Homeskoolin Volume 15, Tom Bukovac, “Another Contest?”

[@TwoMuleBlues]

This is literally the only place on the internet where the comment section isn't a soup sandwich of negative shit. Great community.

[@user-pl7lr5dn8q]

shut up. (sorry couldnt help it lolz)

[@KelsterVonShredster]

I have never....ever....literally scrolled through every single video on the channel to make sure I havn't missed anything....until now.

[@juandaru2112]

for real!! now i gotta go thumb down somebody's comment real quick! =D

[@jasonkeaton5140]

me too! I have to go back to ensure Im getting all the wisdom!

[@misteranderson59]

We need to get on the phone with the folks over at Rolling Rock and get Tom a well-deserved endorsement deal.

[@brightboydesigns8325]

And a t-shirt too!

[@antimilklogan]

@misteranderson59 man, that would be some wholesome advertising. I’ve never been a fan of Rolling Rock, but I’m about to give it another try lol

[@freddymclain]

at least a guided tour of the brewery...

[@simonvanderheijden432]

Testify!

[@mattbiffamusicsupervisionshizz]

Hi Tom, I'm the music supervisor on "Afterlife", thanks for your kind comments... Your show is my new favourite, I find it super inspiring, first time I've started learning in YEARS, so thanks for that too.... all the best xx

[@501chorusecho]

Man i LOVE your song choices for that show...they are absolutely DEADLY. Nice work my friend. You are killing it. Thanks for the kind words regarding my channel...take care mate!

[@mattbiffamusicsupervisionshizz]

501chorusecho Ah, thanks so much, little Tommy B... like all the best things, it’s very much a collaboration and a joy to work on... I also did “The End Of The F**king World” and “Sex Education” on Netflix, do give those a spin if you have the time... meanwhile, I’m getting back to those organ triads and really enjoying playing again... all the best xx

[@wolverine3344]

Buk, you’ll be pleased to know last night in a live lesson for Guitar Tricks a top spokesperson and star of their ad campaign @Mike Olekshy was asked ( by me) about your recent KZbin stardom and well deserved fandom, and he immediately chimed in and recommended you to the 50 or 60 students and called you “YODA” of Guitar, boasting your values. Many kudos my friend Brother Buk!

[@THEItchybruddah]

* WOLVERINE * “There is no try... Only Buk!”

[@shanedeel2]

I really enjoy learning on guitar tricks site

[@wolverine3344]

@@shanedeel2 right on Shane. Mike seemed defensive that he's the poster child for the site, and said GT is way too aggressive on their YT ads. I told him I'd much rather see their ads than random different stuff. my regular instructor though is Dave Celentano who's amazing in his own right. Cheers.

[@wolverine3344]

@@THEItchybruddah dude that's awesome, ... Yoda speak, it is. ;-)

[@TravisHY]

Fucking eh so that's where Mike is!! Shit, man. It's been a decade or two.

[@nelsonw2096]

"There must be some other guitar channel you can watch." Dead solid perfect. The Internet is a big place. If someone doesn't like this part, there are many others...

[@bechbox802]

This channel is the best thing on the internet right now!!

[@bertgetner9397]

Tom, you have a great memory. I admire that in a man. Have a good weekend. Catch ya next week.

[@kellywendlandt3940]

Tom: I had no idea who you were a couple weeks ago but I have been watching these videos daily and it's really changed my perspective (and made me better I think) at guitar. Your video's have shown me how much I suck at guitar but your perspective also gives me hope. Be the best player you can be and keep improving. I have found your Senn Guitar video and I consider that one of the prettiest and killer guitar playing of all time. And I don't say that lightly. Your a bad man. Kelly

[@alexbostelle287]

When this pandemic is in the rearview, I for one will look back with great fondness on these timely videos, thanks! It reminds me of Robin Williams in the movie Good Morning Vietnam just doing his part keeping our spirits idling and uplifted till the shit passes.

[@drew12thman]

Awesome content. Inspiring me to play with renewed energy and focus my practice. yesterday I finally agreed to a garage jam with my sister who plays fiddle in a touring band. We might be onto something. thanks a lot Tom.

[@FaceMelter328]

Tom, I can't thank you enough for all of the inspiration you pass my way man. I primarily play bass, but you have motivated me to dust off the ol' 6 string and start practicing on it a lot more. I appreciate the golden nuggets you share with us in a way unlike any others do here on the Web. p.s. You should drop that Paypal info in each video so we can easily send you some 🍻 and 🍞 money.

[@papaw2937]

Hey Bukovac, the tone of this vid sounds like a 'prelude to goodbye' . If so, just know that the quality of the content you have posted will challenge and skool me far into the future. I appreciate it. When this cloud of Corona dissipates and we all get to figuring out what the next normal is, may You live long and prosper Sir 👊

[@altbouch]

That's what Buck Dharma did on "Don't Fear The Reaper"… Then we doubled it with a clavinette!

[@501chorusecho]

did you play that kick ass drum track on "burnin for you"? so awesome

[@altbouch]

@@501chorusecho I played drums and sang backgrounds on that, plus I was the main mixer, so I did make the kick sound better than it had a right to!

[@501chorusecho]

Albert Bouchard haha.....love it. We played that in my first band....11 or 12 years old....such great shit. You are the man

[@zellarecords6195]

Yes, a Saturday jam from “Session Man” can’t thank you enough for all the videos!! Please don’t stop the videos!!

[@goranlarsson1430]

I second that and, Tom, your guitaryoda-ism is the most refreshing guitar-thing on YT in a long time.

[@VintageWoodWorkshop]

Haven’t tried rolling rock in about 25 years so time to get a case and dig into one of your backing tracks. Thanks for your videos brother! They mean a lot to all of us!

[@ndothager]

Tom, your little lessons are like learning from an artist who paints with fine brushes. Most lessons you get, the teacher paints with large brushes. It's the details that make the difference.

[@jg0r]

You are the coolest guitar player ever. Glamour Profession! Contests! Amazing playing and advice!

[@SD_UK]

We started watching 'Afterlife' - S1 this weekend also - Jeez ..talk about tears and laughter. Incredible TV.

[@pathackett3958]

Steve Khan has two great books that have been out for years, Chord Khancepts and Pentatonic Khancepts, plus another 335 user.

[@jimswainston]

Also his Wes transcriptions

[@dagoat1]

Glamour profession is the best song for any driving! And yes Steve Khan is a monster. What a guitar player!

[@dangledstash]

Glamour Profession is one of my absolute favorite tracks of all time! People often forget or dismiss Gaucho, but it’s got some incredible tracks and playing. PS- you’ve been an absolute inspiration to me lately, man. You, to me, are the Bukowski of session guitarists and I mean that as a definite compliment.

[@JanLarsenFredriksen]

"But you can't be slaggin' my favourite beer man" Have a great weekend Tom. And, enjoy a beer or two :-)

[@WillyKidd]

Jan Larsen Fredriksen a man and his beer will not be torn apart.

[@nooneislistening]

Those first few chords were all I needed to hear. Incredible.

[@LightenupandshootMikey]

"You can't be slaggin' on my favorite beer, man...there must be some other guitar channel you could be watching, my friend"

[@relyt0011223344]

I have spent so much time learning the intros to these videos. I’m trying so hard to absorb what youre putting out. This is gold! So many new ways to approach these chords!

[@WillyKidd]

Looking forward to jamming over a loop for this, and when this quarantine ends I'm going to the store to grab a few Rolling Rock -- haven't had one in a minute. It's a fantastic beer! Thanks Tom, as always.

[@blackstratblues]

Thanks for doing these lessons Tom. I think the best part of these contests is we get hipped to so many great players who we may have not come cross otherwise. It's amazing what a great community you've managed to build in such a short time. Also the guest appearances by kids are such a cool bonus, it's good to know as a musician dad trying to find some time to sit with the guitar, I'm not alone :)

[@chrisvantassel8867]

XTS makes GREAT stuff!! Greg and Barry are good peeps! and wire boards like no other.

[@garybird4062]

Love JRAD Chris! The Dude brings great joy to me when I play. Hope you guys are doing ok in the quarantine.

[@DreaNEO]

Whatching again for the ×# time...THANKS BUK!!!

[@kylecravens8052]

Very cool. Contacted XTS just yesterday about some work!

[@Guitarrulez]

These are allllll so good Tom, thank you much! You should consider a short “live” lesson brother...I think youd be great at interacting live with your students 😉

[@freddymclain]

''Mamma's little baby likes shortnin' bread?' that's one that i hadn't considered covering, but it would make a GREAT DANCE TUNE with the right rhythm section.

[@johncaban5731]

Tom, so digging your channel. Really just what I/we needed in these trying no gig/work times. Brought back even more needed love n respect for the instrument and the art of practicing. Never had an issue with working on the art form, but you’ve made it even more inspiring and creative. Also, Big Big +1 on Steve Khan’s playing on Gaucho, his solo albums and his Eyewitness band. Been into him for a good long time. Totally sweet cat too. Met him at a birthday party for a mutual friend in nyc. I was introduced to him and we chatted guitar, tone and life for a good 1/2hr or so. Killer player, killer band and most of all a great and very humble person, much like yourself. Thanks so much again for the inspiration. ✌🏽🙏🏽🤘🏽 ps - always loved the Green 33!

[@johncaban5731]

Steve Khan - Eyewitnesses - Guy Lafleur - kzbin.info/www/bejne/gH-6f3V3i7SSfM0

[@ericbrewerguitar1499]

I’m doing the contest this time, missed it the first time around!! Thanks Tom!

[@MrJEnright21]

Love the jam. Spend 15-20 min talking through your guitar collection with us? Keep the great vids coming

[@JasonHobbsGuitarist]

Chapters 00:00 - Intro jam 00:48 - Clavinet-like Strat / Buck Dharma 01:34 - Don't Fear the Reaper 01:56 - XTS Contest 02:44 - XTS Modded Tremolo 04:00 - XTS Contest cont. 06:04 - Steve Khan - Gamour Profession 07:50 - String bending 10:10 - Private chat

[@wadecooley]

Hey Tom. Love your playing and actually learn some stuff Great songs but like any song it's the vocals Your yakety yak is the best part of your show. Thanks for doing this

[@bluespower1961]

Jeez, I feel like a moron! I thought you stopped at Corona 22. Did not know you changed name. Im pumped. Even when you go off on your stories, im totally captivated. I cant get over your command of the guitar. How you go from one idea to the next so effortlessly and everything fits perfectly. The faces are the best!! In Ma were in extended lockdown. This blows!

[@sabadoextravaganza]

Since you're a Blue Oyster Cult fan, I'm looking forward to a Cowbell lesson sometime in the near future.

[@gratefulape12]

Can someone post the sheet music for that first? There are limits to what I can pick up by ear.

[@sabadoextravaganza]

@@gratefulape12 cowbellcharts.com I thnk.

[@gratefulape12]

@@sabadoextravaganza phew, panic over.

[@matzac97]

Discovered Steve khan work Thank you Tom 👍👌💪🤘🎶🎶

[@jamujesperandersen8699]

I´ve been so inspired by your playing, attitude and general approach to the guitar lately. Just bought a 335 style guitar inspired by some other videos from you. I better do my homework and attend the competition.

[@CruchyMode]

Love that picking brother - needed this Saturday edition. Thx

[@RossHelmot]

Great to hear Steve Khan get a mention...one of the good guys. I've found him not only to be a great player but so supportive and willing to give. His books are little gems by the way...

[@smokeyjo2444]

The best thing about Tom is he takes the mystery out of why certain things sound really good against certain chords that way it seems like us mere mortals can do the same thing

[@akinfar]

Those chords you opened with reminded me of Bill Evans for some reason so I had to figure them out over that low E - dig it - thanks Tom, rest up - vids comin' at ya ! edit: Also Coltrane's Naima double cool

[@altbouch]

I've been watching your videos. You're starting to get to me. Didn't expect the Buck Dharma reference but I don't hear that in your playing. It's the other stuff, your thought pattern, it's so impressive that you can explain yourself so clearly. I feel I understand not just the guitar but how musical ideas can mash up so perfectly.

[@vhollund]

Glamour Profession Steve Khan on strat Out of this world

[@hummarstraful]

That riff at the beginning is fucking awesome!

[@drumtuber]

Man my brother hipped me to your vids!!! Its KR from vegas great shit man love ya man!!!

[@francisgori5631]

I was a big fan of ‘Eyewitness’, with Steve Kahn, Steve Jordan, and Anthony Jackson.

[@Derrekful]

I so look forward to these😊😊

[@mattjames5104]

So.... i follow all you do and it has eased the burden of the covid . I love the "dont care of the gear thing". BUT, i have fallen in love with my playing again and the challenge before me. Thanks for keeping it coming... my approach to the guitar has changed again? Matt J UK

[@mattjames5104]

PS thanks for making us thinking about major

[@cletussea-ray944]

Buck Dharma rules...highly under rated...along with axe master and prog rock god Alex Lifeson! Thanks for the killer videos Tom

[@neveragainsam9786]

Congrats to the winners!! My plan is to use these lessons in preparation for the next contest during the next pandemic. But let’s hope it doesn’t come to that! Uncle Larry is the best.

[@cliftongolden2]

Great stuff thanks for doing this

[@cgraugaard]

There's a reason Tom's videos have ZERO thumbs down.

[@jasonpitts8395]

If you down vote these videos please hold your head under water for 5 minutes. Thank you.

[@Jimmybishops]

Thanks for all your videos,ive learnt a ton of stuff.oh and watch afterlife outtakes. Hilarious!

[@robertw1871]

Always loved watching BB with the one finger bends, Gilmore.... the grandmaster of snap perfect tune bending... I’ve tried to imitate, have never reached it... has shown me the path to using fast bends to grab 3 or 4 notes per fret though. Pretty efficient if you can hear what your doing fast enough to get the pitch dead on.... get good enough and the guitar doesn’t need tuning, long as it’s flat...

[@jessefillmore]

Tom , I hope you read this comment . First off , Thank you for sharing your talent and knowledge with the rest of us . Thanks for letting to get to know you and your awesome family . David Gilmour is my #1 and it's cool to hear you talk about how much he means to you . Dude , when you talk it's like I'm hearing my cooler , older brother I never had growing up talk lol . You hit on the progressive rock , Steely Dan , Buck Dharma and his awesome guitar lead tone and tons more . When I saw you do the Premier Guitar rig rundown , I was extremely impressed and knew instantly you were one of my fav's . There is a reason you have been on stage with the greats . I remember a quote from David Gilmour that has stuck with me and has helped my solo phasing . David said he plays his solos as though he is singing . "Wish you were here " is a prime example . My name is Jesse btw . Hope to get to meet you some day and buy you a Rolling Rock ! Thanks Tom !!

[@hoser20000]

decade....was a great Steely Dan album my brother and I sang when he was in hospice.

[@tomssss4661]

Man, I love Gaucho, the title track - amigo. Fitting guitar into those sarcastic lyrics must have been a blast and hard work. No he can’t sleep on the floor! How do you control your excitement in a session when it is really clicking?

[@jtblue2755]

Hey man, I happened on your vids a bit after the horse left the barn, but I think I've finally caught up (hard to tell because UTube doesn't necessarily show them in chronological order). In any event, I have really enjoyed your lessons, anecdotes, etc. Introducing your family makes you more relatable too. Of course, that wouldn't matter if it wasn't for your mind-bending guitar skill. Anyway, hope you can keep this up in some way... I might have DT's at this point if you stop cold turkey.

[@MrYatesj1]

Love you Uncle Larry

[@olundin]

Tom, Jeff Beck is a guitarist you haven’t really mentioned? I was sort of waiting for his name to pop-up during the phrasing episode. Love the videos, stay healthy. “The ladder stays.”

[@RMosack]

"We're nearing the end of our quarantine..." OUCH!

[@WILDBILLSOUTDOORS]

Serious question....Tom, man I have enjoyed these videos so much, you are very very knowledgeable in music theory, yet you are so humble about it, did you study music in college?

[@koho]

Oh yes, Steve Khan! Let's Call This (I think 90's, with Ron Carter and Al Foster) is stellar. Also love me some Ricky!

[@Online_ToughGuy]

Man, never paid attention to my other fingers during bends...it’s something that can be immediately felt once conscious of it.

[@jeremycrumbaugh1546]

Hey man, you listen to Khruangbin? To me, they exude the things you have covered, mixing multiple influences, using restraint, keeping a groove, and god-given feel. Check them out if you haven't!

[@501chorusecho]

Jeremy Crumbaugh i havent but ill check it thanks

[@luthiervandross6311]

Correct,

[@justinsmith9683]

I have that same XTS modded tremolo! Its my new all time favorite trem.

[@christopherem3108]

xacttone - with two "t"s :)

[@dannymangold]

Tom.. nice mention of Steve Kahn... go grab his “Evidence” record.. the scariest Martin D-28 sounding cd doing covers around.. muy fantastico

[@youKnowWho3311]

Alright.... Ima have a beer and give this one some effort. I love watchin all you cats get after it. You boys got the skills.

[@robbiePhotard]

I always associate Rolling Rock with the Maryland Renaissance festival in Crownville, not far from PRS. They were serving them there and as I walked the grounds I sipped the tasty suds. After then I'd get me a six pack now and then. Moving back to Louisiana it's been a while since I've had a Rolling Rock. It is time!

[@nlumby]

...that has to be the most glorious riff (played on the clavinet) ...I'm tempted to break out the guitar

[@dong4176]

Production is going up .. we now have commercials 😂

[@brightboydesigns8325]

Thanks for reminding me about Steve Khan. He's got two books w/ CDs (Contemporary Chord Khancepts and Pentatonic Khancepts) in my backlog that I need to breach.

[@jbird007]

Buk, long time fan here. First time to comment. BTW - I am Rockin' a Rolling Rock in Rockwall, TX. LOL. I have an 89' Bird, love the 63' Bird you've played on Homeskoolin. Question - to get those bends what gauge strings do you prefer on the electric? What gauge on the acoustic? We're all tired of the pandemic but, you can't stop Homeskoolin now. A breathe of fresh air man, keep on keeping on brother!

[@jackcarolina856]

holy sh__ Buck Dharma and Joe Bouchard Joe produced our demo tape at Millbrook new York studio man ! they did their first laser show at park ave Bridgeport and nothing was ever done their again because of it LOL wild show though !! i think I was 17 cant remember to well then :)

[@semilivesixstringstrumist5595]

Agora!!!! Making me home sick man! I'm from Ohio. Newark, South of Columbus.

[@meanmud1]

Steve Khan, Yes! Larry Carlton's playing (same record) on Third World Man, equally powerful!!

[@noisesoundtonevibe]

Hi Buk. I'd like to work my way out of mediocrity (kind word for my actual musical level). I don't wanna be that guy, playing blues over major... I've been working on Guthrie Trapp's fundamentals video. But... I have a hard time integrating these things into my playing. You know, playing in context... Are there any things that helped you when you were just beginning? Some applied "street theory" to give an idiot a little push? Thanks.

[@VintageWoodWorkshop]

noisesoundtonevibe great place to start is to play major riffs three frets down from the key. In the key of A, play in what would seem like F# minor pentatonic.

[@VintageWoodWorkshop]

This is an old vid of mine, but I talk about improvising in the major pentatonic and playing the melodies you hear in your head kzbin.info/www/bejne/lamnaIOiZ7t5r5I

[@noisesoundtonevibe]

@@VintageWoodWorkshop First of all man, thank you. I fucking love this community of helpful people who just want to see better musicians. I get that trick and why it works: it's the relative minor. Makes sense. That might be the one step I've integrated. But since I wanna stop hacking my way through stuff and get a better understanding of it all, and that playing the same scale somewhere else feels like a (nice) hack to me, I've started (just!) my journey deeper into the bowels of music theory. I've taken the structure of the major scale and applied it up and down the neck, maybe in a few months these positions will start feeling natural under my fingers. I did the same thing with the minor 7th. Found out it's the same "boxes" but in different spots, so the root is not in the same place as with the major scales. I've got to do the same for minor chords, and work on my triads. But I feel like there are things I could do to use what I've learned so far in a musical manner. I tried setting up a 2-chord loop and outlining the chord changes but articulating that stuff is tricky. I'll keep woodshedding that, but maybe obsessing over this one thing in a vacuum isn't the most efficient way to grow... So I'm reaching out and I'm truly thankful for any tid-bit that could help me understand this better. Thanks again, man.

[@NJSonye]

The heart of rock is in Cleveland, but the Funk is Dayton in the 70s.

[@NJSonye]

Pssssst, Tom, I was looking for a good binge Netflix. Thanks for the tip! Of course Steve Kahn is a “burner.” He’s an alumnus of the NYC session men... Cornell DuPree, Eric Gale, Hugh McCrackin, Elliott Randall, & David Spinozza. All bad asses.

[@TheBlaggers-uv7vc]

Never dis a mans beer! Have a great weekend, sir 👍🏻😎

[@stianmaritz1869]

You should include your PayPal details in the video description on every video so that those who want to send your beer money can find an easy way man! 🍺

[@danglasgow6478]

Fid

[@chrislestermusic]

“I got bummed by the ghost of Liberace” 🤣

[@501chorusecho]

greatest show since "breaking bad"

[@chrisjames1924]

Just 6 episodes though unfortunately, but it is brilliant. Best thing he's done since Extras.

[@pathackett3958]

Aargh, you've just played the BOC opening from "The Stand"! Soundtrack and Incidental music from Snuffy Walden of course...

[@chrislestermusic]

Pat Hackett Snuffy! Stray Dog was such a cool band. Love his stuff with the Wonder Years too.

[@greenman9123]

Hey Tom👋 I recently started doing some session work in Nashville. I played on an album out of omni about a month ago and recently went to the engineers home in Franklin to attend a vocal session. When it was just myself and the engineer he pointed something out to me. He played back some of my tracks and told me to stop playing with dynamics in the studio because music isn't primarily pressed to vinyl anymore. Could you talk about dynamics in term of studio work ? Thank you so much for the videos!

[@thoroliversenmusic]

A XTS challenge is just what I need. Thanks. I aim to join :-) If you need some inspiration, I highly recommend to search up the Woodstock session here at youtube with John Scofield's new "BANDEMIC" with Scofield, Medeski, Martin & Murphy. Nearly an hour of magic. I a big fan of Mr. Scofields tone and his tasty choices of melody.

[@jeremyversusjazz]

guacho is an unmitigated classic. khan’s great-look up steve khan’s solo jazz records-he’s put out a bunch-awesome.

[@MarkFromHawaii]

Steve Khan with Billy Cobham group. I think he's still around. Great fusion player back in the day.

[@kenhill4397]

Hey Tom Love your stuff! Hey check out the lyrics to Glamour Profession. I think it's actually about a coke dealer to the rich and famous. Rock on!

[@JasonHobbsGuitarist]

Always enjoyable and something for everyone. You’re a car guy too? Is your 65 Chevy an impala? Cool stuff man! Cheers!

[@gratefulape12]

I'd love it if this thing carried on past quarantine, even if only once a week / month / irregularly / whatever. It's an oasis of sanity - virus or no virus. Looking here like social distancing is going to carry on for many months..

[@TheMadLicksBand]

Hey Tom! Did you know Lee Sklar also started a youtube thing not long ago? I see similarities on both you channels and really enjoy your stories and playing Much love from Israel! Thanks!

[@jato1956]

Glamour Profession turned me into a major Steve Khan fan! He's still putting out AAA sonic goodness! He's heavily into Latin Jazz and records with some heavy hitters. Check him out! Realise Tom, that he is a Strat player! :o) Keep up the great work...this place is the best hang for us players who want to get better and enjoy a good story.

[@ratt2roll]

great shirt, great vids, go browns

[@haroldglynn9260]

Do you ever use a compressor pedal, either by choice or necessity? I have for as long as I can remember. Not squishy, just for evening things out. Starting to wonder if that has made my picking hand a bit lazy. I appreciate these videos, and giving of your talent and time. Thank you!