Layla (MTV Unplugged) - Eric Clapton - By Jamie Harrison (Lesson in Description)

Lesson Now Available at bit.ly/35zcqea
The lesson includes videos on how to play this song, understanding this style of guitar playing, chords, lyrics, note for note instruction, detailed info on my guitar and how to get the tone Clapton gets, my overall thoughts on tone, and tonnes more.
My dad first played this song to me when I was a child and it has become one of my favorite acoustic guitar performances ever. Obviously, we all know the original song, as it's one of the most well-known guitar riffs/songs of all time without question, but this chilled out acoustic version from MTV Unplugged has it's own vibe and soul. There are some other, 'higher viewed' acoustic versions of the song, but in my opinion, they don't come close to this version, and this is Eric Clapton in his prime. Although it is the 'acoustic version' of the original song, it's a very different piece of music, which is what I adore about songwriting. You can represent a song in so many different ways, and if the foundation of song is good, the 'walls' that are built around it can be built up in so many different shapes and forms. This is a little more of a 'beginner' song than some of the others you're used to from me, but there's still a lot to be learned from it, and is a really fun tune to play. Hope you enjoy it :)

[@JamieHarrisonGuitar]

Thanks so much for watching guys! Check out the lesson for this song here: bit.ly/3LEdeO3

[@JohnSmith-pj4jv]

LOVE your performance of Gimme Shelter. I've listened to it dozens if times. Keep rocking, Jamie!

[@atakanlale4864]

“See if you can spot this one”

[@user-qr2uq2zq4g]

"clap clap clap" "woo" "yeah"

[@brandonf1482]

I watched it twice. Couldn’t spot it 😒

[@tedfloyd4203]

@@brandonf1482 it's what Clapton says at the beginning of his version.

[@nicolasrea2185]

Best comment. Unplugged is one of my fav albums ever.

[@Dr_JK]

OMG I haven't heard that version in absolutely years but knew exactly what you were referring too XD

[@judahmcgalla8402]

He doesn’t upload much, but you know when he does, Jamie delivers the best of the best. I clicked so fast

[@papamiro]

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[@Hrithik23]

Not accurate. You didn't say, "See if you spot this one" at the start.

[@fabienaudibran4923]

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Excellent !!

[@AntarikshRajkonwar]

Yes, and I am also from India

[@heitornolla]

Im a simple man, i see a new Jamie video, i watch it for five hours straight.

[@martinraj3206]

Jamie Harrison is not just synonymous with great music anymore, he has successfully established himself as a brand of visual and aural perfection! The vibe and the aura, he is able to propagate through his music/vidoes onto the listener is something really unique and special!!

[@franlapietra885]

A lesson on "Old Love" by Clapton would be great, and I think it's a song that applies perfectly to your style. Cheers Jamie, great playing as always :)

[@emptyarms6113]

yes please

[@bumblefritz]

That song is one of the greatest examples of Strat neck tone.

[@spencereldridge5462]

This was spectacular. When I was about 14, I learned to play this version of the song for my mom as Clapton is one of her all time favorite musicians. I'm now 23 and as soon as I saw this, I sent it to her (like I've done with some of your other stuff) because I know she's gonna love it. You make it look so much smoother than I can do it even almost 10 years later 😂 awesome as always Jamie!

[@bigshlong69able]

This guitar has such a great sound

[@markabad2275]

This dude uploads once every few months and ALWAYS delivers it.

[@papamiro]

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[@IniDim]

These don’t come often, but when they do boy are they a pleasure to enjoy. Thanks, Jamie.

[@papamiro]

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[@minorski44]

I got my first acoustic guitar for Christmas in 1999. Last year I found tabs for Layla that I had printed out from that very day. This was the first song I tried to learn on guitar and 20 years later I have never figured out how to accurately play it. Thanks for this.

[@cesarmunozcarbajal7738]

Bro! Don't stop sharing this kind of videos! We really appreciate the good quality and performance! 🍷

[@birdsnbees8717]

What a superb sound. So complex. Totally amazing.

[@Losing_CTRL]

This lesson was worth ever penny spent! Killer job man!

[@GraysonKade]

Sounded great man. The recording techniques you use on the acoustic are awesome it has such a thick sound with just the right amount of top end. Crystal clear. Playing was awesome my only complaint is I want longer solos! Haha. Great work!

[@scrotiemcboogerballs4967]

Beautiful playing. The great man would be proud.

[@phildaigle8434]

A wonderful playing with my favorite song!!

[@michael070]

I watch and listen to this video literally every day. 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@sponto25752]

Amazing. Always perfection!!

[@silvertoy_]

Absolute automatic thumbs up. You have a play style I am truly envious of. Thank you.

[@stevenfrost5941]

This just was wow, incredible work man, keep it up man you got all our support

[@muneebqazi5224]

Are you magician or what ? Every time you do a cover it sounds something magical ! Pure genius man 💕🔥

[@agustinchaparro6602]

I cant figure what is better, that beautiful taylor guitar or the outstanding playing!!!

[@cristianpereira1476]

This was really good. I'm learning how to play it and seeing you use masterful technique really helped me out while practicing.

[@blacklight4075]

One of the first songs I learned back in 09 when i put down guitar hero and picked up a real one. Im on a personal protest now. Havent played for real in years. I stay in tune. But i wont get serious serious again until i get a les paul. Almost there. Pay off car, buy dream guitar. (2 payments left yall.) True story.

[@pokerworld]

Yup I never understood guitar hero. Why not play the real thing right

[@harsh7335]

Jamie always delivers the best... Keep it up bro. You are truly a gem.🙌🙌

[@zollyclaman]

Always a good day when Jamie uploads.

[@orionmartin6908]

So glad you covered this I love your style!! I learn a lot when I watch these videos! :)

[@joechishti6978]

Been waiting for one of these Jamie. Guess you could say i've SPENT SO LONG :)

[@fender4brad]

I really love that guitar tone, and an of course your playing is amazing! Nice job!

[@yaxization]

Your playing is so clean on acoustic. Fingers looks like they are sliding on butter! Bloody hell what an amazing guitarist you are Sir. Looking forward to buy some of your video tutorial!

[@DylanFox]

The best guitar lessons around! I have bought Gravity, Slow Dancing in a Burning Room & Little Wing and loved all 3! I don't know Jamie from a bar of soap but I can say if you are thinking of buying Jamie's lessons, you wont be disappointed.

[@joshsmith2115]

Nice try Jamie

[@fizzysuxx]

Beautiful interpretation of this classic, well done Jamie! I especially love your phrasing!

[@maradacash7532]

Thanks a million for the post. I know this is not the lesson, but you have played it to so clean and with no ambiguity, an intermediate player can learn more from this post than from most "lessons".

[@smu1129]

I'm sure you've this a few times, but that is a rather unique way of playing double barreé chords.

[@josephsantana3094]

Do more acoustic stuff like this please! This is great.

[@yaxization]

0:04 “WOOOO” Only for real fans of the live performance 😂

[@cliffbooth35]

I can not not here that whoow 😂👌

[@mrdfk9410]

So true, the rest caught on when the band joined in, too funny lol.

[@mauriziolagaxio4954]

Absolutely fantastico Love this song 100%

[@ezagulis]

This song gives me chill vibes

[@matthewjones8865]

Love this version beautifully played 🙏

[@ablazematty]

Amazing as always 👌 Keep up the great work!

[@siggejunell]

My gosh! Such a good cover!

[@dyanvaschetto8216]

Just beautiful.

[@FiftyQuest15]

So Clean, So Beautiful

[@alexandrelongaray3987]

Perfect execution! Beautifull!

[@sleepyywanderer]

We're in the presence of greatness.

[@6string-slinger]

Amazing Jamie! I bought the everything bundle. Great deal! And superb quality lessons. Thanks man :-)

[@daryliyer4534]

One of my favourite acoustic songs 😂 hits different 🔥

[@PapaShongo25]

Got the last chance to see Clapton play this at MSG in 2018 and took my mom for her birthday. Great cover

[@eyashassan2719]

always a good day when you upload

[@robertmounsey4682]

That guitar is a cannon. What a great sound you bring out of it

[@arturciochon5307]

Great sounds! You are very confident about what you are doing.

[@jack_p]

Get it Jamie! Beautiful, clean playing. Sweet guitar!

[@papamiro]

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[@stevenbrudzynski1911]

Trying to learn Layla is why I became a drummer

[@eashanandyala8228]

killed it as usual!!

[@adaptiveagile]

Brilliant playing (as always)!

[@ghadymrad]

Amazing quality as always

[@snudge9626]

Really enjoyed this. Thanks for posting:)

[@SuperSuperdude88]

oh my god that guitar so so beautiful. taylor makes AMAZING guitars

[@kenrensi9107]

Heard you on the streets of Galway a few years back, rippin up Sultans of Swing . . . thanks for sharing your talent, Jamie, and blessings to ya!

[@yetokaswu7566]

this dude wears the coolest jackets 😄

[@gabrielzaias1952]

Fantastic!

[@thiagoneves50]

It sounds so good!

[@alexandrenunes1402]

Excelente, maravilhoso, parabéns 👏🏾

[@juanengelbrecht]

This is honestly so good!

[@donneyristevski698]

Great stuff dude. Much preparation must have gone into this one. Love the looping composition btw keep it up

[@mauriziolagaxio4954]

You are absolutely superb ❤ wonderful version

[@YeseniaV92]

Dude that was amazing!❤

[@abhinishsingh3603]

The way you bar that ring finger with that pinky at above ...my goodness 😮😮❤️

[@POSTAGEMCASUAL]

You have expression and sensibility to play any music. Great video!

[@weberrob959]

Very nice Jamie, well done!

[@carlaspinall7418]

Good video and love al the difference angles🎸

[@ianstewart496]

Yeah. 2020 definitely needed this

[@backstage4035]

That is one of the most beautiful guitars I have ever seen/heard

[@kobemason1169]

does anyone know what kind it is, i really like it

[@caganduran1334]

@@kobemason1169 it looks like taylor 814ce

[@arnaldocostabr]

Pure magic....

[@patrickmcgurren8993]

The tone sounds awesome, solo over the loop was impressive also

[@zoborey]

Smooth as butter, as always

[@ytvlajke6338]

Well done man, nice sound! 🤘💪🙌

[@earthb67]

Love it! Nice tone.

[@seanl1084]

I don't know what's more cool the guitar playing or the clothes you wear, I really like your fashion man, it's really cool.

[@salikus]

Perfect!!

[@hanzin8243]

Amazing guitar cover

[@KEYYIN]

He's back !!

[@einarpaulalbu155]

Outstanding!

[@markthompsoncpa]

Ist class playing that beautiful looking & sounding Taylor

[@andreabellelli1693]

GREAT !! Really really nice !! 🤟🏻

[@esmeralda8430]

Omg I adore this peice you're amazing!

[@georgemelvin7187]

Smiles, hi there 🌺 😊

[@SwapneelGhosh95]

Amazing ❤️

[@crisloreti9207]

i love this guy.

[@manuelgriffo8125]

Perfect playing as always.. I would love to watch/listen the original version! Especially your guitar over the piano exit part. Just think about..

[@salahbal6084]

A killer with the guitar that sounds beautifully and a player who has talent 👍🤘

[@TheBrit07]

Well done, im just learning and you did a great job on this.

[@kebo57]

Very well done!!!

[@rigaguitarplayer]

Great!!! Everything tuned amazing!!!

[@anthonynicholls3990]

The man with the coolest jackets and boots in music is back!

[@DanNoz]

a thing of beauty! well played and edited!

[@diatonicwastaken]

Been thoroughly enjoying your lesson on Neon. Stuff that is often overlooked you cover with good detail and precision. I'm sure I'll be seeing you more in the future!

[@TS-nb9ko]

Very nice enjoyed it thank you

[@8Rec]

Excelente! JH. 👍✌🍷