How to play 'California Dreamin' by The Mamas And Papas

[@thomaskinney6315]

Great song. Great teacher. Nobody does it better. Thank you.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Thomas - much appreciated! Shane

[@thebrotherhood6391]

Just found your videos and your enthusiasm is contagious. I broke my right hand in several places a few years back and basically quit playing guitar because of the frustration of not being able to use my hand like I could before but after stumbling upon your videos and watching a couple of them and seeing how much fun you was having I just had to join in and so I picked up my guitar for the 1st time in 3 or 4 years and played along with you, well I tried anyways. But I will definitely be watching and playing again. Thank you very much

[@rodkajun]

Want to learn the easy way

[@rodkajun]

Play cords with bar chords or inspiration

[@austinartist0608]

Great lesson. Authentic sounding chords and strumming. But your eyes at 32:17 is my fav part. You are a fantastic guitar instructor! Thanks for posting.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks for that - very glad you enjoyed. Cheers! Shane

[@EdHeinzelman]

I really appreciate your personal and personable approach to learning songs...and being realistic about each person's ability or desire to playing.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Ed - very encouraging. Cheers, Shane

[@wsavage3696]

I love 7 chords 😊 And this song is a great song!! Grew up listening to this one ❣️

[@GuitarAtWork]

Absolutely - so luscious - Cheers, Shane

[@judithordakowski2532]

You are so right about learning to play the song first, and then work on the intro. Otherwise you might get discouraged because the intro is always much more difficult! Great Lesson Shane😁💥❤️

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Judith - you’re absolutely right. My best to you. Cheers, Shane

[@algebra-ic]

Distinction between practicing and playing... wow... seems like I'm always PRACTICING. I practice, ad nauseum, until I learn the song well, then I move on to another song, quickly underestimating how soon I forget the previous one. Then I have to go back and practice those previous ones. I have to switch my mindset to PLAY more. Thanks for that subtle tidbit.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Anthony. Great idea to protect your repertoire by doing run throughs on a regular basis. Best to you and thanks for being here! Shane

[@michaelp8856]

Shane - besides teaching a song - which a lot of others do, you are teaching me so many other things about being a more rounded guitar player - you are a great teacher - that's what i'm here for with your channel. all the best blessings - michael

[@richardlynch5632]

Great tune. Thanks Shane😎👍❤🖖

[@GuitarAtWork]

It sure is - thank you Richard - always happy to hear from you. Spring is right around the corner lad. Shane

[@josephescalante3147]

Great lesson! I really appreciate the variations you throw in to spice up the songs. Really adds to the enjoyment of learning, something for all levels.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Joseph - glad you enjoyed. Always fun-Shane

[@paullavallee1631]

I don't need a metronome when I play along Shane, I just watch you bop! , great tune and thanks for the lesson

[@GuitarAtWork]

Fabulous - thanks Paul, have fun with it. Shane

[@dioscelto]

One of my favorites!! Been waiting for this one!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Did - hope you enjoy and have fun with it. Happy to have you here with us, Shane

[@KenToney]

My Beat Buddy delivered today, thanks for suggestion!!

[@GuitarAtWork]

That's fabulous Ken - you will enjoy!

[@MN-qr2zi]

Wow!! This was such an amazing video!! Thank you for posting this, great work and love the enthusiasm. I loved your bit about improvising the blues scale, so cool & informative!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you - very glad you enjoyed. Cheers! Shane

[@chrisbergonzi7977]

Great stuff Shane...as always....thanks pal...

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Chris - all the best with it. Cheers, Shane

[@judithordakowski2532]

What a Beautiful Song Indeed! I’m an old sixties gal and I Love it! Thank-you so Much Shane! You’re the Best😁

[@michaelp8856]

Shane - i just stumbled upon your channel when i was looking up Gordon Lightfoot If You Could Read My Mind..and then found California Dreamin. I really enjoy your style of teaching - i'm an intermediate and find my experience learning with you super encouraging. Thanks for making it not too easy and not too hard. all the best. you are a gifted teacher.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Michael - very glad you are enjoying. My best to you! Shane

[@cjsullivan8780]

One of my favorites...thank for that!!! Hope you (and the puppy!) are doing well!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you CJ - happy to hear from you. All is well with puppy Jack and I - hope all good with you and yours - and…hope your knee is ok! Shane

[@be.kind.to.animals]

Great lesson. Love your beautiful Taylor guitar. You are a pleasure to watch, amazing skills.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Heather - I'm very fortunate to have that guitar - I really love it. So glad to have you here and happy to know you are enjoying. Cheers, Shane

[@hubertlavelle7554]

Thank you so much for helping us beginners with all your work .Best wishes from uk

[@Guillermosli]

Thank you very much for all your effort.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Guillermo - I really appreciate that. So glad you enjoy. Happy to have you here, Shane

[@philcrowley1344]

Shane, you are my favorite instructor on KZbin. Super informative and inspiring. Thanks for all you do.

[@GuitarAtWork]

That’s SO great - a big thank you Phil - glad to have you here. Cheers! Shane

[@christineriley1295]

Really love your tutorials Shane, learning a lot from you and definitely improving. Thanks!

[@michaelworse6034]

This is so perfect, so beautiful…, I‘m speechless. Thanks so much Shane …!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Michael / very glad you enjoyed! Shane

[@wallymurray620]

Hey Shane, great song choice, super video. Every time a new one shows up I wonder and hope my hands are soon ready to get back at it. 7 weeks till we return to the great white north and hopefully get back to playing. Thanks again for these Shane.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Wally - I always appreciate your encouragement - so much fun to make these videos and to hear from people who are enjoying them. My best to you from the frigid capital! Shane

[@jimmythenoo365]

I say again. Brilliant format. I look forward to your lessons. Your videos encouraged me to buy the drum machine. I'm now getting nearer to buying one of those loopers. Great fun.

[@GuitarAtWork]

A big thank you Mark - such encouraging feedback. My best to you and let's have fun with it, Shane

[@ronaldpapa8182]

Another great lesson, Thanks!!

[@ebkp50]

Shane you still are the best my man Many many thanks sir…Gods Blessings

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Keith - always happy to hear from you man. Cheers! Shane

[@t9620]

One of my favorites. Thanks! 🙏🎸

[@GuitarAtWork]

Super! Thanks T - have fun with it, Shane

[@multitalentedboy1]

Hey Shane !, I’ve learned at least 6 songs thanks to your videos, love your spirit sir !

[@GuitarAtWork]

That’s SO great Raghav - thanks for being here and letting me know. My best to you! Shane

[@karencrawford9983]

You are such a great teacher! Great method and love the best buddy!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Karen - glad you’re enjoying! Shane

[@tworoaddogs]

Thanks for the heads up on the looper. That was awesome. I’m going to grab one.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Glad to hear it. It’s fabulous! Shane

[@jakeminor1967]

Masterful instruction garners big thanks!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Jake - all the best with it! Shane

[@LMacNeill]

My list of songs I want to learn grows ever longer, and it's entirely your fault. 😉🤣😂 Seriously, though, those songsheets through Patreon, combined with your instructional style, really makes it fun to learn new songs. I've only been playing for a bit over 2 months now, and I can't play a single one of your songs all the way through yet -- not without stopping at most of the chord changes -- but I can picture myself actually one day being good enough to play along at full speed. Luckily it's fun watching and following along with your videos, and each time I do I get a tiny bit better. Thanks! 🙂

[@GuitarAtWork]

That’s fabulous - a big thank you for putting all of that out there - it really helps. My very best to you, Shane

[@davidmahon9076]

This is a great song and well taught, thanks Shane 👍

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you David - glad you enjoyed! Shane

[@davidshort5947]

This is a great song. Nicely done.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks David - glad you enjoyed, Shane

[@jamesmccarthy5727]

There are a few good tutorials of this song on here, but once again Shane’s is the best .

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you James - much appreciated. Cheers, Shane

[@russhowe1092]

Lovely song, well coached Shane. Your usual enthusiastic self. Appreciate you sharing your skills.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Russ - you’ve been here all along the way and I appreciate you man! Shane

[@dazsmith4022]

Love your attitude Gives me hope Thanksfor your work.

[@martinnilsen4763]

So excellent!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Martin - I’m very happy to have you here with us and glad you enjoyed. Cheers! Shane

[@williambrown6721]

I got up at 4:30 to start my day! Open up my phone and I seen your video, you sure know how to start the day off great my friend. I was really getting into Your music tapping my feet against the floor lol..👍 very awesome!!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you, William. I really appreciate that - I hope you have fun with it and my very best to you. Cheers, Shane.

[@williambrown6721]

@@GuitarAtWork 👍 thank you sir for putting a smile on people's face's during these hard times 🙂

[@rick423]

Great Job Shane , glad you got around to doing this one. As always great energy and attention to detail. Looking fwd to putting some time in on it.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Rick - so glad to hear from you - I remember you mentioning this one long ago when we were doing lessons - Best, Shane

[@darrenrobichaud6442]

Great channel you're running here! Thanks for sharing the knowledge my Friend.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Darren - glad you enjoyed! Shane

[@darrenrobichaud6442]

Fellow Canadian here cheers from New Brunswick!

[@louislabarber6253]

Excellent lesson as always.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Louis - always appreciated. Cheers, Shane

[@windrider65]

Thanks Shane, I'm going to learn this one as soon as my finger heals completely. Dr told me that playing guitar will be great therapy as soon as they take the pin out of my finger. Take care of yourself and your family. From Charlie

[@GuitarAtWork]

Yikes - sounds painful Charlie. Take best care and thanks for being here. Shane

[@windrider65]

@@GuitarAtWork it really doesn't hurt, I did some nerve damage, so it's numb. Only time will tell if I get feeling back. I just hope I get full function back.

[@steverichardson9133]

Love it. Great song and instruction.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Steve - much appreciated. Cheers! Shane

[@alex_the_esl_master]

man your presentation is something! makes me instantly subscribe to whatever follows! 👏

[@uspsdaveable]

I’ve been playing this song for years , could never get the chord progression in the solo….finally. Great lesson

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Dave - glad it helped you. Cheers, Shane

[@mrmnms]

Great lesson , very thorough

[@barryemerson3526]

Awesome song. Love the play alongs.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Barry - great feedback. Cheers! Shane

[@dukeofearl4117]

Thanks Shane, I’m a Patreon supporter and I just had to come over to KZbin to give you a thumbs up. I really like the E7sus4 chord.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Giant thank you lad - it really does help. Hope all is well. Cheers, Shane

[@ebkp50]

Yes it’s beautiful isn’t it 🎼🎸

[@tonyt9863]

Love the videos, please keep doing your thing, the energy is great. You make it look so easy I think I can play anything, that is until I try 😊

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Tony - that’s fabulous. Happy to have you here with us. Cheers! Shane

[@T82306]

You sir have a gift for teaching. Thank you for posting this! ...where is my capo?

[@richardroe6177]

Absolutely love your videos!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Richard - very glad to have you here! Shane

[@Jonny_Bravo60]

The LOOPER - OMG, this changed my life! I can have a chord pattern going on and do the scales and lead guitar, like I saw you do on 'California Dream'n (which I was HORRIBLE at,...probably still am, but I "believe" I'm getting much better - LOL!). Thank you for the advise!!

[@johnvancedar5354]

Super song Shane…and thanks from Honolulu.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Johnny - OMG you're traveling again? Lucky! I recall you have family there. Enjoy! Shane

[@kierandoylemusic1300]

awesome lesson - thank you 🙏

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Kieran - have fun with it! Shane

[@hepgeoff]

Thanks for the great tutorial! I bought a BeatBuddy Mini 2 and didn't really care for it. I may get the regular BeatBuddy, though, because it's more modifiable and you can add drum beats for specific songs.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Geoff - very glad you enjoyed. Many people tell me they have the mini and are very happy with it. But if you want the programmability, the full version will definitely be the way to go. Cheers, Shane

[@mikeaaron2819]

Too much caffeine today is right! Otherwise brilliant as per usual friend. I like the way you said we can peck away at the introduction too. Funny that was.

[@bbfeign1]

excellent , thank you

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks for that - glad you enjoyed. Cheers, Shane

[@markmartin3221]

Cool lesson, sounds real tight, I have a Martin that looks like your Taylor so get a little farther away from your desk, then I’ll be able to focus 😅 a whole lot better 🎉🎉🎉🎉😊

[@GuitarAtWork]

Ha! Thanks Mark - I noticed that too. Dangerously close to the desk. Got lucky and didn’t bang it. Not a single ding in this 2019 Taylor 814CE. Cheers, Shane

[@billffitch1787]

Well, Shane, I’ve been playing this song for years, (‘cause I’m old enuf to remember when it dropped the first time ‘round) but it was a joy to hear you ‘splain it so effortlessly, like a conversation between the seasoned player and the eager student…I think you’re going to do well with this channel…though imma kinda late to the party ! Liked the explanation of not choking the neck, like a bat, or in Canada, like a hockey stick😊🇨🇦

[@GuitarAtWork]

Hey thank you Bill - very encouraging indeed. My best to you lad! Shane

[@Goodtimes523]

New to your channel and loving it!

[@guitarTennisCarHomeFixFlying]

Love the detail

[@danquinsey6493]

Thanks for another great lesson Shane. Of all the teachers on KZbin, I find your lessons the most enjoyable. Your enthusiasm is really contagious and you make learning new songs really fun. I was wondering if you have any 'scales for beginners' lessons in the pipeline? I feel like I would learn them much quicker with a teacher like you!

[@elsondeassiscosta9831]

Simplesmente maravilhoso ensino

[@be.kind.to.animals]

Thanks for sharing the bb pattern you picked. Fyi I bought a bb mini 2 at Xmas using your promo code 😃🎶

[@GuitarAtWork]

That's great Heather - glad to hear you picked one up. I absolutely love mine. Cheers, Shane

[@uspsdaveable]

just a suggestion when playing the Am at the beginning of the flute solo, lift your index finger off the C note while strumming you'll hit the B note and hit the D note with your little finger, sounds complicated but its not.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Dave - great idea. Cheers, Shane

[@Siesa-r3b]

You are great! Thanks You!

[@paulaheitmann]

Thank you Shane for teaching so efficiently, can you teach us how to play Dream a Little Dream of Me from the Mamas & Papas please?

[@user-iamRobinV68]

Oldie but goodie!

[@GuitarAtWork]

For sure Robin - best to you, Shane

[@joseernestodelgadillo5859]

Excelente canción 👌

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Jose - my best to you! Shane

[@boxcarb.johnson733]

Hello Shane, I love your channels. I am a completely blind guitar player, and I am wondering if the beat buddy and the looper pedal are accessible, or can be used by a person who is completely blind. I am interested in both products, and would like to find out if they would be useful for me. You are a phenomenal guitar player, and I’ve learned so much from your channels. Thank you so much for what you do and if you can provide any information, it would be truly helpful. Peace and many blessings from the blind guy.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Boxcar - so glad to hear you are loving it - super! I am no authority on whether or not you could use the Beatbuddy with your situation there. In order to choose settings etc you have to read the screen. I'm guessing you have people around you who could help? My best to you, Shane

[@captainphillips142]

Keep it up! Love your videos they have helped increase not only my technique, but also my library of music. A great challenge for one guitar would be Extreme’s “ More than words” , any chance of a play through of that song in the future? Regardless I truly appreciate your work and time. Cheers!

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks for that - so glad you are enjoying - I always have fun making these videos and it's super to hear from people who are enjoying them. Great song suggestion - I will absolutely be doing that song at some point for sure. Cheers! Shane

[@keithvance3352]

Great Stuff

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Keith! Shane

[@chrisunderhill3739]

Shane . .on "California Dreamin" could I get the same drum effects from a "Beat Buddy Mini" ? Like everyone else here - - great tutorials

[@GuitarAtWork]

Hi Chris - thanks for that. You can definitely use a BeatBuddy Mini. Fabulous indeed. Best to you. Shane

[@chrisunderhill3739]

@@GuitarAtWork Thanks Shane - will it sound as in the video (except for my poor guitar style)

[@GuitarAtWork]

@@chrisunderhill3739 yes - will sound the same if you use the Blues 1 setting. Cheers, Shane

[@drpullyrtooyh]

Really great, have you done Creeque Alley?

[@alaindimelow8688]

Top as always

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thank you Alain - glad to have you here. Cheers! Shane

[@frankcompagnone8550]

Your a fantastic facilitator.. thanks much. You talk a lot but it's all about making it happen correctly.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Frank - glad you enjoyed. Cheers, Shane

[@schumann967]

Ive been wanting to learn id love to change the world by ten years after and patients by guns and roses forever but i will be taking a look at this for now thanks

[@transformer889]

This dude needs to cut down on coffee, great song good teacher

[@kerenben-noon4221]

As usual great lesson, please please teach joan baez song "diamonds and rust".🙏

[@ShayneKeefer]

Suggestion: El Camino by Amos Lee

[@jeffshull]

Shane, I've been thinking about the possibility of purchasing the 814ce. Can you tell me what you like about the guitar? I currently own a 314ce, a Martin CEO 7, and a mahogany baby Taylor. I will appreciate your input. I can send you my email if you would prefer not to comment on a public forum. Thank you for your tutorials!

[@sdriza]

Did you get it?. I bought the 816ce Builder's Edition and I absolutely love it.... I've got a 414ce, but the 8xx series is fantastic

[@dougmckernan8580]

I always heard and sang "I began to pray" Just found out it was the original Lyrics, and was sung wrong on the album. Also, "The preacher lights the coals" which make more sense- with "Knows I going to stay"

[@flylippfantom8425]

I like your CCR how about another. Who'll Stop The Rain

[@Bill-vy3fx]

Do most guitar players use tabs or sheet music?

[@ОлегПетров-э9к]

Спасибо

[@KenToney]

I have a request, The Circle is Small by Gordon Lightfoot

[@GuitarAtWork]

Great suggestion Ken - thanks for that. Love Lightfoot. Cheers, Shane

[@keithholyoake322]

“Too much caffeine” lol

[@GuitarAtWork]

Ha! Believe it or not I've actually cut my caffeine in half - I may need to give it up completely - ugh! Shane

[@keithholyoake322]

Found your comment amusing as you are full on enthusiastic and committed. I enjoy your KZbin lessons as you make them easy to follow and are perfect for me (a recently retired enthusiast who is enjoying guitar again after 30+ years). Trying to learn something new every day whether it is a new favourite song or technique - I have 4 guitars, 2 Faith acoustics and Gretsch Electromatic and Fender Telecaster. Now I have the gear I need to make use of it all!

[@GuitarAtWork]

@@keithholyoake322 that’s fabulous Keith. Keep at it! Shane

[@stevecagle5353]

Would help if u put chords at the btm of the screen rather than callem out so we can see what's coming up...would make a smoother transition...just an idea....can't always hear u over my playing...what can I say I'm half deef lol

[@stevepope5484]

When

[@TheOverlordOfProcrastination]

Guitar sounds beautiful. Like a 12 string….

[@bryanodriscoll2123]

Beginner here. I can fully sympathise with your comment that you don't learn how to play the F chord by avoiding songs that have the F chord! It's been torture for me because I have small hands.

[@GuitarAtWork]

Thanks Bryan - keep at it! Shane

[@tedscott1478]

You've got really scary eyes ! I can't watch this...

[@GuitarAtWork]

🤪

[@tvark75]

You are talking a lot.