Corona Lessons Volume 12, Tom Bukovac, "The Two Sides Of Practicing"

Yet another tangent...this one inspired by a question I received about how to practice...this one goes out to you dude.

[@pauldawn550]

Here in 2024 going round a second time. There is so much wisdom in Tom’s videos. I’ve learned and practised more in the last 6 months than i have in the last 30 years thanks to Tom and Guthrie Trapp’s videos.

[@youKnowWho3311]

It's GOLD, this is gold. Listen up young cats, you should feel so lucky to get this level of advice for free.

[@philanthony2879]

100%

[@gratefulape12]

This is the second greatest bit of advice here today, second only to the video itself.

[@jimbobc2882]

For real. I feel like I’m a kid taking lessons again with a cool dude and even cooler player

[@kenster865]

Absolutely! 👍

[@jimdesiderati7126]

You nailed it brother, the power in his words alone could move mountains of struggle for any musician, young and old (like me)! Watching him play, hearing his touch, tone, and logic musically, is beyond comprehension!

[@RobertBakerGuitar]

Well so far I can't make it past the intro without restarting it. Someday i'll make it to the rest of the video,

[@steveschu]

“High in musical nutrients “. That’s an awesome perspective.

[@78tag]

I never found the secret to "practicing" when I was involved in full time work. In the middle of 80 + hr weeks, I would go home (usually out of town), eat something, sit down to play and be asleep in about 10 minutes. I never produced much in the way of progress but it sure did let me decompress. I just figured if it was therapeutic - then so be it.

[@mikeatwater]

"Learn songs in high musical nutrients" I love it

[@wolverine3344]

“... pre- internet, ... play for hours and hours and hours without feeling like you’re missing out.” How true is that statement to us all, I know I’m guilty of FOMO and short attention span feeling the need to switch to a new song, or feeling I need to be practicing a different skill or technique. Tom- ism +5 . “High in musical nutrients” 😀

[@TravisHY]

"Because I can't read music or any of that shit..." *gulps beer*

[@hafizimranYT]

Today I finally understand why you’re so good, Tom Bukovac. That was intensely profound, yet rooted in so much humility and respect for the craft. Here’s hoping you’ll carve a few minutes a week to continue Tom Time once this pandemic blows over.

[@benallmark9671]

Blows over lol. Good luck with that. I hope y’all are ready for your computer chips to implanted under your skin. Ginny pigs are us

[@MrShreddykruger]

“It took me like a whole day to learn it.” - Tom Bukov

[@brianlewis8457]

"It took me like a whole day to work out the first chord" - Me

[@joecoombsguitarist]

Tom I hope you keep making these videos because they are so inspiring. That two chord jam at the beginning was just amazing man. I’m a guitar player from the UK and just totally in awe. Keep up the awesome work!

[@erikotto6728]

So glad I found this guy

[@steveguitaristsmith]

Guitars, beer and Robocop. This is the best place ever.

[@tadeui2]

Tom, the thing that you said about trying to get chuck berry right, i`ve had with Panama, from Van Halen. It was sooo hard to get it right and then I gave up! It's possible to get the notes right, but the shuffle, the swing, just can't. Hearing it from a pro like u, it gives me some hug for my crying! haha

[@PapaMidnite56]

Me: listening on the edge of my seat Tom: Is that boring? Haha great stuff

[@steveluther4966]

All of your time and expertises is much appreciated! I have really enjoyed all of the videos you have posted recently, thanks again for your time.

[@taossmith85]

It was great to hear that even the great uncle Larry struggles with Johnny b. Goode. I've tried every few years and never seem to get close.

[@alanjohnson2126]

This is so freaking awesome. I cant thank you enough for this knowledge you keep throwing out. This is so inspiring.

[@robertozampella1499]

I feel so blissed out for this content you're creating. Thank you very much

[@ChuckRiosGuitar]

Tom, you are bringing me to the next level. Loved this video, man!

[@MrBilor1978]

I discovered you today and I am blown away. You have such an incredible feeling. Thanks for that man. Super-inspiring. So - more exciting insights please! Thanks for that! Greetings from Switzerland!

[@stevehughes1510]

Thanks Tom...........really good that you're doing this..........most appreciated. Love your 335 and tone!!

[@SteveR5954]

Thanks so much for doing these everyday Tom... bloody awesome

[@alyonsy1]

Hey Tom, been watching these for the last week or so, really appreciate these tips, thanks a heap!

[@MrTelefuel]

These Corona lessons are just the best. Thank you!

[@stealyurphace]

This is fantastic Tom. Saw you at Peach Fest w Trigger Hippy a while back and was blown away by not only the band but your playing in particular. Keep this up please! Some of the best instruction and advice on guitar that I have seen.

[@GreatFalls18u]

This episode is a gift. Thank you.

[@tommartin7833]

I really hope you decide and can find time to keep going with these vids...saw your rig rundown and appreciate the thought that went into the explanations. Killer presentations...Thank you.

[@JDWH]

Going through the older versions of HomeSkoolin, man am I thankful you kept this going, the last two episodes I watched things were up in the air.

[@joshmassara3678]

This is the best thing on KZbin right now. Haven’t been able to stop practicing since these have started.

[@jakeclermont6631]

Amazing as usual Uncle Larry. Never gets old

[@stavrou0]

Thank you Tom.. once again.. Thank you for all the Lessons!

[@Grant_Ferstat]

Just loving these Tom. Really dig the thing about the timbre related to the string. Such a big big thing. Also. Street Theory! Love it. That really should be a book.

[@alanmcdonald6551]

Thank you Tom for doing these.

[@h.l.wilson7930]

This series of videos is a true gift that has made this craziness more tolerable. Love your playing and conversation style dialog. Love to sit and drink multiple beers with you! Thanks very much for what you are doing.

[@markrichardsart2167]

Thanks Tom this is so insightful and your playing moves me every time I hear it. That’s what I want from music!

[@robertbrown6874]

You've never made a bad video, the stuff, like on this video is so important to guitar players and believe, this is a gift that you went so deep in it, the triads, altered chords, inversions, that's what makes a fantastic session player!!

[@gibsonbradley]

Man, this lesson hits hard. Thanks for all your time on the camera, Larry. Beautiful musings.

[@mule800]

you sir, are truly unreal, thanks for the lockdown videos, helping the inspiration and opening new doors🙏🙏🙏

[@philroselle1514]

Such an important lesson and so rang a bell for me. Thank you Tom

[@danieldoke7725]

Tom, Thanks for spending time with us making these videos. Excellent insight and NEVER BORING! Big Fan of your work! I saw you last night onstage for the Willie Nelson Tribute show. I take lessons online and private from Guthrie Trapp. You both are very sincere and genuine with your love to share your "Guitarded" knowledge! I am geeking out on these Corona Video's. What a blessing to have you share this information with us.

[@physiciansassist1]

That 335 is so toneful.. As ac self taught musician for many years l, thanks for your commentary. I was stuck for a while but now that your giving us some insight im feeling back to the grind in trying to grow

[@rinoc1577]

Excellent advice!!! You are awesome...I'll be watching all your videos! Thanks for the amazing videos and advice!

[@michellejones7346]

Most useful 14 minutes I’ve heard in my musical career man..... keep em coming

[@brianolson_music]

Taking your advice and watching early corona lessons videos that I missed because I only found your channel in like October or something....Wow am I glad I did. so much to learn, but so fun learning it. Thanks for posting such valuable information for free, and for being a great teacher. I was doing the same thing at probably about the same time, sitting in my room for hours on end with a record player, lifting the needle endlessly back to try to figure out great songs. I wish I would’ve gotten them like you did, and not been as lazy or given up too soon. I’d be guilty of faking a lot of solos back in the day. Sad but true. Thanks for sharing and for the great advice - can’t thank you enough

[@palakabrad]

Mahalo for taking time. Love your view point and musical process! Turn table learning too! 🤙 Right on!

[@Strumbum01]

That was some soulful playing in the beginning Tom. It really spoke to me. Thank you kindly for the practice tips!

[@kaimierow2051]

Thanks from Hamburg for all these incredible informations, licks, stories ... Thank you!

[@vintagepipesnightmares]

Your not boring man ! This is amazing for us . This videos are to short ! The playing in those Ebo amps videos is absolutely amazing ! Those fast licks are great and unique. Maybe a lesson about that stuff.

[@repem2004]

Had to give this a rewatch as I remember watching this when it came out. I’m a minute in and godddd that tone is wild!!!

[@MartinMelbye]

Definetely not boring. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on practicing.

[@alfgwahigain5544]

The touch and dynamics in Tom's playing is endlessly inspiring. Just fantastic. To me guitar playing doesn't get any better than that intro.

[@jmparker56]

This is great wisdom! Hope what you are giving us will inspire kids coming up! It does me and I am 63!

[@glennpace9783]

Thanks....loving the casual conversation, and no editing. Keep it real. Cheers brother.

[@johnl.6930]

Not boring at all! Heartfelt and truthful. The guitar as a planer instrument. Cool thought and approach. Thanks so much. Cheers.

[@philanthony2879]

So great to hear this. Super encouraging and motivational. Couldn't agree more with your philosophy! Thank You. True fan of all your work and outlook. Hope to cross paths one day.

[@lvhz]

Recently found your channel and feel like I found a wise old friend. Your playing, touch and soulfulness is so right on that you’ve brought me to tears a couple of times. May sound strange but your playing reminds me of the late Shannon Hoon’s beautiful voice. Feel like you guys would’ve made amazing music together. Thanks for all you do, brother. All the best to you and yours. Cheers from the Texas Gulf Coast! 🍻

[@TCMx3]

nothing would make me happier than Tom Time with Tom, the session man Bukovac.

[@MikeS63301]

NOT BORING! 😎 Love these lessons and chat sessions, and really appreciate you taking time to share these things. ✌️

[@BrettPapa]

Thanks so much for these! Been wanting to see this for a long time!

[@RollieFingers59]

Thanks to this quarantine I’ve been spending hours and hours figuring stuff out - still shaking a 2 year old head injury which makes it a bit harder but I’m still enjoying these vids and I share your enjoyment of everything about records. Been at this 40 years myself

[@SB_SHER]

Seriously dropping guitar 🎸 wisdom gems 💎 Corona sucks but I’m happy to have some Tom time!

[@andyhbassman]

Definitely not boring Tom. I've been playing bass for 47 years and there's always something new to learn - and today listening to you I learnt a helluva lot more. Big thank you. Great stuff, crack on and stay well!

[@michaelsaul1346]

Hi Tom! Never ever boring, ever!! Always enjoy my "Tom Time" ;-). We miss you up here in Sun Valley. Can't wait to see you and throw back some beers. Hope you and your family are safe and doing well.

[@thomasMkilleen]

Tom, watching your Corona series from a hobbyist / cover band guitar player perspective is humbling and inspiring. There's such an enormous difference b/t the professional (you) and the weekend warrior (me) . But one thing that we have in common is the passion. I see your face go sideways when you hit some notes/licks that feel so good, it moves you. I feel that and feel your kindness with these videos. So thanks for the Corona series, its inspired me to try and improve my game!! Cheers!!

[@Mainstreet2006]

Great videos Tom! Thanks for the taking the "Time" to share your mind set and love of music with us. I am also enjoying your chilled out attitude. It is like therapy during these trying times. Additionally, I love your Mixolydian vibe. I usually stick to the more straight major licks, 5 minutes after hearing this my phrasing sounds so much better. Additionally, I too love coffee and a good cold beer. 👍 See you next time. Peace

[@TedMarimba]

I just discovered this man... Amazing! As a guitar player I'm hipnotized

[@jamfactory4119]

The insight into how you struggle for perfection is relieving. You make it "look" like you just know and play everything perfectly effortlessly. It's nice to know that it takes that much effort even from such an amazing performer as yourself. Thank you

[@nicholaswoolfenden5254]

With you on learning Beatles Tom. Melodically and harmonically rich as. I did it and boy did it help. Those guys were rare talents. Thank you for great advice.

[@alexxjesus9345]

Sooo good! Thank you so much for this videos Tom 🙌 kind regards from Portugal!

[@wolverine3344]

I could loop these videos for days and subconsciously absorb these nuggets of gold during sleep,

[@philgallagher1]

"Boring???" You could not be further away from boring!! This is the stuff that NOBODY tells you!! And you've taught me more in these 10 - 15 minute chunks than I have learned in the last 5 years! Thank you, and PLEASE keep on putting these videos up!

[@dragonsage6909]

You got me to re-listen to all my Beatles albums and Alan Holdsworth Road Games and Metal Fatigue..plus various Zep..you've helped me be a better listener..thanks!

[@thornewiggs]

So true about Johnny B. Goode... thank you for sharing your wisdom!

[@futternut55]

My new favorite guitarist. Awesome!

[@gaspas]

One of the best lessons ❤️❤️❤️ thank you for sharing all of this knowledge tommy

[@Bobby_Digital37]

Thank you Tom! This was awesome, it really made my day!

[@rickster58]

Tom, this is so damn good. I’ve been playing since I turned 8, (1966 lol). I know what you’re saying about trying to get something to sound exactly right. I remember playing a couple of Brian May solos for hours on end to get it right. When I got it right I was so proud of myself I had to call someone and play it for them. Hopefully I can see you and Tony on the Heart tour next year.

[@Edmontonlad]

Awesome, thanks for doing these Tom, really enjoying them. Totally agree about the immense educational value in really digging into a player or genre. After gigging for 20+ years, keeps things interesting and forward moving for me. I have recently gone back to really dig into Ritchie Blackmore's stuff, a total master at phrasing. Django Reinhardt is another ongoing project, one that I will never master, haha. Thanks again, keep 'em coming!

[@Guitarrulez]

Fantastic, love the simple chords progression with a ton of different voicing, accents and colours...You’re painting music! a true a artist, very inspiring, keep,it coming please!

[@johnn.1186]

That was NOT boring. It was very insightful. Thanks, man.

[@DreaNEO]

Watching again for the X# time...THANKS BUK!!!

[@stevecox9183]

Love you brother. You remain a total badass.

[@matthewgregg2019]

8:00. Little Wing (and Hendrix in general) comes to mind.. Man, thanks for these Tom. So great.

[@bluesyryan]

Please, we need a street theory video. Learned more in this lesson than I have in one lesson ever. That was some good shit Tom. Real, deep, insightful, thoughtful and wise. THANK YOU. How to practice... how to get free... loved it.

[@i8emallup]

Thank you for your honest expression. I so much feel the same way, about so many things. When asked to conjure someone else's work up... Giving up after trying to re-create Chuck Berry... Thank you! Thank you thank you. What a gift!

[@docsiltanen]

well….its readily apparent as to why you can make your living with a guitar …. and most of us don't ….you have a great touch and very fluid phrasing…. just fantastic to watch… you should keep this up after the world returns to whatever normal is going to be… it really is great to watch…thanks again !!!

[@kevincondran8032]

Not boring at all! Very insightful. Thank you!

[@RipVDub]

Sometimes, you gotta go back and relearn what you have already learned. Pearls of wisdom on this one. Appreciate the medicine, Doc! #homeskoolin #unclelarry

[@greymoore3757]

Way better than Netflix. Truly Inspirational!

[@nelsonw2096]

Not boring at all. Well said and great food for thought. Thanks!!!

[@panop1725]

It's not boring. I would get as much if not more from my old drum teacher when he would talk to me about drumming. As opposed to just monitoring me playing rudiments. For those of us that will probably never meet you. This is great.

[@timchalmers1700]

Rewatching... Best lesson ever !! Learn both the mental and the muscular. When practicing a riff, also learn the note names on the fretboard and the scale degree (flat 3rd, etc.). Learn songs with high musical content. Learn it so you're not just faking it, but can make it sound like the original. There's a lifetime of never being in a rut, or being bored. Thanks Tom. You're the best.

[@VirtualWoodshed]

Awesome stuff Tom. So many great takeaways here. When I was 12 years old I used to ride my bike up to the local record store to browse the used vinyl. The owner of the store had a black 335 and he would sit behind the counter and play it. Today I realize that he was at best an average player, but to my 12 year old ears he might as well have been Jimi Hendrix. I remember very clearly asking him "how do you play the guitar?" and he stopped, got real serious, looked me dead in the eye and replied with two words: "LEARN SONGS." Man, that was probably the best lesson I ever got and it really stuck with me through the years. But learning them, and learning them *right* are two very different things! I'm anal as hell about it and really really really try to learn stuff like the record. Thanks for the inspiration. PS - soooooo right about Chuck Berry! JBG intro is impossible!!

[@Jesse_Johnson]

Tom. I would trade most of the armchair expertise I see on You Tube for the Corona Lessons alone. Thank you. Tone is in the fingers. Phrasing is in the voice. Gear is a mark in our bank account.

[@Larry-Art179]

And the winner is this guy ... for relatable musician talk. Every word has a purpose

[@EmilioConesa]

Not boring. I’ve been playing guitar over 50 years. It’s nice to hear you think out loud. It’s like I’m talking to myself... I can see your holding the pick sideways. Me too

[@fredgrove7886]

My answer to your last question is HELL NO! I just ran across the lessons, thanks, you have given this want to be guitarist great things to listen for, to and work on! Keep it up!

[@jonasgrundsted1977]

Your two chord riffing in the intro - amazing! Great advice about practice and how records work - Street theory love it 👍. “Tom Time” - confessions of the session man. Keep it coming. Best regards - Jonas

[@paulstaffordcook8799]

Fantastic to get an insight into the things that make you tick. Love this 🙏. The best thing about Coronavirus is definitely “Tom time”.