Acoustic Guitar Sessions Presents Aoife O'Donovan

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  • Опубліковано 9 кві 2015
  • With her absolutely gorgeous crystalline voice and unique singing style, Aoife O'Donovan has become one of folk music's leading lights. Upon going solo a few years ago, she practiced guitar incessantly so that she'd be able to accompany her singing, and in the process developed a distinctive, syncopated two-finger picking method. O'Donovan talks to AG about her "crash course" in guitar playing and shows off her 1934 size-0 Martin as well. We also discuss her array of influences--from mid-'90s Lilith Fair favorites to traditional folk and bluegrass--and, best of all, get to hear two lovely tunes ("The Lakes of Pontchartrain" and "Glowing Heart").
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 83

  • @karakirsch570
    @karakirsch570 3 місяці тому +1

    Wow! I'm so stunned. this singer sounds and looks so so so much like a younger Mary Chapin Carpenter! I can't get enough of this artists music!

  • @maiterubioortigosa8307
    @maiterubioortigosa8307 9 років тому +23

    I am already a fan of hers. Her voice is a heaven -sent gift. , her songs, wonderful. Her guitar technique, unique. OH, we are so lucky to have her around. I met her in person in Badalona, Barcelona.( Spain ) a few weeks ago. She is such a kind person, too.It takes lots of work to bring up a talented child like this without spoiling her . God bless her parents for this jewel of a person. Good job, all along! As for you, Aoife, looking forward to seeing you around here again soon. I will be the one who will shout " we love you, Aoife!" in the public, this time. GOOD LUCK! and thanks!!!!

  • @CamsCampbell
    @CamsCampbell 9 років тому +7

    Beautiful.She really reminds me of Suzanne Vega in her early years, especially in the second song. I'm so glad to have found Aoife.

  • @jessemullen9083
    @jessemullen9083 6 років тому +7

    I've posted on several Sara Watkins/Sarah Jarosz/Aoife O'Donovan vids, but I've yet to say this; I love the faces Aoife makes when singing. It cracks me up, and is just so pure and natural.

    • @williamc.hensel130
      @williamc.hensel130 4 роки тому +4

      Yes, she embodies what she's voicing - perhaps the difference between 'singing' music and 'making music'? Another exemplar is Emily Frantz of 'Mandolin Orange.'

    • @jeffk6844
      @jeffk6844 4 роки тому +1

      Definitely agree. I also love Aoife's facial expressions she makes while singing. I think it shows her complete immersion in the songs, and personalizes and makes her performances even more evocative.

  • @gumballtoy
    @gumballtoy 8 років тому +9

    One of my very favorite singer/songwriters....absolutely beautiful !

  • @emmgeevideo
    @emmgeevideo 4 роки тому +5

    I just discovered her today! So original! I love her Joni Mitchell covers. I want to hear more!

    • @jamesdolan4042
      @jamesdolan4042 3 роки тому

      So original - Joni Mitchel cover? or such an interpreter- Joni Mitchell cover. Actually I think that a person of the calibre, musical heritage, training, superb singing voice, and splendid guitar playing as Aoife O'Donovan shows the absolute genius and innovation of Joni Mitchell.

  • @ajhubert4568
    @ajhubert4568 7 років тому +2

    Aoife has the most natural beauty and talent of any female vocalist! Keep it up Beautiful!!!

  • @adityanemlekar
    @adityanemlekar 9 років тому +12

    Wow was having a rough day till I heard this. The woman is a genius - stunning vocals and songwriting. Thanks for posting!

    • @raytheprinter
      @raytheprinter 9 років тому +1

      Aditya Nemlekar You do know that she did not write the first song.Im not sure who did.It has been around for many,many years.Not sure but the last song may be one she wrote. She is very good!

    • @ramblingversatile5238
      @ramblingversatile5238 9 років тому +1

      raytheprinter Lakes of Ponchartrain (first song) I believe it's traditional.

    • @raytheprinter
      @raytheprinter 9 років тому +2

      Rambling Versatile I love Paul Bradys cover of this wonderful tune

  • @SarahSpencerMusic
    @SarahSpencerMusic 8 років тому +7

    This is so inspiring. Gives me hope that if maybe, MAYBE I practice 6 hours a day for 2 months before a show, I can play as well as her :)

  • @georgemcelroy3058
    @georgemcelroy3058 4 роки тому +2

    Aoife is the best!! Whether it's solo, in I'm With Her, or in Crooked Still, she is a joy to behold. I've been blessed to have seen her live several dozen times, many times in the front row. I try never to miss her when she is nearby. If you haven't seen her, fix that! God bless you Aoife!

  • @Meymeygwis
    @Meymeygwis 7 років тому +2

    Beautifully authentic!
    Great study points for other aspiring players.

  • @richardvaughan9994
    @richardvaughan9994 6 років тому

    Beautiful song, I closed my eyes and felt peace all over my body

  • @kokomal68
    @kokomal68 8 років тому +1

    Both really really nice songs. Really like glowing heart. Great lyrics and she performs it great. Keep doing your thing Aoife! Great stuff.

  • @andrewwilliams9419
    @andrewwilliams9419 9 років тому +3

    Pure talent

  • @cookingnotes
    @cookingnotes 3 роки тому

    Amazing voice, got to love this woman.

  • @georgemcelroy3058
    @georgemcelroy3058 5 років тому +3

    The best singer in America.

    • @nyrckr
      @nyrckr 2 роки тому

      Best Singer / Songwriter/ Composer

  • @MrHoneyWho
    @MrHoneyWho 9 років тому +2

    great..great..great..

  • @junimondin
    @junimondin 8 років тому +1

    Your guitar play and your voice work fantastic together!!!! Greetings from Bavaria :D Tina

  • @NoWorries5000
    @NoWorries5000 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing! I loved it!!!!

  • @PoetlaureateNFDL
    @PoetlaureateNFDL 11 місяців тому +1

    Simply awesome 😊🎉🎉

  • @124retlksncvlifvlxiu
    @124retlksncvlifvlxiu 4 роки тому

    Wow I love her

  • @hitchhikrr
    @hitchhikrr 2 роки тому

    she has an amazing voice

  • @moonlitme
    @moonlitme 8 років тому

    oh man I want one!

  • @theanonwolf
    @theanonwolf 8 років тому +4

    She is the freakin best

  • @wallacerotternaut
    @wallacerotternaut Рік тому

    I couldn’t love you more Aoifa!

  • @SPARKY4944
    @SPARKY4944 7 років тому +3

    Damn i love i ran across this. Well done

    • @colmcasey1794
      @colmcasey1794 6 років тому

      I think when Paul Brady did this song anyone who heard his version should just forget about singing it on stage.Maybe at home.Seagulls are not crappy guitars by the way.

  • @tchoate14
    @tchoate14 4 роки тому

    An absolute siren

  • @Tom-TomAlmighty
    @Tom-TomAlmighty 2 роки тому

    Ethereal , just effortless perfection .

  • @soulvaccination8679
    @soulvaccination8679 6 років тому

    I just fell in love again,

  • @BernardFarrell
    @BernardFarrell 7 років тому +1

    I already love Paul Brady's version of this, Aoife's is a more than excellent alternative.

  • @willcraswell
    @willcraswell 4 роки тому

    Anyone managed to tab her guitar lick yet? I love it, been looking for fast 3/4 pick and hers definitely fits the bill.

  • @jeanlucLamigeon
    @jeanlucLamigeon 6 років тому +1

    Je suis en france mais j'adore votre feeling

    • @Francophone974
      @Francophone974 4 роки тому

      Corrigeons ça : "Je suis en France ET j'adore votre feeling" :)

  • @nickfletcher4132
    @nickfletcher4132 7 років тому +1

    Niceee!

  • @Mistertbones
    @Mistertbones 8 років тому +1

    I've seen her live with Noam Pikelny, she is really talented.

    • @124retlksncvlifvlxiu
      @124retlksncvlifvlxiu 4 роки тому

      Mistertbones I’m about to see them in April I’m so excited

  • @bstimy
    @bstimy 4 роки тому

    She’s amazing in every way. Love the Tunes she’s written for Alison Krauss also.

  • @tikunani
    @tikunani 4 роки тому

    That practice paid off! fingerpicking you have to do at least three separate things plus the singing!

  • @josephsalmon3029
    @josephsalmon3029 5 років тому

    A nice mention of Tim O'Brien!

  • @MattJay.
    @MattJay. 8 років тому +7

    I like how her singing voice is really sweet and clear but her talking voice is quite deep (not in a manly way though) and raspy

  • @sonicsuperantihero5048
    @sonicsuperantihero5048 6 років тому +1

    As good as it gets.

  • @a2mdm3
    @a2mdm3 6 років тому

    I want some of North beauty

  • @sguxdjwdndjaql
    @sguxdjwdndjaql 3 роки тому

    can someone please trim the video with only the clip of her singing Glowing Heart and upload it?

  • @BrianKaszuba
    @BrianKaszuba 4 роки тому

    Can someone help me with the chord progressions she is using, especially on the instrumental part. Thanks!

    • @dannysepler
      @dannysepler 3 роки тому

      I'm super amateur, so don't treat this as fact!
      [Capo 4]
      The whole song is in a G shape with the ring finger on the third of the B string.
      Then, each verse keeps that shape with the following walking bass line
      G - G - A - B - C - F# - G - G
      G - F# - E - F# - G - G - C - C
      G - F# - E - F# - G - G - C - C
      G - G - A - B - C - F# - G - G
      So it's like, an ABBA form throughout the song. Sometimes on the first and last lines, it looks like she does a quick D pluck and then jumps to F#
      But if you want the actual chords, something like this may help ya tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/paul-brady/the-lakes-of-pontchartrain-chords-1721579

  • @JD-xf2xt
    @JD-xf2xt 6 років тому

    Indigo girls influence in there.

  • @malcontent0182
    @malcontent0182 8 років тому

    Aoife, do a song with John Moreland? maybe?

  • @limitlessqueen
    @limitlessqueen 9 років тому

    Guitar tutorial?

  • @sillystrings
    @sillystrings 7 років тому +2

    Can any guitarists explain her "2-finger" picking style? Is she using both the backs and fronts of her nail?

    • @metascrawlmusic
      @metascrawlmusic 6 років тому +5

      She's using her index figure to pick upwards only, so only the front of the nail. She sometimes catches two or three strings on the up-pick, which gives that strumming sound.

    • @sillystrings
      @sillystrings 6 років тому

      Thank you!

  • @caolanclarke4585
    @caolanclarke4585 9 років тому +4

    Great song! anyone know what guitar that is it looks really cool?

    • @caolanclarke4585
      @caolanclarke4585 9 років тому

      John Laodicean oh kk thx!! :)

    • @theanonwolf
      @theanonwolf 8 років тому +1

      +Caolan Clarke I believe it's a Martin

    • @rafman5268
      @rafman5268 8 років тому +1

      +Caolan Clarke don't know the model but it IS a MARTIN and its MAHOGANY..not a dread...Either a 000 or 00 15 M??????

    • @kennethcowden
      @kennethcowden 8 років тому

      +Rafman 52 1934 size-0 Martin

    • @beatseed8278
      @beatseed8278 7 років тому +2

      it's in the description :-)

  • @sguxdjwdndjaql
    @sguxdjwdndjaql 2 роки тому

    11:39

  • @cmeimgee
    @cmeimgee 3 роки тому +1

    She had a Seagull! Woo hoo! I bet it wasn't just a "crappy old" guitar :)

  • @JB19504
    @JB19504 4 роки тому

    The new Joni.

  • @cypresschic
    @cypresschic 7 років тому +1

    it is traditional, but the be good tanyas version is best, I think

  • @FreezerKing
    @FreezerKing 9 років тому +1

    D'aww, Seagulls ain't crappy

    • @servusgeschaeft2
      @servusgeschaeft2 6 років тому

      I've had an S6 acoustic-electric spruce top cutaway for a few years now and love it. Seagulls are definitely not crappy guitars -- sure, not the same as a vintage Gibson or the Collings she currently plays (= $thousands!), but very decent instruments and good value.

  • @JKFlaker
    @JKFlaker 4 роки тому +3

    7:30. So that’s how you pronounce her name. 🤔

    • @JD-dr5wl
      @JD-dr5wl 4 роки тому

      EE-fuh. Common Irish name, means beauty.

  • @theanonwolf
    @theanonwolf 8 років тому +2

    I want to marry!

  • @RolandWilder
    @RolandWilder 7 років тому +1

    To each their own. I don't see it nor hear it with this young woman's whispery, rangeless, uncharismatic voice. And I thought Shakira was a bad singer. Maybe it is a millennial thing, little talent, little effort, large reward.

    • @ChrisSmith88love
      @ChrisSmith88love 4 роки тому

      Rip and you don’t like Shakira either? Surely you Jest!

    • @davemascetti9964
      @davemascetti9964 9 місяців тому

      Your point would have been better made without the baseless shot at millennials.

    • @davemascetti9964
      @davemascetti9964 9 місяців тому

      And for clarity, I think she is an amazing artist with an impeccable voice.