Hello thanks for your video. Im 16 I started guitar at 14 and classical at 15. I joined a music school and i kept practicing until the teacher noticed me and started to believe in me. I became a little overwhelmed in guitar over time because of life experiences and the fact that i started late without any musical talent. But your video keeps me inspired to practice and put my all into guitar and aim for the conservatory

Very interesting video. I am always interested in accomplished players Practice routines. First, we have to make a distinction between playing and practicing. I always find it hard to believe that the human brain can Practice more than 2 to 3 hrs daily. We certainly can play 10 + hours. Practice is a repetitive skill of going over specific items that can involve physical dexterity. If we look at basketball players a Practice session will involve dribbling, free throws, speed drills, coordination drills, lifting weights, studying plays etc. Pickup games are a minor component where you see the results. Playing is the equivalent of the pickup game. The biggest mistake that people make on practicing is mislabelling playing as a Practice session.

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love this type of tough love information. It's the hard truth. Enjoying the process of learning is necessary. Great video, Denis!

The WAY! ha ha

Hope you feel better. I'd love to see a video on effective, efficient practice. Thank you

Denis, thanks for these videos and your wonderful books. What do you recommend in terms of how to practice and develop muscle memory for people who love many different styles, who have the capacity to practice for hours a day but don’t have the specialist mindset to stick to one style for more than a couple of months at a time?

I read somewhere that in Spain kids are trained in rasgueado from an early age starting with unwinding the fingers on a tabletop. Don't know if that's true but it helped me a little.

I'm in the same boat, traveling and sick, feel better soon

shoutout to Gian!. he's a good dude.

At 43:00: you mention that you see significant results after 6 months with a proper practice regimen, and then give examples of TECHNICAL results. I agree that it is reliable to notice improvements in technique when practiced properly. Now what about improv? Can you reliably see improvement in your jazz/swing/bebop/gypsy/fusion/name it lines every 6 months, reliably? I don't think so. Prove me wrong. Cheers and merry Christmas

Feel better soon, Denis! Your videos are always a gift to many of us. Thank you for all you do.

This playing in the intro was so beautiful. Is that an original song?

Denis, I hope you feel well. I’ve been watching you from age 19 or 20 and i’m 24 now. Thanks for constantly inspiring me.

Hi Denis. 64 year old man here. I started playing guitar again 3 or so years ago after a 30 year break. I accept that I may not reach the level of my favorite guitarists such as Carl Kress, Johnny Smith, Tony Mottola, and others. However, I practice hours a day in order to be able to play the tunes I am working on to as perfectly as they can be performed at my current technical level. My tunes may not be virtuosic, but the music is, even it is simplicity, always honest and sincere. I bought your fretboard visualization book when it came out. Thanks for writing it, it has changed they way I listen and play.

Hope you feel better soon Denis! Your Flamenco sounds great, if you decide to go for it I look forward!

Now you can use the 43 min saved towards your own 12 hour practice routine. - From the transcript provided, Dennis CH reflects on his recent experience of practicing 12 hours a day, emphasizing the difference between his current, more efficient practice methods compared to when he was younger. Here are the key points regarding whether it was worth it to practice 12 hours a day: Efficiency in Practice: Dennis highlights that he now practices more efficiently than when he was younger, suggesting that even with reduced hours, one can achieve significant progress if the practice is structured and focused. Health and Well-being: He mentions feeling sick during the recording, which could imply that the intensity of his practice might have contributed to his health issues or at least did not prevent them. Personal Satisfaction and Skill Improvement: Dennis notes substantial skill improvements in Flamenco guitar within a short period, which he attributes to his new practice methods. He also mentions enjoying the process, indicating personal satisfaction from the practice. Time and Life Balance: He acknowledges the challenge of dedicating extensive time to practice when life responsibilities increase with age. This practice regimen was exceptional for him, not typical due to other life demands like making content or earning a living. Long-term Commitment: Dennis reflects on whether he wants to continue this level of commitment to Flamenco, suggesting that such intense practice might not be sustainable or desirable for all aspects of his musical career or life. Was it worth it practicing 12 hours a day? For Skill Improvement: Yes, he managed to acquire new skills and knowledge, suggesting that for this particular period, the intensive practice was beneficial for his musical development. For Health and Life Balance: Potentially no, considering his health state and the acknowledgment that this level of practice is not sustainable long-term, especially considering other life responsibilities. For Personal Fulfillment: Yes, Dennis seems to derive joy and satisfaction from the process, indicating it was worth it in terms of personal enjoyment and achievement. In summary, while Dennis achieved significant musical progress, the worth of practicing 12 hours a day appears contingent on the balance between skill acquisition, personal health, and life's broader demands. He views the practice as valuable but recognizes its limitations and costs.

Super vidéo Denis ! Comme d'habitude. Je bosse sérieusement depuis plusieurs mois à l'aide de ton matériel soundslice ( que j'avais commencé quand tu l'avais sorti à l'époque, avant d'abandonner ^^). J'ai trouvé des cours hebdomadaires de jazz manouche avec un fantastique guitariste et ce, depuis septembre. Je n'ai jamais été doué en musique mais j'adore ça. Je joue du rock depuis mes 16 ans. Mon but est, si je n'abandonne pas, de devenir "ok" en manouche, être capable de jouer en jam et de faire ça correctement. Cela me semble inaccessible mais comme on dit, let's enjoy the journey...on verra bien^^ Encore merci pour ton contenu! Grâce à toi j'ai appris énormément! A+

Dennis, if you're an advanced guitar player but aren't able to practice for a long stretch of time, do you think you lose your ability/skills? Could be worth doing a video on

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❤🎶❤ Ce début de vidéo est vraiment un moment exceptionnel 👍 👏 🌅 🌈 MERCI 🙏🙏🙏

Is the video available yet?

Bonjour! Just commenting for the algo-rythms.

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Magnifique Bravo Mademoiselle ‘Denis très bon guitariste et très bon Professeur.

Dennis this is a teaching oppurtunity if you could break down your learning process. What was going on your mind while you were being introduced to the chord changes. Were you thinking about numbers in harmony?

Amazing took me 30 min to remember the whole thing amazing you can remember and learn that so quickly

Love this!! Been having to step in as a guitarist on events so this and eventually the lessons are gonna be a huge help

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I can be wrong, but I hear dm(67) or dm with B note as 6th in base and C note as b7th. Just normal i- iv -i.

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Polka Time 🥂

Very nice! What's the name of the song?

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Fantastic, a new guitarist to follow! Some say it's turtles all the way down, but actually it's minor 6s all the way down.

tocas una música hermosa

debi is great.

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It sounds more classical than jazz, I hope I'm wrong.

I rotated between about 4 licks and watched the whole video. I, too, have met quite a few of the super virtuosos, and they all speak of a period of 8-10 hours a day. Usually about 3 years of this. Plus continued practice before and after. But having a very intense period. This is what it takes, no matter what you hear out there. You will not get there with 2-3 hours a day, even in 40 years. Total immersion is required. All points you've made. Thanks for telling the truth.

The way i improvise is that i break down the chords progression of a standard into smaller chord progressions (2-5-1, etc..) and learn to play lines over the entire neck on those progressions and connecting them to other chord progressions in the standard.

What attracted you to the dark art of Jazz?

olé !

This video encourages and enables to step in to the world of music in a meaningful and self propelling way.

Excellent video! But I believe a term Dorian goes back for a millenia

The opening piece is just amazing

Thank you. For puzzles, I look for the edge/perimeter pieces first. I don't have the patience to find the first two that belong together in a sea of pieces.