How I Got Good at Guitar

[@ryanking8559]

I'm just waiting for my training montage to kick into gear.

[@AxxLAfriku]

One thing! Just one thing! Please tell IT to me: WHY tf do I have so many fans even though no KZbinr is unprettier than I am? WORLDWIDE!!!! WHY??? Tell me, dear ryan

[@bohanananza5443]

@@AxxLAfriku you are tastefully weird. Congrats

[@thomasrevere1728]

You're the best around. Nothing's gonna ever keep you down.

[@realmrjangoon]

@@thomasrevere1728 Daniel moment

[@TheLudonarrator]

@@AxxLAfriku dude please stop, you're not helping yourself.

[@lukasklein337]

playing in a band definitely is in my opinion the best and most important thing you can do as a guitarist or musician in general. you get a) an incentive to play and improve, b) a way of breaking out of 'your own way of practicing', c) you can get into a musical entourage, d) the funnest thing u can do with music.

[@oceanbby1935]

how does one find a band or just focused musicians anyway?

[@shitmandood]

@@oceanbby1935 lol. I'll stick to loner guitar, thanks.

[@supernothing77]

Or just be around musicians that are better than you

[@urcurlydawg932]

@@supernothing77 facts. I have friends in uni who are better in music in general . That makes me want to improve and work harder.

[@supernothing77]

@@urcurlydawg932 there's a quote something like 'if you're the most talented person in the room, than find a different room.'

[@GoviaM]

imagine being good at guitar

[@xenonvinc]

Imagine being good

[@nathanallen9068]

Imagine being

[@skyrowindaboss821]

Imagine

[@loarzhapunkt]

I‘m a gin

[@claytontalbot7527]

I’m a g

[@hydrefwilliams8313]

Can you're next video be: How I became a Samurai Guitarist

[@shronkeyjoestar3171]

Sorry to be that guy, but you used the wrong “your”.

[@fudgesauce]

Sammy, I think you are selling yourself short if you think you can't ever make any big leaps. You need to hang around a crossroads and wait for someone to make you a deal.

[@Jo_Collins]

I was thinking selling himself short because he just got measurably better, just a couple months ago... but sure, devil deals... "that's it, that's the ticket!"

[@mfmartinez]

How can your comment be from 1 day ago when it was just uploaded just 20 minutes ago.

[@fudgesauce]

@@mfmartinez -- Sammy G owes me a lot of money and he lets me post early to keep me happy.

[@fudgesauce]

p.s. That was a joke. Patreon supporters get early access

[@grey_f98]

I think he means in terms of skills rather than success, he's probably somewhere near his peak (in terms of skills) by now but that doesn't matter because he's already far past the level required for the kind of music he wants to express, and I'm sure he can push his artistic front much further

[@paudiaz4660]

What got me really good, like, almost pro was learning and playing jazz (tho I hated it) I learned to read, learned about harmony, a lot of new licks, chops, chords. I did nothing but playing jazz for 2 years. I was fortunate enough to have friends that was really into it. If I were to put that effort by myself I dont think I would have made it.

[@shitmandood]

You would have if you liked it! I loved jazz before I could play guitar.

[@chelsea8075]

damn do u know how to start ?? i cant stand jazz rn lol but i want to start somewhere

[@mattgilbert7347]

A good guitarist is someone who can play with others and knows when to stop playing. Most guitar playing in bands doesn't involve lots of soloing. Rhythm chops, folks. That'll get you in the door.

[@mxtrsanz7794]

sammy, just here to tell you that you're one of my favourite guitarists in every aspect, not only because i really enjoy your musical project but also because you've taught me a lot

[@chrisrosencrans]

I got good at guitar by following instructors like you, Paul Davids, and a few others. Thank you so much!

[@RC32Smiths01]

May I just say that you, Sammy, have been a wonderful musical inspiration for us. Thank you for the lessons and information over the years.

[@ryansnydercg]

Absolutely well said dude

[@RC32Smiths01]

@@ryansnydercg Cheers man

[@Some_Awe]

Im 24, I never stick to anything and I bought a guitar last week. I dont want to perform, or get good, I want to be able to use it to express myself, only to myself, to use the instrument in a way where i dont feel limited by my incompetence. I hope i dont give up on it, not before my fingers get callous at the very least

[@Rokkergurl0902]

You got this! Even if you take breaks, as long as you come back to it, it's all good. Taking breaks helped me improve 👍🏼

[@breedingfiremen5341]

Document your growth!

[@Madchris8828]

Man, this hits home. I'm around the same age (a little older) and I'm kinda the same. I often haven't stuck with hobbies. Guitar has maybe been one of the few things keeping me entertained for the last year. Keep up with it, and I'm sure we will both get better. I've made leaps and bounds in a few months since I got an electric myself, and I'm sure you can too!

[@somethingsomething9345]

You go bro You can do it I believe in you

[@feiticeirafatale561]

Wrong attitude. If you dont know how to play it (and I mean - basics, not some advanced shredding) youll never be able to express yourself. There are few thing that you need to learn and then to master it. At that point just keep doing it. I liked what Steph Carpenter from Deftones said about his playing - "I just do the same things for 20 years and Im getting better at it" and hes not some technical player but is a fantastic musician. Be open for new things and go for it when you feel like it. I learned a lot from just going for it and was always more about melody than speed, never even understood fast playing and when you should use it.

[@arthurcordeiro6549]

Thank you for the words of wisdom to all the young padawans out there

[@wornstrat5517]

See you on the dark side of the moon

[@rowenlampe7426]

couple of years ago I me this dude at a crossroads, i don't speak Spanish so i just nodded, now im pretty good.

[@quicklicks5963]

Hahaha

[@Rahullxsharma]

You're such a humble guy and a great inspiration! Thankyou for existing ♥️

[@DoeZeo]

I like how humble you are. Really inspiring!

[@MedalionDS9]

GIT GUD at geetar

[@bazzer124]

A very clear and precise explanation. I am currently transitioning from "why did I pick this thing up" to "maybe I'll get the hang of it." Cheers...

[@brandonfairchild5340]

The opening part of your playing guitar. Took me back to 1995 thru 2005. Whiskeytown, drive by truckers and other not so country indie bands like Dire Straits. Personally I loved it samurai. Thank you for posting that.

[@fritzkarlesknusperig-zart6472]

Hey Sammy G, I wanted to say thank you. You have become one of my biggest influences, because you are so original and I really like your music style/taste.

[@zelcanada]

It was great to see you mention "Zen Guitar". This is a great book that I often go back to, and have been for years!

[@riyadhs_blues]

I'm turning 15 in a couple weeks and I've been at guitar for about 2 years now. Nothing else really seems to interest me but music and next year I'm doing my final exams and then after that I will be moving onto college. I'm taking music as one of my courses and I really do want to do well and perhaps seek further education and attend music school. It's a hard career path to go down, but it's something I really want to do. I guess all I can do is improve my craft as much as possible and work hard, but it scares me what the future might hold.

[@Zfusion911]

Plot twist : he was always good at guitar

[@sidneyadnopoz3427]

He was born with a tele in his hands

[@kankanmwah]

@@sidneyadnopoz3427 I mean, where do you think that blond butterscotch Tele came from xd

[@lovescarguitar]

Thanks for the spoiler....

[@tonybalognamacaroni3402]

I wanna like but you have 123 likes It's too perfect

[@raginggorillaz9546]

Among the many music channels I watch, you, David Bennett Piano and Rick Beato are my absolute favorites. If you know them at all, would you ever consider collaborating with them? Just a suggestion. Keep up these inspiring vids man.

[@403khubert7]

Zen Guitar is the book that inspired me to play (yes I bought the book n didn’t own or have ambition for guitar...) it’s cool to see my favourite guitar KZbinr say it helped him get where he is. Makes me feel like I may be on the right path

[@simonfinch9277]

I mean you could play a solo on year 3, in 2 months will be my 4th year anniversary, and last week i learned plug in baby. Started with a classical, hated it, had a break, bought an electric year later and i try to work this guitar thing by my self. After i get my health in shape i will get lessons.

[@demoleramera]

Don't know how helpful this reply is, but I recently got over quite a long period of "plateuing" with my playing. And one of the biggest reasons was mentality more than anything. I stopped thinking that I HAD to improve, that I was not worthy of even holding a guitar unless I could to this thing or that thing on it. And rather, started thinking that I WANTED to improve, and get better. And after that, playing got a lot more fun and less stressfull. And I think a lot of people get's intimidated by the sheer possibilities of what they can potentially do on their instruments, and feel a lot of pressure to become great at it. But that strive to get better than also, in my experience, make you blind to the things you have learned and all the improvements you done if you've been playing for a long time

[@AIexKilin]

Make a podcast. Your voice is what I’d call “the perfect podcast voice”

[@michaelolz]

Well, come on. You’re actually really good. I really enjoy hearing it.

[@schneibgamer1]

I've hit that humble point myself, I'll never be a virtuoso but I can do what I need to do and that's all that matters

[@BustaBeatMooses]

I watch these videos and they really get me out of my own head and make me dial it back in. Thanks ol’ Sammy g 👌🍻

[@gabrielgilguitar5407]

The moment I got better at guitar was the moment I pushed off the idea that scales are music. It’s usable in a sensible approach but in things like jazz you need to understand how chord tones and connect motifs. This is why I also love jazz blues

[@l_burn]

I was never good at guitar but I loved it and had fun playing with my friends. After about 12 years off I decided to buy a guitar again and I absolutely suck. I really thought I'd have more time to play and at least some skill leftover from my younger days. The only thing I've learned in the year since I picked it up is the theme song to Bluey, for my toddler, and that's honestly just as much fun as playing classic rock and pop punk songs with my friends. I hope to get better, these videos give great tips, but I'll be happy as long as I can strum a few chords without hitting dead notes.

[@CianRourke]

This is a refreshing and humble take one’s self image. 👏

[@stephenbouchelle7706]

I’m barely an intermediate cowboy chord strummer, but I have been improving a lot because of Covid. I spend 2 hours a night watching trash on Netflix with he volume turned down while perseverating on one small bit or another. I have developed alternate bass thumb picking, partial chords in the middle of the neck and minor and mixolydian scales.

[@orly88live]

Love you Sammy G !!

[@TheStrykerProject]

LOVE that Tele in your first gig solo! Honestly, I thought the solo fit the song...no?

[@schmixes4891]

It did yeah, but it’s one of those things where the better you get, the smaller your “mistakes” become. So to an average guy it’ll be alright but to an experienced guitarist there’s things like “oh I could do __ instead of __ there”

[@Alzw0rld]

Hi Sammy i love your vids, you’ve inspired me so much and samurai guitar theory was so worth it, thanks love your content and hope the best

[@JaRew]

I love the guitar solo you showed second. Hoping one day I’ll be able to do something half as nice as that. Also, love the wood grain looking guitars. They’re beautiful.

[@zachbowden1993]

30 seconds in and I feel it’s going to be a really polite version of Jared Dines “just fucking practice” video

[@hydrefwilliams8313]

When you're early but can't actually think of a good sammy g joke

[@RebecaCalderaMusic]

Super inspiring and humble...thank you !😊

[@Ragnacide]

Thinking you cant be as good as you are now is limiting, only if you belive. Theres always room to grow.

[@marcoanastasio7076]

This was very helpful! I’m going through a phase at the moment where I don’t think I’m as good as I used to be 5 years ago. I used to play progressive rock and now instead I’m more into producing music. I guess you have to pick one thing to do at the end, it’s hard to keep a high level in all the things you do.

[@charliebrackett1982]

Thank you

[@estriquininacomdoce]

Im at a Stage when my full focus is to get accepted in music school

[@brianharred8361]

Your a great guitarist Sammy.

[@lucaedmondson3369]

I love ur stuff! Can you do a video watching smaller guitar channels like mine?

[@guitarifuldexter6366]

Yes I need subs! No but seriously that is a good idea ( I hope you get top comment so Sammy sees this) as it gives us smaller musicians a chance to get recognised.🤘🎸

[@Fumbiver]

I know how you feel man, but you know, this guy didn’t get where he is by asking and getting featured in the videos of other channels. No hate, but what I’m saying is no amount of promotion is gonna get you famous if you don’t deserve it. But if you are really good, don’t worry man, just keep pushing, the game will come.

[@guitarifuldexter6366]

@@Fumbiver I s’pose but it help us grow quicker and I want to grow on my own as well as being featured in videos so yeah. 🤘🎸

[@suryaselvaraj2793]

I can just listen to this man all day

[@bignickcydeco]

Hey, that was a nice lyrical demo solo :-) I like the song and would like to hear the rest!

[@Wf250]

Great video idea!

[@evilangel3328]

Thanks mate! 🙏

[@theguylevi]

When I can manage to get my hands on a decent acoustic, then I will be buying some of your lessons. I just want to start with something that will last & grow with me...have had my eyes on some of the auditorium Martins. Sommedayy...

[@jonathangutierrez7972]

I have been playing guitar for about 5 months just having fun and learning songs with tabs I think its time for guitar theory... and Sammy g is the person I think of when I hear music theory

[@MrMisterock]

Yeap, you need to buy the course and a Fender guitar. In two weeks you're going to be a Master.

[@Anisimeria]

how I got good at guitar : I didn't.

[@brockfelt8901]

At least your honest

[@lovescarguitar]

@@brockfelt8901 Your what?

[@wilma7612]

@@lovescarguitar his honest

[@BADMELLOW]

great songs to use as practice is tom sawyer by rush especially the solo section that goes for bass and guitar

[@brokenguillotine6988]

wow noise great music

[@EclipsDoesCars]

bro im early early btw love your vids keep them up

[@morallybankruptentertainme6337]

I’m older than Sammy - maybe a little more jaded - but this is all good advice. The only thing he didn’t say explicitly in this video is hear what you’re playing over and adapt. Hit wrong notes and bend them to the correct pitch. That can add some flavor, Marty Friedman and others made this part of their style. Just don’t overdo it. Relax, have fun and find your style.

[@physicalmistake7314]

Hi I am a beginner thanks for this video 😅

[@swimasfastasyoucan]

Good video young man

[@stratnut]

Great vid, thanks for posting. Did your pickup selector switch magically jump from neck to bridge at 2:13 😉

[@jeremycraft8452]

Zen Guitar is a great book.

[@-_-shakezula]

damn shaky gun is a really dope name for a band

[@brockfelt8901]

What was your first electric guitar?

[@Typical.Anomaly]

Got my first electric guitar Christmas 1993 at age 15. I still can't sweep pick but I've got a decent amount of theory. My technique isn't all that great but I can do 99% of what I WANT to do, so whatever. I'm content.

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

@7:14 "it won't last forever" 😭

[@evanhughes7727]

Very humble

[@joshfirlotte]

I'm sold

[@vm3mm3mv29]

Plays intro Training Plays outro

[@homeguitarplayer9482]

I want to be good at guitar. I've been playing for three years. What's your advice?

[@PdudeZZ]

maybe someone think the same but, what fender strat is that. sick beauty

[@petertrast]

That solo at 2:01 had gorgeous tones, reminded my of Speedway At Nazareth (the live version with EmmyLou Harris) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKScYpiobKaNo8k . I love the part about phrasing, breathing. Most heavier rock genres suck (in my mind) due to lack of phrasing. Shredding is impressive, but without a musical story, it's just musical masturbation. Sammy, you have great taste and excellent playing skills. Great video!

[@abdelghanihouari2376]

Could you do a lesson about tritone ?

[@notsamoht]

we need more music composed by you! get your bethoven brain working man!

[@BudgeChem]

Paused at 0:03 -- Is the answer "Practice" ?

[@roromesta6714]

Where can I buy that hoodie??!?!!

[@milesrowe991]

I started learning to play at 47 years old, and have practiced for 564 consecutive days...maybe the opposite of a midlife crisis I'm going to think about this a bit, rewatch it, and try to adapt it to that middle aged life...

[@davidrobinson7629]

#beardisback

[@bassanup]

yeah for 2004 Sammy G :)

[@mxtrsanz7794]

can't believe i got here at around 11 seconds

[@hanreality.7266]

I’m sure it will make you a better player! 🎼

[@neonreptar2114]

Should of been a two second video of him just saying practice

[@martianmurray]

Since you recommended us a book I’d like to recommend “Can't Be Satisfied: The Life and Times of Muddy Waters.”

[@dakotariley8941]

Dose Sammy reply ?

[@realmrjangoon]

Enjoy your vid does

[@BenderIsGreat3464]

Train your ear, listen to your favorite guitatist and finger it out yourself. Course thats just what i did, guitar lessons never really stuck with me :(

[@ItsWezzel]

I have two friends that are better musicians than me (one guitarist and one drummer, i play guitar) but everytime i show them my music etc i get really demotivated and feel bad about myself with a sense that im wasting my time with my music. I dont know if the problem is with them or with me though?

[@acekiller48]

Zen Guitar is the first guitar book I read. I highly recommend reading.

[@GoviaM]

Sammy G

[@davidcardenas3808]

What guitar is that!?

[@TheMelody911]

That, dear samurai guitarist, was the same way I did the guitar! Now, almost 40 year's later, I'm playing alone! Playing with a band didn't get me where I wanted to be and so I realized, playing by myself is better than playing with some guys who didn't get the way I wanted to go!

[@jungle-wav1322]

Before I watch the video: practice and consistency?

[@86Hilux22R]

Him at 16 after 3 years of playing is lightyears ahead of me after about 3 years of playing and that makes me sad

[@drsipp407]

Everyone learns at their own pace brother

[@vaocl]

don’t worry just keep at it

[@r0dut]

420’th like. I feel i was made for this

[@tobiash04]

if you read this, this is your sign to check out troy grady. do yourself a favor and do it youll get way better with his research

[@AnnaTheFallMaiden]

"How do I get good at guitar?" Certainly through watching a ton of youtube videos but never actually practicing 😄

[@mr.nobody68]

Playing it a little fast and loose with the word "good" eh, Steve?

[@kiwi_caocao]

GUYS I NEED YOUR HELP! I play guitar for about 5 years, im at a point where whith a few days of practice I can master pretty much any song (except for some crazy stuff like through fire and flames...) So the question is, ehat are some good songs for impressing girls? I just want to have that one song in my arsenal that i can just shred and have girls blow away. Please don't say some crazy stuff that I'll need 5 months to learn like the G.O.A.T or something like that. Thanks in advance.

[@zackjackson5562]

Thinking out loud by Ed Sheeran will impress the ladies. But it has to be played well you kind of have to sing it well too. Unless you are good enough to play the vocals on guitar.

[@kiwi_caocao]

@@zackjackson5562 thank you i will definitely try that

[@CorporaMedicina]

the answer is: practice.

[@shubhamparmar9632]

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