Live from Home: Chris Thile plays Gillian Welch's "Hard Times" | Live from Here with Chris Thile

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Chris Thile plays Gillian Welch's "Hard Times" #LivefromHome and invites Cécile McLorin Salvant & Sullivan Fortner, the Indigo Girls, and Mandolin Orange to perform #LivefromHome next!
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[@64puma64]

Even the mandolin didn’t know it could do that.

[@tomf1dublin1]

So funny and true .

[@Genieinbottle5450]

Hahahaha

[@TheTucsonJeff]

👏👏👏👏 😄😄

[@noahrobertson4127]

Fast but is it as fast as Ricky Skaggs doing Rawhide? Now we are talking

[@tonekilltech]

For the first 83 years of its life, that mandolin had no idea what it was capable of.

[@benjaminquay]

You've gotta professionally record this version of Hard Times. It's amazing!!

[@monologtube]

The bell was ringing in the same key. ❤

[@austenrobinson2747]

I don’t know how I missed this 3 years ago but I’m glad I found it today. Probably the greatest mandolin player to ever hold a pick and in a class with geniuses like Mozart as an overall musician. It’s a pleasure and honor to hear him play.

[@flightplan1000]

Y'know Chris, they're doing wonders with decaf coffee now...

[@millyabrahams4977]

Lol!!!

[@composerguy1437]

Chris Thile embodies such a stunning combination of artistry, soul, and fierce technical mastery. Such a joy to hear him. I'm happy he's on this planet with us.

[@ejsarkipato]

He is not human, my theory was alien but now I’m leaning AI.

[@caitlin.hardee]

The skill. It's no newsflash, we all got the memo decades ago, but he still manages to astonish me every time. A force of nature.

[@jslate73]

I came before for the virtuosity. I came back for the solace. If I close my eyes and imagine he’s playing in my living room, I feel a little bit better.

[@ryanjones7509]

I have listened to this many times and you still make me cry every time. Thanks Chris!

[@monologtube]

Check out the live performance of this at newport festival .

[@c.a.t.732]

What an astonishing performance. My mind was doubly boggled when he ventured up beyond the twelfth fret into what I think of as no-man's land tiny fret-spacing world, and shredded up there as well. The man's talent never ceases to amaze. Thank you Mr. Thile... your spirit is such an inspiration.

[@jeffgaumond4250]

That Lohr signed Gibson was a good investment. It takes someone of his talent to bring out its' best.

[@mattdaaamon]

its fucking crazy to see someone so casualty crush an instrument like this. This dude is a monster player and arranger.

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

ABOVE 12TH FRET!!!!!!!!!!!

[@bradkelley8732]

yes. beyond the 12th fret is just jaw dropping, but I think all in all, just the arrangement is most astonishing. Not that we hae to rank them. He does so many things well. Wow.

[@damgoodstuff7185]

My 3-year-old saw this and asked "Does he have braces?" He remembers your Tiny Desk Concert!

[@jaacaamaar]

Chris isn’t a musician he’s a magician. He doesn’t play music he exudes magic

[@troyoswald5683]

Thanks Chris. We are so lucky!

[@pickettmonroe]

My literal ear worm for a week!

[@zackleisinger5862]

That bass rhythm shift in the chorus is incredible

[@dennisrobinsongardner]

YYYEEEESSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!

[@michaelbruchas6663]

Chris - please shoot your videos in horizontal mode - for us to see more! Love you guys!

[@toxicmegacolon]

Good lord, he is a treasure to music!

[@camibeth8132]

Mandolin Orange YES!

[@TransparentHead]

Chris sure is one stellar human being.

[@grussell-dempsey2153]

HOLY MULEY COW!! Thanks, Chris. We miss you here in Minnesota. Hope you are back soon.

[@steveking8527]

I am now convinced...you are simply not human. Much respect, Chris. Thank you.

[@amongers5745]

I mean. He hits every note.

[@justinmurphy3020]

If only svery mandolinist in lockdown could come out of it sounding like this! Whoa, fantastic Chris ... thank you soooo much

[@coloredpencils01]

Would love to hear from the Wailin' Jennys!

[@leemaxwell1912]

Chris, thank you. If you get bored, please, more.

[@banjoboston6413]

One of the Best songs everrrr!!!!!

[@patrickt3569]

Oh this old classic: *shreds*

[@vilmamosier9618]

Thank you from Corpus Christi, TX.

[@jherte55]

Thank you for sharing your genius gift which provides a nexus to bond with my musical sons. Jim H Morton, IL

[@ellisagutierrez9574]

Brandy Carlisle! Love to hear her here on KZbin or Facebook!

[@thygevandassen5725]

.... I wish I could send Chris a mental hug for every time I've been blasted away by his music. Maybe I should just start sending him a dollar instead :D

[@mrdoodiehead1642]

Ditto! ✌️❤️ from Asheville NC

[@laurajones3902]

I am amazed. Awesome and much enjoyed! Would love to see your mandolin also if possible..... Just amazing!

[@robertwilliams-wd6cp]

Mandolin Orange , Yes .

[@dougb9221]

@@jeffhrsn OK, here's a stab, but I have SO many favorites. I think most would cite Waltz About Whiskey as maybe their most well-known and beloved - and I am totally in that camp too - but my top 3 are: Cavalry, Jump Mtn. Blues, and One More Down.

[@MattGiere]

Old Times and companions, their cover of Spanish Boots of Spanish Leather, Hey Stranger... Basically anything that Emily sings on

[@johnpalgrave6998]

MO and WJ's mentioned by Chris Thile - well deserved recognition. . .....

[@oitsamy]

Oh, thanks so much. Be well, stay well.

[@mikebarg2002]

And the crowd goes wild...

[@jimmythefish]

Magic! Thanks so much Chris.

[@shoobsean]

played at .75 speed, it sounds pretty good too, and more physically possible.. lol. really amazing

[@lawrencetaylor968]

Can’t help but love you Chris.

[@jonmars9559]

Most excellent. I admit I thought upping the tempo might come off sounding rushed but on some super human level Chris manages to sing out leisurely and relaxed while playing mandolin at mach speed. Just amazing.

[@dharmabam]

chris, the number of folk you’ve given the courage to get out of bed this morning. bless ye.

[@craigferguson1304]

So heart warming seeing the artists stranded like the rest of us, reaching out. Enough walls already. And, I do love watching Chris teaching mandolins how to play.

[@juddeemaxwell7590]

Sweet! Thanks for the joyful noise!

[@sayetka]

Always speechless with this guy!

[@augustwest8851]

Thanks for your uplifting spirit.

[@dustinfields2055]

One of, if not, the greatest mandolinists of all time! More people need to see what the mandolin can do. It’s not just a “bluegrass” instrument. It’s so much more. Keep pushing the boundaries, Chris.

[@johnf5476]

Wonderful …. thank you Chris

[@lastofthemohicans1]

YES!!!!

[@bobcherry2202]

Just WOW! Such speed and grace combined! A master at play

[@LesThomas]

Bravo, you beautiful human being! Thanks Chris.

[@4Motion54]

Hello Chris, you got me, you got me..... from the first note from your mandolin and the first tone out of your mouth, when you began to sing! Incredible, absolutely incredible.... God bless you and stay safe and well too!

[@pipercolearchitects]

National/Global treasure

[@tom-kz9pb]

The cheerful intro alone was enough to improve mood, even before the lightning-fast strings. Definitely not "too fast", just a perfect speed.

[@douglas_kmg365]

No mandolins were harmed in the making of this video.

[@davidkobb987]

No, but that one is pretty tired now.

[@davereichert]

@@davidkobb987 It probably asked him for a cigarette afterwards.

[@MeaganHanes]

Always floored by your skills Chris!!!

[@stonesinew]

I just stumbled across this last night and I must have listened to it twenty times since then. Incredible.

[@jeffryphillipsburns]

The particular thing about this performance is that it far transcends a mere display of technical mastery (that’s a big “mere”, I know, but, relatively speaking, mere nevertheless). Rather, it’s a performance of great soul-satisfying depth. Somehow the meager circumstances, an impromptu solo performance at home recorded on a cellphone, make it all the more appealing.

[@rileysump3913]

This

[@dankenny9500]

Can’t even comprehend that solo at 2:40. My hero!!

[@ppybmjc]

You always did lift me up. Then when I moved to Nashville I was briefly a neighbour of Noam also, I met him first when he was rescuing an abandoned dog form our local dog park. I hope both of you and all of yours are well.

[@riofan7110]

This guy is by far one of my favorite human beings!!Not to mention what a musician!!

[@herbertwells8757]

I felt much better after listening to this. Thanks, Chris.

[@Otterlimits]

Songs in the Key of Clock. So great!

[@PMRTV]

I needed that... thank you!

[@climerk]

Chris Thile, you bring joy! Thank you!

[@richardsanders7566]

thank you Chris!

[@chrisvorster5951]

Working out all the angst and letting the steam out of the pressure cooker, I get it. Here on the remote southern coast of Oregon we get to spend our self isolation outside on the beach or by a campfire with our friends safely across the flames. You are welcome to come harmonize by my fire any time.

[@theshamm]

Bless You Lad. “Hard Times” reveal one’s character.

[@francesrasmussen8710]

Amazing talent.

[@TSimms7]

Oh boy that was nice on the eardrums

[@faithfulskeptic936]

Of course Chris is the very best mandolinist in the cosmos, but don't forget the brother's voice! Great range and clarity. Nice persona too!

[@RiffCollector]

Insane musicianship and love for music 👍🏻👌🏻❤️

[@pountner]

Genious keep on doing your great music ✌️😁

[@patrickfort4467]

Love the song, but could you play a little faster? What, are you just learning that instrument?

[@pennywebb867]

🤣😂🤣😂

[@nathano87]

If he keeps this up, he'll be something one day.

[@troyoswald5683]

;) Great comment Patrick!

[@bnellie83]

@Iliana Roca sad that you can't tell he's joking. What it's like to be like you?

[@coryCuc]

@@bnellie83 There's always that one person who doesn't get it. I've wondered the same thing lol.

[@sonjarobbins7264]

Gracious, that was fantastic! Thank you

[@Halfadrop]

that mandolin is made of firecrackers

[@3DCGdesign]

Thank you, Chris. Hugs from far away.

[@saxofof]

WHAT A BLAST !!!

OMG! What a great performance. It is absolutely outstanding how fast, accurate, precise and pristine you are, playing the mandolin. Thank you Chris Thile for inspiring all of us.

[@jolobill]

Thanks, Chris!!

[@MrHoneyWho]

wow! What a musician, what a man, what a message!

[@mistahcoughdrop]

The manic poetry of Chris Thile. It's how we are now. Love from Paris...

[@bobblomquist1289]

Thanks Chris for brightening my day!

[@56MightyMike]

#LivefromHome is a great idea! Thanks for sharing!

[@chuckmatses6803]

Whoa, whoa, whoa!!! Mercy!

[@billpiotter8190]

Thank you Chris. That was total enjoyment

[@dumena]

I was put off by the speed first, but I think now that I've heard and seen this, this was the perfect way to play this song in these particular times. Hard times.

[@DrStich]

LLoyd Loar never envisioned Chris Thile comin' along...

[@yohenson]

inspiring-this was the guy who made me pick up a mandolin and learn it. form a bluegrass band. he's good

[@skyjockbill]

I got dizzy watching this! Such a virtuoso, breathtaking.

[@jimelrod1720]

thank you Chris for these videos from home. Blessings.

[@CaitlinEaster]

Awesome! Thank you so much. I'd die for a little Jealous of the Moon 💛 😘🖖😘

[@jazzlehazzle]

WHOOOHOO!! CHRIS!!!

[@daviddubinsky868]

What a talented guy! I wish you Rolls-Royce money and a paupers heart.

[@mwhawley]

WOOOOO GO ON CHRIS, GO TALK WITH THAT MANDO YOU MANDO MAN

[@shelleycovey8437]

You bring this old lady such a lot of pleasure and cheer! Thank you.

[@edeledeledel5490]

More More More.....please...

[@yedikule06]

Thanks for this music in these hard times! Even more, if you can, pls.!

[@RevanTheConqueror]

Wishing you all a safe time ❤️❤️ Love from Australia

[@Ad_Hoc124]

Thank you Chris for giving us this amazing cover- I’ve been hooked. The sped up tempo worked incredibly well. Cheers from NYC- hope all is well

[@afreebird53]

You inspire me. Bought a mandolin 4 years ago to learn “soon or never” and will continue to learn the music and follow you