Meditative Fingerpicking Tutorial for Guitar (2-Finger Travis Pick)

[@stuartcook7585]

OMG, where have you been all my life? I have learnt so much in such a short time. I'm 71 years old and now I may be able to play the Guitar, Cheers my friend. Stuart from the UK.

[@renetepas7727]

Same here, i am 73 and now very happy with that lesson. 🤗Thank you so much. Greets from Germany

[@Mars-m4t]

I agree this guy is amazing❤

[@paul140768]

OMG he da man 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@klausknobe895]

Same here, I am 79

[@BLazLessons]

Thank you and glad to be in your life!

[@JimiJo]

How have you only got 11k subscribers, this is easily the best tutorial I’ve seen on fingerpicking! I mean two fingers even my little brain can manage that…

[@BLazLessons]

thank you, I'm actually shocked I have so many subscribers, but I have come to terms with it and I'm ready to lean into it

[@josetalavera1275]

Excellent, finally a KZbin guitar guru with the patients required to demonstrate at a rate that guitar learners need to see and emulate. You sir are a valuable resource. I didn't realize how helpful your video was until I came back to it and followed you carefully. THANK YOU

[@BLazLessons]

thank you for your comment and you are very welcome

[@rachelcook5697]

Yes Golden Music Teacher Indeed!!!!!

[@Tupelo_Honey_77]

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[@Tupelo_Honey_77]

​@@BLazLessons wowzzzzza. So is there a way you can teach me the last part of your video. How I can learn where to find the root 🌹 Thanks Janine

[@deutsche_lyrik]

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[@djsperry3]

I’m 71, frustrated fingerpicker stuck on one pattern. This is huge! Watched some of your scales videos and it all clicked. Other folks just make my eyes glaze over! You’re not in a studio showing off with your fancy equipment. You just give. We need you, man!

[@BLazLessons]

thank you, that is encouraging, I will give you more!

[@michaeleberhardt2704]

Really was great. Thank you.

[@rickmoore745]

Thank you for taking time with us. I'm 75 years old and enjoyed your instruction. Please keep this no rush approach.

[@BLazLessons]

Glad you liked it, and I will.

[@colleensmith6655]

Me too 🎉

[@mailord7901]

​@@colleensmith6655ur 75 yrs too?😮

[@TheYoungerberry]

@@mailord7901 I am also 75 and this was an excellent video.

[@edwinswarbrick9684]

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[@Sydney.Knight]

Please make more videos. You have a talent for teaching. This was so relaxing. If you did a whole series of meditative finger-picking exercises, I'd watch them all.

[@BLazLessons]

Ok I'll make more meditative ones. People aren't really feeling the covers and I don't really want to make them anyway. Did you check the 2nd meditative one?

[@mrcanarsie]

I've been trying to learn fingerpicking online for 10 months but this is the first video that made sense to me

[@BLazLessons]

That make me so happy.

[@MikeYoung-vm3zr]

Man honest to God this is the best training that I have found in over 2 years.

[@BLazLessons]

let's go!

[@the_algorithm]

For 30+ years I've never gotten figer style down. I mainly play metal and always admired finger style, but could never get my fingers to coordinate In the short time of this video I made more progress than I have in 30 years... I will obviously keep coming back every day to this until it is 2nd nature, but I'm so impressed and happy right now

[@BLazLessons]

This makes me very happy to know.

[@samgee2275]

I watch so many tutorials and usually there’s too much/not enough of certain key elements; excruciatingly long intro; uncomfortable pace, etc., etc. Not this one! It’s just…perfect. I REALLY appreciate your teaching style. You make learning fun and easy. Very relaxing and engaging personality. I “Liked” and subscribed immediately. I’ll be back for more. Thank you so much!

[@BLazLessons]

That really makes me happy to hear, thank you!

[@gloriasage8882]

Ditto

[@gop1353]

Awesome

[@kathiewortham2074]

Usually tutorials are too fast and not easy to see which strings they are playing and I just give up! This is just ace, thank you so much! Kathie

[@johnbutera5805]

Me too! 😃

[@DaleBrown-sj9hj]

Always wanted to play The Boxer and The Early Morning Rain The way they should be played. Been playing for 60 years. Thanks to you . I can do it now😊

[@BLazLessons]

The Boxer is a perfect song for Travis Pick

[@dianesalinas9220]

You, sir, are a Godsend! Teacher Extraordinare!!!!! A Non-guitarist/Percussion Dreamer's Gift!

[@BLazLessons]

I'm a non-percussionist guitarist dreamer!

[@rubencortez2205]

I've been learning to play guitar for a year and a half. Getting lessons from KZbin. I have to say, this video is the best I seen. Your very clear, you make it simple. I got it. Thank you. Merry Christmas 2023

[@brendajeannewyche]

It’s the suggestion of “relaxing” for ME. You make me WANT to practice it. I just want to sit & relax & practice this two finger picking pattern. The power of suggestion is magic. Excellent lesson. Thank you so much!❤️❤️❤️😁

[@brianduran8921]

Thank you..this is the speed and the amount of info i am capable of following in my beginner status

[@BLazLessons]

Great that's what I was shooting for.

[@aslamahmed2564]

I have just started practicing my ever first guitar at the age of 62 which I bought about two weeks ago. Watching your channel and your method of teaching I appreciated very much. It never to late to learn an instrument, in order your mind and soul alive. I am having fun by your tutorial method. Many thanks.

[@BLazLessons]

Awesome, more soon

[@laurennewman6392]

I usually don't ever leave comments, but I felt like I really had to show my appreciation for this video! learning guitar has been really frustrating for me. oftentimes the videos I watch go too fast or don't explain things well enough, however this wasn't the case for me in this video! I really enjoy your teaching style and I feel like this was really beginner friendly as well. I believe this could be a good exercise as well just to practice picking. this taught me alot and was very soothing and relaxing, I subscribed and will be watching more videos!

[@notorious5208]

Best finger picking lesson I've seen on KZbin.. subscribed 👍🏼 Thanks

[@BLazLessons]

I'm so glad you got something from it and I appreciate your support! More to come.

[@frankshannon340]

Been a pick player for fifty years, first thing on youtube that got me to have a go at fingerpicking, thanks pal, I subscribed.

[@BLazLessons]

Glad to have you

[@numerozero7820]

I accidentally found your channel and I'm so grateful that I did. I'm on my way to plat the Travis pick. Thank you so much ❤ from Australia 🇦🇺

[@BM508]

Thank you for such an enlightening, encouraging and informative finger picking lesson. I admit that it took a couple of day’s trying to get my 70 y/o brain to coordinate with my right hand, but after more than a few rewinds of your patient video I am extremely pleased with my progress. I will admit that my left hand fingertips are suffering, but I couldn’t be happier.

[@Dimensionensurfer]

Great! For me as a beginner i am happy that i found you here! Super to learn: the pace is great, your voice is fine, the explanation wonderful and i had fun from the first second on! Thanks for your work and your content! 👏👏👏

[@LisaGaylordFitnessProgram]

LOVE your teaching style! Seeing your fingers and the notes on screen. I’m KZbin taught at 60 and you make it so enjoyable.

[@5JRTs]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart! I’m just starting to learn guitar at 62 yo and this gave me so much confidence and joy. This is a truly excellent, and relaxing, tutorial.

[@harrycook3196]

I have been a strummer for around 15 years and always wanted to Travis pick ,this is by far the simplest and most explanative very easy to follow lessons i have came across ,thank you Mr B Laz Lessons i am on my way to play many Bob Dylan Songs ,

[@BLazLessons]

You are welcome, and Bobby D has many great songs

[@AH-ps9pt]

Absolutely brilliant! You have a very addictive teaching style! Thank you!

[@BLazLessons]

Yesssssssss

[@rosarionicolaci3616]

Thank you ! This is really great and I have not yet used my guitar . Was just looking checking it out ! I will definately come back ! No blah blah blah ! You go straight to the point ! Thank you !🎸

[@BLazLessons]

Yeah do it with the guitar!

[@DouglasArringtonMusic]

That was the best guitar lesson I have ever come across!!Well done. you moved slow and thougtfully you articlated and spoke very clearly you made the chord and picking shapes soooo much easier to see you lingered

[@BLazLessons]

thank you I appreciate that, more to come

[@MrJavabali]

You're the most patient teacher out there! Keep at it!

[@BLazLessons]

Thank you for that! I will try to keep them coming

[@JJ-nm5zw]

your laid back teaching style is so helpful.

[@BLazLessons]

Thank you I'm glad because that makes it easier for me

[@brianacaldwell5607]

Thank you thank you! Dropped all social media and picked up instruments and books! You are very soothing to watch ❤️❤️

[@BLazLessons]

Thank you and you're welcome

[@Brokout]

Respect

[@killercaine26_72]

My old man and I just started learning how to play and we love your videos. They’re very easy to understand and very fun!

[@BLazLessons]

that's great to hear--family jams

[@Propel271]

My buddy, I’m only on min 1 and have already subscribed! You’re calm, calculated and encouraged inspirational way about passing on knowledge is something very unique. I’m looking forward to see what you are offering here cuz I feel I’ve hit a gold mine with finding ya! Thx and one love for all

[@addictedtocraic]

I love the way you focus on unconscious muscle memory and musicality at the start. Without that, the other elements fall away. Love it. ❤

[@BLazLessons]

This is very true.

[@SteveBartley-u2t]

Yeah watched this lesson a few times now, got the pattern memorized, just consistently playing this to teach my fingers. Great teaching style by the way - Thank You!

[@BLazLessons]

You are very welcome and thank you for letting me know

[@Fishingishard]

Love how you took it real slow and calmly. Lots of times lessons are stressful but your method helped me understand it with low pressure and just feeling for it. Thanks!

[@richardhumby8704]

Even though I’ve been a picker for a while I still found this approach interesting. A great introduction.

[@BLazLessons]

Glad to hear it

[@rachelcook5697]

I was so relaxed in ur training , I didn't even hear the honking..normally I hear every breath. Thank you!!!

[@gerry_mynewlife]

brilliant my friend, simple patient and great for my dyslexia. at 64 and a beginner I sat and played along, with daily practice I will be gigging SHORTLY lol thank you for keeping it simple 😋

[@patriciasilva9302]

That was fantastic, I GOT IT! THIS, it was easy to follow and no body trying to tell me about a scale... I'm a strummer just Show me how, in the most simple way, that it can be shown/taught. YOU DID! Many thanks for, helping me figure out, this pickin technique. Love love love!

[@BLazLessons]

I am truly glad to hear that. Scales are good too, I can show you in the same way.

[@patriciasilva9302]

​@@BLazLessonsthat would be great

[@henrykh.8920]

Please do more videos like this. Its the perfect learning lesson. I‘ve never seen a better guitar tutorial. For real!

[@BLazLessons]

Thanks, will do!

[@lindastevenson9030]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! 75 years young learning to play. Your ability to break it down into manageable sections is brilliant! Thank you for posting. Linda from the US.

[@wanderinwoodsman]

Outstanding lesson

[@shelaniesalazar]

I love how you teaching guitar it helps me more! Thank you.

[@BLazLessons]

Happy to hear that!

[@WolfRanger2008]

It's a Friday night, here as I write , and you are so correct that this is easy. But what I find hard is remembering the melody when I am working on other pieces of music. Nonetheless, I am determined to burn it into my brain. Thanks for the lesson.

[@BLazLessons]

When you say the melody , do you mean the picking pattern?

[@Jamie-js3qw]

why do Americans say 'you are so correct' and not 'you are so right'? Correct is when you get a question right and a tick.

[@LivHard]

Pure magic! I was close to giving up on learning this technique until I stumbled on your channel. At 69 years old, new tricks don’t come easy, but your patience and calm teaching style made all the difference. Thanks!

[@Ahmed-Muthanna]

this channel literally is the only one that works for me learning the guitar .. thank u sir .. keep the lessons long for us .

[@BLazLessons]

i'm happy to serve you

[@deadairsam]

I agree with Stuart! Wow. I am 62 and just started. So meditative.. and I am actually getting there.. Thank you!

[@DannyHustle]

Duuuuude! 🙏 Thank you most sincerely. You are SO patient to spend this much time with this-for people like us. I’ve been a stummer for 40 years. I could never get a proper handle on finger-picking. I will by the end of the weekend.

[@BLazLessons]

you got it!

[@chirilas5217]

Super great tutorial. Congratulations for being so patient teaching. This is what we need to start this difficult and beautiful style. Bravo👏👏👍

[@Introvert_Habits]

Practicing this continously and waiting for new lesson on finger picking❤❤❤ With new melody

[@BLazLessons]

I got one for ya

[@DeSimonShow]

I can feel the meditative state already just about 2min. In! Thanks🎉❤! Appreciate your time

[@BLazLessons]

You got it

[@randyspykerman8055]

Thanks for making it simple

[@BLazLessons]

You got it

[@BLazLessons]

You're my first super thanks!!!

[@randynordquist5522]

First time I could feel the Travis picking! Thanks!

[@BLazLessons]

Glad to hear that

[@JimiJo]

Yes! You legend you. Finally a fingerpicker that doesn’t have enormously long nails! I’m a biter 😂. 👍

[@BLazLessons]

i am too, I guess we both need to meditate more

[@mariatr7250]

I am totally a beginner. Thank you for your easy and relaxing teaching. I liked and subscribed. may you teach simple songs like yesterday, let it be, i feel comfortable with your unique teaching

[@BLazLessons]

Yes my friend I will do it! And thank you.

[@BradfordHills]

Best Travis lesson. First lesson that really worked for me

[@BLazLessons]

I'm very glad

[@billallen1594]

Thank you for this. You did a great job explaining it in a relaxed and simple way

[@BLazLessons]

You're very welcome!

[@malcolmjamesturner]

That was good. You could actually skip to the last 3 minutes of video to learn it. Cheers

[@BLazLessons]

but if you take the whole 15 minutes you will get it in your bones

[@malcolmjamesturner]

@@BLazLessons Correct. It's very good for beginners 😀

[@secretdaisy6484]

This is a great instructional video 👍. I’ve watched so many that I couldn’t learn. This is perfect. I’m hoping I can get my picking hand to cooperate consistently. It will take some time but that’s ok. I’m a Buddhist and I totally get the Zen 🎋📿☯️. 👍☮️🌞🎸🎵

[@BLazLessons]

You got it, it will come, I have no doubt

[@michellerincon8728]

I have looked at many you tubes and your are far the best! I finally got! You make it so simple, easy, relaxing, and fun! You are awesome! Thank you, thank you!

[@BLazLessons]

Wow, thank you!

[@brucesmusicvideos]

Sir!!!! I am 70 years old and an intermediate scrubbing guitar player. I have wanted to learn to fingerpicks my whole life, but always been afraid and found the tutorials either too fast or just not working. You’re tutorial broke the ice and you’re going slow and repetitive help me, realize a lifelong dream. Kudos to you and thank you so very very much!

[@BLazLessons]

I am really glad to hear that.

[@colindeer9657]

Likewise, I’ve been tutored out until you !!! Your time and effort is appreciated. I really get it. Finally!!. Thank you so very much. I have saved this video for re running to practice. Cheers.

[@GRiSON07]

I enjoy your lessons thank you for sharing your time

[@BLazLessons]

My pleasure!

[@geraldinemoneyas4865]

I got it! You taught me! I only dreamt before that I'd be able to fingerpick.. thank you!

[@BLazLessons]

You can totally do it

[@seamusdoran9851]

Thank you. Great lesson. Very explicit and easy to follow. Very enjoyable.

[@BLazLessons]

that's what I like to hear

[@energization]

Brilliant! Really good job on sharing that little rift with us. I’ve just picked up the guitar after a 20 year hiatus and I think I’ve found the perfect entry point. Thanks again.

[@DDawg-wj3um]

Very good lesson. This is the way my guitar teacher taught me. Thanks I've been looking for a good lesson. I needed to relearn. Forgot it was so many years ago.

[@BLazLessons]

Thanks I'm glad you're back on your guitar, keep playing.

[@jayanthasenanayake1703]

Thank you. Your teaching is very clear.hope I can see more in future..God bless you.

[@BLazLessons]

You are very welcome

[@maryalferez4204]

I can learn, Sir.....so happy to learn at last.....going, but I know how....it feels great, Sir......from PH.

[@BLazLessons]

Keep it up, you're doing great

[@Gina-ou7jw]

Stressing the counting really has helped me get the pattern

[@BLazLessons]

oh good, helps to be oriented

[@jasperlotushawkins7607]

Brilliant instruction! Hope you’ll post more. Thanks, Jasper

[@yolandecharest2908]

Ôlala, merci. I took m'y guitare again. It's been a wile and doing this exercice gave me the kick i needed. Sooooooo cool😊

[@BLazLessons]

Hell yeah there you go!

[@petermatthew123]

You're a very patient guitar teacher. Thanks for demystifying Travis Picking! :)

[@BLazLessons]

No probs.

[@clintcarleton1264]

Awesome! Just stumbled upon this and subscribed within 5 minutes. Perfect teaching pace. Meditative is right. 😊👌🏻

[@BLazLessons]

Thank you my friend! Glad to have you.

[@Propel271]

“Just chill, you CAN stay here. This is a third of the thing. I’d say half or more…” lol😂THE best and so true, what an amazing perspective and personality

[@BLazLessons]

Thank you

[@brocharlieb]

I'm 66 years old and I've been playing the guitar for 50 years. The finger picking I do uses thumb an forefinger, I don't even remember where I learned it. What you're showing is the next logical step for me. but i'll want more, i hope you'll teach a few songs using this method.

[@atlsud]

loved playing along. will replay many times.

[@BLazLessons]

glad to hear that!

[@Jeep20220]

Bonjour jamais vu une vidéo sur ce thème aussi bien réussie car pas facile à apprendre le travis picking mais vous me donnez envie.Sur les autres vidéos du même thème c’est toujours “facile “ Vous êtes bien meilleur pédagogue. Merci cordialement Jeep

[@ceasarmercado6759]

Thank you.. i"ve been learning how to play again after 40 years,, Your teaching style is so calm

[@BLazLessons]

you're very welcome

[@brendanlambe1073]

Best instructions I’ve seen yet, totally chilled out delivery and you emphasise what playing music should be about, thank you

[@BLazLessons]

i appreciate that

[@melssf7852]

Please could you make more videos like this pretty please 🙏 😅 i cant find anyone as soothing as you on youtube AND i actually learnt to finger pick, i have been struggling for years to learn to do this

[@rockydaleo6998]

Thank you !! I’m also 71 and you’ve simplified it perfectly! Really easy to do with your help!!

[@michelefrei7102]

Vielen Dank für die guten und ruhigen Erklärungen. Ich habe gelernt!

[@tabhollwager9859]

I just came across this video. I love your teaching style. I subscribed. I look forward to more lesson from you.

[@BLazLessons]

Thank you for your comment, see you soon!

[@ibtisammuzaffar7676]

It’s exceptional. Slow and thorough tutorial.

[@BLazLessons]

Glad you liked it

[@ibtisammuzaffar7676]

@@BLazLessons I loved it. Would love more of this kind. Thanks.

[@loriallaire7161]

Looks I found myself a new teacher! Love this lesson! Thank you!🙏🏻

[@BLazLessons]

I am here for you, just trying to get into a rhythm making more vids

[@mcmaniac108]

Power cord riffer from the 80's. Starting to learn again after a 25 year break. Always loved good fingerstyle plaing. Awesome introduction to this style. thank you so much. Some james Taylor style playing would be great as well

[@BLazLessons]

You got it

[@cheekyguitarmusic-laughteryoga]

THANKS SO SO MUCH IT´S SUPER SUPER COOL TO LEARN IT WOWOWO and it´s so much meditating on my mind ... Greetings from Hamburg 😊🌊🌞

[@BLazLessons]

Greetings! so glad you're into it

[@pmaccer79]

This is an excellent tutorial. Thank you! Looking forward to seeing some more .

[@BLazLessons]

Awesome, thank you!

[@InspirationSessions]

I much prefer these ‘follow along in real time’-style lessons as I rediscover guitar after a looooong break. Thank you!

[@BLazLessons]

That's good news to me because I also think it is the best way

[@gaylenescott1317]

Thank you for sharing and taking the time to get down to our level ...

[@BLazLessons]

You're welcome but I don't see any level as being below me, music can be deep or shallow at any level, so it was good for me as well to slow down

[@MyDogRunner]

I never learned to finger pick, and your lesson made this look possible.😊. thank you. I will give it a try!

[@rob1167]

This was awesome. Cant wait to watch more of your videos

[@BLazLessons]

OK I have some follow ups coming soon

[@muttandjeff5213]

Really nice! Love the approach. Great teacher. Liked and subscribed!

[@BLazLessons]

I really appreciate that and it motivates me to make more.

[@67buzzo]

Same here, feels like a personal lesson.

[@rile623]

From the depths of my soul I thank you, for what you are, an excellent teacher. I am a musician for Jesus Christ of Nazareth our Lord! Amen. Nice note I learn, at the same time

[@rile623]

I want, to make you by also of my work. There, is already something? Merci pour tout, et que Dieu, vous prette, encor long vie

[@BLazLessons]

@@rile623 thank you for your heartfelt comment

[@ltb1919]

This is excellent teaching. Thank you verty much.

[@BLazLessons]

hey i appreciate that, and you're more than welcome

[@kevinlander46]

Absolutely! brilliant tutorial so precise how you teach and even i am getting the hang of it, best vid I have ever seen on learning even I could follow your tutorial as I suffer from memory short term loss until till it is embedded into my brain this has helped me so much, and will never give up many thanks

[@DeborahDiemer]

Beautiful! What an incredibly mindful way to learn guitar!!

[@jasonewald2296]

Super great video Brian! Love the pace. I was able to get it thanks to your teaching style.

[@BLazLessons]

Thanks Jason! Keep picking.

[@hammy1704]

Thank you so much, came across your lesson on KZbin. You have just blown my mind in one short lesson. 🤯 😳 Oh and hello from Scotland. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@BLazLessons]

Very happy to hear that