how to play "If You Could Read My Mind" on guitar by Gordon Lightfoot | guitar lesson tutorial

[@ShutupAndPlayGuitarTutorials]

🎵 For more information on this lesson and the TAB: www.shutupandplay.ca/if-you-could-read-my-mind--acoustic.html

[@markybgoode]

Same

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This is sp beautiful but sat .you are themaster of guitar teacher so cool and I like how you explain everything.youcare great

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[@Malecdan_music]

Play some country music plsssss...kieth urban plssss

[@Germoney2000]

Looks to me like you're using Taylor guitars mostly for accoustic numbers. V - Bracing? I bought a 316ce X Bracing (reduced price) about 5 years ago and it seems to me, as my guitar ages, the Bass is slowly taking over (extreme) ... is this my imagination? Thinking about buying another guitar... 314 or 614, but I'm not sure yet. Any suggestions? Guitar is hydrated and in its case when not in use.

[@mrh3578]

Your rendition actually had me choked up. Just beautifully done.

[@johnvrabec9747]

I cry every time I hear this song. Melancholy and the production is flawless.

[@PreacherAtArrakeen]

From one Canadian to another: You done Gordon proud!

[@psychohada-bob8008]

Beautifully done!👏🏻👏🏻 RIP Gordon. 😥

[@RobbyLakeMusic]

❤

[@jeffreyhall76]

One of the greatest human created works of art ever bestowed upon all of our lucky listening senses. Rip Mr Lightfoot

[@markhernden9472]

Great lesson Andy. Anyone who ever saw Lightfoot live knows that the audience was quite literally mesmerized during the performance of this song hanging on to every word. A true classic.

[@marierobinson2583]

Beautiful!! So glad to have you back. ❤

[@timothyrjones4314]

Man, that is such a beautiful rendition of that classic, going to be replaying this for a while, figuring it out, thank you so much!

[@MarkTurner-vs7uc]

I agree, excellent.

[@johnny79309]

You present well crafted guitar tutorials that are truly the best on youtube. The additional background information is great, and allows us to really appreciate what goes into making these songs so great . Thank you for doing such great work!

[@pickerdad8402]

Amen to that, Johnny. Andy is a treasure.

[@BryanBowser]

What a great arrangment and playing. A treat to listen to. What's also nice is that you go right into the tutorial without repeating or starting with 3 minute of dialogue like so many online lessons. Thanks!

[@Apokerone]

You're back ! I missed you Sensei 😁😁

[@rassabossa4554]

I heard a story about this song once, not sure how true it is but someone asked Bob Dylan once what is was like to write the perfect song and he said " I don't know. You'd have to ask Gordon"

[@minuano08]

Probably true. Loads of musicians, singer/songwriters all praised Gordon. As a side note. When asked by RollingStone, what it was like to be the greatest player ... Hendrix replied ... I don't know, you'd have to ask Phil Keaggy !

[@douglasholdenjr.45]

​@@minuano08Hendrix thought Terry Kath of Chicago and Billy Gibbons of ZZ Topp were better guitarist

[@alanattfield7174]

It's about his separation and divorce

[@SuiGenerisMan]

I tell you what I've noticed, when it comes to Canadian musicians there's always these crazy stories about Legends praising them for having superior skills. Even if it's true, they're clearly not serious and even patronizing them to a degree - like patting them in the head. "He's the greatest, go hound him and leave me alone." Imagine being Hendrix and someone claims you said the greatest guitar player is (enter any talented Canadian guitarist names). Would you say, "No man - I never said Terry Kath is the greatest guitar player of all time" or Bob Dylan flaming some obscure talented Canadian song writer by saying, "Hell no, I never said Gordon is the greatest" Being on top and humble artists, They have no motivation to correct the record so they let these myths live but they are EXTREMELY unlikely to be True and strangely, always about Canadians or Irishmen. That doesn't take away how marvelous of a player & song writer Gordon was, and personally, I don't think those stupid stories matter.

[@timmack2415]

This is like asking Einstein How it feels to be the smartest person alive, and he said " You'll have to ask Tesla" Finish completely false, and I've seen it with a few other names too

[@robdondorf9570]

Definitely the best, most comprehensive lesson for this Lightfoot classic I’ve seen yet. And I think it’s also a tribute to The genius of Red Shea’s guitar skills. You nailed it when you said that Red’s guitar playing added a lot to Gord’s music in those early days. Thanks for this amazing lesson. RIP. Gord and Red

[@albertaskies244]

In the 70s I remember bands would live upstairs in the hotels and travel all over Canada what a great time for live music.

[@MrRandy1221]

You ARE the go to guitar Master Rick. Beautifully done and taught as usual. Great to see and hear you once again.

[@johnnorth6004]

Learning the Red Shea parts really makes you think . Thanks Andy

[@RichWolz]

Absolutely brilliant guitar work on your part! Shea's guitar work is so beautiful in that song. Shea and Maury Muehleisen were so under rated. Thank you for posting

[@johnstaab9296]

Incredible ear, incredible player, and incredible teacher. You are the best out here. Thank you.

[@dlaws99]

Greatest song ever written by the greatest song writer of all time. The gold standard of song writing....

[@bryonthelyon]

Wow. This is my favorite Gordon Lightfoot song. He was so influential to so many songwriters and most don’t even know it. Beautifully played sir.

[@davenichollsmusiclife]

This may have to become my new "Party Piece". Gorgeous!

[@miscellaneousHandle]

Holy smokes - what a completely different vibe w/out the singing! Totally awesome how it changes. Great job.

[@michellemitiqbranchaud2668]

Thank you! This is my favourite by Gordon Lightfoot and a Song for a Winter’s Night

[@grahamnorris8347]

It is truly a pleasure to watch and listen to your playing and narrative. Thanks

[@Redrum046]

Welcome back❤

[@sparkx251]

Nice work. A great tribute to this fine melody!!!

[@louislabarber6253]

Outstanding as always. Greatly appreciate your lessons.

[@nickh3403]

Beautiful. I watched the inro about 4 times in a row. Get well soon. Hope your feeling better.

[@kenji-san1899]

What a great lesson Andy! I always enjoy when you select such iconic songs... especially when they're so appropriate to celebrate the genius of the artist AND the great accompanying artists who played with them. I am reminded of your lessons of Jim Croce and Maury Muehleisen. There's no greater place than this site for learning the most beautiful acoustic guitar arrangements... just outstanding!

[@kengouthro]

I remember this song from the movie "Paperback Hero". It immediately became one of my favourite Gordon Lightfoot songs. Thank you for this one.

[@DonTheGuitarGuy]

Another brilliant song by my fellow Canadian, a master of playing the vocal line melodies along perfect fingerpicking. A master class of playing, singing and songwriting. Thanks man, gonna dive deep into this too. Best teacher on the net.

[@jamescarter3130]

One of the greatest love songs ever

[@dougww1ectebow]

Red Shea played so beautifully. All the more so on this song.

[@greenatom]

I was stunned by the beauty of that opening demo.

[@The_Power_and_the_Glory]

Thank you for posting such a clear and concise tutorial on this wonderful piece

[@thebigleone1066]

I learned Red Shea’s part and mixed it in with the chords. Played it out in a trio and it was very well received. Ty.

[@ShutupAndPlayGuitarTutorials]

Thanks @thebigleone1066. I put a huge amount of time and effort into making these videos. I like to keep them free for those that can't afford it, but if you can, please support what I do. Cheers, Andy www.shutupandplay.ca/donate.html

[@thebigleone1066]

I will. Your tutorials are among the best on KZbin. I'm a Canadian working and living in California. Regards!

[@ShutupAndPlayGuitarTutorials]

Thanks for supporting what I do, I really appreciate it! Cheers, Andy.

[@robprince8426]

Very clear style of teaching...I'm a self-taught bassist for over 35years ...I use to just pic at an acoustic guitar for fun ...thanks to your clean style and great tutorials...now I "shut up n play" lol...good job my brother.

[@mumblbeebee6546]

I stopped paying attention to the playing pretty soon and just relaxed to bathe in the music. Thank you! :)

[@TheMerryPup]

That play through was just beautiful. Thank you!

[@luak5395]

You basically taught me guitar Mr. Shut Up and Play much love

[@GoodNiteUSA]

What an awesome video! Thank you so much for breaking down Red Shea's part. He was an incredibly fantastic guitar player who added so much to Gordon Lightfoot's songs. I appreciate the work you do.

[@pickerdad8402]

OMG!! Gordon Lightfoot was a true genius finger-picker. Definitely get the tab; the intricacy Is beyond belief. This is so much more than mere "Travis picking"; it's a master class in "Lightfoot picking", with three bass notes per 4-beat bar, and a continuous variation in the treble notes. Even if I had this brilliant lesson in 1971, my brain would have exploded. Now with another 50 years of guitar experience, I might just be able to play the Lightfoot part. Of course, I'd need to find another Red Shea for the second part. Maybe in a second lifetime!

[@asherweisel4498]

I think of you as a songwriting teacher. I’ve learned my theory elsewhere, but you give me the ability to play the sound I wish to replicate in a way I can deconstruct the theory, and that allows me to find balance between creativity and theory. Thank you !

[@blackdog7275]

Thanks, that was absolutely wonderful!!😭😫😩🥲🥲

[@stratfanstl]

Worth MANY watches just for the immaculate recording and performance, even absent the explanation and breakdown. Thanks!

[@jayt838]

Your a Canadian To !!! Gordon Lightfoot Was a great singer song writer, Guitar player and also a Canadian , Your lessons are appreciated , Thanks again fellow Canadaiin

[@Sparky20101]

Thank you so much. Especially for pointing out how just a few embellishments from the support musician add such sweet flavor to the overall song.

[@scottwudyka2661]

I could listen to your demo on this song for an hour. It just speaks to who you are as an artist. thank you for keeping us all engaged. You are a special talent. Thank you, and all the best to you. Sincerely, -Scott

[@davidmillar2594]

Ah, my Bunraku master of Canadiana, what a joy this is on a Sunday afternoon.......

[@mickeylilly6057]

You are the best teacher on KZbin. Hands down. Phenomenal

[@ianlearningcom]

Thanks!

[@jeremycruz2302]

Hoping for the lesson, Little Guitars by VH. Your guitar lessons are the most accurate and by far best on KZbin! Thank you.

[@tompelham7035]

That’s why we love acoustic guitar;) I once saw GL live many years ago, he simply would not perform until the crowd settled right down

[@johncheney950]

I love this. Great job. 👍 I've been a Gordon Lightfoot fan for over 50 years. Beautiful song.

[@lylemeece2637]

you are an awesome player and instructor

[@tomminet]

Absolutely brilliant. A few days ago, I'd decided to play this song for an upcoming open mic. I was going to do a "dumbed down" version, but not anymore!!!! Thank you Andy!

[@pickerdad8402]

I'm thinking the same. Andy's lesson is so clear, I just might be able to pull it off. We'll see!

[@keithb5612]

Great. "Sundown" next for the Lightfoot fans🙏

[@jimnoakes9394]

You are one of the finest and clean guitar players i have ever had the pleasure to listen to.your grasp of the song and it's feel is spot on.Technically perfect!!!

[@DoIT4Kix]

Very nice work! Of course I can't put vocals to your rendition when you keep stopping and teaching everyone how to play it on guitar ! LOL I still love it all the same ! nice work , my friend !

[@SteverRob]

I cannot listen to this guy without uncontrollably singing along.

[@realcygnus]

Superb as always ! I'm not necessarily a fan of bow strings either in guitar centric music but IMHO its where the most interesting movement & color tones reside in this song. Though very much like many of Croce tunes & especially in perhaps his best known Time in a bottle, the 2nd acoustic plays a HUGE role.

[@Peetie_Wheatstraw]

This song is my favorite Gordon Lightfoot song. Thanks for the lesson, Andy!

[@salvadorcastanos5834]

A great song by the great redhair Gordon Lightfoot, love to hear The Guess Who song about him, we still soaring miss you... 🇲🇽✌😎

[@blakesmith6829]

I miss this channel

[@cerclesvicieux]

I was watching your "reel" of demos, which I think is a gradn idea because I really enjoy simply watching you play. And I went to your page and found this song, agai. I don't think I commented on it before, but I can haredly tell you hoiw much I love this song. All the old memoires that it sirs up in me. I don't think we really appriecate life, or realize how short it is until we come to the end of it and look ack on such beautiufl moments such as this.

[@sundrenched6248]

Beautiful song and great lesson! Also glad you mention Red Shea. His fills are so tasteful and well-timed -- a really important part of the song.

[@Cpt_Adama]

Always loved listing to GL when I was young. Beautiful playing.

[@kentmills6065]

Wow, what a brilliant breakdown of this masterpiece! One of the best songs ever written and you've demystified the genius of the playing. You continue to amaze and inspire guitar players everywhere, thanks for sharing your talent and passion for the music. 👍 And belated thanks for the Fleetwood Mac lessons, I'm rehearsing with a tribute right now and they have been really invaluable... Although I still can't get my thumb to work like Lindsay's! 😮 Big thanks from a fellow Canuck!

[@revzone3544]

This is one of the first songs I learned to play.. Great tune

[@lolacranley3267]

You are a legend love your playing .so good x

[@FMorgigno1]

Amazing rendition and beautifully executed.

[@Treetopflyer777]

Wow. Just amazing. Too bad my hands can’t do what my brain wants them to do.

[@alanglen6589]

Exceptional guitar playing and teaching as always .Beautiful......

[@milesaway3699]

My guitar is sitting right but I just had to stop and enjoy this moment. Thank you.

[@frankaq3951]

Love your channel, Andy! Keep up the great lessons...from a fellow Canadian.

[@flatiron53]

You are without a doubt “The Guitar Monster “ ! 👍

[@franciscomiranda5057]

Red's fills are amazing, such great guitar playing. Looking forward to learning them. Thanks. Just a note yes this is Gordon's most recognized commercial song but, his catalog is in-depth so many great songs minstrel of the dawn, beautiful, softy, Don Quixote, Canadian railroad trilogy not a finger picking great nonetheless. Just needed to point that out. Love Gordon' Lightfoot's music

[@richardsali1954]

Loved the instruction, loved your comments at the end. I am so glad I took the time to listen to this from start to finish, just after waking up this morning. Thanks so much and please keep them coming.

[@timothycharlesellis5940]

I learned the main part a few years ago after seeing Rick Beato's "What Makes This Song Great?" analysis of the tune. I bought your tab a few months ago so l can eventually correct the mistakes l've been making and also learn the Red Shea parts, however, l'm just now getting around to watching your demo. Just stunning! Thank you for covering this gorgeous piece, Andy!!

[@thebigleone1066]

One of your best. Such beautiful music.

[@climberat1]

Few songs generate such powerful emotions as this one. Your demo was brilliantly and perfectly played. It brought tears to my eyes just as an instrumental. Try singing along and it’s just emotionally too hard.

[@michaelsablan8772]

Aloha Braddah Randy! I have committed to make monthly donations to you, just signed up to do that. You give so much of yourself for free with each lesson professionally done, front to back! I want to say that they’re are many guitar instructors out there and I subscribe to some but for song transcription lessons, I always come back to you. I have been really impressed with your content but the sound quality….outstanding! Too many sites out there don’t get it right with the audio side of it with the instrument. I find myself always coming back to your site. Mahalo nui loa Braddah for sharing your time with the World!

[@Jonathan-mt9up]

Best guitar teacher on the ‘Tube.

[@BrickBlacktoe]

So happy you are still able to create new videos. Thank you for this one especially.

[@Station2Station-du2gh]

I'm 300% better after mastering this....to the end. Thank you for doing this.

[@mikebusa123]

Best how to video's on U-tube. Thanks for making these video's for those of us who want to be able to do what you do on this amazing instrument.

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That is the best KZbin tutorial in the world and I’ve ever seen

[@exaisle]

Super super version. Note perfect.

[@nastycanadian1975]

Oh Thank You for this.. I love this song 👍

[@RudiOhnesorge]

thx again! this is by far the best lesson on the net - as always! your thoughts at the end regarding our present time are spot on as well...

[@THE_WOAT]

So glad you are still posting!! Thank you!

[@tamdsms]

Andy, You're a GREAT teacher❣ You make everything easily understandable & digestible❣ Thanks, "Break-a-leg", & kind regards❣

[@BossNotes]

Wow , you never fail to deliver the best git-fiddle tutorials on the World Wide Web my friend. Keep up the great work Sir !

[@johnheasly7603]

Fantastic! I agree with you about the strings too!

[@craigmccolm285]

Thank you for this! I really appreciate the last segment, I am going to work harder.

[@bonifrancisco2644]

Beautiful!! I want to learn that next....thank you so much for showing this how it's played.

[@michellemitiqbranchaud2668]

It’s as if You could read my mind. Been looking for this! Gorgeous. Thanks 😊

[@uncafelix]

Made a donation......because......this simply is art

[@douglasholdenjr.45]

Your lessons and channel are the best!!! PERIOD!!!!🎉🎉🎉

[@scame76]

Absolutely beautiful