Soloing Secrets - Jeff Beck

[@uncleremus5046]

The greatest thing about Beck imo is he kept evolving & getting better. He also challenged himself by surrounding himself with the best musicians!

[@voronOsphere]

Great comment in every way!

[@codycollier9242]

i can’t wait till my fro is full grown

[@uncleremus5046]

@@codycollier9242 I’ll just throw away my Doo-Rag @ Home!😂

[@michaeleaster1815]

I've seen George Lynch make this same point, and say that's why he respects Beck far more than Clapton, who (paraphrasing) has coasted for decades.

[@voronOsphere]

I'm more interested in learning these overviews of these legends' styles in "Soloing Secrets" rather than learning note for note stuff! I love this whole "Soloing Secrets" idea, David! Thank you!

[@joethebar1]

That show at Ronnie Scott’s is probably the greatest performance of all time. Beck was perfect

[@psychonautpupildiallater7734]

Agreed! and watching a young Tal just absolutely crush,. it's one of my favorites!

[@autk]

The tour with Jennifer Batten is without a doubt the most aggressive playing he's ever done. Check out the live shows on KZbin. Amazing.

[@wayneblanchard97]

The Ronnie Scott's show is great though that venue is SO tiny (I've been several times). Jeff in a larger setting - and with a different lineup for his band (Randy Hope-Taylor on bass, Jen Batten on guitar, Steve Alexander on drums) - is even more wicked. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iGXInn13iK6oj6M

[@individrus]

totally agree!

[@autk]

@@wayneblanchard97 that's what I responded with a month ago, great minds. Saw that tour twice. Unbelievable.

[@voronOsphere]

"There and Back" is the 1st Jeff Beck album I heard (I was in 7th grade)! Blew me away!!! El Becko, Star Cycle, Space Boogie, Too Much to Lose are amazing tracks! Then I got ahold of "Wired." That one's probably my favorite! Led Boots and Blue Wind are great tunes!

[@ronr7905]

Good one. Jeff Beck is one of the most interesting guitarists. I love Blow By Blow and Wired, and really liked Guitar Shop when it came out. "Where Were You" sounds like a pan flute. Amazing.

[@MrCherryJuice]

Your mention of a pan flute reminds me of this, which includes Irish eulian pipes. It is stunningly evocative...very cinematic. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hae2h2WZZrR3l80

[@druwk]

JB is definitely the most fluid improviser I’ve ever seen. He really is AMAZING. Interesting and original guitar player, and seems to walk his own path. Fearless.

[@admbrnk3665]

One thing I love about Jeff Beck: while so many guitarists practice getting their bends perfectly in tune, he typically bends notes OUT of tune, on purpose, and it sounds amazing! He is a true original.

[@bobbyshroyer440]

They're 1/4 step bends. Called microtonal, influenced by Indian music which sounds out of tune to most Western ears.

[@wayneblanchard97]

Beatles producer George Martin, who enlisted Jeff for 'A Day in the Life' on his own farewell album, noted that Jeff is the most lyrical guitarist he'd ever encountered...that Beck's playing was like a human voice. And it is the wild leaps in dynamics, rhythmic tension and those notes which aren't quite in tune that add up to that 'voice'.

[@babylemonade2868]

Those 2 albums he did with Rod Stewart are awesome. Awesome playing and I’d love to see you do some of the rice pudding riffs.

[@arunviswanathan5555]

Great lesson Brewski! Growing up in an Indian household I immediately gravitated to Beck’s playing Knew about his rockabilly love, whammy skill, and fusion sound on BbB and Wired but never really thought about the “dominant pentatonic” scale. Love that bending up half step to the same note! That really goes a long way on Jeff’s technique. Man, what a master player! Thanks! 🍺

[@derekclacton]

Jeff Beck is The Guv’nor! Genius is an understatement … he’s totally at one with his guitar

[@marcleclerc2080]

Just loved this lesson. Soloing Secrets is a great idea. Jeff Beck is really inspiring. Thanks Dave

[@lamppostwillie]

Thanks, David. It's funny how JB never repeats himself, yet you always know it's him. Constantly growing as a musician even to this day. Such a talent.

[@bamagtrdude]

yup - great stuff 🤘🏻 love Jeff Beck, esp the live stuff w/Jan Hammer - his solo on “Earth (Still Our Only Home)” slays me every time!!! 💪🏻🤘🏻👊🏻 TBH hearing that specific song & solo was so liberating as a guitarist - i remembering thinking, “damn, i can do anything i want when i solo!!” 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@davidbaron8330]

Yeah, Dave. More of these Soloing Secrets episodes will be great.

[@hanesbrindley2730]

Opening is awesome 👍

[@bagdirt1]

Great video. Led Boots was and is my absolute favorite track ever. Jeff's playing is so impossibly tasty. Subscribed!

[@mannymejia7972]

Jeff is the guitarists guitarist, his phrasing is on another level

[@nomadman123]

I saw JB in around 1980 and he played cause we ended as lovers and as with all of his songs, every note had character. But especially the ballads! Normally you would associate a big “pluck” or “thump/slap” with an epic rock move but it was done with such control and feel that it was beautiful.

[@troma54]

Thanks man. I saw him years ago when he was touring to promote the Rough and Ready album. It was in a theater in Cleveland, Ohio. He and his amps took up one side of the stage (they weren't miced) and the rest of the band was on the other. He blew everyone away. And his band was awesome. I love all his albums, but of course R and R will always be my favorite since its linked to the emotion of that night. Thanks again for doing this!

[@BluesInSeattle]

I'm here because I knew you loved Jeff Beck as much as I did and this is a very sad day man. Holy cow I'm in shock.

[@donaldbergmann5405]

When Beck is at his best , Jeff Beck is the best.. so unique… damn I miss him ..my favorite era was early to late 70’s…RIP

[@rayoll]

I love that the framed LP keeps changing. You have given me new things to practice. Thanks!

[@michaelburkley1225]

Jeff Beck's approach is what true rock and roll is all about. I thought he played with a pick but now I different. This really opened my eyes to something I've always overlooked. Finger picking. 🙂

[@brianmchale7841]

Only you could bring such a great tutorial of such a great player.There is only one Jeff Beck. Thankyou

[@Buddy969]

Great video. Jeff is the reason I own an olympic white strat with a rosewood fretboard.

[@darrylisaacs6110]

Great video. I feel the same, Eddie lit the fire in me and then I dove into Beck. Jeff Beck continues to put out great albums to this day. He's still at the top of his game nearly 60 years into his career. What a legend!

[@chickentwisties2298]

Jeff has some of the most unique and tastiest phrasing ever!

[@danielcurtiss7718]

The lesson we have all been waiting for. Thank you, man! Once you get Beck fever, you'll never be the same. It's true, there is only one Jeff Beck~!

[@19501960]

Great upload, couple of interesting factoids, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page and Clapton all lived close to each other when they were growing up and learning those amazing guitar skills, in the same small county of Surrey UK. Mind blowing that in Jeff’s early playing days he also worked as a tyre fitter.

[@voronOsphere]

Just a reminder. I too used to think "factoids" were Fun Facts, but "factoids" are either false or unproven facts that are believed to be actual proven facts by many people, because they are repeated and believed as true with confidence so often. A common "factoid" is that airplanes empty their dirty toilet water up in the sky in flight to get rid of it. I used to think that was true (along with millions of other people), but a former pilot told me that's just a factoid. Another "factoid" that even scientists believed was that Komodo Dragons kill their prey with deadly bacteria in their saliva, because they don't have venom. Everyone still believes that, but a scientist at a zoo took a closer look and realized that Komodo Dragons do have venom glands! Anyhow, I don't mean to be superior sounding in any way, because I too assumed that "factoids" were true, cool facts....

[@voronOsphere]

Cool historical background, though, about Jeff Beck. Thanks! And I completely forgot that the Brits spell tire as "tyre."

[@tomatopie34]

It's funny to think about how if rock stars weren't rock stars, they'd just be some dude at a day job who can also wail on an instrument. I could see Beck spending his career in a garage. What I can't do is picture Elton John or Freddie Mercury at a regular 9 to 5.

[@leechild4655]

@@tomatopie34 some were from well-to-do families, Elton being one. But many were regular folks doing regular stuff before they made a name for themselves. Most all started with a guitar with only a few strings at best but was enough to make some neat sounds with.

[@voronOsphere]

@@19501960 That alternate reality scenario with Freddy and Elton is hilarious (and probably spot on)!

[@jkris2361]

Thank you very much David ! I was blown away the instant you played the Dominant pentatonic scale...instantly sounded Beck-ish! I am totally psyched to try this stuff out!

[@chrisgregory1160]

Intro Jam is like EJ and Clapton got together with Beck on night. Fun stuff.

[@stevengrinold3203]

You never need to be nervous Dave! You're awesome and we all benefit. I think its great you don't completely mimic him or anyone! Keep up the great work. I became a Patreon member too!

[@plexibreath]

Thanks for the great episode. It's so tragic he's gone, he had so much more to continue giving us.

[@jeffscharfbccanada3054]

You got me again Brewster. Was on my way to do something and stopped. Great lesson.

[@stilllife4u]

The demo of the Major penta used like Beck plays it is one of the best lessons I have seen . And I have been playing and teaching as a pro for decades .

[@hailmaryrecordings8255]

I was named after Jeff Beck. My dad was a very gifted player. He passed away 10-years ago today. I hate St Pats now. ☮️

[@chrislestermusic]

Nice to see the Behringer back. That thing sounds great. Wonderful video!

[@deluxe67x12]

What can you say? There are lots of great guitarists. And then there's Jeff Beck. His command of technique goes without saying, but what is more important is that he's never been content to refine what he does, and then stay there. He's always looked to expand what he does and try new things, new styles of music, and find new players to inspire his music. He also has a terrific "vocal" quality to his playing, and seems to sing with his guitar. I remember seeing in an interview that when he made the rockabilly album, "Crazy Legs" that he had to relearn to use a pick, as he had using his fingers exclusively for years by that time.

[@gregmize01]

We jave Jan's pitch wheel to thank for a progression in Jeff's style❤

[@jimfuderer6384]

Dave .. Thank you ! Love they way you keep changing the album covers in the back ground.

[@jimmiefarmer3022]

Jimi Hendrix and Jeff Beck were my "Big 2" when I started playing the guitar aeons ago, with Jimi being the reason I started playing at all. When I was an edgy teen and was asked about the "Big Three" I would always answer with "Yeah, there were three guitarists in the Yardbirds; Jeff Beck and two other guys." I actually still stand by that today from the perspective of my influences, while acknowledging the impact those other two guys had on guitar as well.

[@buddylobos5277]

The Brits have a wider, more developed awareness of music than most Americans. Growing up, they have a greater exposure to classical music, opera & various cultural influences. Like Gypsy Jazz & Arab & African music. Jeff has said he listens to everything but he likes the Hungarian influences. I'm guessing Django. Also his favorite uncle was classical violin and loved to work on cars. Your past employer Guitar Player has many Beck lessons. One I like & saved in my lessons book was by Max Middleton. He lays out how Jeff used G Mixolydian on Freeway Jam. That was in 1984. And, I still don't get it. Great insight. Thank You.

[@liljimitwofeatherz9735]

Not Holy,but a trinity which is 3

[@liljimitwofeatherz9735]

I saw many kats in guitar player..

[@visualsnow6232]

Sss:3z

[@RF944]

Thanks David👍. I had the pleasure to see Jeff Beck in 99, got to check it off My bucket list.

[@chrisolson9547]

I enjoy your videos so much. You do a GREAT job of explaining and demonstrating these ideas. All with a super down to earth personality too! You can obviously shred but your focus is always on what makes players unique.

[@henrys.6864]

Jeff Beck is in a league of his own. He's got an amazing feel and technique that's hard to duplicate.

[@defcrew7435]

Excellent! Probably my favorite lead guitarist as well and a really great over view. I love your lessons. You are a heck of a player and seem very humble. Thanks!

[@brianwilliams2558]

Outstanding Outstanding!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@voronOsphere]

Jeff Beck "Soloing Secrets"!!! Perfect guy to feature for this, David! Thanks!

[@bleakcandour]

That quirky bends are classic Jan Hammer Maha style...with the pitch wheel. And later Chris Poland of Megadeth borrowed it. Funny how it all connects. Chris poland also loves his dominant pentatonic a lot, which makes sense, cause he loves Beck/Clapton. Great one Dave

[@BenMcrea61]

I’ve heard Jeff described as the ‘Guitarists Guitarist’. I am going to see him in May at the Royal Albert Hall in London - if London still exists in May.

[@hydeane]

Awesome! This shows exactly why Jeff is unique and sounds like himself. Wired was the first album I purchased as a teenager learning to play guitar, probably still my favorite but also love all those melodic songs on Guitar Shop. Jeff stands out from the crowd the minute his first note rings out such, as on "The policeman's other ball" (as one tinny example) Great stuff, good work you are doing there🙂

[@festcentral]

Great lesson! Of the big three, or holy trinity as you aptly called them, Beck was always my favorite, with Blow By Blow being one of my favorite albums of all time, even though I think he called it a "mistake" at one point. That was the thing about Beck; he was almost a reluctant guitar hero. He would go years without an album, work on his cars, and then come out with something that really captured your attention. Appreciate the time you spent breaking down elements of his style. Thanks!

[@imacmadman22]

It was Jimmy Page who inspired me to play guitar, but I read an interview with Jimmy who said “Jeff, when he is on, is the best there is…” That got my attention and I had to check out this Jeff Beck guy and boy, Page was right. Jeff is incredible and is in my top three of Page, Beck and Hendrix. Great episode, David - I’m really glad I subscribed to your channel.

[@chrisgregory1160]

what an excellent lesson. Beck often seems impenetrable to me but this lesson explains some of his wonderful quirks. Thank you!

[@MrTimdriver]

Some excellent playing here as you try to show us mere earthlings some celestial secrets. Thank you.

[@johnc.mitchelljr.2716]

Fantastic Demonstration ! My "super hero" as well ! got my guitar is "WIRED" and off the rack for a test run 👍

[@TwelveSticks]

I love these Soloing Secrets series ones...

[@ganazby]

Wonderful stuff, as always, David. I would love to hear you break down his incredible solo in ‘Ambitious’, which is sensational. Cheers.

[@davroshalfbeard8368]

Jeffs guitar definitely talks guitar shop one of my all time favourites great album cover to

[@cliveburgess4128]

I have always called it the Hillage scale since the 70's, he lives on that scale, great sound!

[@darrenm01]

Great point at the end. You can have a favorite guitarist or be influenced by someone and not actually sound like them (or be able to play like them). It’s more about the music and the feeling than trying to photocopy their exact style.

[@mark.guitar]

Superb look at a genius's choices! Thankyou for your excellent overview.

[@akoolstik]

thank you for giving so much attention to the original material!

[@davidgoltra9950]

You are so right about Jeff Beck. Great lesson. Thanks David

[@rogeralleyne9257]

You did a great job!!! I think the biggest thing that a lot of us don't realize is that our heroes usually admire the musicians that can learn from them & yet make their own mark!! Because they in turn get inspired as well 🤔🤔🤔

[@t3hgir]

Jeff Beck: Live at Ronnie Scotts... game changer for me in High School... Gonna study this lesson closely! thanks man

[@seanandben]

Hi David. A great insight into Jeff's style and playing - well done to you! When Richie Blackmore was asked about Jeff and his playing, he simply said "Jeff has notes on his guitar that the rest of us didn't get" which pretty much sums up how highly thought of Jeff is. I saw E.C. in an interview saying "Me and Jeff could be 2 sides of a coin". Not In your wildest dreams Eric!!

[@allthingsclassicrock]

gonna need a citation for that interview. Doesn’t sound like something EC would say at all. If anything when speaking about Jeff he’s always been very humble.

[@liljimitwofeatherz9735]

@@allthingsclassicrock EC said it ,he is one ways is beck,he spoke highly of beck

[@rockythompson2729]

Fantastic Lesson! Thanks!

[@azbluesdog]

I've seen Jeff play live a few times. Immense respect! Great lesson.

[@RollingStoneZzzzz]

I got my first guitar after seeing the Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show. I never got very good at it, so I really appreciate you level of expertise. We had in Boston and surrounding areas a couple venues where Jeff played like The Boston Tea Party. I mean early career so up close and personal. So glad to have been around for the British Rock Invasion. Jeff's sound is SO recognizable. I also notice you have long fingers that actually give you a advantage playing. Like Hendrix, Jonny Winter etc. It is much harder with fingers that are shorter...for sure. Thanks!👍🏻

[@zapphoddbubbahbrox5681]

Excellent treatment! Thanks.

[@vt-clu-b]

Hell yeah, this is rad

[@loganbrown3565]

Rest in peace Jeff Beck, wish I'd gotten into his music sooner

[@smtxtv]

Great video. Jeff Beck fan since the '70s. You nailed the feel of his licks. Video editing pro tip: extend the duration of the text slides. Read them yourself because they flash up and then are gone. I guess I can pause the video, but who wants to do that ? I want to read it at least, with maybe an extra moment for comprehension. The video otherwise is awesome.

[@leechild4655]

When I play just to jam out I almost always will go for Wired or There and Back. Jazz Fusion, or Jazz Rock Fusion, or Fusion. It sounds like Funk Rock to me. idk but I love it. I am fascinated by all the little quick notes and pickup notes. The master of phrasing.

[@electricj5]

Fabulous, love Beck

[@georgerodrigues4638]

Great insight into Jeff's style. A lot more comprehensive than many others i've seen.

[@johnhutchinson3368]

LOVE HOW YOU MASSAGE SUCH RICH TONES FROM SUCH MODEST GEAR...INSPIRING.

[@Boomsterblak]

Awesome,you had me at Jeff Beck is my favourite guitarist,lucky to see him in a theatre and outside with the Ronnie Scott band in 09..He did where were you outside warm(not Hot) summer evening...can still hear it..lucky for me I found JB early in my guitar studies...great lesson ..thankk you.

[@STAMPER-DESIGN]

Just Awesome. Thanks

[@EarthAltar]

Great lesson, Dave!. JB is one of my top favs. Led Boots still blows me away when I hear it. Wrote this 10 months ago, and little did I know he'd be leaving us. R.I.P. Jeff Beck. Legend.

[@MeinFiesesEgo999]

Very cool Lesson! Thank you!

[@michaelsingley5641]

There's no secret to what Jeff does. He just plays it right in front of you and you think, "wow I never would have thought of that." Nor could you play it.

[@LyleLongridge]

Jeff beck is the man for sure ! So are you David with your great musical videos and approach! Cheers

[@volkerwilde]

You are a great teacher - thank you for these original insights.

[@jirusjirus9322]

Jeff Beck is a true living legend of the most versatile electric guitar playing. Became addicted to his stuff when him and Jennifer Batten recorded and toured together. All the powerful drummers that helped him rip on the techno stuff. You have great skills to replicate his sounds. 🪶

[@makattak3550]

Best instructional video I have seen in a long time.

[@teresathomley3703]

Jeff Beck is the greatest living guitarist.

[@dressedtosmellgood]

ope

[@NicholasGnames]

man, these videos are incredible. thanks for doing them for us. You're an incredible player yourself!

[@markrobinson8410]

Jeff beck is my favorite too, David Gilmour said beck is consistently brilliant, i agree.

[@Leo_Safko]

Thanks for this breakdown! Great video!!

[@marca7434]

Thanks for another killer lesson Dave, you have such a great 'touch' on the guitar. And I agree, amongst a mountain of favorite players, Jeff is my top favorite. 🎵

[@ericsanders5357]

I don't know what to say about Jeff Beck...I play with my fingers most of the time-by far...I Love the Wang bar...he is a genuine genius.

[@BORDERLINEdelusionBANDmetall]

Amazing lesson!!I am very grateful. Many years ago i got to chat with Eric Clapton. I was at work. He was gonna give me an unreleased cream live album. super cool guy. He told me all about Jeff and Jimmy Page!!danny

[@jimnicholas7666]

Beck and Brad Gillis love the whammy warble! Love your videos. Seen Beck twice. Jaw dropping.

[@paulgreaves453]

Excellent analysis of at least some of Jeff’s inspirational approach! Thank you

[@ransbarger]

Thank you! Great job.

[@markbrady7532]

Loved this, thank you! So amazing how subtle but memorable some of those Jeff Beck phrases are. Great explanation of the hybrid pentatonic approach.

[@Acousticeg]

I'm always quick to watch your tips and tricks to how my favorite guitarist play. One guitarist that is over looked by most who had a very big influence on my playing besides Jeff Beck is Scott Henderson. A look at his very unique playing style would be appreciated. Thanks

[@kevinalfrey2633]

Great channel I truly hope you grow, you deserve it ‼️