Aerial Boundaries - Instructional pt.1 l Andy McKee

[@sc7244]

I almost passed out when I saw this in my feed. A legendary song taught by a legendary player. You two are huge inspirations, stay safe Brotha. Thanks for this gem

[@TheRealAndyMcKee]

Stephen no problem!

[@loganstark3930]

Yes! Please do more videos like this!!! Tutorials from you are a blessing from above!

[@TheRealAndyMcKee]

You got it

[@loganstark3930]

@@TheRealAndyMcKee 🥰🥰🥰😍😍😍 my day and week have been forever made thanks man. There are tons of opportunities here on KZbin for you. I know I'm not the only one who would love to see you teach techniques, songs , and practice routines.

[@ArdentlyGrant]

Yes! You are not only a consummate musician, but a very good teacher!!

[@jensbugdi7874]

Hi Andy, I enjoyed the song live in Stuttgart. I am playing guitar since 20 years (without an teacher) so ich love tutorials like this. Thanks a lot your s great musician and also a good teacher. Tomorrow i start the training 🤙

[@mccarthyblades2794]

Thanks so much for this. Keep Michael Hedges music alive.

[@Badlucker0]

Thanks for coming back to KZbin, where the world has discovered you Andy ! 😀

[@vlad071096]

I feel warm when hearing "Aerial Boundaries" called a revolutionary piece of music by such a big musician like Andy.

[@mathieubrelu-brelu]

Legendary song

[@AlbertMustang]

I thought I had at least the first "verse" part down for years, then I saw you do something I've never thought to do.......bless you Andy. You're a legend and a genuinely good guy x

[@Demon1987AS]

I’ve been dying to learn this song for years. Thanks for this Andy, I’m going to get practicing.

[@rsrmusic]

Excellent. I had the great privilege of spending time with Michael a few weeks prior to his passing. I received him at the airport in Houston on his Oracle tour in October 1997. We spent time in his hotel room talking (& smokin' out) and he made me this fantastic apple/ginger juice (he traveled with a juicer). Around that time the G3 tour was coming through Houston featuring Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Eric Johnson & Adrian Legg as the acoustic opener. Michael told me he was offered the opening slot of that tour, but he turned it down because they would not let him headline. We also discussed Pat Martino’s album ‘All Sides Now’ which Michael was featured on. Michael told me he’d had Joe Satriani (also on that CD) and Pat Martino at his home studio for some recording sessions prior to the release of that album. In December 1997, I remember sitting in my office and the secretary walking up to my desk and handing me a fax from Michael’s agency SRO Artists. I was deeply saddened when I read the fax announcing Micheal’s passing. I immediately left work, went home, and played guitar to honor Michael and drown out my sorrow. I was incredibly moved by Michael during our brief meeting. I’m grateful for his presence then and now

[@ArdentlyGrant]

DUDE!! Thank you! I have been trying learn this off and on since 1984 when I was 14! My quarantine homework!! been looking for a video tutorial of this all time! It seems I may have had to wait Until The End of Tbe World! Thank you so much!!!

[@augmentedkeys5971]

His name is Andy McKee.

[@Braix]

@@augmentedkeys5971 because if you use names you appreciate a person more. Wow

[@neaituppi7306]

This is the first song I heard from Michael Hedges, and saw him play, from the live double planet video. Whatever course I was on with guitar around that period, it changed.

[@anthonyD.3839]

Andy, you inspired me to pick up the guitar well over a decade ago. Last year after going through some personal hardships I sold my guitar to pay the bills, one of the saddest times in recent memory. I'm finally getting in the groove again and will be ordering another guitar here very shortly. I just wanted to thank you and let you know that you're a massive inspiration to many, many people. Thank you for all you do brother, stay safe out there. Can't wait to see you in Colorado Springs again eventually!

[@sc7244]

Anthony B. What guitar are you going to grab dude? Glad you’re on a better path

[@mattgloeb1831]

Michael Hedges was one of my heroes of guitar, who I found through Windham Hill Records many years ago. I placed you, Andy, right up there with Michael Hedges and Will Ackerman before you even mastered this piece. Bless you for sharing this and teaching enthusiasts like me - your music and Michael’s. Many many many thanks!!

[@DownwardThrust]

You’re an awesome teacher man. If I only had this video when I was learning it I wouldn’t have fell into so many pitfalls. :)

[@jalsiddharth]

Andy please don't judge the success/helpfulness of these videos by the views/rev. These videos will help COUNTLESS get into this style of playing directly/ otherwise. Getting these kind of breakdowns from the boss is one of the best things that could ever help me learn your style of playing, and my current progress with Ebon Coast will speak volumes considering I knew nothing about fingerstyle/travis-picking just 10 days back, despite being a guitarist for 15 years or so. Much love and hope your family is safe.

[@leadfarmer7755]

Andy, can you please break down everything by Andy McKee? Thanks!

[@TheRealAndyMcKee]

Sure!

[@DanDeVitaMusic]

Can I just say, you are the absolute man for putting this up. Time to get to work! Thanks, Andy!

[@skyealexander526]

"On the back of my car- wouldn't that be something!" OHHHH

[@FlorianDesbaillet]

Gave some tries throughout the years and finally decided to complete it a few weeks ago. This comes at the right moment and points out to details I missed. Great job, man !

[@simonhaynes3145]

Wow!!! Thanks Andy, really generous of you

[@jamesnemenyi]

WOW thank you so much Andy. Such a gr8 soul helping us out in these times

[@TheRealAndyMcKee]

James Nemenyi It’s my pleasure

[@elledammers8]

Thank you for sharing 🤙🏼🥰🌟✨

[@kerivengwen]

Awesome video...!! Thanks very instructive

[@KevinCloss]

Was always terrified of attempting to learn this tune. Your breakdown showed me that it was at least possible! My next two years are now booked solid!

[@kacywilliams1]

Mesmerizing, beautiful and positively bad ass. Well played sir. Thank you for posting this.

[@MrGavinspoppop]

I looked into fanned frets that brought me to you 10 yrs ago in Piermont NY ... by the river I assume ... and now I am here .. I have no illusion that I can learn to play like you or your students ... just an old guy that backs himself up with guitar and sings once in awhile .. love to see an accomplished musician ... stay say brother ..

[@Spageety]

It's a crime against humanity that this video only has 16K views. Andy -- thank you so much for posting this series. This tune* makes me feel some type of way and I'm really looking forward to learning more of it once I get feeling back in my middle and ring fingers. Cheers!

[@ronelledichoso9357]

I can't believe I've missed out on this video for 2 years now. Learning your tunes Rylynn & For My Father are one of my great achievements in playing the guitar.I'm excited to learn this as well. Wish me luck and many thanks from the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@stewartmcisaac7852]

Been thinking of Michael lately, with more time for guitar. Thanks for the tuning. :)

[@texasruegg]

Thank you brother. Learning this tune has been a life goal for a long time.

[@marysefonta8371]

Thanks for showing these notes of Michael. Wonderful way of playing, Andy ! Glad to see the art of this guitarist. Take care of you and family.

[@StefanoZanolla]

Great! Stay safe, and [obviously] sound! 😀

[@NIGELANGST]

Outstanding Brother ❤ TY

[@DkWillow]

Thank you so much for making these tutorials, I have learnt so much from you and couldnt imagine myself picking up guitar again and playing some incredible tunes =]

[@vijaybhambhwani]

Wow! Thanks for this lesson. Hope you and your family is doing well? Plz stay safe.

[@TheRealAndyMcKee]

Vijay Bhambhwani Hey Vijay! Yeah man, we’re all doing ok here. Thanks for checking in

[@MrMarkieMoose]

Thank you for your excellent tutorial. You make it seem possible.

[@tomshannon1160]

Thank you Andy! I saw you perform this song a few years ago and it was perfect. I look forward to conquering this mountain as well. Then maybe ragamuffin if the stars align

[@tonyspada2744]

Cool tuning! On my 2nd solo album the track" Autumn Dance" I used a tuning that my friend Alex DeGrassi uses. EBEF#BE . He told me some cool stories about Hedges and Windham Hill. There's a few videos of Alex and me playing .thanks for sharing

[@AbdiasI]

Thanks so much for this Andy! You are my hero!

[@glideking]

Thank you for putting the guitar back in my hands!

[@derekhiggins9565]

You're a great teacher, Andy and very humble.

[@jimmyfavereau]

such a beautiful tune.. thanks Andy

[@marsdwarf]

Thanks so much for this video Andy!

[@Stephen_Lafferty]

Thank you, Andy, you are inspirational! I will also look forward to your interpretation of 'The Happy Couple'!

[@bCloud09c]

Andy! Thank you so much! I have the stropes tab set for Michael, but you instruction here is awesome!

[@calummcgregor3662]

" ..... this is where it gets a bit tricky ... " made me smile! Thanks for doing this video ... hopefully will inspire another generation to have a go .... You olayed to a packed Lemon Tree in Aberdeen Scotland a few years back ... a welcome return awaits ... p.s. Preston Reed also comes around ... would be a great double bill ...

[@RS_235]

Thank you very much for the tutoral. Inspirational.

[@antoniomarino9113]

Love you Andy, thank you very much for this!

[@malakaiekim]

Hey Andy, I had the pleasure and honor to open for you in Saint Aug fl a few years back. I was so happy to hear and see you cover this song in your set and I'm even more excited you've decided to upload these lessons. This song song is my White Whale and I've never been able to figure out the middle part. Cant wait for the rest. Cheers man, and thanks!

[@Spageety]

Thank you so much for making this video series. I’ve had a really hard time figuring out how Michael played certain parts of this song!

[@eliasdavismusic]

Wish I could come to your musicarium but this is a good consolation prize :)

[@JD-wo5bx]

Just started learning this so thank you so much. I'm gonna woodshed this during the UK lockdown.

[@Algernon1979]

Thank you Andy

[@Ericejazz]

thanks for sharing this Andy! Great lesson!

[@trewq398]

Thank you so much for this free tutorial.

[@thefishinmusician801]

You are a great teacher! Was thinking about Michael today and was watching some of his videos and ran across this! Great job!

[@inspirecreativeinternational]

Great video Andy, thanks for this.

[@rudicolombi2994]

Guys... I'm already stuck with the intro xD Thank you Andy for this lesson, I love this piece and I can't wait to play it clean :)

[@Igortergara]

Bravo... Fortaleza-CE Brazil

[@jimlammers3007]

Outstanding! Thank you Andy for this great pair of instructional videos.

[@EthanShaoDP]

Thank you for sharing, Andy! Could you also do a tutorial on The Happy Couple?

[@taeyeonlover]

I had already gotten a lot of help from your previous full cover when I was teaching myself the tune, but a tutorial with all the context gives me a greater understanding. Thanks for this!

[@shofanprodofficial4122]

You ar my inspiration👌🙏thnk you for this lesson

[@kimd80]

Everybody wants to rule the world breakdown ?? 😊..and thankyou for the tutorials!!

[@ThatJoshGuy327]

Fantastic video here Andy! Can't wait to hear some of your takes on McLaughlin's work, Inhale Pink is one of my favorite albums so I was stoked to hear his name pop up. Hope you and yours are healthy in this difficult time.

[@surfingmindwaves]

Haven't played guitar in so long but might give this a try!! :D

[@alexvickers7259]

Hey Andy, feels just like a nostalgic time machine back to Steam Music :)

[@robertservranckx]

Andy, thank you so so much for this! I first heard Aerial Boundaries around 1985, and it altered my DNA. I “discovered “ a whole new style of music, became a huge Wyndham Hill fan, and favoured the fingerstyle acoustic sound over any other type of music. Having finally purchased my first guitar exactly one year ago, I am so excited and happy to have the opportunity to learn my favourite guitar piece of all time (hey, I found out about you searching for Aerial Boundaries interpretations!). THANK YOU! if you could write some notes about this, I’d be forever grateful.

[@Guitaroverkill]

You did a nice job at the Ramshead. I don’t think people knew what you were playing. I’ve seen Hedges several times. I was always amazed by what he would think up. I’ve always thought of him as the Van Halen of acoustic guitar. Nice lesson 👍

[@eliasdavismusic]

Thank you andy!

[@AlexSpetz]

Amazing to see you back on youtube and thank you so much for this breakdown! If possible...I've always really wanted to learn keys to the hovercar... :) thanks andy!

[@iankal13]

So grateful for this Andy! I’ve been hoping you might eventually do a tutorial for this tune. So grateful for your TrueFire course as well! It’s been so transformational for my guitar playing! 🤘😎🤘

[@CyclionBS]

Thank you very much for this first lesson, this is one of my favourite titles by Michael and of course of you! :-) I will try to learn it step by step, but I'm afraid that it will take a lot of time to find the right rhythm and to play it so smoothly...

[@vijaywood]

Hi Andy , thank you for the tutorial . Please do a tutorial for Ragamuffin

[@sagewiseloner6355]

Hey Andy. I just want to say you mean to me what Eric Johnson means to you. You are the reason I picked up the acoustic guitar and went straight into fingerstyle man. I always day dream about playing with you...I pray that one day my dream comes true. I can now play "my life as a CPA" I absolutely love it. Please sir, consider teaching us some theory as well....how you compose music. Even how to study music theory. Finally please, do a break down of : 1. Everybody wants to rule the world 2. Blue Liquid 3. She.

[@snozbarry]

Great to see you back on the tube Andy! :D I can't express enough gratitude or thank you enough for taking the time to put this lesson out. Being self taught/poor (lol) I really appreciate when people are willing to share what I consider great wisdom on the instrument for free. ...means more than you know. I can't believe this song came out before I was born. I'm gonna love every step of learning this truly magical tune. :) Keep going buddy. ...would LOVE to see more lessons. Take care. :)

[@gauthierguyot8508]

Thanks for this tutorial you’re a really nice teacher. By the way, when I discovered your songs few years ago, I liked them so much that I had to grabbed my guitar back that I had left for so many years... thanks a lot 🙏

[@gauthierguyot8508]

And please!! If you could make a tutorial of your song mythmaker that would be awesome. I’ve never been able to find a transcription. Take care

[@tycho_m]

thanks for this tutorial, Andy! I will never forget the gig you played in Amsterdam. You really are an exemplary guitarist and I hope you're doing well in these strange times ❤️

[@tycho_m]

3:13 does Thunderstruck count? ;)

[@seamarsh3756]

Not only had I started to revisit this tune just in last week but just a few days ago stumbled upon the tonewood amp.. crazy timing thanks for this!:)

[@seanodonnell4969]

Great video, Andy. Could you do one of these for a harp guitar song? Into the Ocean? Thanks and stay well!

[@ethanhunt2570]

Thanks for this Andy. Can you also do a tutorial on Ladies Night by Preston Reed.

[@jeffreymcdonough418]

THANK YOU!!

[@zerptwerp6445]

Wow! Welcome back ^_^

[@TheRealAndyMcKee]

Thanks!

[@tizianocicconetti2424]

If you can,pleeeease🙏..a tutorial of Common ground and Hunter's moon. It would be fantastic.....! Thank you so much.... you are my mentor!😀

[@alexgalbraithacoustic]

Thanks very much for doing this Andy! Been trying to learn this recently... have caught you several times in the UK (including your Guitar Masters tour plus solo ones) and looking forward to your next return! Keep up the tutorials as your teaching style is very accessible!

[@jsampson8088]

Greenfield guitar... serious bit of kit.

[@shineawake2]

This is an unreal piece of music. The mind that conceived this! I have the sheet music.Your instruction is nice. The right hand makes this piece live; helps to be trained correctly. Your performances of this amazingly have all the pieces there, well done! But it needs more breath and feeling; keep flowing with it and forget yourself. I have never heard anyone make this music really breathe and move the way Michael did.

[@matthammers5639]

Hey there shine wacky-- Lets hear your version with breath and feeling eh?. Bet you cant even step up wank. Easy to throw criticism over the internet on how someone plays without showing what you got. You play it and I will tell you what you need to do. Maybe you have already guessed.

[@williamlewis8741]

hello Andy great video. will you play it completely ? thanks for this tutorial

[@trewq398]

I would love to have a tutorial on ebon coast, if you do another one of these

[@matthewtilbury2859]

Hey Andy. Thank you so much for posting this lesson. You’ve cracked the code to this amazing composition! I don’t suppose you could post a lesson on how to play Ragamuffin by any chance ? 😉...once again thanks heaps for sharing this :)

[@hainguyenau]

Hey Andy. It's everyone here.

[@TheRealAndyMcKee]

hainguyenau 😜

[@milkyBK370]

Thanks for doing this Andy. Any chance of a rundown on DeGrassi's Window. Incredible tune and there's not enough of Alex's music out there in this format. Thanks again.

[@simonhaynes3145]

Can you play Hurricane Bob by Billy?

[@mkleikers4446]

Great video man! Would a tutorial of your cover of Streets of Whiterun be possible? :D

[@azmanalaydeross4159]

Heather's Song please!! Been wanting to learn that piece for such a long time haha

[@azmanalaydeross4159]

Actually I can't decide between ^ or Art of Motion aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah

[@tizianocicconetti2424]

You can found this song on Truefire..there is a musicarium songbook of Andy and this song is included.

[@kimd80]

Hi Andy, I have your musicarium tutorial on truefire and have been enjoying working through the songs. Would be great if you could do tight trite night?? Pls 😊

[@rodee1671]

MORE!!!

[@ksrhys-]

So great to see any sort of video whatsoever from you Andy - even one just saying 'hi' that lasted a second would have been awesome. But thankyou for doing this! Kinda tempted to attempt this song, but I know that it would never result in a clean playthrough, just a greater level of ability on the guitar... i'm not sure why that's a 'just'. I guess this isn't the right place for these two questions but i'm fascinated by the necklaces, do they mean anything to you? or do they provide any kind of mental or spiritual grounding? Also curious how this song in particular, ranks in your realm of 'if you can play this, you can figure out anything'? or if there's a greater song in terms of overall challenge that still succeeds in creating a musically rich piece. (in the acoustic fingerstyle realm, of course, i imagine these songs wont turn anyone into EVH / MAB). Well wishes Andy! You're the man, man. My experience with consuming and creating music would be significantly less vibrant without your contributions to this aural world. Stay safe and stay gold in all this pandemic stuff!

[@paolodestefano78_guitar]

I am not sure about the beat where you start to play the C with the thumb. You put it on the pull off, but in the original version I hear it on the hammer on, on the 1st beat of the measure. I hear it on the pull off only in 2 measures if I remember right.

[@gyigyu1]

You are right. He plays wrong rhythm. The c with the thumb is on the first beat originally. He plays with a sixteenth earlier. That's why you hear 2 + 3 hammer on from 12:35...

[@Ytmetzc]

When you can, PPPLLEAAASSE come back to Seattle!

[@TheRealAndyMcKee]

Metzc Definitely, as soon as I can!

[@bCloud09c]

I second this motion!