I got to say that I really appreciate all that you do. About a year ago, I returned to the guitar after a few decades of a recess. I was a music major in college, and through your video’s, you have likely brought me past the point of where I was back then. Thank you for all that you do.
A guy walks into a bar and bets another guy at the bar, "I bet you I can play a 12 bar blues with one finger!".........After I've seen this, I can win! Thanks, Brian!
I bought a nice Seagull S6 probably ten years ago. I also bought several books and gave it several tries. Just couldn't stick with it. Now with this one finger blues lesson I think I can get back at it. I know I'll never be a great guitarist but I'll be happy if I can just make something that sounds like a little music. Thanks Brian.
@Keith Baxter I bought it used at Guitar Center. I chose it because I didn't Japanese or any other foreign brand. Yes Seagull is made in Canada but I like their story and at least it's made in North America. I ran into a guy at Guitar center who played it for me and, to my ears, it sounded better than several other more expensive guitars.
@@thadedwards2285 Here's another one that the evil arthur itis plagues, especially during cold weather. Fortunately, I can still use all fingers of my left hand but limited to about 20 minutes tops before I can’t fight it any longer. Pain is worst in my wrists. I refuse to stop fighting it.
Thank you so much for these videos! My papa just introduced me to your channel. Nice and simple which i like lol. It's actually easier for me to play it with more than one finger but i have been playing guitar for a few years so maybe that's just what feels more natural to me now I dont know, but for people who prefer one finger then it's perfect!
I just told a friend about your website and how you teach by going through things step by step. a few hours later I got the email about (this) your latest video. A perfect example! Thanks Brian! fantastic!
Another great, simple, cool lesson from you Brian. Really enjoy learning these through your site and these videos, you're one of, if not the best instructor on the net. Thanks
I did enjoy this video! I like the way you explain each chord / lick / lesson idea in easy to understand terms ... such as explaining each segment of your lessons to a root chord, the CAGED system, the Pentatonic scale, etc.. It really helps me better understand the theory of the fretboard in a very practical way ... to take me from simply playing songs (through memorization) to really understanding how to play a song! THANKS!
Great lesson Brian. I would like to see a lesson using 2 note sliding octave (like 1&8) patterns typically used by Jazz and Blues players. I’m interested in the variations of the patterns used. Been with you now for the 3rd year I’m retired and still learning every Day - Bob
If u check out Elvis on his 68 special, you'll see he plays Baby What Do You Want Me To Do exactly like this, with one finger. I always found that curious.
Woh!!! I finger blues but with such an amazing technique and like you said in your other video purposeful. Little upgrade for beginners and small downgrade for intermediate guitar players, excellent 👍 👍
It’s been a while since this one, possibility of a part two? Maybe the next level to add some optional licks, maybe a backing track? Such a easy simple to follow lesson, just looking for a follow up to help beginners step up one level past this. Looked for this lesson online, but maybe this was just a UA-cam video?
Hello, Brian. This is about 3 years after you posted this, so hopefully you are still seeing comments. First, thank you for the video, this is something I can definitely use right now. Which leads to a second thought, can this method be used to have simple, at home jam sessions? I am just getting back into guitar after about 40 years of not playing at all. When I started, I didn't make it past the beginner level, so I am pretty much still a beginner. I have recently been watching videos on power chords, which is usually using two fingers, and now seeing this, being able to play decent music with one finger, it made me wonder about playing a simpler style to just enjoy music at home. Thank you again! Marc
Have loved your lessons for years, makes me a much better player. BTW, gorgeous old Gibson...is that an ES-175, if so, what year? Thanks, Robbie in Colorado
I understand how you do the one finger chord and how you do that what I don't understand and can't see in the video is how your strumming the guitar when you're hitting the chords or notes can you do a video on how to strum the Blues
@@bobbygarcia9278 I agree. Brian I’m a paid subscriber but would love to seethe right hand. Not even sure if there is a pick but it doesn’t seem so. What’s happening with that other hand. (Great lesson - thanks)
Hi, i Love your lessons, all of them. But have a Suggestion: is it possible that you name the counting Beat where e.g. A Run, lick etc is starting? Like:...Starts on the 2 and or on the 4 and . That ll be Great...best, frank
Love your stuff Brian but could you please make things easier to find. When you send a email with a link like this one could you put a lesson number or some easier way to find it when I log in. Thanks.
To make your challenge...less challenging, is it possible to have one of you two weekly lessons aimed "beginners" and the other aimed at more advanced players. Seems to me that targeting your lessons will move people along quicker and they will identify more closely with YOUR lessons and........signing up to one of your programs.....just sayin'.
G'day Brian. Mate thats perfect, just what my grandaughter will be able to start playing. She's just learning and i needed something simple to keep her motivated, if she can hear herself make a cool little tune she'll be rapt. Cheers Mate
Can anyone explain the timing of the measures? Is the 9 to 6 to 9 slide at the very start of the song the start of the measure or the end of the measure prior to the shuffle (which would then start with the 1 and 6 notes, then 1 and b7, then 1 and 6, then 1 and 5). Thanks.
great video! i was also wondering about the strumming. it is just feel or does it have a pattern or another lesson that talks about the shuffle strum used in this video.
@@activemelody I would also like to be able to add it into my Active Melody favorites list just so I can keep stuff all in one place if it gets added to the website
This guy is such a big hearted genius.
I got to say that I really appreciate all that you do. About a year ago, I returned to the guitar after a few decades of a recess. I was a music major in college, and through your video’s, you have likely brought me past the point of where I was back then. Thank you for all that you do.
A guy walks into a bar and bets another guy at the bar, "I bet you I can play a 12 bar blues with one finger!".........After I've seen this, I can win! Thanks, Brian!
i love this one a lot as I only have 2 fingers on left hand, I play most everything with D tuning. Thank you.
After a year or so of not playing my guitar this has got me back into it again. Gets me out of the rut I seemed to be in.
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I'm at a loss for words... simply amazing Brian!
keep it simple..what a concept unheard of in todays world thanks bro....
I bought a nice Seagull S6 probably ten years ago. I also bought several books and gave it several tries. Just couldn't stick with it. Now with this one finger blues lesson I think I can get back at it. I know I'll never be a great guitarist but I'll be happy if I can just make something that sounds like a little music. Thanks Brian.
@Keith Baxter I bought it used at Guitar Center. I chose it because I didn't Japanese or any other foreign brand. Yes Seagull is made in Canada but I like their story and at least it's made in North America. I ran into a guy at Guitar center who played it for me and, to my ears, it sounded better than several other more expensive guitars.
I struggle with arthritis, so this kind of stuff is invaluable. I really appreciate it.
Ditto Thad. Arthritis mostly in my left hand and both feet. Glad I don't play guitar with my feet.
@@rickybgoode9078 yeah, I really only have the use of two fingers on my left hand, so I love this. All the best to you.
@@thadedwards2285 Here's another one that the evil arthur itis plagues, especially during cold weather.
Fortunately, I can still use all fingers of my left hand but limited to about 20 minutes tops before I can’t fight it any longer.
Pain is worst in my wrists.
I refuse to stop fighting it.
I have it, too. Mine is only in my left thumb, which is the worst place to have it for a guitar player. Barring is especially painful.
Brian, you have a charismatic method of teaching. Keep safe and we’ll.
Your a Great Teacher!
Simply brilliant, Brian! You must be the coolest Dad ever! Just wish you had showed us Ben playing it! 😉
Great suff we love you simple is best
Simply brilliant!
Absolute best teacher I have learned from more from you in a few videos than I think I have in 30 years As far as lessons go you are the best!
Lots of fun!! Thanks!
Great! Respect from Argentina
It is simple and simply done. 30 year's turned to rubble. Let the fun begin.
Thank you so much for these videos! My papa just introduced me to your channel. Nice and simple which i like lol. It's actually easier for me to play it with more than one finger but i have been playing guitar for a few years so maybe that's just what feels more natural to me now I dont know, but for people who prefer one finger then it's perfect!
One finger trick. Great amazing lesson. Tx bro. Superrrr...I think can.🎸
One of your best videos ever.
I just told a friend about your website and how you teach by going through things step by step. a few hours later I got the email about (this) your latest video. A perfect example! Thanks Brian! fantastic!
This is the go for a old strummer, three chord man. Thank you for lesson sir, cheers. 😂👌😎
Another great, simple, cool lesson from you Brian. Really enjoy learning these through your site and these videos, you're one of, if not the best instructor on the net. Thanks
Wish I had seen what your strumming hand was doing. Great videos, you’ve taught me a lot.
Best content award.
Brilliance in simplicty.🙏
So cool! Thanks for doing this! Really fun!
Good one! Been playing guitar for years and never really got into the blues...lessons like this are great to discover it.
I did enjoy this video! I like the way you explain each chord / lick / lesson idea in easy to understand terms ... such as explaining each segment of your lessons to a root chord, the CAGED system, the Pentatonic scale, etc.. It really helps me better understand the theory of the fretboard in a very practical way ... to take me from simply playing songs (through memorization) to really understanding how to play a song! THANKS!
I think I can
I think I can
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Simply great presentation !
Brilliant, inspirational and just plain fun!
Thank you so much! I've been in a rut for, I don't know....20+years or so!!! This video opened up so many doors for me , it's crazy... 🤟
Awesome lessons! If I had known about this channel years ago. I could already be a good blues guitar player. This man knows how to teach easily.
Excellent lesson.
Great stuff Active melody guy !!, Playing with one finger allows the other fingers to easily add so many different embellishments.
Took me a little more than 5 minutes but I got there. Thank you
another amazing lesson, you really doing wonders here with this "simple" lessons while still sounding amazing!
Brian your break down and explanation are always well presented.....
Great video. Thanks for the lesson.
Great little lesson Brian. Would be cool to have tab for it.
Awesome lesson
Fun lesson - enjoyed getting the walkthrough and insight. Thanks!!
sweet and simple. love it, thanks brian, once again a great lesson...
Very cool lesson
Brilliant! Thank you so much!
This guitar is amazing.!!!!!
Aww mate these vids are getting better n better the more I watch! Off for a run n then its a day with you n my guitar ! Such an inspiration wow.! 👊🏻
Great vid and the first one of your vids i've done start to finish !!!!
Challenge MET ! As always you come thru !
Awesome, great lesson.
Another great lesson--thanks Brian
Love this Brian , Awesome thank you much 😎👍💯🎤🎸🎧🎶😎👍💯🎸🎧
Great riff and a really cool exercise. Thanks, I always enjoy your videos.
Love your videos ! Thanks
Brilliant Brian !!!!
Super 👍👍👍.
Thanks Brian!!!
Brilliant
Great lesson Brian.
I would like to see a lesson using 2 note sliding octave (like 1&8) patterns typically used by Jazz and Blues players.
I’m interested in the variations of the patterns used.
Been with you now for the 3rd year
I’m retired and still learning every Day
- Bob
Thank you Brian this is brilliant like all your videos !
If u check out Elvis on his 68 special, you'll see he plays Baby What Do You Want Me To Do exactly like this, with one finger. I always found that curious.
Outstanding!
Woh!!! I finger blues but with such an amazing technique and like you said in your other video purposeful.
Little upgrade for beginners and
small downgrade for intermediate guitar players, excellent 👍 👍
Awesome
Really got a lot out of lesson thanks Bro!
It’s been a while since this one, possibility of a part two? Maybe the next level to add some optional licks, maybe a backing track?
Such a easy simple to follow lesson, just looking for a follow up to help beginners step up one level past this.
Looked for this lesson online, but maybe this was just a UA-cam video?
Loved this‼️❤️
Everything you do is simple but best of all TASTY. One criticism: more Arlo in the background please!
really helpful thank you
Good stuff... I subscribe to Active Melody and love your lessons!
I'm interested in old guitars.
What is the one you are playing?
This is great thanks
Hi love this but can’t see your right hand in the video, so not sure how many strings your strumming/picking 🎸🎸
Excellent
Hello, Brian. This is about 3 years after you posted this, so hopefully you are still seeing comments. First, thank you for the video, this is something I can definitely use right now. Which leads to a second thought, can this method be used to have simple, at home jam sessions?
I am just getting back into guitar after about 40 years of not playing at all. When I started, I didn't make it past the beginner level, so I am pretty much still a beginner. I have recently been watching videos on power chords, which is usually using two fingers, and now seeing this, being able to play decent music with one finger, it made me wonder about playing a simpler style to just enjoy music at home.
Thank you again!
Marc
😊 nice.
Great Teacher. 😜😜😜
Have loved your lessons for years, makes me a much better player.
BTW, gorgeous old Gibson...is that an ES-175, if so, what year?
Thanks,
Robbie in Colorado
Signed up to your site man after i saw your intro to Chet Atkins on youtube - brilliant teaching and what i have been looking for
I know your in business to give lessons, but would love it if you'd do a rig rundown. Always interested in what other people are using.
Very interesting. You said minor pentatonic tuning. Is that regular tuning or something different?
Wish I could
See the whole guitar and your strumming
I understand how you do the one finger chord and how you do that what I don't understand and can't see in the video is how your strumming the guitar when you're hitting the chords or notes can you do a video on how to strum the Blues
Please respond
@@bobbygarcia9278 I agree. Brian I’m a paid subscriber but would love to seethe right hand. Not even sure if there is a pick but it doesn’t seem so. What’s happening with that other hand. (Great lesson - thanks)
For us Newbie's can someone lay out the Tabs for this. Its awesome but need a roadmap! Thanks in advance!
Click on the gear. Slow the video. Watch. And play. Then play along.
Hi, i Love your lessons, all of them. But have a Suggestion: is it possible that you name the counting Beat where e.g. A Run, lick etc is starting? Like:...Starts on the 2 and or on the 4 and . That ll be Great...best, frank
What guitar is that Brian? Great video, thanks!
Great!
Just wondering if you could add lessons like these to your Active Melody site- maybe in micro lessons? Thank you
Love your stuff Brian but could you please make things easier to find. When you send a email with a link like this one could you put a lesson number or some easier way to find it when I log in. Thanks.
To make your challenge...less challenging, is it possible to have one of you two weekly lessons aimed "beginners" and the other aimed at more advanced players. Seems to me that targeting your lessons will move people along quicker and they will identify more closely with YOUR lessons and........signing up to one of your programs.....just sayin'.
Thanks for the lesson - does it have an AM lesson number please?
G'day Brian.
Mate thats perfect, just what my grandaughter will be able to start playing. She's just learning and i needed something simple to keep her motivated, if she can hear herself make a cool little tune she'll be rapt.
Cheers Mate
This must be Django Reinhardt "blues" lesson!
What kind of guitar is that, super cool
Gibson ES-175
He must have a very talented son. Played this after 5 minutes.......:)
I get the impression that this shuffle was invented before the fretmarker inlays were ever put on a guitar :)
Yet another person who can play better with one finger than I can with all of mine.
Can anyone explain the timing of the measures? Is the 9 to 6 to 9 slide at the very start of the song the start of the measure or the end of the measure prior to the shuffle (which would then start with the 1 and 6 notes, then 1 and b7, then 1 and 6, then 1 and 5). Thanks.
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Great lesson. I’m a patreon member. Is there tablature for this lesson? I’ll add this to my favorites. What EP number is it?
great video! i was also wondering about the strumming. it is just feel or does it have a pattern or another lesson that talks about the shuffle strum used in this video.
I don’t have Patreon - no tab for this - just this video
@@activemelody I’m a paying member . I thought it was through patreon. I wanted to add this lesson to my favorites.
@@activemelody I would also like to be able to add it into my Active Melody favorites list just so I can keep stuff all in one place if it gets added to the website