Thanks for keeping their legacy alive. I’ve been a fan of Mississippi Fred (McDowell) forever and a few yrs ago learned about RL Burnside due to the remixes of “Someday Baby” and “It’s Bad You Know”. Then watched the Fat Possum Doc just last night on all these guys (probably why the data gods magically populated my UA-cam with your channel today). I’m a trained classical/flamenco player and the rhythm techniques these guys employ are not entirely unlike flamenco rhumbas I practice. Music unites cultures it seems. The gypsy flamenco and American black country blues legacy’s seem to have come from the same heart since both cultures were ostracized, faced crushing oppression and found and expressed joy in their music. My flamenco teacher, the great Rene Heredia, told me the way flamenco songs were taught was as if the songs were a story that was passed along and didn’t follow established music theory- much like the blues.
Heath’s build method works for all his lessons. I tended to skip the build part to my detriment as it took longer to learn by skipping it. So build with consistency and metronome will get you where you need to go. I rushed too much…get in that hypnotic groove and ride it 👍
Yeah for sure. I'm just doing the basic form and I'm going to do just that until it's like second nature, a couple hours of steady thumping with the metronome or however long it takes. Then I'll add the next element and I know that'll take me a couple weeks to really get down. But the discipline and patience is what I need. I think it's what most of us need.
This is a highly valuable video, thank you again! I'm struggling with this style of playing but I love and I'm going to keep working on it. I think without your lessons I probably wouldn't even try 👍🏼👍🏼
Hi. Thanks for the reply on my comment. I started taking weekly Zoom lessons with Heath about 8 months ago. The very first lesson with Heath made all the difference moving forward. I’ve been learning guitar for 4 years starting at age 58. Everyone is different but consistent daily practice opened the door for me. I found in the beginning just 5 minutes in the morning and some time in the evening maybe an hour kept the fire 🔥 going. Every day possible a little bit of practice. The last 2 years though much more daily practice for me because I enjoy it. I’m glad I found a rewarding endeavour… All the best.
Great lesson! One thing I’m having trouble catching is which fingers you’re using for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th string at 1:30 basic groove. You say “Index,” but I’m assuming you’re using several fingers like index, middle, and ring to pluck all three at once? Thanks for any feedback. I’m digging your content.
Why am i struggling with this technique so much. Fr, I been practicing 1-3 hours a day for 2 weeks n I'm still messing it all up. Usually i dont have this much of n issue picking up new things but somehow this ones beyond me.
Lol 😂I hear you . Seriously trying to hard maybe ? Like syncing the hands for stops and plucking .. wrist loose! Relax… let it come .. it’ll come . When it does … it was worth it!
I can NOT get this motion down. You somehow play so gentle but with force. That economy of motions is nuts man. Thinking when I get back to working imma have to pay fer yer lessons.
I love the obvious joy in your face when you play this stuff . Yeah !
Ive been searching for decent lessons on Hill Country Blues for so long!
Fantastic…I am becoming obsessed with these lessons
Happy to hear that!
Same
Ive said this before. Your thw best teacher ever bar none
Cool channel. I stumbled onto RL Burnside and never had heard of Hill Country blues. New Subscriber!
Love the hill country blues in standard tuning.
toujours aussi bon merci
Great lesson..thanks..you are a great teacher..fun stuff here..sub from sweden comin atya..👍🇸🇪
Just found this... amazing. I'm learning Hill Country right now and this site is a pure gem
You young upstart! Love this! YOU are a great teacher. Good on ya!
You’re so good at teaching hill country blues 👍👍
Thanks so much!
Thanks for keeping their legacy alive. I’ve been a fan of Mississippi Fred (McDowell) forever and a few yrs ago learned about RL Burnside due to the remixes of “Someday Baby” and “It’s Bad You Know”. Then watched the Fat Possum Doc just last night on all these guys (probably why the data gods magically populated my UA-cam with your channel today). I’m a trained classical/flamenco player and the rhythm techniques these guys employ are not entirely unlike flamenco rhumbas I practice. Music unites cultures it seems. The gypsy flamenco and American black country blues legacy’s seem to have come from the same heart since both cultures were ostracized, faced crushing oppression and found and expressed joy in their music. My flamenco teacher, the great Rene Heredia, told me the way flamenco songs were taught was as if the songs were a story that was passed along and didn’t follow established music theory- much like the blues.
Love this channel!
My favourite on UA-cam!
Wow, thanks!
Heath’s build method works for all his lessons.
I tended to skip the build part to my detriment as it took longer to learn by skipping it.
So build with consistency and metronome will get you where you need to go.
I rushed too much…get in that hypnotic groove and ride it 👍
Yeah for sure. I'm just doing the basic form and I'm going to do just that until it's like second nature, a couple hours of steady thumping with the metronome or however long it takes. Then I'll add the next element and I know that'll take me a couple weeks to really get down. But the discipline and patience is what I need. I think it's what most of us need.
Thanks for sharing, Kerry!
You are an excellent teacher and your enthusiasm for the blues is impeccable!
This is a highly valuable video, thank you again! I'm struggling with this style of playing but I love and I'm going to keep working on it. I think without your lessons I probably wouldn't even try 👍🏼👍🏼
Hi.
Thanks for the reply on my comment.
I started taking weekly Zoom lessons with Heath about 8 months ago.
The very first lesson with Heath made all the difference moving forward.
I’ve been learning guitar for 4 years starting at age 58.
Everyone is different but consistent daily practice opened the door for me.
I found in the beginning just 5 minutes in the morning and some time in the evening maybe an hour kept the fire 🔥 going.
Every day possible a little bit of practice.
The last 2 years though much more daily practice for me because I enjoy it.
I’m glad I found a rewarding endeavour…
All the best.
Thanks Im glad to help!
Awesome once again. Love your lessons. Thank you.🙌🙌🙌
My pleasure! Thanks for watching and commenting!
I think having a taylor also changes everything.... im totally addicted to mine these days. Blessing from Leicestershire Eng....
Love the hill country stuff man! Couldn’t be bothered to retune so got the rhythm in open g instead, sounded ace! Keep up the good work!
Awesome! Thank you!
Your a Dude ! So enjoy your inspirational lessons... Thanks and more thanks... ☘ ...
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Bravo Maestro!!!
Thanks!😀
I just love your lessons and you seem like such a nice guy Ifeel like we are friends. 🤙
Thanks- Thats nice to hear!
I noticed you have a nice selection of guitars.
Great lesson! One thing I’m having trouble catching is which fingers you’re using for the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th string at 1:30 basic groove. You say “Index,” but I’m assuming you’re using several fingers like index, middle, and ring to pluck all three at once? Thanks for any feedback. I’m digging your content.
Could you do a Hill Country / Delta drone in Dm?
Would be much appreciated. Just a little dirty though.
I prefer RL Burnside style
Is your Taylor Ltd. walnut or rosewood?
like it
Yup something like that 😏
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Why am i struggling with this technique so much. Fr, I been practicing 1-3 hours a day for 2 weeks n I'm still messing it all up. Usually i dont have this much of n issue picking up new things but somehow this ones beyond me.
Lol 😂I hear you . Seriously trying to hard maybe ? Like syncing the hands for stops and plucking .. wrist loose! Relax… let it come .. it’ll come . When it does … it was worth it!
I can NOT get this motion down. You somehow play so gentle but with force. That economy of motions is nuts man. Thinking when I get back to working imma have to pay fer yer lessons.
Im making a short course now to learn this mechanic. Send me an email and Ill give you some more info!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
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