Homeskoolin' Volume 237, Tom Bukovac, "Crickets"

Do you hear them? My living room is a cricket serenade at this point...bought 25 yesterday to feed to the pair of leopard gecko lizards that my dear boys have as pets.

[@harveydean7952]

Man, you're lucky not to be English. Being English sucks right now. On the behalf of Britain I'd like to apologise for inflicting Ed Sheeran on the rest of the world. 😢😢

[@harveydean7952]

@@Peterbrendanalbert - debauchery betters blandness in my book buddy. I've got two teenage daughters too. I'm not always successful in my attempts but as best I can I try to steer them towards music that has some attitude, some soul and has something to say. Sheeran's only talent as far as I can perceive is to be inoffensive. Unfortunately music that doesn't ruffle feathers is all the rage here in the UK, hence why Ed's become successful. In England we're a million miles away from that golden era when Bowie, The Beatles and The Stones gave us something to be musically proud of.

[@jdfolbre]

At least Ed writes & records his own stuff. I watched him kill with a ukulele... not my kind of music but he's got talent.

[@dannyriccardo-kornpet4599]

Didn’t hear the crickets, barely saw the eye on my little computer screen. Just heard a fine uncle speak his passion for music. …. Along the lines of England and prog, I would love to see Toyah and Robert do a show from Tom’s kitchen and Uncle Larry do one from their kitchen.

[@fivethumbsfrank]

Artists from England have a great legacy, wash yo mouth out.,😂

[@9ramthebuffs9]

Sheeran's the guy with a signature martin guitar right?

[@CRash5150]

Never apologize for having cancer. Ever. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@godawg1023]

We’d be an ungrateful bunch of jerks to be upset because you got cancer. Chicks dig scars and guitars. At least my chick does. Rock on, brother!

[@danbaird7414]

2 time vet of that shit. Only one rule- get that shit out ASAP. Heal up, get back on the pony.

[@christopherlyons9367]

@@danbaird7414Hey Dan! Hope you and yours are doing well!💙✌️🤘

[@yoworob]

I've heard that the definition of a true gentleman is someone who knows how to play the trombone but chooses not to. You are a gift Tom. All shall be well.

[@brutallyremastered4255]

That's great. Beautifully put.

[@Deliquescentinsight]

That is funny, thanks

[@twangtonetv6238]

I know the same quote, but instead of 'trombone' please use 'banjo'.....🙂

[@simonvanderheijden432]

@@twangtonetv6238 I always thought it was bagpipes

[@ReWind-Electric]

Thank you so much for the very kind words about my PAF book! I'm honored! (James Finnerty, here). "The Sound Heard Round The World" is a favorite of mine, as well. Nacho's "Pinecaster" book series is also excellent for early Fender guitars.

[@ThemFuzzyMonsters]

Hi James, Your book is amazing!! Thank you.

[@oryp23]

Hey James - Where can we find a copy of the book? Thx!

[@bigrig4385]

Prayers going out to you and your kids, Tom. Stay positive and keep on livin'. Nothing can stop a man from Northeast Ohio.

[@johnwyrosdick5817]

Uncle Larry, I'm super grateful for all you do with this channel. You don't have to share your expertise, experience, your well-informed thoughts on music with the world but you do so generously and in such a personable way. No need to apologize for the state of your healing face; we're just glad to see ya.

[@seanhennessey9869]

man, I am a California Irish white guy and spent my life outdoors, had lots of that skin problem shit,....annually they cut me or freeze me, lol....but I have found, seriously, that poulstices of chamomille flower doubles the cure time...those honking ten to 12 day scars will fall off in a week...nice channel, thanks

[@michaeldavis4969]

Your positive attitude is absolutely infectious, man! Heal-up, and be well.

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤you are so loved and appreciated Tom Bukovac. So so so loved and appreciated. Now we heal. Me too

[@pauldavis5489]

Uncle Larry, glad you are going to be ok, happy you are taking care of it while you are young.! Stay strong and hope you mend quickly!

[@SigmundAnschutz-wi2fj]

Lovely music. Thank you 🙏🙏

[@chrisbrowning6102]

You’re a champ, Tom. Hope you’re healed up and feeling better soon.

[@GregsGarage]

Uncle Larry... I've probably said it before but I'll say it again... You are a national treasure!

[@Teletex82]

First of all, chicks dig scars. Second, your channel gave a lot of us something to look forward to during lockdown. If there is anything any or all of us can do to help, please dont hesitate. We gotcha Unc. Heal up.

[@telejazz5160]

Hey Tom you are like family , our wise old Uncle ( I'm 62), we feel for you and want to see you, as much as you are up for it Take care

[@leonardobadilla3374]

Regarding 4:03, you don't have to apologize for showing your face after the surgery, I'm grateful that you still took the time to record this video (and probably all the rest of the homeskoolers as well) and I really hope that everything is and will be ok with the recovery and with all that stuff Uncle Larry!

[@chucksatava8944]

All we can say is “we love you!” Through thick and thin. And I know if you ever needed help with anything , people would get in line to lend a hand. You have made a lot of friends uncle Larry, and I think we are the real kind….. love you uncle Larry

[@philjohns6361]

Peace to your Heart brother. Praying for your quick healing man.

[@JimmyGallowayGuitar]

Buk, you've made a huge impact on all of us gitpickers. You've got a bunch of folks pulling for you. Thanks for all your advice. I'm sure you realize you've got a tribe, and there's a bunch of folks here that are willing to help. Get well, and stay positive

[@TheFeelButton]

It's been a rough week for me here in Oregon too...had to cancel on a gig for the first time ever after being thrust into 24/7 care of my Mom suffering from dementia. I'm glad to see you this morning! Cheers Tom!!

[@JasonAmerica]

Shit, im having tough times in Oregon, too. Columbia County Blues. Good luck.

[@climbtibet]

Just wanted to express my respect and admiration of the care you are giving. Had to do the same for my departed dad and more recently the long fight with brain disease with my wife who died from a stroke this last year. Dropped everything and cared for them feeding and doing all the unsung things a caregiver does. Esther never spent one day in a nursing home. I would do it all over again no regrets about it whatsoever. Hug em while you can; the music will wait. Much respect and skoolin support to you - it’s worse than any tear jerker movie when you are living it but love prevails. Hope it gets better my friend ✝️ reach out to the skool and we will be there to support you brutha.

[@TheFeelButton]

Thank you so much for this!

[@kerwoodspruce]

Lots of folk, for one reason or another, are busy healing right along with you, Larry. Please take such good care, and keep the healing vibes flowing.

[@cherpendarvis-studios]

Hello @501chorusecho Thank you for sharing your expressive music and playing. I'm sending you healing thoughts and prayers for your skin cancer situation, and that you have complete and total healing. Take good care. All the best, Cher

[@2dazetake]

I once had like 20 skin cancers removed at the same time, man you know I was hurting,a few at a time isn't bad, but I know what you going through,take care Tom.

[@donaldwilliams6544]

Saying prayers for You Tom,for a Speedy recovery,and powerful Healing,God has got You Donnie

[@tragicdrifter]

You got this brother “Every picture tells a story don’t it…” Much love & prayers for the Cleveland Boy…😎💪🏼

[@christopherguzzi1316]

Just watching an old uncle Larry video. You need to add badass to your list of nicknames. Keep on rockin uncle Larry.

[@stevehughes1510]

God bless you Tom, prayers going your way for a good recovery !!

[@leewarren]

Stay strong, and get well soon, my old friend. 11 years for me.

[@randallcoumos8534]

Praying that you heal quickly Tom. Feel better!

[@thomasmoxley4862]

Half-ass playing for years here. Now greatly inspired to feel my guitar and not let volume rule. I am a believer in you Uncle larry.

[@carairn4201]

So glad you were able to catch the cancer early and get it all out, and no apologies for taking care of yourself. 🤘🏻🙂

[@musicproCO]

Your music is like a pair of ol jeans Tom… honest n comfy. Love u bro… across the miles. ✌🏼❤

[@thg705]

Prayers for you my man! Speedy healing and lots of love your way!

[@trumanmcgiver7]

Hey Tom- Super channel. Great pickin’, great interviews. Sorry about your head but I know you’ll heal up just fine. Gives you that cool pirate look. Just remember we’d all love you even if you couldn’t play a lick. Thanks for all of this👍🏻

[@MeinFiesesEgo999]

Wishing you a quick recovery, Uncle Larry, and all the best!

[@aaron_768]

I had Basal cell cancer over on my right temple at age 36 which was last year. Let’s just be thankful it’s the kind that can be taken out with surgery. I was pretty self conscious about the stitches and subsequent scar, but as we get older the scars matter less and less. Glad you are still making videos.

[@dodgedandle8311]

Crack on Tom , just keep Keeping on like a bird that flew as Bob Dylan said , it will all heal up and come good, This channel is a life blood for so many of us all around the world it really is that, I listen to this in London when I’m driving and I’m sure there’s Cats like me listening all over the planet 🌎. listening in their break time .. All of us Listening and taking that advice from… OUR UNCLE LARRY..God Bless Ya 😉👊👍🏻❤️❤️❤️🌞⭐️🙏

[@roosterblue7444]

Hey Tom, I’m so glad you’re ok. I had a brush with “C” back in 96. I hope you know, I mean really know in your knower what it means to us as fans viewers bringing us into the fold and sharing your knowledge and soul. I know it’s special to me.Thank you brother!🎸

[@MichaelPaul155]

Praying for complete healing and recovery. All the best, and thanks for another one. I’ve learned in guitar playing that there is always someone better at playing, and always someone not as good.

[@robslater5528]

What a beautiful, chesty voice that Harmony has! And some truly lovely open voiced chords...man that was a tonic to listen to! Only the very best wishes for you on the carcinoma follow-up. You're an anchor for so many of us!

[@joeurbanowski321]

“Cool huh.?!”… “ I just made that up..” great that you haven’t lost your youthful enthusiasm 👍🏼❤️

[@ethanrightmyer255]

Heal up quick Unk Larry! Much love to you and the boys 🤘✌️❤️🎸

[@DredDon]

"I hate the trumpet." Man, as a horn player that makes me smile. Love it.

[@Aesop059]

Get well soon Tom. Best wishes from Wales.

[@sanoysuelto]

I sent you positive energy through reiki, get well soon... an exercise before going to sleep... silently imagine your immune system as soldiers, marching from all parts of your body towards the affected place (your forehead) and you give them the order to drive out the enemy and rebuild that area again... thank you Maestro You are a great human being.

[@501chorusecho]

thank you bro

[@andyr7212]

Here’s to a swift recovery Tom. Beautiful tune. Many thanks.

[@672egalaxie6]

"It's like walkin into somebody's mouth..." LOL!! Friggin hilarious Unc! Heal fast my friend! Keepin ya in my prayers....Not a big horn fan either, but Chet Baker's "Let's Get Lost" is a masterpiece...he don't sound like he's strugglin at all...

[@JeffreyDopp]

My dear uncle, I've been playing with/for the fine folks in Mendocino CA and then I heard about your surgery. You're a gift and my prayers are with you for what good that does. Heal well my friend! ...Fuck cancer!! ❤

[@cardbored_]

Tom you're a huge inspiration to many and a solid dude. Hope you heal up soon and prayers to you and your family my friend.

[@johnherring766]

Yikes! On to healing. I had BCC on my freaking nose 2 years ago. I'm still here and so is my nose. Oh, and I dig your plying and channel.

[@johnnolan4312]

Hey Buk praying for a speedy recovery, thanks for everything you do for us Homeskoolers! Cheers

[@conrad-music3922]

Here's to a full recovery. Sending good vibes and Duvel, all the way from Belgium.

[@markmcnamara4322]

easy for me to say something. the homeskoolers have expressed themselves in a way that makes me proud to be a part of what little tommy created for all to see and hear so often. 🤟🎸

[@rdw5150]

Well wishes for a speedy and full recovery

[@krum41]

Wishing all the goodness you’ve given freely to all of us! You be Well!

[@SeeCSeesCC]

❤been 6 months since we both had our black eyes for different medical reasons…and next month young Jack has his operation on his right eye…we all got this Tom

[@climbtibet]

Tom really has a way of making sunshine on the cloudiest of days; great acoustic sounds. Great example for the whole skool how he plows on despite adversity putting his soul into everything he does-and happy to share with everybody- pretty damm rare in this dog eat dog world 🌎 especially the entertainment business. 💪🎸

[@ryangunwitch-black]

I had just assumed you'd whooped somebody's ass in a Wawa parking lot. You're whipping some ass either way. Glad you're on the mend. We definitely appreciate you making videos.

[@toploadtele]

I've learned so much from this channel - Godspeed in your recovery Brother Tom...

[@johntwardy1430]

PS you're channel is very much appreciated.

[@MrJonguess]

Hey Tom prayers for your recovery. Love your videos.

[@Sammywhat]

Amen!

[@alstrummer2446]

You have a great spirit and sense of humor, Uncle Larry. I think those are key ingredients to healing. Pretty sure I speak for everyone here when I say we ain't done with you, so get comfortable, you're not going anywhere soon.

[@adamburke7745]

Hope for a speedy and painless recovery Unc!

[@williamdevlin366]

Hey Tom, big floppy sailing hats for the rest of your life dude! I am and will be praying to Jesus for your complete recovery!!! Many of us literally LOVE YOU & want to keep watching you playing & teaching us (of course with all the fun “Behind the scenes” stuff. God bless you & your family Boss!!!

[@dr.buzzvonjellar8862]

You play even more beautifully with your head bandaged! Sending you vibes today

[@JasonHobbsGuitarist]

Glad your surgery went well Tom, nice to know you’re ok. When I see another new video show up in my feed I know my day is getting a little bit better. 👌 You truly are a important part of our lives. Keep doing what you’re doing. Nobody does it better.

[@stephanleo]

Beautiful tune and playing, Tom. Wishing you strength!

[@EY2112]

Take care of that eye Tom! Thanks for fighting through and providing the great music, raconteurism, and inspiration. Get well soon brother!

[@budrizzo8167]

Beautiful and always an element of surprise in your creations. Wish you a speedy recovery Starship Trooper!

[@MrPrincebass99]

Sheesh, I thought ya got in a scrape somewhere. Ha! Bless you, T. You got this. I listened to your playing in the intro and I struggle to say how deeply I am moved every time I listen to your music. My heart swells, my brain sparks, and I am happy. Every time. Thank you, Tom. Heal up quick.

[@501chorusecho]

Thank you bro

[@estenray5385]

Glad you had that taken care of! Sorry you have to go through all this I hope it isn’t to painful! Hello! mind looking at you?! Not one bit just hope it doesn’t hurt!! You’ve got one of those faces that belongs in films! Full of character and charm! Not to mention what you bring us on such a regular basis! Your generosity is legendary! Thank you!

[@popsarocker]

[@davedeville6540]

“It’s a very European thing”? 😂 I hope you recover quickly 💛

[@VOLKER-ge4tk]

never seen in europe. people who drink beer in the morning usually don‘t drink juice…

[@JohnnyHurbonConnections]

Your givingness has impacted everyone's livingness, Heal Soon and Thank You for investing your precious time improving the airwaves on this little blue marble.

[@bigwavedave8492]

Uncle Larry?? You were talking about PAFs. Do people talk about single coils the same way ?? And why not??

[@501chorusecho]

no single coil of any kind has ever gotten in the same universe of mythical legend and folklore as a PAF

[@bigwavedave8492]

@501chorusecho it just seems between gold foil,Thunderbird ,mini humbuckers, gibson p90s it's a little weird. You're the best!! I know you hear this all the time, but you really have made a difference in my life. Please don't be creeped out hahahaha

[@keithsandulak2292]

I'd just like to thank you for taking your time to play your music. OUCH! I just got to the part in the your video where you showed your surgery. Take my first sentence and times it by 100! You're an amazing human❤

[@keithsandulak2292]

As I continued to watch your guitar headstock looked too familiar. I just bought a sSovereign 1260. Nice but doors are blown off compared to that 1266. I picked mine up at a garage sale. I'm old and frugal but would love to know if it's possible for his magic to pull that kind of voice out of this one? Either way... I'm feeling pretty lucky to snag her just as she is.

[@stevehughes1510]

@@501chorusecho I'm a P90 guy, love the sound of the neck pup, just more crisp/clear than a neck hummer, so it goes.

[@cvachon7]

When you begin to realise that you care about Uncle Larry as you would any member of your family. We love you Tom.

[@blackstratblues]

Thanks again for all the music Tom. Hope you heal well and soon!

[@MrJimmyaaa]

I love the Mike Doyle Marshall book, also the old A.R. Duchossior Fender and Gibson books are great. Your positivity always shines through.You'll heal up and be good as new, I'm going on 4 years clean, God bless the doctors.

[@James_Haskin]

I almost spit my drink out when you said, "t'slike walkin into somebody's mouth" 😂 Tom you are such an inspiration. I hope to see you live here soon 👏👏🔥🙌

[@ShaneMcCrae]

First, don’t apologize. I’m sure I speak for everyone, we’re just glad you’ll be ok. You didn’t chose this. The beauty you bring to world with your music and generosity outshines any road scars life gives you. Rock on, we will be with you. ✌️& ❤️

[@AbsoluteNoah]

I wish you a speedy recovery Tom

[@amandabaynham-swales9222]

And the guitars…sound absurdly mint!

[@user-wu5eq2cm6h]

Get well soon Tom ! Thanks very much for the great video.

[@edtweed5e4-a]

Thank you for all the amazing music and lessons Tom, sending love to you and the family, get well soon

[@motionPush]

Thank you for existing Tom. Please, keep it that way.

[@telecasteroil]

Prayer for your speedy recovery, Tom...thank you .

[@billsstudio2528]

I feel for ya.....got battle scars from Mohs (basal) surgery many a time. Best thing you can do..... wear big hats and avoid sun whenever you can. I noticed a big decrease in my incidence of skin cancer when I went to larger hats and less sun. Keep up the channel man!

[@RicG.]

Prayers for your quick and completely recovery. 🙏

[@ChubToneGuitars]

I had the same procedure. I think it’s called MOES…..They just keep on Taking till it’s gone☮️Beautiful acoustic Jam…… Toms acoustic playing is 💯

[@lalalaleah3]

Oh Uncle Larry, thank you so much for your riffs and wisdom. I love your advice: “You just have to have something to say.” This is freeing. Now.. what to say? Thank you, Tom. Love to you.

[@sanozfamily]

60% of the time, it works every time! You're a badass Uncle Larry! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@cpk313]

. Glad you're on the mend, most anything you end up playing sounds magical so some of that PAF magic is in your hands...

[@scottakam]

I hope you get well soon Tom.

[@rylieriley]

Hey, Tom, I'm going through some things myself, but I'll send you all of the positive thoughts and vibes that I can muster up, and if there's a chance that prayer will help, I'll do that too.

[@BizarrePudding]

Best of luck on a complete and full recovery Tom...We love you

[@ronmercer7766]

Take care Tom. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

[@SergioAureo]

Wishing you a quick recovery, Tom.

[@charleskinsey2141]

That riff was sweet as honey . Of course my kids were crying when they saw your wounds so I made them leave the room after I told them uncle Larry was in a fight and won lol .Kidding aside glad you got that fixed . I was going to ask about PAFs . My memory remembers people playing a lot of twin reverbs and Fender guitars which were okay but the PAF Gibson sound had that dangerous sound . I am 10 years older than you and was there when Zeppelin and Black Sabbath were fairly new , Iron Butterfly and Creedence ,Steppenwolf ,Santana. I loved meeting guitar players and getting to play their guitars and hearing that sound . It wasn't a myth although it might not have been consistent but man that mojo was real brother .

[@kellydouglas7235]

We will pray for you - my husband who is a nurse is a big fan - mentioned Vanderbilt is a great place where his brother received excellent care for leukemia. Take care of yourself and heal well !

[@philf4086]

UL - whenever I hear an alternate tuning on your channel, I have to figure it out. This is what you are teaching us. Know the details. Concentrate. You gave this one away (open G) and then taught us more on top of that. Incredible. Thanks again.