! You're a inspiration for the beginner guitar players!
I've been wanting to get my lazy ass back to learning classical guitar and this video is so helpful. Thanks a lot! I sure hope you make more of these talking videos, Sam.
There are probably multiple reasons I suck at guitar. Maybe it is because I've always believed that I could accentuate who I am as a songwriter and lyricist. I always wanted to focus on the feeling of the lyrics with the "colors" I create with the chords. I never looked at is as practice, but more like trying to relive and re-express the feelings of the songs I write. I only call it practice when I am with a band. But I've been criticized for my dynamics and I've certainly struggled with arpeggios and some chord transitions. As a singer I've struggled with my intonation- when I am taking lessons and practicing consistently I get compliments from other singers. When I don't, I get criticized by other singers or people who have good ears. When I know I am going to record, I practice to a metronome for weeks and really get myself in gear. I've always needed something like the studio or a show to motivate me. But without a project I really care about or a goal that really drives me, I can completely lose touch with my technique.
I’ve known this man since third grade and it’s true, once upon a time not only did he suck, but he didn’t even PLAY guitar.
Loved this, would watch more.
Shannon Wardrop Dude i miss you! I think about the time we went to my old
keep harbor house all the time ... probs the weirdest 4 or so hours of my life.
I Hope all is well with you : )
I enjoyed the few vids you put out with learning to play by ear and recognizing notes. I got a lot of enjoyment out of that and wish there was some more stuff like that to work with!
“Playing music that is beyond your level”
That’s a super true statement for a lot of people. Myself included. Worked on material that was clearly above my level. Music that was so difficult that I completely focused on just being able to remember the notes and play them. Zero regard for tone production, voicing and dynamics.
Loving this content man. Started watching you when you posted Crono trigger guitar stuff.
I suck cause I started guitar last MONTH.
Until today I've only heard you speak through your guitar. Now I got caught staring at the mullet and stuck around to get schooled bro. Dig it.
Your mullet is breathtaking, goddamn. I'm pretty damn excited that you're doing these types of videos bro. As someone that watches tons of these on YT, I don't know of anyone with your humor and capability with guitar. Great quality man, you're one of a kind. I ♥️ you!
Thank you Sam, this applies a lot of to my current relationship with guitar, and I think that your advice will prove helpful
Could you make a video talking about your approach to learn new songs. That would be interesting.
I've watched this like 12 times in a row. Beautiful.
I suck at guitar because I’m watching your mullet and listening to you instead of working on my guitar bro ! 😎 🎸
Thanks for the tips btw !
I need to look at how I approach guitar. Gonna focus on the 6 string now rather then the 12. And im gonna buy a metronome. Woke me up man cheers!
Fun video, always enjoyed your content and love your tabs. I literally let my guitar sleep in my bed sometimes, then it's always next to me to play whether I'm gaming or whatever too.
I'm glad you made a point about sticking to "fun" stuff like learning songs to get certain techniques down rather than straight up practicing the techniques themselves. I think of it every time I play since I could never commit to strictly theory when I was younger. I ended up just playing tons of songs and acquired the techniques from each one. I mainly focused on my picking hand, arpeggios, string skipping, rhythm, suspended chords, embellishments etc. I do wish I would've learned some more theory but when I look at the folks from my youth who focused strictly on theory, a lot of them ended up quitting playing altogether. It's like it sucks all the interest out.
This is seriously one of the funniest and yet most informative videos on CZcams. You must have been watching a load of specific content to reach this pinnacle! More like this please 🐕
Hey Sam long time viewer, I don't even play guitar but your video made starting to play seem approachable. I love the new types of videos you're doing! Sometimes you've gotta put that guitar to rest and serenade us with your sweet voice and mullet instead ;)
I stright suck because I've reached a plateau and challenging myself has been becomg increasingly harder. The things I know i can't play I'm not disciplined enough to sit down and learn. I'm too comfortable where I am now. I've kind of developed my own style and way of playing that i just kind of just wait for lighting to strike and I get a great idea. Rather than do the work to become a better guitar player. Which could definitely open up more possibilities for new ideas to happen.
This video was legendary, and also that pan was amazing. But that last tip about the input was straight spiritual.
Thanks for that 5th tip. An hour a day was exactly what stopped me from being consistent with my practice.
Self taught back when there was no youtube. Picked up classical start of plandemic and injured my back from using my bad techniques. Stuck with it and learned proper technique, my playing has improved so so much more than it ever did when I was younger, super important.
your best production so far
Mullet needs more camera time
Hello, just yesterday I found your channel, super ;) I am going to start again playing after 6 months no playing lol ;)
Love the mullet, love the outlooks. You make the best covers. Keep em coming Sam. We all appreciate it.
There is so much to work on but it’ll be so worth
we need more of this.
Very helpful! I used to play as a teen and I’m thinking about picking it back up
Haha, best guitar learning vid I've seen in my life. No, seriously! This level of humor, combined with down to earth, almost individual levels of experienced advice, is golden!
I suck for a lot of reasons. Mostly the ones you mentioned. I have an issue when I try to learn a song (Trying the Beatles Act Naturally currently) where I lock down a section, but when I move on to the next, I get bored :/
I need to focus and lock down the whole piece
I taught myself guitar, no lessons, and my fretting hand would be in pain a lot in my wrist cus i didn't have proper technique. I'd have to take a week off at a time to let it heal. Bad habit! and I'm still learning how to correct it, Do you have any videos that would help me correct this so I don't ruin my wrist for life? You da man Sam got you on Patreon!
I don't straight up suck at the guitar (because I don't even have one) but I DO straight up suck at the clarinet for almost exactly the same reasons presented by Mr Griffin.
I wouldn’t say I suck, because I’m getting better every day and have only been playing for about 6 months. To suck to me means to have been given the opportunity to get better but wasted it. I’m not a master, but I’m rising in my skill and trying to practice every day, not moving on until I can play the song I’ve been working on up to speed while playing the notes with full clarity and not panicking with the left hand to get the notes in. It’s been a lot of fun learning the guitar and I know that I can eventually reach your skill level!
I like Tango en Skai by Roland Dyens for a scale run and chord technique. nice video, good calls on Barrios and Villa-Lobos
Ty for keeping it 💯 Sam bro
I usually don't comment on videos but damn. I love this guy and his mullet
Gotta have the easy ones in the tank for when you’re put on the spot. Your showpieces. Put 5 songs in your back pocket, ready to pull them out anytime.
Great video. I'd love to see some videos where you give specific tips on good technique and things to work on.
You should post a video of yourself playing Recuerdos my guy. Not from a video game obviously, but it's such a legendary sing and I'd love to hear your take on it.
I respect the mullet. Also respect your videos and your music, dawg! Keep up the good work, son!
Funny and honestly super helpful. You really solidified some of the thoughts I had about my playing. Hell yea!!
this is the best guitar related content i have seen! You are also an amazing player and I love your music. Would you ever do any music other than video game stuff?
Some of these hit home pretty hard. How did you know?
You and Steve's beautiful acoustic cover of Scarborough Fair inspired me to learn it on guitar, and this video has helped me to identify the flaws in my playing (especially sticking out my pinky like an idiot, that one is too true for me!). It's definitely the hardest piece I've properly attempted, but it's also so rewarding because it is such as amazing song.
That was soooo helpful!!! Thanks a lot!
3:20 that's what happened when I first recorded myself, true story XD
daaaaaang i sUKk!
Dang that is amazing that you played in distance worlds. I always wanted to go to one of those concert but they were never got the chance
Great show at SubT, Sam! Hope you have a great turkey dinner this week bruh!
The comedy is on point once again. OUTROS GALORE!!!
Missed the opportunity to start the video by saying "It's your boy, Uncle Sam!"
Number 4 really made me think of 'Inside Peaches Castle'..... but then what sort of classical guitarist isn't musically ambitious?? :)
Love you man, keep up the good work
Thank you sir. Nice video. Gonna join your Patreon soon.
I want to learn guitar...but my wrists are basically shot. Like, I’d need a super narrow neck guitar with nylon strings only. Or...am I better off just giving up on ever learning and making due with finding a decent Uke?
(I bought a guitar with the money I made from one job. Unfortunately that same job is what destroyed my wrists, and finding hacks and limits just for Daily Things is a constant wip. I finally sold my guitar back from the guy I bought it from-it was too big for me, anyway, apparently-because it simply hurt me to play it no matter how I tried adjusting my hands. Callouses are one thing, but tension is...unfortunately not. To not flare up I have to keep my hands ridiculously relaxed or be on a timer to, say, deal with opening jars or manipulating any sort of weight/resistance)
Digging the Billy Mays vibe
I just started teaching myself recently, and I found a time I like to practice, but yeah, I dont set a limit for how long. It usually ends up around an hour though. Since I'm also really just trying to build my calluses and work on muscle memory, I just do basic exercises for that, and I'll put in a movie I've seen too many times so I dont get too focused or invested. Prolly not the best idea, but right now I'm really only working on stuff like spider walks, strumming patterns, finger picking patterns, and learning basic chords (D, A, and E).
I set the barn too high. That's what it is. I didn't know it til you said it
Awesome vid bro! Awesomer mullet lmao
Hey man could you do a cover of zeldas lullaby? I’d love to hear an arrangement from you!
Absolutely love the mullet!
Bro, I appreciate your videos. Andy Mckee, Antoine Dufour, video game music and folks like yourself keep me going. Found you not too long ago and have back tracked to all of your older videos and you've come a long way, which is awesome. You've got better quality, better ingredients. Papa Johns. Thanks for giving me continuous motivation to keep playing guitar and video game music as well as some good laughs!