What a wonderful young player, so appreciative to be able to share his passion. I believe we met the first year he played at CAAS, what a gift to mankind and fine example of how to be the best you can be.
Great advice Joe. I use the 'bell tone' effect a lot. Play say the G on fifth fret with the G 3rd string open. Or the B fourth fret with B second string open.
Yes , so helpful on your explanation of the finger picking style and feel I do think to ,t listen and familiarise yourself with the tune over and over, hum it ,sing it ,what ever it takes to pick the changes in the tune I really enjoy you sharing your God given talent
Thanks so much Joe - good ideas. My main picking technique is “hybrid” with flat pick, but I realize the limitations and want to also be comfortable with thumb pick. The challenge for me is keeping the thumb independent - e.g. bass line. Ideas on this would be great. Thanks again!
Joe, these tips & tricks are extremely helpful and your advice is exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you kindly! I have been dabbling with this style for years, but never really got it down. I have developed some basic finger and thumb independence. I am very impressed that an accomplished player like yourself would take the time to share this information. You are a are a true gentleman and an asset to the thumb picking fingerstyle guitar community! I love listening to you play Joe...you are awesome!
Thanks for these tips Joe! Freight train and Windy are two songs in my repertoire, and I like the little additions you showed. I’ll also have to remember that mirror idea!
When i was a beginner i would not even pay attention to it, but now i can see, right there, at 2:34, even with this simple melody, this signature insane vibrato goes through, showing the real skill. Lovely video. I ve never finished learning freight train, maybe i should get to it)
Just invested in Udemy Fingerpicking Intermediate and Advanced by Joe Robinson. Well worth the funds - great teacher, well thought out lessons and delivery. Looking forward to more lessons by this guy.
Hi Joe, I met you at the songwriting workshop at Asilomar. It was a motivating experience for me as I'm sure it was for most. We were so very impressed with the talents you brought to that event. How kind of you to share your tips on song composition. I admire all the artists you suggested we learn from. I met Towns Van Zandt and it fanned the flames for my songwriting journey. Thank you for your sharing your insights.
Very good advice on how to keep the fingers relaxed when applying connected formats. Especially when shifting rhythms. A little at a time with a smooth put together. Less repetitive motion and more memory reflex development. Thank you for sharing your insights. Cheers, Vince James (Ajello)
Thanks for this Joe. The "practicing in front of a mirror" suggestion is great. It really helps provide oneself with feedback on posture, hand position, etc. And of course, I liked the reference to our mutual friend (and my former teacher), Daniel Levitin :)
Really helpful and interesting Joe! I've been transcribing your playing for years since like 2012 and it's great to hear you talk about how you do it. I'm going to share this video in particular with some friends and students. Please do ramble on about something else because I'm learning! Also I agree 100% with your Talent is BS argument too.
Great lesson as always! I don't comment on some of your outstanding videos, as I listen whilst driving long distances... 🎉 thanks for all your great videos JR!
Hey Joe, please do some more covers of classic 'folky' songs like your vids of Streets of London & Don't think Twice - which are near perfect and really inspiring - and not over embellished like many covers are..
This is a fantastic video. Some simple ideas which are truly great advice. Joe teaches in a very calm way and keeps it simple. He is one of my new favorites! Thanks, John Gig Harbor, WA
I really like this video. I only play fingerstyle guitar, and you just said a bunch of stuff it took me forever to figure out on my own! Good tip about using a mirror. Thanks!
Thank you so much Joe for some really good advice! I think I remember you from Steve Krenz’s show explaining your fantastic harmonic technique? Terrific!
I have a Maton, I have the thumb pick and the 12-53 light-gauge strings. I've watched you, TE, and Emil explain the boom-chick thumb picking pattern over and over and have been trying to get it down for over a year. I think I've finally figured out that my brain and fingers aren't connected. Still love watching you play though. Keep the vid's coming!
Getting that thumb independence really takes quite a while, but keep working at it, cuz once you get it, it’s wonderful! Joe mentioned the first song is the hardest to learn, but it really does get better if you keep at it.
Michael Paling Thanks for the encouragement. My wife doesn't like Freight Train, so I've been working on Tommy Emmanuel's version of Deep River Blues. Cheers, Doug
Great tips, thanks ! How do you prevent the note on the strings played with the thumbpick to overpower the notes played simultaneously on the other strings ?
Fantastic playing, Joe! I'm trying to get back into guitar after years of not playing and hoping to learn a lot from your channel and courses. Is there a name for the 12 bar blues tune at the beginning of this video? Seems like a good place to start!
I think you want a pick that fits nice and tight but doesn't turn your thumb purple. I use a Dunlop Medium, but it's worth going to your local store and testing a few if you can. I think Dunlop M or L will work for most people.
Great insights Joe, loving these! Do you teach some of these tunes in a separate “ slower” version? I’ve played for years but not finger style and I really want to get good at it. Thx!
I'm an old dog, but trying hard to start learning some new tricks. This had been helpful, for sure. I will take in what ever I can to help myself. It's not about being crowd pleaser but learning something new always makes me feel a little inspired to keep moving forward no matter how slow. We need to start somewhere, action speaks louder than words. Thanks for the tips
hey Joe, how much would you say is a reasonable action on a fingerstyle guitar? I've been struggling for a while trying to find the right action for me on my taylor without losing too much versatility out of it
Hey Joe (! lol) - do you ever make use of your 4th, i.e. your little finger? I'd be really curious, since I started to get mine used to serve as a fifth striking finger. Any recommendations or ecperiences with this one? Thanks mate! :)
Hey Joe, along with "Freight train" and "Windy and Warm" what other pieces would you chose or recommend for a "starter" fingerstyle repertoire, to build about a 10 song set? Thank you for all your videos and advices.
The truss rod only adjusts the neck relief, when I take my guitar to my luthier, they'll cut the nut and saddle to get the action just right. They will also dress the frets and make sure the neck is straight. Highly recommend taking your guitar to a good luthier, it's very much an art and science!!
Great video. I am struggling with writing notes and tabs. How do you write? Just by hand? Do you use midi converters to record midi that you play? Is there an easier way than hand writing?
Thanks Joe! We saw you at Fitzgeralds in Chicago nearly a year ago. Your music is very inspiring and motivating me to take my 3rd go at learning and playing guitar. Tips like this make me think I can get it to stick this time. Hope to see you on the road again soon!
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It could be a 48hour video, i would watch in one take! Love you Joe, my biggest influence.
Your generosity and enthusiasm for your craft is amazing. This video has been beyond interesting.
What a wonderful young player, so appreciative to be able to share his passion. I believe we met the first year he played at CAAS, what a gift to mankind and fine example of how to be the best you can be.
Thanks dear this instructions of yours will be so helpful for me
I love fingerstyl guitar playing. Which I just started to learn.
Great advice Joe. I use the 'bell tone' effect a lot. Play say the G on fifth fret with the G 3rd string open. Or the B fourth fret with B second string open.
Yes , so helpful on your explanation of the finger picking style and feel
I do think to ,t listen and familiarise yourself with the tune over and over, hum it ,sing it ,what ever it takes to pick the changes in the tune
I really enjoy you sharing your God given talent
Amazing player and excellent teacher too!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge, waiting for more content like this. Cheers!!
Great video Joe. Tons of excellent advice 😁
Thanks so much Joe - good ideas. My main picking technique is “hybrid” with flat pick, but I realize the limitations and want to also be comfortable with thumb pick. The challenge for me is keeping the thumb independent - e.g. bass line. Ideas on this would be great. Thanks again!
super informative. thanks Joe
Hello from Nova Scotia. Your videos are a true inspiration. I am going to be using your tips on a daily basis. Just love fingerstyle! Even more now.
Joe, these tips & tricks are extremely helpful and your advice is exactly what I needed to hear. Thank you kindly! I have been dabbling with this style for years, but never really got it down. I have developed some basic finger and thumb independence. I am very impressed that an accomplished player like yourself would take the time to share this information. You are a are a true gentleman and an asset to the thumb picking fingerstyle guitar community! I love listening to you play Joe...you are awesome!
Great info. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I loved seeing you with Tommy Emmanuel, in South Milwaukee; last year.
Thanks for these tips Joe! Freight train and Windy are two songs in my repertoire, and I like the little additions you showed. I’ll also have to remember that mirror idea!
When i was a beginner i would not even pay attention to it, but now i can see, right there, at 2:34, even with this simple melody, this signature insane vibrato goes through, showing the real skill.
Lovely video. I ve never finished learning freight train, maybe i should get to it)
Joe Bluesboy Robinson. Great advice Joe and fantastic finger picking style.
Learned a lot. Thank you!
Wonderful video. Very informative and helpful indeed. Thank you Joe :)
Thanks for the helpful ideas. I've been playing guitar (mostly as a hobby - just for fun) for 45 years. I'm just getting started with fingerstyle.
Thanks heaps for your advise Joe. Love your music mate, I’m in isolation for next two weeks and going to try to learn windy
Just invested in Udemy Fingerpicking Intermediate and Advanced by Joe Robinson. Well worth the funds - great teacher, well thought out lessons and delivery. Looking forward to more lessons by this guy.
Such a humble soul
Great respect
Hi Joe, I met you at the songwriting workshop at Asilomar. It was a motivating experience for me as I'm sure it was for most. We were so very impressed with the talents you brought to that event. How kind of you to share your tips on song composition. I admire all the artists
you suggested we learn from. I met Towns Van Zandt and it fanned the flames for my songwriting journey. Thank you for your sharing your insights.
Thanks for the lesson brother. Incredible.
Great advice! gotta get me those JR signature metronomes haha
Very good advice on how to keep the fingers relaxed when applying connected formats. Especially when shifting rhythms. A little at a time with a smooth put together. Less repetitive motion and more memory reflex development. Thank you for sharing your insights. Cheers, Vince James (Ajello)
Yo JOE! its your old buddy little Tommy Bukovac...remember me? great playing as always mate
G'day Tom!!! Great to hear from you mate! Homeskoolin' is a brilliant series, love tuning in from time to time!! Hope to see you again soon my friend
Joe, you get more and more generous each time I find you here. I appreciate you SO much!!
Thanks Greg!!!
Really a good chat. Thank you Joe, greetings from Buenos Aires
Thanks for this Joe. The "practicing in front of a mirror" suggestion is great. It really helps provide oneself with feedback on posture, hand position, etc. And of course, I liked the reference to our mutual friend (and my former teacher), Daniel Levitin :)
Thanks Joe!
Thank you. Very good and interesting. You helped me alot. Best wishes.🎸
Joe, I so appreciate you to take time and show these technics.. You are awesome in every way! You a great guitarist and teacher!
Thank you so much JoeRob! God bless you more!
👍👍👍Greetings and kindness.
Thanks Joe.
So glad that I recently found you on UA-cam. Great lesson and tips. Totally blow away by your versatility and incredible technique. Thank you so much.
Best tips fingerstyle. Tx
Really helpful and interesting Joe! I've been transcribing your playing for years since like 2012 and it's great to hear you talk about how you do it. I'm going to share this video in particular with some friends and students. Please do ramble on about something else because I'm learning! Also I agree 100% with your Talent is BS argument too.
I just found you, but I am in awe!! You are a fantastic inspiration!
wow Joe, thank you so much for those free tips and lessons from a true master, it matters so much for us! Please keeps this up its super helpful!
Great lesson as always!
I don't comment on some of your outstanding videos, as I listen whilst driving long distances...
🎉 thanks for all your great videos JR!
Thank you Rob!!! I appreciate it!
Thank you Joe so enjoy your channel and your talent...you have a great personality ...best to you
You’re an I incredible player, and your tips are very much appreciated!
Superb playing . Very happy to find your channel . I have a lot to learn from you , many thanks .
I admire the way you share your knowledge with us, very pedagogical and useful !
Hey Joe, please do some more covers of classic 'folky' songs like your vids of Streets of London & Don't think Twice - which are near perfect and really inspiring - and not over embellished like many covers are..
Very interesting and helpful - thank you
So helpful!!!! Want more!!!!!
Good job ..
This is awesome.. Keep it up
Thanks for the insight, mate. Windy and warm all the way !
This is a fantastic video. Some simple ideas which are truly great advice. Joe teaches in a very calm way and keeps it simple. He is one of my new favorites!
Thanks, John
Gig Harbor, WA
I really appreciate it John!!
It always feels good to listen to your advices Joe.... Makes me keep my motivation going on n on.... Thnx
Hey Joe,
That was wonderful! What a privilege to get a glimpse into your mastery of the instrument!
Thank you!
I really like this video. I only play fingerstyle guitar, and you just said a bunch of stuff it took me forever to figure out on my own! Good tip about using a mirror. Thanks!
I really appreciate it.
Great insights Joe ... staying relaxed is sometimes a lot easier said than done especially when your playing live ... But I'll try ... :-)
This was helpful, thank you Joe!!
Thanks Reginald! I’m happy to hear that, all the best ✌🏻
Thanks for the class and tips, Joe !
Thank you so much Joe for some really good advice! I think I remember you from Steve Krenz’s show explaining your fantastic harmonic technique? Terrific!
Thank you sooo very much for the tips Robinson it was really helpful to me.🙏
Really like your tips Joe! Saludos~
Thanks for sharing sirrrr 🎸🎶🎶👍... really help for practicing 🎸😊
Its not easy just like my fave song
Thanks Joe.. you are so great👊
Great video! Thank you so much!
Amazing! so good this format of video👏👏👏 continue please 😉
I have a Maton, I have the thumb pick and the 12-53 light-gauge strings. I've watched you, TE, and Emil explain the boom-chick thumb picking pattern over and over and have been trying to get it down for over a year. I think I've finally figured out that my brain and fingers aren't connected. Still love watching you play though. Keep the vid's coming!
Getting that thumb independence really takes quite a while, but keep working at it, cuz once you get it, it’s wonderful! Joe mentioned the first song is the hardest to learn, but it really does get better if you keep at it.
Michael Paling Thanks for the encouragement. My wife doesn't like Freight Train, so I've been working on Tommy Emmanuel's version of Deep River Blues. Cheers, Doug
It is very difficult, don’t give up
Sir, so you're recommending to arrange in key of E so that I can use those open strings E and A to mute pick?
Great advice.
Can you do tapping Joe , like joe satriani and etc tapping wooh
Thanks 😎🎸
GREAT story - still see of Tommy E in your playing!
Thanks!
Great tips, thanks ! How do you prevent the note on the strings played with the thumbpick to overpower the notes played simultaneously on the other strings ?
great do you learn a repertoire by follow your course? : I dont think i am ready to write my own songs i just what to learn some songs
Fantastic playing, Joe! I'm trying to get back into guitar after years of not playing and hoping to learn a lot from your channel and courses. Is there a name for the 12 bar blues tune at the beginning of this video? Seems like a good place to start!
Fantastic. What thumb pick do you recommend and how to properly size it? Thank you for your tips.
I think you want a pick that fits nice and tight but doesn't turn your thumb purple. I use a Dunlop Medium, but it's worth going to your local store and testing a few if you can. I think Dunlop M or L will work for most people.
@@Joe_Robinson thanks!!!!
thanks a lot for this
Awesome man.
I have a question brother, Every time that I'm playing I made a mistakes that make me annoying and much afraid about concert. What should I do?
Great insights Joe, loving these! Do you teach some of these tunes in a separate “ slower” version? I’ve played for years but not finger style and I really want to get good at it. Thx!
Thanks Rick - yes, there are slower versions on my TrueFire channel!
I'm an old dog, but trying hard to start learning some new tricks. This had been helpful, for sure. I will take in what ever I can to help myself. It's not about being crowd pleaser but learning something new always makes me feel a little inspired to keep moving forward no matter how slow. We need to start somewhere, action speaks louder than words. Thanks for the tips
hey Joe, how much would you say is a reasonable action on a fingerstyle guitar? I've been struggling for a while trying to find the right action for me on my taylor without losing too much versatility out of it
Hey Joe (! lol) - do you ever make use of your 4th, i.e. your little finger? I'd be really curious, since I started to get mine used to serve as a fifth striking finger. Any recommendations or ecperiences with this one? Thanks mate! :)
Ace content Joe, liked, subbed and rung the bell!
Thanks Nelson!
Hey Joe, along with "Freight train" and "Windy and Warm" what other pieces would you chose or recommend for a "starter" fingerstyle repertoire, to build about a 10 song set? Thank you for all your videos and advices.
Baby’s Coming Home, Jiffy Jam, Doc’s Guitar are all great. Check out my TrueFire channel - I have tutorials and TAB for these
Any amp/pedal to recommend? 😁
Hi Joe, how do you get low action? By adjusting the truss only, or also by adjusting the height of the bridge? Thanks!
The truss rod only adjusts the neck relief, when I take my guitar to my luthier, they'll cut the nut and saddle to get the action just right. They will also dress the frets and make sure the neck is straight. Highly recommend taking your guitar to a good luthier, it's very much an art and science!!
Thank you! I just bought a EBG808C Nashville
Great video. I am struggling with writing notes and tabs. How do you write? Just by hand? Do you use midi converters to record midi that you play? Is there an easier way than hand writing?
I just type it into Guitar Pro. But there may be a better way to do it
You damn Aussie's can really play? Great bluesy jam.
Thanks a lot for the lesson, it really helps
Amazing, you're a huge player
What is the model of the guitar? What is the brand?
Maton Guitars! The model is the JR Signature
@@Joe_Robinson Thank you friend, you are truly rare, a perfect guitarist! Good luck with everything
This video has been a real shot in the arm Joe ....what do you know 😊
great tips, anyway what brand string do you use? is it bright or warm type?thanks
I use D’addario EJ16 for acoustic, replacing the high E with a 0.14
Can you please type the second song (after Freight Train) that you mentioned. Could not catch it. Thanks. Great stuff, as usual.
Sure thing Louie - that's Windy & Warm
@@Joe_Robinson I was so lucky that this was the first fingerstyle I liked and tried to learn :) perfect for beginners
@@Joe_Robinson Thank you.
Thanks Joe! We saw you at Fitzgeralds in Chicago nearly a year ago. Your music is very inspiring and motivating me to take my 3rd go at learning and playing guitar. Tips like this make me think I can get it to stick this time. Hope to see you on the road again soon!
What is your guitar action at the 12th fret?
I don’t know the measurement, but it is as low as it can be without too much buzzing
Just ordered four of Daniel’s books
Enjoy, they are fantastic 👍🏻
Joe: set the guitar up so you don't have to fight it.
Also Joe: plays 14s
Being loose is underrated.