Beatles - A Hard Day's Night lesson by Mike Pachelli

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[@bjzucker]

"every rock song is the son of a Beatles song" Brilliant, mate!

[@OthO67]

Bennett Zucker I'm a believer in the idea that Helter Skelter was the first heavy metal song.

[@silvermanewesleyjohn2844]

Personally, after watching all these how's it done vids I am convinced that with the tapes constantly rolling between takes even, George Martin captured the F add 9, the bass D AND a D chord variation by accident.

[@silvermanewesleyjohn2844]

Good on ya, Mike! How about I Need You and.. Paul's famous fuzz bass song too!

[@davisworth5114]

@@OthO67 who cares, metal sucks, its for guys who can't solo on a 12 bar blues, right?

[@lamper2]

@@silvermanewesleyjohn2844 of COURSE it wasn't an accident

[@osmansosiawan9457]

I am a big fan of the Beatles... The first time I heard the Beatles songs, I thought they were just what we call "three chord songs". But the more I hear the more difficult and complexed the chords and the way they played... The lads are genuinly fabalous...Thanks Mike you have opened my ears so clearly....

[@abbeyroad9529]

Wow Mike, you blew my mind with the way to play the first chord accurately! I like how you not only teach the song but also the history of the Beatles, best Beatles guitar teacher ever.

[@mcbigswig1569]

... and the Best KZbin Guitar Tutorial Video Of The Century Award goes to....

[@david135-6]

Mike, have you've ever considered a career in criminal forensics? Seriously, your patience and reverse engineering is simply amazing. I know I speak for many Beatle fans who wish they had the resources, patience, time and technical ability to do what you do. Thanks for all these amazing deconstructions

[@MPfrance]

David - Am I considering a "career?" I'm considering retirement!! :-)

[@loujoszai1219]

Sometimes I have this strange feeling that you know more about the Beatles' songs than the Beatles themselves did. I'm obsessed with them too so thank you very for the lessons Mike! They are most appreciated.

[@seamushhi]

true true true . . He KNOWS MORE . . . .

[@elimxp9370]

I am not a guitarist but watching these videos gives me a whole new appreciation for the Beatles great music. Well done Mike.

[@andrewcignatta2880]

ELI MXP I agree 100%

[@13magic74]

I agree w you...but this is way over my head

[@Shred_The_Weapon]

ELI, what instrument(s) do you play, if you’re a musician?

[@donaldmann7387]

Same here. I avoided them for too long.

[@deannahext]

ELI MXP This was 1964. Isn’t that something.

[@markstrugnell]

This guys enthusiasm is infectious. It makes you want to pick up the guitar straight away. I haven’t played/recorded properly for a year or so. I’m now playing and recording again 😀

[@gdholmfirth]

The heart of a teacher. Great job. Appreciate it.

[@momolovesmina]

Mike pachelli is awesome. My rating is 100%.

[@toddubow2599]

How sick is it that Lennon knocks this off in one night for the film title and we are still fascinated by its construction 50 years later.

[@deannahext]

tod dubow Ringo had odd quotes which included this song and Eight Days A Week. John picked up on it and wrote a song on that..

[@SuperCyril2]

Lol...he had musical talent no doubt.

[@johnsworld4275]

Hoppe’s 9 Eight Day’s a Week was from a cab driver that Paul met.

[@johndrowe5281]

Hoppe’s 9 those “odd quotes” are called “malapropisms” and Ringo had many. (I have often wondered if a wee bit of royalty money was ever offered to Ringo for his ... help.?)

[@johndrowe5281]

“Tomorrow Never Knows” is one of my favourites. What is his best? (Or, will we ever know?🤩). Sir Macca says he does not believe he knows a hit anymore . He “just writes the songs, and [he] can’t tell if it’s good or great...” Does Ringo even notice how cool his vernacular is, or is he a musical Yogi Berra?

[@Psalmstrings]

Thanks for solving the opening mystery chord Mike. Now I can sleep at night!

[@broadwater9222]

Cool. Hahahah

[@Jackmc2112]

You replied to my email about a teacher. Nobody out there is teaching like this. Counting out the time explaining the cords etc. thank you.

[@Firstmajortomlikestoticker]

Mike pachelli is a Great Guy I worked with him 20 + years ago. He is Still Teaching us keep it up BIG MIKE !!!!

[@williamnelson727]

Mike's Tutorial is masterful. ~because he loves the music as we all do. You're certainly aware of Galleazzo Frudua. ~another Italian Beatles fan, but his specialty are the VOCALS. He nails `em just as YOU do the guitar parts. And you both seem to enjoy my favorite Beatles tunes. You're awesome.

[@GABRILLEO-GM]

I have been hunting for this opening harmony for 50 years. I discovered You two weeks ago, Mike. Thanks and congratulations. Greetings from Hungary !!

[@loZoneranger560]

Beautiful job, Mike. I especially liked the explanation of George's lead 'masquerading as triplets', but were actually 1/16 notes. I listened and, By Golly, you are right! Delightful epiphany there. Also, I very much liked your commentary near the end, before playing it through, where you talked about their confidence and exuberance which can be seen in the movie. Indeed...it can be seen and felt! Great job...you have inspired me to learn again even when I'm 64 (no, really...I am !).

[@uriahbburnside4335]

I gotta tell ya, having listened to the Beatles in my preteen years and watching them on Sullivan, this lesson on Hard Days Night, is one of the best and awesomely explained song I've viewed. Thank you !!!

[@mikka1963]

The opening chord is fantastic, isn´t it? Great lesson. Thanks for posting it.

[@btwilks]

Oh man - I've been listening to the Beatles since 1962 and playing guitar versions of their songs since 1968. I cannot believe it's possible to so accurately deconstruct their playing the way you do. You, sir, are a genius and by that I mean "Thank you". :-)

[@MPfrance]

Thank you for the kudos but I am in NO way, shape or form a "genius."

[@virgierejas9925]

Lea salong

[@michaelcontos5480]

This is fantastic! I actually learned to play guitar back in the early 70's from The Compleat Beatles (yes, spelled that way) songbook. I play George's part using a Rickenbacker 360/12 which really gives it a full tone and use my Casino for John's part. Your videos are fantastic and I've learned a lot in filling in the small nuances and alternate chording. My older brother, who plays bass, and I used to jam all night playing Beatles songs. Great stuff!

[@quintas66]

Love how you put it all together at the end. You are the best Beatleologist I've ever seen by a long shot.

[@MPfrance]

Thanks Kevin - you're too kind!

[@brianh7403]

Hey Mike, I am also a massive Beatles fan. I grew up in Liverpool and I play guitar but not to your standard. You have nailed this song ! Thank you. Brian. ps: I am off to play it now.

[@michaelsomerled396]

I have never found a guitar teacher like Mike in my life. Greatly appreciated!!!

[@antoniosantos4354]

WOW, I didn't know that so much thought went into an almost inconsequential thing as the opening chord of one of the most famous Beatles song, which we all take for granted or don't even notice. John, George Harrison, Paul and, in his own right as the Beatles' producer, George Martin, were ABSOLUTE GENIUSES who remain UNPARALLELED in the entire history of music.

[@Nobody92421]

You sir, have taken me back to hanging out with my Sid Barret, who got me started playing guitar by teaching me Beatles songs... Bat shit crazy to this day, but an Artist's, Artist... Thank you!

[@loriromano6399]

Mike, I'm so happy to see somebody so completely explaining the creative genus of the Beatles. You really got into that first magically chord. Don't know how you can hear all that so well. Thanks Mike! The Beatles, with all the hype and Beatle mania, they deserved it all, they weren't over rated. Too good.

[@MPfrance]

Thanks Lori - I was blessed (or sometimes it feels like cursed) with what my friends call 'bat ears.'

[@garywalsh3487]

You are my hero! I've been 'playing' this music for 40+ years, but my appreciation level of it has deepened immensely, and now has colour because of these videos.

[@DavidMains-pf6zo]

Mike that is very informative had no idea how complicated and instrumental these songs were.you really know your music and enjoyed watching this video.your truly brilliant in your ways.

[@XLBiker13]

That breakdown of the opening chord was incredible. Talk about geeking out. I'm VERY impressed. THANK YOU!

[@WyattScott]

Dude, massive props on all your Beatles vids. You are an amazing teacher and dissecting these timeless songs with upmost skill and reverence. Hats off!

[@lucamariapettinicchio6151]

Mike, you're definitely a living Bible of Beatles's songs🎼!

[@steveperry1344]

i watched a video of the beatles playing this and you can see john playing the chords. they looked so at ease and enjoying themselves and very professional.

[@nwtrent6902]

I don't think i have ever learned a song that fast in my life, thank you Mike! Seriously you are so positive and just a joy to watch. I really enjoy your pure appreciation for The Beatles as well. As a young guitar player, your lessons really help me learn more of the tools of the trade and give me information on more chords and general technique and things to do. Thank you very much!

[@MPfrance]

Really glad to hear that. All the best to you and your music!

[@deanxxi]

That was and still is haunting of awesome art, creative genius and skill. Thanks a lot for teaching it so well.

[@jj9085]

I am so happy that I was old enough to hear and appreciate these songs as they were played on the radio for the first time. Since the Beatles put out so much music, none of us had to wait very long to hear the next brilliant new song. No band set the bar this high in innovative music at the time. I can't begin to tell anyone the overwhelming feeling these songs had on all of us when they were fresh and new. Beatle mania is an experience i have never felt since that time. Unbelievable!

[@davisworth5114]

The first day I was in Vietnam 17 Jan. 1968 I heard this tune blasting out of a music shop in Nha Trang, the irony of The Beatles in an atmosphere of total cultural otherness was arresting and comforting.

[@BobSperber]

Seeing them as a 5-year old changed me. My friends and I started our first garage band in ‘69. Never went very pro but it’s a lifelong thing. Trying to learn Julia at the moment and Mike does that up perfectly, of course.

[@penfro]

Your detailed examination is forensic! Great work, I really, really enjoyed this. Thank you!

[@shynessboy]

We absolutely love your videos. We're lifelong Beatles fans so seeing how your videos open us up to the musical intricacies of their musicianship and songwriting keeps us coming back. Learning their songs always opens up to new ideas we never considered before. Thank you so much for doing what you do.

[@anthonymaio4243]

The Beatles are what really started me on guitar.This was such an informative lesson.Great to see someone who took the time to break it down.You could not ask for more.Thank You!!!!

[@MPfrance]

You are most welcome - and yea - me too. The Beatles changed my world also!

[@Mickt6]

it an engeniring chord , tricky Beatles awesome stuff G.Martin was consider to be the 5th Beatles by the fact he was a pianist and played on some tunes for numerous albums thanks Mike excellent job

[@bozak6026]

Fantastic analysis, and fantastic lesson, just like all of Mike's lessons. THANK YOU!!

[@eddie01187]

Absolute beatles style playing...... can't find anywhere else..... thnk u so much

[@striggs7]

Nicely done. The most accurate rendition of this iconic song I’ve ever seen.

[@dannyanker7852]

,Mike .... your a complete joy . I love everything you do ! You have a magic about you that’s very very rare . Only known of you for a few days but I’m hooked ......please keep it up because your making all the difference x

[@mikelagos7755]

Mike you are so inspiring the way you teach THANK YOU

[@nzarch9741]

I love the detail in these videos. So good to see quality Beatles song lessons

[@jackorbit7258]

Thanks, Mike. I love these Beatle lessons. You do a great job!

[@66ebutu]

Yeah, so much detail; thanks so much for sharing. It is a beautiful lesson! Timeless indeed.You are a true master!!!

[@Ilovelosangeles]

Love all of your videos on Beatles music. You're an excellent teacher!

[@MPfrance]

Thanks! I love doing the videos!!

[@caseyhooper4779]

Killer Beatles breakdown Mike... thank you!

[@ashm2691]

Mike Pachelli. thank you for the amazing breakdown of this song. looking forward to see more of the beatles songs.

[@startingwithalostsongs5173]

Another great great tute Mike! Very much appreciated plus the Beatle insights are fascinating 😄😄😄 Thanks so much!

[@martinbouchez6949]

You're the best. Keep rocking Mike !

[@GSG834129]

Mike Excellent lesson, I have a whole new appreciation for A Hard Days Night it was one of the great John Lennon's songs I've always wanted to learn! Thanks!

[@julessanchez9216]

Mike, you’re a awesome guitarist, I can see that you put your heart and soul into each video that you produce. Thanks for sharing your talent and help teach us new chords that I am not familiar with. Learning is the key to expanding the mind !

[@guitarsncarsnart]

brilliant lesson and knowledge as always. best Beatles lessons anywhere.

[@MPfrance]

Thanks! That's VERY kind of you to say.

[@Kmaczzz]

Another great lesson Mike. Timeless is the word. Thanks.

[@Bourgeault]

Mike really great job explaining John's amazing talent. Your insight is fascinating. Keep 'em coming!

[@GordTaylor]

I love your lessons and appreciate your contibutions ..Thanks!!!

[@adviceman5211]

Outstanding !!! Excellent breakdown !! More please!!!

[@chezruss]

You re a good man Mike, thanks for all your efforts!

[@jonathanneuhaus4755]

I can imagine how helpful this is for a young guitarist especially one who doesn't possess a good ear to find these notes out him or herself. You would have made my life so easy back in 66 and my first band so much better!

[@marvinbush5278]

Hey Mike, what a blast. I'm a big Beatles fan too, but "A Hard Day's Night" wasn't one of my favorites until now. You really rocked it.

[@pianoman4rent]

Mike, Awesome job. I now listen completely differently. Having been on the road most of my life or playing local, I didn't have the time nor the ear to pull these songs apart. Thanks and job well done

[@tpaine1968]

What a wonderful lesson and what a wonderful gift to your viewers...Well done

[@hydrovandarmstadt2140]

Thanks for even more inspiring moves, Mike...

[@erikmattson8629]

Learned a few little things I've been doing wrong for years and years. Little things that make such a difference. Thanks, Mike!

[@marcbudicin]

Always good content, Mike. You're the best!

[@a-meteo7778]

Bravo Mike! 'And in the end the love you take is equal to the love you make!' :)Thanks so much.

[@glennevans5824]

Great job Mike...those little nuances really make a difference...thanks🎸👍🏻

[@larrybaker7880]

Mike, I agree, The Beatles music is timeless! Thank you for sharing!

[@beatlessteve1010]

Very nicely constructed and you communicate your ideas very well ...Thanks Mike

[@donalso]

Don't know where to begin. Me too!!! Love your take on the Beatle people!!!

[@normshearey2375]

I am glad you are out there explaining the Beatles music. It is fun watching you have fun.

[@broadwater9222]

Yeah! ;-)

[@schooloflifebg8413]

Cool Mike...you bring the Beatles songs to life++

[@52daytripper]

great lesson, great song, Beatles songs are the best.

[@ystadcop6935]

Well done! The nearest yet. Thanks for posting.

[@patriciawerdann3969]

Mike, you are fab! Your lessons are accurate but you go beyond music theory. You include the history of the songs & of the times they were written. For me it's a trip down memory lane and a musical appreciation class. All thumbs up buddy.. GROOVY MAN!! p.s. don't stop

[@tomgoodson345]

Fascinating, Mike. Brilliant analysis and lesson.

[@vfrangiotti]

Amazing videos Mike. Keep doing that. You spend a lot of time doing resources for this wonderful videos of Beatles songs. Incredible. Congrats

[@creamcheese3596]

It makes you realise how talented Paul and John were. Paul cannot even read music. And John just put it out there.

[@lukester8472]

Robert Hiorns I can’t really read music also

[@keep_walking_on_grass]

A music professor can read music, computers also do. but the professor can't compose penny lane. so who is the artist here and who is the worker? many great artists and composers can't read music. it doesn't matter - its all about gift/talent.

[@mhern57]

@@keep_walking_on_grass Right.

[@1slowhand]

Paul actually wrote ALL the horn music for their songs. He's also a trumpet player, his first instrument before guitar. How did he do that if he couldn't read music?

[@mariamalik4810]

@@1slowhand by having a tone perfect understanding of what correct pitch was.

[@Franyjoss]

I love this kind of videos! thank you for all the effort

[@mpeltz1534]

wow This has been most helpful. Love the breakdown of the opening cord! It starts the song off on the right "foot".

[@bobchristopher7383]

Excellent...Thank you very much for the lesson and the history...Cheers Bob

[@lpbrookes2175]

Not that they need their memory keeping alive, you do a sterling job, a wealth of info and a passion for their music. Keep up the good work.

[@ScrewballMcAdams]

Fabulous video, Mike! So thoughtfully written and demonstrated, with incredibly high production values...just a superb video. Thanks!

[@robertjohnson5795]

Hey Mike. Absolutely amazing. Your understanding of their music is really something. On the surface and to the unenlightened ear (as ours were back in those days) the songs appeared simple. How wrong we were! I used to notice their chords looked different and now I know why. Thanks for all the incredible effort you put into this. These lesson are mind-expanding!

[@johncardinali]

I really enjoy your lessons Mike. I’m 72 and always waited to hear what they come up with next.Ringo played great drum parts that always complimented the song. I started as a drummer and played my brothers guitars and bass so I have a love of all the instruments and songs.Keep it up my friend.

[@akmt123]

Me too...lol

[@lesnagy3539]

Like your work and your passion for the Beatles and the era Mike. Great stuff

[@stephenbowe4074]

Great Job Mike ! So interesting to hear the how and the why of the Beatles song collaborations. Keep this up please.

[@lotharhempel]

I‘m sitting here with my cat in my sunny kitchen in Berlin, having a late breakfast and enjoying every moment of your nice tutorial! Thank you!

[@MPfrance]

You are most welcome and nice imagery. Glad I could brighten up your breakfast!

[@rockenrollbass]

SO glad I subscribed a while back and caught this

[@derekstocker6661]

What a great lesson, that intro chord has puzzled many for years, I do believe you have got it as good as it was. Thank you.

[@66ebutu]

Thanks for another great video!

[@gaylemartin1412]

Brilliant!! Thanks!!!

[@gioknows]

You do such an admirable job breaking down the songs it is a joy to watch.

[@MPfrance]

Thank you. I am humbled by your kind words!

[@linkl3809]

Love this man, thrilled.

[@jayrich6532]

i love your break downs!

[@besamemucho5]

Amazing work!!! Thank you for sharing it...

[@cayogator]

a-freakin-mazin!! I always wondered about that opening chord !!!!! tyvm