Don't Think Twice, It's Alright -- Lesson

[@noisydonut]

How good is a tutorial aimed at people that can already play guitar!? Just gets to the important, tricky bits. Not 50 sections note by note. Very refreshing

[@AndrewDrummond-br9zr]

Hi could you tell me if every G7 is played with a hammer on thanks

[@yabytp]

0:00 - Intro at full speed 1:24 - Interlude chords 2:00 - Verse chords 4:05 - Exercise chords by strumming at slow tempo 5:40 - Picking the interludes 7:33 - Picking the verses 9:42 - Strumming at the 3rd verse (You just kinda wasted...) I keep coming back to this video, so I thought the links to different sections would make the life easier for people like me. And of course... Thank you so much for creating these videos, Josh!

[@gojones3237]

I've watched this video for a whole.afternoon With my suck English level. Although it's difficult to me ,i actually really really learn sth now and cool thibgs ,such as the right hand skills. Thank you 3000000000000000 times. LoL

[@JerryHoward88]

Thanks for the time notations. I keep going back to parts of this. I'm working on learning this as my first full fingerpicking song. I think once I can do this one well, I can learn anything. It seemed almost impossible at first, but now it just seems hard. Josh plays so cleanly!

[@fb39371]

Josh's voice is like asmr for me... this made me laugh; having timestamps.

[@jimmyb7828]

8:27

[@maximumhate666]

Your work is much appreciated!

[@paulj7094]

Love your teaching style. Clear, concise, organized, and well paced. Thank you.

[@ramlathers8182]

Great comment:Clear, concise, organized, and well paced.

[@maplebones]

Teacher's pet

[@kimkrestan4354]

What a joy! Clear, concise, focused, broken down and strung back together in a way that lends me hope for this generation. Clone him.

[@shrathyphaer]

I've been playing the classical guitar for 15 years and I am amazed by the clarity of your explanations and the musicality of your playing. Keep it up, you're amazing.

[@jamesmcgraw724]

Best instruction on the net on this iconic song .. clear and easy to follow.. now if I could just convince my hd - 28 to play like he does I would find nirvana .. nicely done my man😂

[@gerryparsonsmusic]

thank you so much for speaking with us as you do, so purposefully, yet eloquently and kindly. And most certainly with intellingence! All of these characteristics resound in your playing, by the way.

[@USNAVDC]

One of the most fun musicians on KZbin....besides being so talented! Always great videos.

[@hekxss]

I didn't learn a thing... i was just enjoying him...

[@carolynh8866]

Same here 😂 Now I want to go find his cover that he did

[@scofah]

😅

[@Dylan-Dead]

Same...one of my fav tunes tho

[@medyaminboulenouar7963]

... Playing the guitare today is quiet easier than in the seventies ...!!! Thanks

[@songnotes]

Thanks for making this! When I am ready for the epic task of learning this in full, this'll be the video I come back to. Keep it up.

[@johndoe-kh9fu]

Looks like ya did it lol

[@tobortine]

You're teaching style is so relaxed and yet confident. Thanks, great video.

[@kevincurran530]

Your cover of this song inspired me to learn more fingerpicking techniques a while back because you made it look so effortless. Please continue to do lessons once in a while! It's like a fun behind-the-scenes glimpse into your covers.

[@RyanTopherr]

Three years later and this video is kil ling it for me. Thanks for making amazing, humble, easy-to-understand tutorials like this for somewhat beginners like me. This blew me away compared to others.

[@gmaildad2087]

Yah I've been playing this song since it came out this kid is a wonderful player and a very good teacher. I don't understand the negative comments at all as a fellow guitarist you should watch and play with better player to get better well done Josh

[@tomriccobono674]

Glad I found you JOsh. Great teacher, great video, great player. I play full time at all the bars in NYC for 30 years. This is a huge help. Videos like this. Thank You.

[@gabrielkarpati2471]

I'm blown away by your absolute perfection, and your patient teaching. I'm learning it faxilime from you, chord by chord, finger by finger. THANK YOU!

[@stefanopisoni4155]

go for that! One of the best tutorial I ever see. I do appreciate the green rectangular box on the chords while going.. great feature

[@garrysmythe]

Josh you are a credit to your parents, the way you share your gift of music with others less fortunate, like me, Im a 67 year old fart who loves singing and playing guitar , but I am lucky enough so be so gifted as to be equally rubbish on both, I have recently watched your video on the zoom mic and have just bought the zoom h2n so heres hoping, thanks again from Garry in the UK

[@hypnoraythompson5824]

Hi Josh, you have just taught a 68 year old a new trick. Thank you.

[@richardhumby8704]

Thanks Josh for taking the time. Been fiddling with this great song for years, time to fiddle some more!

[@imannonymous7707]

You wont find a more accurate transcription than this. Its impeccable as is his cover.. Outstanding

[@DrGoatLips]

I've learned a lot of songs on KZbin and can honestly say that this is one of the best tutorial videos Iv'e ever watched. thanks Josh!

[@kenbrown9433]

Thanks so much for taking the time to show all of the intricacies of playing the song . . .

[@illuminotmereloaded6896]

Dude this has helped so much. Anybody who was trying to finger pick based on ear and feeling, I would recommend following what Josh says here is the oldest trick in the book. It does the work for you. Still working on all those walk downs. I feel that high e string G7 hammer on and pull off and the one in the F (shapes) are most important. Anyway, thanks again for this!

[@gregt4202]

I've been playing this song for a lot of years and still picked up a trick off this video. It just shows there is always more to learn. Thanks.

[@gerin5297]

I know this is years old but your cover inspired me to learn this song and cover it myself. And not only do you have, in my opinion, the best cover on youtube of this song, but also the best lesson on the beautiful guitar part

[@ericevans9507]

Thank you very much for this lesson. Your playing and singing are absolutely perfect. I wish you many years of success.

[@davidcraig413]

Thanks Josh, will give it a try. Writing from Buenos Aires, Argentina. Always great to see you and Carson play in KZbin, hope have a chance to see you live some day.

[@donaldsavage3699]

Hey Josh,, here I am back after 3 years pass,, feeling the same way about your work.... Absolutely amazing!

[@harkening1]

my take was how simple and concise. I never got lost in your tutorial and found your manner natural and regular,. Not stilted and pretentious as with me. I wanted to say this was the easiest to follow guitar lesson I have seen. so w-what was my surprise when I read some of the slighting comments.

[@jfq722]

That looks like a first wave (pre 2006) Martin D1 - I have one of those myself....love it. Nice lesson!

[@judiroth7855]

I am tone deaf but love good music as part of my life. Listening to and watching you is a joy. I am going to try this. ❤️👏⭐️🌈

[@jessicapreston9808]

You are an incredible guitar player and this is a beautiful rendition. With that said, this is so hard! I’m gonna keep practicing and I will revisit this lesson in a month or so :)

[@Nick-ut2zh]

Literally subscribed because you said “No tabs, though. I Just don’t like em.” I like your style haha. Great tutorial.

[@kaitee3766]

Hold my beer! Jokes aside, thank you very mutch Josh. No seriously, when I first heard you with Carson, you had me. You both feel what you are doing. That is so inspiring that I pulled out my Neligan and started playing again after years. What can I say, it was the best decision I've made in years. Keep it up, you are outstanding.

[@matswingmo4303]

You are the man Josh. Excellent tutorial, easy to understand clear and concise. Keep it coming.

[@donaldsavage3699]

this is a five star video and very good teaching techniques, keep up the good work!

[@budandbean1]

Hey, thanks for the lesson Josh. Sure hope you are doing well in NY, love that new guitar you have... Nice to hear you man, take care!

[@papopoprostu]

I am not sure if it`s you or the song, or the combination but you calmed me down with this lesson. I will learn it some day but for now. Thank you sir.

[@blancaescalera1224]

Best lesson on this song. Accessible for anyone who wants to give it a go! Take no notice on all the negative comments...they're just jealous! You're very talented!

[@Lahtineen]

Awesome lesson Josh. Love that ole´strumming E7 at the end. It really gives an extra touch to an already perfect version of this song.

[@gregoryginterdaele2706]

You are a brilliant teacher, singer… it seems so easy. And your voice is booom.

[@tomlovato]

Both helpful and illuminating! Thanks! I watch you and your friends, and you always play my favorites from the 60's and 70's.

[@rrdavila153]

Thank You For Sharing Your Artistry With So Many - My Son Plays and I am going to share this with Him once Again Thank You Young Josh and God Bless You on Your Musical Journey......

[@geraldmisrahi3617]

Excellent guitariste, excellent chanteur, et maintenant excellent pedagogue ! Bravo !

[@mikebaron2062]

Thank you for this excellent well-done tutorial. It's great that you took the time to share your knowledge with us. And you are a great easy to follow teacher!

[@joejoyce692]

Mike Baron is that supposed to be a translation? 😂😂

[@bigbearjohn]

Josh, you are a GOD> I adore you and the way you play. Never saw on of your tutorials before. Man, YOU ROCK!!!!! Plus your voice couldn't be any better. Wish you tried out for American Idol or the Voice.

[@GuitarSongsMasters]

I watched your original video of Don't Think Twice like 25+ times. This lesson just made my day!

[@MXanderT]

This video is gold. I love that recording you guys did so much, thanks for the tutorial and taking the time out!

[@scriptr1tr]

This is the best training video I have ever seen. Great teacher.

[@richardbusson5903]

Great job all the way around! Playing, singing, teaching...... all nice and clear. Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!!!!!!!!!!

[@paintbox48]

Fabulous demo and lesson. Love all the embelishments you show to basic strum/pick of song. Really admire all the stuff you do with Carson and friends. Cheers.

[@michaelpattison7712]

Delightful. Don't think I've seen a clearer lesson. Thanks!

[@billcharles9998]

As usual, the best lesson around. I hope you have one soon, if not already, on "Sittin' On Top of the World".

[@LuckyMitzi]

You're Awesome Josh, I wish I met you 40 years ago...God bless.

[@beaumorris5289]

You've blown me away since I first started watching you.. Good job Bro...

[@ztolle15]

You're a great player man. Very clean. Thanks for the vid and dope beach cruiser in the background!

[@Valessa9]

Thanks Josh. Really enjoyed your playing and your straightforward teaching style.

[@Pedersons1]

Hey Josh, thanks for this video!! You take music that sounds nearly super-human and bring it down to an understandable mortal level. I'll watch this about 200 times so that I can learn all that you've packed in (I'm a bit of a slower learner). Appreciate you taking the time to teach this arrangement.

[@STETTRACE]

Oh!!!!! Also: I just got tickets to see Dylan at the Tower theater outside Philadelphia!!!! November 12 2017.Not a bad seat in the house!! But I am pretty close anyway!! That’s how I came across this. I was brushing up on my Dylan. Thanks again brother. Peace.

[@Robutube1]

Nope, not a clue yet again, but captivated just the same. Is this what musical alchemy looks like? Pure green!!

[@tonybrook7768]

Many thanks Josh, you're a genius, I had known the chords for ages, but just couldn't suss out the picking pattern and overlay. Love this song, and now I can play it properly, though not as well as you. Respect.

[@denisnagy3378]

Geez Josh you've come so so far Sir, remember about 10-12 yrs ago one of your videos was "busted bicycle" from Leo Kotke tuned about 3 steps down....You absolutely nailed it then and you've just gotten better and better. You and The Other Favourites are fantastic.... the real thing!.... Lets get COVID 19 behind us and start touring again! Cheers eh from Canada!

[@doctrot]

you are a very good teacher, no wasted words and so well broken down thanks

[@maartnnn0507]

Excelent step by step lesson! I got here because of Billy Strings, the version you and your friend (sorry forgot his name) is amazingly well done as well! Thanks for the clear step by step presentation! Been practicing for an hour and its really coming together now! Couldn't have done without!

[@stir_stick]

Gosh this is just an epic tune... I would count this as a major accomplishment to learn. It really suits your voice as well. Thanks for the lesson, awesome as usual Josh!

[@hetedeleambacht6608]

good tutorial fantastic! The bass pick thumb index middle finger explanation was the thing i needed...!!

[@normsky5504]

I've been playing this wrong for years, thank you.

[@1974xaviers]

Thanks Josh for your talent and time...much appreciated 👍

[@aliarsalankhan1474]

I loved your cover bud! Must've listened to it about 50 times now. Beautiful classic!

[@gortagnan]

Thanks Josh for a beautiful and superb lesson ..

[@deedeeduncan9347]

What an awesome instructor you are....and omg your guitar playing . Just wow

[@lw216316]

Josh has been blessed with guitar fingers - long and skinny - that makes possible those thumb wraps to press down the low bass E string. For those of us with short fingers the thumb wrap - well, you get the idea. Also, if you are playing a wide neck guitar such as a nylon string classical style guitar it makes the thumb wrap even harder. Maybe someday I'll try to engineer and market some finger extensions but until then trying to substitute a full barre chord is the only solution I have to offer.

[@aluiziogoncalves4609]

Thank you Josh for all music and dedication! God bless you and your friends in music.

[@mitchelldelmar9682]

So appreciate this breakdown of a sentimental favorite. Thank you.

[@trumptorianguard4617]

Josh, thanks very much! You’re an excellent teacher! And I really enjoy all of your performance videos! Thanks

[@PaulvanHuet]

Very clear explanation. Well done sir. You are a excelent guitar teacher. Thanks a lot.

[@luismarioXD]

Josh. I think you're brilliant and very good person. Thank you for your music man.

[@rdigimages9242]

What a great video Josh. I'm forever slowly learning finger style and your tutorials are great and very clear to follow. Your performances and along with your colleagues are also top watches. Keep them coming. A big thanks.

[@boatbuilder1954]

Hey Josh, Been watching your videos for a couple of years and just impressed with your skill in playing and now finally you are showing us how to play. I hope that you can make the time to continue this or maybe even start an online course although I am quit sure that you could make a ton of money professionaly playing rather than teaching and am sure many others really appreciate your teaching us as you are by far the best I have seen here on you tube. Thanks for this video, by the way this is my favorite Dylan song. Dale

[@guidoroosdorp7743]

Listen to you guys an awefull lot lately from the netherlands. I consider myself a good guitar player.. but damn Josh you are just a natural. It took me 2 weeks of 1-2 hours of practicing each day before i managed to play this song. But i would not have been able to figure your version out without this tutorial! thanks for the post. And keep it u. Now im ready to learn your version of Eleanor Rigby I have seen some posts from people who think Josh doesn't do well at teaching / making the turotials, and going to fast. I have something to say about that. This is a hard song to learn how to play. And i think this turorial is perfect for people who actually have the skill and speed to even consider trying to play this. If you could not follow and felt like it went to fast or should be cut in more pieces, then you simply are not ready to play this song yet. You might want to consider something like dust in the wind as a step to get yourself ready for Josh his version of Dont think twice, it's alright.

[@TheJoschimann]

super well explained! i actually like these kind of lessons more than just straight up showing tabs on screen etc. love your stuff, you inspire me

[@gibbs677bg]

I can,t believe you done a tutorial for this one, I'm almost there, just a few bits holding me back:))))) Thank you.

[@Bobywan75]

It's harder than it looks ! And it looks pretty hard ! One day I'll play that song like you. Until then, I'll come back to that video every so often, start learning, and give up.

[@nedlambton6602]

Hey Josh - You are probably too modest to even begin to understand this, but you are one of the world's best guitar players.

[@curtislabrecque1722]

As he calls us all dumb guitar players we keep watching Thanks for a kick ass lesson for us numb... for real.. kick ass

[@jallegar1808]

Thanks for taking the time to do this man! Love this version.

[@friarjeff1602]

I've seen a lot of lessons on this song, but this is my favorite. It would be fine with me if you posted a lot more lessons. Really!!!!

[@derweasel]

I got so involved in this that I missed my train. Love it.

[@daningram3143]

Great job!!!

[@Chicharro11]

Hello Josh! My name is Richi and I'm an amateur guitar player with a lovely Sigma baby Guitar :) I would like to congratulate you for your amazing cover songs and thank you for the tutorials! this was really helpful for me ;) Keep on playing, I will follow you :)

[@Skierrddii8]

Thank you so much for this!!!! I was trying to learn the song from watching your video from 2011 again and again but this was very helpful! Never stop playing!!!

[@michaelmyers4847]

So I recently fell in love with the cover you did of this song and honestly am so grateful I came across you very talented people. I have not been able to stop listening to it, I'm positive you guys will reach super stardom. I especially love the instrumental and was searching and I get an instruction video from you yourself! Very happy great job!

[@tomassailor1339]

It's not very difficult...BUT it is difficult to play it WELL with the refinements...I practice the chords....then practice the picking...taking me long time to be consistent at picking...then putting it together...then learn the refinements like the bass walking.....Learning the picking well will go a long way in learning the Boxer....I remember when the original came out about 1963 tried to play it then but I did not know how to finger pick...Now I do.....Thanks for passing it on

[@jano.e.6063]

Wow what a sound

[@dacomposer]

Great cover. Great lesson. Thank you for posting this!

[@rayaqin]

you make it sound so easy, but just looking at it I feel so intimidated : D

[@fb39371]

I actually learned it.....dam thanks man I always got recommended your couple of lesson vids. But I thought your teaching would be advanced... I was very wrong your a wonderful teacher. At least you can always fall back on that worst case scenario. Love ya buddy

[@lukemorris99]

This was insane to watch. Dude is just insane at guitar this acoustic feel

[@klmorris1269]

thank you Josh. this is one of my favorite top six Johnny Cash songs and one of favorite top four Bob Dylan songs

[@DennisAnthonis]

Very nice lesson indeed. I'm going to learn this now. Thanks for posting Josh!

[@anom3778]

wow thanks josh, was looking forward to this. it was clear and concise.

[@merickel1]

Screw the thumbs down. This is great.