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Doug’s Tune - Walk Through and Demo - Bluegrass Banjo

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  • Опубліковано 16 лис 2017
  • This tune is certainly a favorite of mine and I'm sure you'll love it too. If you want TAB for my arrangement you can find it here: sellfy.com/p/n...
    There are some new techniques and ideas to get control of here, so take your time, but most of all remember to have fun. As with all of the tunes I teach this is my arrangement. If you're looking for a note for note transcription of one of Doug Dillard's recorded versions then you've come to the wrong place.
    Melodic Break: • Doug's Tune - Melodic ...
    I'm playing a Recording King M5

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  • @JimPankey
    @JimPankey  2 роки тому +2

    Tab is here: sellfy.com/p/nAHf/

  • @suzosborne1132
    @suzosborne1132 3 роки тому +10

    My 2021 resolution was to play the banjo. Yep, I'm loving every minute and yes even us old dogs can learn new tricks.

  • @stevepawluk4129
    @stevepawluk4129 5 років тому +26

    Whoo-hoo! Got it! (I'll admit that I'm playing it at only about 2/3 of the speed that you play it on this video, but it's getting there!) Thank you, Mr. Pankey. Four and a half months ago I began with Lesson One of your 10-lesson UA-cam series. What a tremendous difference it makes to learn from an outstanding teacher! And what a genuine pleasure it is too!

  • @jeffreytruelove4868
    @jeffreytruelove4868 2 роки тому +4

    Jim I just want to say thank you I have not commented on any of your videos in the past but I have watched every one of them I have now been playing the banjo for one year and two months using your lessons exclusively and I am proud to say that I can sit down and play and enjoy my time playing. I have every day for the last year, you are an amazing teacher and I love how you break down the songs and make it learnable thank you so much

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  2 роки тому

      I’m happy that you are learning! Keep me posted on your progress.

  • @moledrools
    @moledrools 3 роки тому +3

    You are truly amazing at what you do. Straight to the point and no BS. HANDS DOWN THE BEST ON UA-cam

  • @bartholomewblack33
    @bartholomewblack33 4 роки тому +4

    I know I keep saying it Jimbo and always will, THANK YOU, you and your videos are just fantastic Ken from Kilmersdon UK

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  4 роки тому +1

      You’re more than welcome Ken. Keep picking!

  • @d1rtyl1ttlep1g
    @d1rtyl1ttlep1g 6 років тому +4

    Ya'll musta been practicing, that DOES sound perfect!! Doug Dillard would be proud!!

  • @garriemiller5010
    @garriemiller5010 8 місяців тому

    Thanks Jim, I love this tune. its so nice to be able to play some more melodic tunes now and then, this fits the bill. Keep up the teaching, great job.

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  8 місяців тому

      Awesome! Glad to help.

  • @JimmyJam1005
    @JimmyJam1005 6 років тому +2

    Thanks Jim, I have been watching your videos for about two months now, and I am really enjoying my banjo. You make it very easy and I have watched your beginning series and have learned a lot. My wife loves when I play this song, well when I attempt to play it . Anyways thanks for your help.

  • @peteribk6368
    @peteribk6368 5 років тому +3

    What a great tune, unusual and with surprising and melodic elements. And a big challenge to learn, at least for me. But Jim breaks it down in his very lovely style to manageable pieces, somewhat like the old saying how to eat an elephant bite by bite. I'm finally making some progress now and are currently working at the 2nd break. Somewhat like a huge puzzle that I enjoy learning it so much. Bought your tabs so you can enjoy a beer or to from me, cheers!

  • @paulmarkowski9794
    @paulmarkowski9794 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for offering the tab on this one, Jim. The extra help and added break really makes this one challenging but rewarding. Still working on the Melodic break, but each run through just makes the first 4 a little smoother, and being able to fall back on both the video and tab is also a big help.

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  3 роки тому

      Did you find the video I did of the melodic break?

    • @paulmarkowski9794
      @paulmarkowski9794 3 роки тому +1

      @@JimPankey Yes I did- thank you!

  • @johnfaus5427
    @johnfaus5427 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks Jim for explaining the notes and the encouragement @ the end

  • @smoochmcgee4303
    @smoochmcgee4303 4 роки тому +3

    Great lesson. Love this tune and your teaching style is perfect for my speed. It's great to learn 3 breaks.

  • @severinneukom
    @severinneukom 4 роки тому +1

    I am always amazed how clean you play and the timing couldn't be better.

  • @taitshankland9054
    @taitshankland9054 2 роки тому +1

    Jim, firstly glad to hear that your health is improving. I'm happy to hear that you are recovering. While you where away I've been pecking through this tune. It's taken some time to get through but I can almost keep up with you at this point. I'm working on the melodic break and the outro bit. This is hands down my favorite song to play now that it sounds like a song. Thanks again for everything that you have done. I love playing the banjo with you and I hope I can keep learning from you for a good long while. Thanks Jim for what you do.

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  2 роки тому

      Awesome! Glad I can help. 😊

  • @severinneukom
    @severinneukom 4 роки тому +1

    Didn't even know that when you write the time in the comments that it's like a link to this exact moment. 10:43 this is where the song begins. thanks Jim, it’s even easier to learn!

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  4 роки тому +1

      Very useful feature!

  • @EvaAdorable
    @EvaAdorable 6 років тому +3

    This is awesome, Mr. Pankey! And I think I might have even figured out the bit at the end. Thanks so much. :)

  • @tobypritchard6095
    @tobypritchard6095 5 років тому +2

    Love this tune Jim, thank you so much for your super classes. It gets better with every song! Merry Christmas x

  • @Phil-st7if
    @Phil-st7if 4 роки тому +5

    I now know what I'm going to be learning this COVID-19 season :D

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  4 роки тому +1

      That’s a good one to keep you busy for a while.

  • @LukeLikesSnow
    @LukeLikesSnow 6 років тому +1

    I'll say it again, the Marty of banjo, thank you for your videos. I finally get it now, thanks to you!

    • @topoftherock.
      @topoftherock. 5 років тому +2

      luke fleischmann Marty Robbins?

    • @zacharytarnow7290
      @zacharytarnow7290 5 років тому +1

      topoftherock yeah, Marty who?

    • @josephobrien991
      @josephobrien991 5 років тому

      @@zacharytarnow7290 Marty teaches songs on the guitar on you tube.

  • @rynehensley8889
    @rynehensley8889 3 роки тому +1

    I love this tune. Can’t wait to dig in

  • @dougarmstrong3007
    @dougarmstrong3007 4 роки тому +1

    Bought the tabs. They help quite a bit. (just a couple bucks) I'm a beginner and am able to muddle my way through this. Jim you are my favourite banjo teacher.

    • @dougarmstrong3007
      @dougarmstrong3007 4 роки тому +1

      FYI I started with your first 10 lesson series. I don't think I would be as progressed as I am without them. Thanks.

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  4 роки тому +1

      Good to hear that you're learning! Glad you're making progress. Keep picking!

  • @CountryClassicCovers
    @CountryClassicCovers 6 років тому

    Thanks Jim...appreciate you keeping things simple as well as your encouraging and helpful attitude...fine job! CW

  • @robertsnyder933
    @robertsnyder933 Рік тому +1

    After watching a number of different excellent musicians, like you, the vast majority of them are not good teachers...at least using UA-cam as a teaching tool. You however, are really good at it! Now, I know you can play at lightning speeds, most good players can. However, speed in my humble opinion is a bit irritating. A nice clip is great because we can hear every note. So, thank you Jim, thank you.

  • @obsquatch
    @obsquatch 3 роки тому +1

    That’s an amazing tune! Can’t wait to wrap my banjo around my brain while failing at this one.

  • @MountainHomeJerrel
    @MountainHomeJerrel 2 роки тому +1

    I misplaced my good quality finger picks. Bought some cheap, no-name brand replacement ones. They're so hard, even with pliers I cannot bend them into the right shape. Thanks for another great video!

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  2 роки тому

      Drives me nuts when I misplace my picks!!

  • @utahyork3338
    @utahyork3338 6 років тому +1

    Very nice pace. Thanks for sharing.

  • @mahdesian
    @mahdesian Рік тому

    Thanks for posting this! I'm following along the video with the tab and both are helpful!

  • @davidskimin9674
    @davidskimin9674 4 роки тому

    Hey Jim, great video, I'm about 2/3 rds of the way through and picking it up well, great teaching method, I like to get one section of pat (slow speed) before moving on to the next. I've owned a banjo for about 2 years now but my playing was irregular as some teachers I find are more about how good they are rather than teaching. Since watching your videos I'm playing every night now and it's coming on grand, keep up the great work buddy, Davy.

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  4 роки тому

      Just stay at it. Keep picking. Thanks for watching. 😊

  • @blubberbooty
    @blubberbooty 6 років тому

    Jim, your videos are fantastic bro.

  • @davidskimin9674
    @davidskimin9674 4 роки тому +2

    Hey Jim, great video, I've watched it so much the last while and am picking up some speed now, thanks, also watched your live stream, brilliant, any chance of some more gospel stuff, maybe 10,000 reasons, Davy.

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  4 роки тому +2

      Awesome, thank you! May do some more gospel in the future.

  • @mahavirdas9551
    @mahavirdas9551 5 років тому +2

    HI Jim. I started learning Doug's Tune yesterday and started looking for examples today. Went into You Tube and found your video. Thank you for making it. I then tried to call up the tab but have been unable to get it. would you please let me know how to find it. Thanks Marty Malles (Asheville, NC)

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  5 років тому

      Tab is here: sellfy.com/p/nAHf/

  • @peterjohnson724
    @peterjohnson724 6 років тому

    Thanks Jim. Really looking forward to learning this tune. A tab too!!!

    • @peterjohnson724
      @peterjohnson724 6 років тому

      Wow, what a stretch from 4th fret 4th string to 1st fret 2nd string in break 4, bar 52! I'm going to have to get longer fingers.

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  6 років тому

      You can do it. Check out Trevor here: Trevor Holder - Doug's Tune
      ua-cam.com/video/pbEgMQT3jDY/v-deo.html
      He's got small hands but manages that stretch at about 50 second mark.

    • @peterjohnson724
      @peterjohnson724 6 років тому

      Thank you James. I'd previously watched Trevor's video in awe several times and convinced myself he has a 3/4 size RK!

  • @seanmartinman7946
    @seanmartinman7946 6 років тому

    Jim you really are the man, you are such a great teacher, thanks for sharing, you really are an inspiration.
    The tune I wish you would teach is Deputy Dalton which ai believe uses a bit of Dougs roll 1215 1215 .

  • @greghaley7654
    @greghaley7654 6 років тому

    Love you style of teaching, Jim! I've been playing for 27 years, but have had a MAJOR setback - musician's focal dystonia in my right hand! I want my right hand to look and move like yours. Mine just doesn't feel or act like it used to. Could you talk a little bit about how your right hand should feel when playing? My fingers just won't stay curled in. Thanks!

    • @erwinlightspeed1228
      @erwinlightspeed1228 2 роки тому

      Guess I'm 4 years late, but check this out: ua-cam.com/video/XEvuFJPJJy8/v-deo.html&ab_channel=JasonSkinner

  • @keithbanther3385
    @keithbanther3385 3 роки тому +1

    I'll have to capo up to A to be able to reach the 4th string on the 2nd break
    ..dang short fingers! 😉

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  3 роки тому +1

      You can do it. Keep practicing.

    • @keithbanther3385
      @keithbanther3385 3 роки тому +1

      Oh..absolutely!
      Thanks for the encouragement Jim!

  • @Garlicbuttercups
    @Garlicbuttercups 4 роки тому +1

    New subscriber here, I’ve been following your videos the last few days since getting my 5 string and I’m already addicted. You’re awesome and I love the way you teach. Any chance you could give me a fun tune to learn during this whole self isolating thing? Something a little slower but meaty you know?

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  4 роки тому +2

      Thanks for subscribing. Golly, I dunno about a tune. Goodbye Liza Jane isn't too quick, and might make good use of your time.

    • @Garlicbuttercups
      @Garlicbuttercups 4 роки тому

      Jim Pankey thanks Jim I’ll check it out! Maybe if you get the time you should do a video lesson for it or something.
      Edit: I see you already have a video for it lol. So that’s what I’ll be doing today

  • @TheMeJustMe75
    @TheMeJustMe75 2 роки тому +1

    Isn't it played with a capo at the 3rd fret? I learned the guitar part and I learned it that way. Plus if you watch the Andy Griffith Show, the guitar is capoed at the 3rd fret. I don't play banjo so I am guessing.

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  2 роки тому

      And sometimes it’s played capoed at the 4th fret. I’ve also seen it capoed at 3. So…. Play it capoed where you want. Doesn’t change how the tune is played.

  • @kevernepointon4033
    @kevernepointon4033 4 роки тому +2

    excellent as always thank you KP (united kingdom)

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  4 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @InventPeace1
    @InventPeace1 11 місяців тому

    IF I wanted to use a guitar to play your exact fingering , what would the strings be tuned to ? (EA not played) DGBD Can you enlighten me ? or at least tell us exactly what your banjo strings are tuned to, THANKS> GREAT VIDEO ! ! InventPeaceNotWar

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  11 місяців тому

      Without restringing your guitar it could be difficult.
      It's all fun and games until you get to the fifth string.
      1st string is D
      2nd string is B (just like guitar)
      3rd string is G (just like guitar)
      4th string is D (yup, like guitar)
      and here's where it's tricky:
      5th string is G - and octave higher than you 3rd string.
      You can probably get a .009 to tune up to that G... I'd probably use a .008
      Good luck!

  • @josephobrien991
    @josephobrien991 5 років тому +1

    Learned it and love it, but there isn't a tutorial of how to play the ending on either this or the melodic lesson. Is there somewhere I can learn this ending you can direct me to? And of course, thanks for everything! Wait! I forgot I can slow these things down. I'll get it.

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  5 років тому +1

      ...and don't forget there's this to help: ua-cam.com/video/F4BIVZrilLc/v-deo.html
      As far as the rest it's just and A chord with a 3212 to a D7 with a 3212 and ends on an Em7

    • @josephobrien991
      @josephobrien991 5 років тому +1

      @@JimPankey I knew it sounded familiar. I always played that out of a triangle with tje little finger. Changed my fingering to your way for this. Much easoer to go into the A . Take care Jim

  • @bartholomewblack33
    @bartholomewblack33 5 років тому +1

    Wow Jim I love this tune!, I reckon I can play this with a bit of effort , I bought the tab it’s great!, problem I am finding is a cannot keep the tune in my head BUT this one is sticking not only that but my fingers are doing what they are told ! Still putting them on a diet though, think my fingers better suit the piano lol, tell me has the recording king got wider spacing on the strings than normal?

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  5 років тому

      Glad you are learning! The RK spacing is fairly standard... not wide for sure.

    • @bartholomewblack33
      @bartholomewblack33 5 років тому

      Jim Pankey I have obese fingers it seems Jim I know they ( banjos) are all pretty standard spacing ( I’ve looked lol) please keep up the good work

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  5 років тому

      I don’t think finger size has much to do with it... ua-cam.com/video/r-rg5Lpvouk/v-deo.html

  • @ProfesserLuigi
    @ProfesserLuigi 6 років тому

    Gonna get me a banjo soon. Guess I better subscribe.

  • @davidskimin3471
    @davidskimin3471 2 роки тому

    Hey Jim, love you playing this. I've got it down fairly well but not at your speed. Can you recommend any good banjo Gospel books.

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  2 роки тому +1

      No idea as far as books go. Find some gospel recordings you like and start there

  • @kenpotf
    @kenpotf 6 років тому

    Awesome! Do you have a video made showing the ending after shave and a haircut? I've been trying to learn that.

    • @peterjohnson724
      @peterjohnson724 6 років тому +1

      If I’ve correctly understood the bit you’re talking about then a version of it is 6th fret 3rd string, 5th fret 2nd string, open 5th string, 5th fret 1st string. Then slide down to 2nd fret third string, 1st fret 2nd string, open 5th string, 1st fret 1st string, open third string then strum down open 5th, 4th 3rd and 2nd and 2nd fret 1st string.

    • @kenpotf
      @kenpotf 6 років тому

      Thanks! I'll practice that one. I've also been trying to find the ending that a lot of players use with Dueling Banjos....this sounds close....

    • @peterjohnson724
      @peterjohnson724 6 років тому

      If the ending you're looking for is the one Jim uses at the end of this video then it's in his tab. Well worth buying!

  • @MarkMcCluney
    @MarkMcCluney 6 років тому +1

    Kath wants to know if you're going for the Santa Claus gig. Love to Pankey clan mate.

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  6 років тому

      +Mark McCluney I’m playing Santa for our local Scouts. :)

    • @MarkMcCluney
      @MarkMcCluney 6 років тому

      Jim Pankey naturally! Talking of scouts, who's going to be lifting up who for the 2018 photo?

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  6 років тому

      +Mark McCluney oh... That's probably me again. :)

  • @yvonneschulz9445
    @yvonneschulz9445 6 років тому +1

    Hallo aus Germany
    Ich bin durch dich auf mein R KR 35 madisson gekommen. Du hast mir die Entscheidung echt leicht gemacht, Danke dafür.
    Seit 2 Tagen bin ich dabei den Tune zu Üben. Dank dir und deiner guten Anleitung klappt es gut. Bitte mach weiter so.
    Frage; zu Home sweet Home,
    Kanst du es auch mal in D Tuning zeigen ?
    Liebe Grüße aus Deutschland

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  6 років тому +1

      Das ist eine großartige Idee für ein Video! Ich werde darüber nachdenken und versuchen, es bald zu tun. Ich bin froh, dass dir dein RK gefällt. (Bitte entschuldigen Sie mein Deutsch)

  • @briscoedarling3237
    @briscoedarling3237 4 роки тому +1

    Only thing it’s missin’ is my purty juggin’.....

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  4 роки тому +1

      A one and a two and a here we go!

  • @lowellcrites77
    @lowellcrites77 3 роки тому +1

    anyone have tab's for doug's tune

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  3 роки тому

      sellfy.com/wildjimbo/p/nAHf/

  • @RandoAJ_
    @RandoAJ_ 2 місяці тому +1

    Did you ever cover the part at the very end, i cant find one

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  2 місяці тому +1

      Which part? I have another video where I cover the melodic break.

    • @RandoAJ_
      @RandoAJ_ 2 місяці тому

      After the walk down and after the big stretch. the very ending of the song looks like is starts on the 11th fret

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  2 місяці тому +1

      @Rando_AJ don’t I demonstrate it in the video?

    • @RandoAJ_
      @RandoAJ_ 2 місяці тому

      You did play through it but never went in depth about it.

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  2 місяці тому +1

      @Rando_AJ give me a minute mark…

  • @davidlundmark9359
    @davidlundmark9359 5 років тому +1

    10:30 Which other video is the melodic version?

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  5 років тому +1

      Doug's Tune - Melodic Break - Recording King M5 ua-cam.com/video/pKxQ9c9g0r4/v-deo.html

    • @davidlundmark9359
      @davidlundmark9359 5 років тому +1

      @@JimPankey Oh great, thanks man! Very good tutorial on this song, I have almost learned the whole bit now!

  • @ToolsAreToys
    @ToolsAreToys 4 роки тому +1

    04:17 bookmark

  • @michaelgraves1985
    @michaelgraves1985 6 років тому

    Hey Jim I like your videos but I don’t own a banjo could you give me advise of buying a banjo

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  6 років тому

      That's not really an easy thing to answer. There are a lot of options. There are budget considerations too. Google is probably gonna help you quite a bit. I'm partial to the Recording King brand.

    • @peterjohnson724
      @peterjohnson724 6 років тому

      Jim's affection for Recording King is why I got one, and I'm delighted with it.

    • @crazyx519
      @crazyx519 6 років тому

      I just bought a Recording King RK 36 Madison - LOVE IT!

    • @peterjohnson724
      @peterjohnson724 6 років тому

      Enjoy!

    • @seanmartinman7946
      @seanmartinman7946 6 років тому

      I got a Recording King RK35 after seeing Jim picking them and they are the best banjos you can get for the money. Im in the uk and there are no main RK retailers that I can find or I might upgrade to a Elite but these are great banjos.

  • @jimjoyce7607
    @jimjoyce7607 5 років тому +1

    Good Job Jim.....but please tell whoever transcribes your vocal to written text.....the name of the tune is DOUG’S TUNE .....NOT “ DUCK STICK”!! 😬 😜

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  5 років тому

      If you want a bigger laugh slow the video to 50%.... Obviously Google/UA-cam does the CC on the fly. They can be hilarious.

  • @tobypritchard6095
    @tobypritchard6095 5 років тому

    Hi Jim, whats that awesome sign off riff you do at 12:15?

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  5 років тому

      Two of these: Shave and a Haircut Two Bits - ua-cam.com/video/F4BIVZrilLc/v-deo.html then add an A and s D7 finishing with an Em7.

    • @tobypritchard6095
      @tobypritchard6095 5 років тому

      Great, thanks. Love it!

    • @tobypritchard6095
      @tobypritchard6095 5 років тому

      @@JimPankey is that last part with an alternate roll? (Apologies, wasn't able to download the tab)

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  5 років тому

      Toby Pritchard it’s a 3212 sorta roll... very Doug Dillard like. :)

    • @tobypritchard6095
      @tobypritchard6095 5 років тому

      @@JimPankey Perfect, thanks Jim! The progression from song to song has been amazing. So grateful :)

  • @davidstanich9369
    @davidstanich9369 2 роки тому

    You ever heard of Dennis Potter?

  • @dellboy3980
    @dellboy3980 6 років тому

    jim what is the 3.2 roll , i might be missing siomething

    • @007Henrybond
      @007Henrybond 6 років тому +1

      ua-cam.com/video/J0K5wnm6XhM/v-deo.html

    • @dellboy3980
      @dellboy3980 6 років тому

      your lession r great thank you

  • @moledrools
    @moledrools 3 роки тому +1

    This a tough song lol 😆 but I'm trying

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  3 роки тому +1

      You can do it 😊

    • @moledrools
      @moledrools 3 роки тому +1

      @@JimPankey the first part is hard cause I keep screwing up on the roll pattern. The rest of it is simple.

  • @ToolsAreToys
    @ToolsAreToys 4 роки тому

    05:28 My hands don't stretch that far! :"(

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  4 роки тому

      then skip that part until you can do it. I'd recommend going back and practicing my Super Simple Ballad of Jed Clampett where I first introduce that shape. It's always good to master the simpler things before diving headfirst into the deep end.

  • @RenoScruggs
    @RenoScruggs 3 роки тому

    11:56

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  3 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/pKxQ9c9g0r4/v-deo.html

    • @RenoScruggs
      @RenoScruggs 3 роки тому +1

      Thanks Jim

  • @monsterzero1965
    @monsterzero1965 3 роки тому +1

    Your intro is completely wrong--try again there is NO E until after the walkdown but oh yeah you 'interpret' it--If you are going to teach it teach it RIGHT

    • @JimPankey
      @JimPankey  3 роки тому +1

      So? This is how I play it. If you already know how it goes, then this shouldn’t be an issue? You’re also welcome to post a video of the “correct” way.

    • @paulmarkowski9794
      @paulmarkowski9794 3 роки тому +1

      One negative comment in 116- not bad! But going to your channel and seeing that comments are turned off tells the whole story- some people can dish it out but not take it. Not that Jim needs any help defending his instruction, nowhere on his channel does he say this is the only way to play these songs- these are all Jim's versions, and he clearly says as much- AND encourages his students to develop their own versions, as well as developing their own song versions using licks that he teaches. It is truly rare to find someone who loves music so much that they just want to share it with others, and most of us appreciate it. If you are so into perfection, maybe the math world would better suite you, and leave the art to professionals like Jim!