How To Play GYMNOPEDIE No 1 (Plus 'free' charts!)

[@marcvpraet]

Just turned 70 and never dared to play classical pieces. You Sir are my new favorite teacher. Un saludo muy cordial desde España.

[@Frank-yf8ds]

Blood Sweat and Tears introduced me to this piece in 1968. Loved it ever since. Have made a couple weak attempts to learn it, but is now reachable thanks to you. Really hope you do part 2!

[@marcvpraet]

Thanks

[@robkingston6204]

Thanks

[@markwhytey2688]

Rob I close my eyes and listen,it makes me smile and feel good. I am going to learn this piece! This is what I need at the moment,great timing,when the world is going to sh- t , not only do you deserve 10 million subscribers ,a knighthood for you and your girl is deserved.Regards Mark from Australia

[@fredmorton1631]

The most encouraging thing you could say to any guitar student, learner or otherwise, is that you can't read a note of music. Lots of people are put off by sheet music, and I was once told that tablateur was cheating! Thanks for your time and effort. Looking forward to part 2

[@ianackroyd89]

I recognised this as Inchworm shown on tv a few years ago. No doubt used for many other things as well. Just like to say thanks Rob for making guitar playing accessible to us mere mortals. I’ve played guitar for years but never really got to grips with those tunes I considered to be outside of my scope. Now that has all changed thanks to you. Cheers

[@ytmuzeek]

Thanks!

[@bhk7777]

Love the diversity of material on your channel. Let’s do part 2.

[@denisehardy2134]

First heard this as a b side on a Gary Newman track. Always wanted to play it and now I may be able to. Thanks Rob best tutor on here 😊

[@amandahumble1874]

I did too! I can't remember which B side it was either.

[@martinrollin3236]

Found your channel by accident the other day whilst recovering from surgery and scrolling through KZbin and now I’m addicted. And definitely my favourite guitar tuition channel on you tube

[@gazclint1]

Another great lesson Rob , never thought I’d be playing classical music but with you anything’s possible 👍

[@delorissamuelson6988]

So beautiful and tranquil a tear was coming up in my eye. Definitely will be attempting this. Thank You!!!!!

[@jsnd11]

Love your work, Rob! Hoping for part 2 soon.

[@SteveBowman-wv8xq]

Rob, thanks so much for this brother! I learnt this on flute years ago and it brought back memories of practice, practice, practice. You're a genius and the world's a better place today...:)

[@martinlouden9005]

Less than an hour ago I was in my garden listening to a child mashing a digital piano keyboard. I though to myself that when my son was his age he was able to play Gymnopedi on the piano after watching me play it. He then remarked, after hearing The Wannadies You and Me song, "that's another Gymnopedi!" I listened to them both on KZbin and he was bang on. I then realised my 7 year old son has perfect pitch! And now you give us this wonderful guitar lesson. What a beautiful coincidence. Thanks Rob.

[@blutey]

Thanks Rob. Always wanted to play this. Please do a part 2!

[@jlouisrodrigues]

This is great, not enough thanks for you. You are an amazing teacher. Please part 2! As soon as I grab some cash I will buy you some beers! Cheers

[@MrJasdog107]

Tried learning this elswhere but this will do it for me thanks Rob.

[@AdamHT]

Been waiting for this one, I’m SO pleased! Sheets printed and now desperately hoping for part 2! Many, many thanks!

[@georgehunter3231]

That was brilliant Rob

[@RC-Flight]

I absolutely love this tune! It’s very melancholy!!! I play left handed!

[@stringmantony]

Excellent choice of a song and as usual stellar presentation. Can’t wait for part 2! Thanks so much, Rob.

[@kennethtarling2151]

Look forward to part 2

[@fennahrob6934]

It’s up there. 👍🏻

[@AcousticGuitarsForMe]

Thank for this Rob. I j ust got my first nylon string guitar, a crossover from Yamaha and I love it. Even though I play everything so far on it and even with a pick I am looking forward to this one!

[@ytmuzeek]

You have a easy way at teaching. Thank you for this endeavor.

[@alanjohnston2743]

Thanks Rob , I needed a reason to get the old classical guitar out 😊

[@marilynking6535]

Beautiful, peaceful, sweet ❤😊

[@stevesargant5041]

A beautiful piece of music that I’ve heard a thousand times before but never knew the name of. Thanks Rob.

[@nandokrafft8926]

Thank you very much. ❤

[@andydean6543]

How can I make a donation, to say a big thank you for what you are giving? I'm a Wednesday member, new to learning the guitar & would like to buy you a cup of tea for all the work you put into your channel. I'm 73 and have wanted to play since being a kid, now with your help I'm getting there. You are by far the best on KZbin so thanks mate

[@fennahrob6934]

Hi Andy, there’s a ‘Thanks’ button next to the Share and thumbs up symbols.

[@kevinlee8248]

I'm looking forward to part 2 I. like the sound but I will be using steel strings and I"m just about to start learning. So it may take a bit of time to get there but that is what"s expected. Cheers

[@almostfancyconnoisseur8929]

Great video and always unpredictable but in a good way …can’t wait for part 2

[@bobettenger4182]

Great video! Waiting patiently for Part 2. Thanks for making the guitar not only fun but accessible.

[@GaryBook]

I’ve always seen it done on piano. i’m glad you brought it to guitar.

[@swindass]

I do like this piece, and i want to learn it too. Very nice sound. Cheers rob.

[@daveb9551]

Excellent as usual, yes part 2 please.

[@bethcohen3151]

Please part 2! 😊 Shared this on FB.

[@fennahrob6934]

It’ll be up on Thursday Beth; promise. 👍🏻

[@kencomley3510]

Loving the lesson again Rob, I'm hooked, and feeling rejuvenated.

[@dantaylor1724]

Sounds beautiful !

[@allano48]

Love this stuff. Cheers Rob a gentleman and a scholar 🖖

[@Pwecko]

This is great. Thank you. Part 2 would be much appreciated.

[@jeromekovacik1198]

Heck yes, part 2 please.

[@Funkbaron]

Would love PT2! Thank you

[@Leenie333]

❤‍🔥I went backwards lol Thank you for this tutorial on such a lovely piece! 💜👍500

[@RonaldMarceau]

Awesome! Thanks 😁

[@ericmiller3753]

I can learn this. I can play it. How in the heck am I going to memorize it or remember each bar?! Do I get an auto scroll going through Rob’s paperwork. Such a lovely piece.

[@philipjohnson8939]

Love this Rob ;) fingers sore from trying..hehe Thank you very much.

[@johnlockyer833]

Hi Rob, Really love your videos. Can you tell me the make of your guitar please. Many thanks

[@brynmorjenkins4376]

Smashing, please could you do the whole piece😮😮 fizz. do more classical content for guitar .

[@chuckufarley5884]

Lovely, thank you.

[@swindass]

You've really encouraged my friend and i so much that we are off to by ourselves classical guitars this week. Please could you tell us which guitar lift/support you are using? Best wishes from us Steve and Robbie in Hull

[@kenoduffy5241]

Thank you!

[@paulmoxon5624]

Fab Rob- Pt 2 please👍

[@markosullivan4095]

Ah feckit Rob, I just learned this piece. By the way I believe Eric Sati made up the Gymnopedie word himself !

[@dantaylor1724]

I've looked it up and it means "Naked Dance"

[@markosullivan4095]

@@dantaylor1724 I suppose I will have to take off my clothes the next time I play it, for the sake of authenticity !

[@dantaylor1724]

@@markosullivan4095 😁

[@ericmiller3753]

Lovely; thank you! Gymnosperms (conifers, pines) have “naked seeds”. So Gymnopedies - naked feet? Let my fingers dance to that! 😊

[@petersheely7246]

👍😎

[@billyray323]

The word gymnopédies was derived from a festival of ancient Sparta at which young men danced and competed against each other unencumbered by clothing Apparently! Lol

[@fennahrob6934]

👍🏻😬

[@swindass]

Buy not by😂

[@vincent1951fly]

+++++

[@derekcurriecurrie1609]

Top man Rob one of the best around you by accident 👌

[@derekcurriecurrie1609]

Found you by accident

[@briangallagher1760]

Thanks

[@andydean6543]

Thanks!

[@anthonylongo6383]

Thanks!

[@philipball8855]

Thanks

[@fennahrob6934]

Cheers Philip. 👍🏻

[@MrScruffmuff]

Thanks!