Project 3/3: Jamming out with Synyster Gates

This was officially the best day of my life. Thank you so much everyone who made this become a reality. This was truly a day I will never forget with the people I love so much!
I was able to do this through the Synyster Gates Guitar School. I was originally going to meet him at one of the concerts but since the tour got cancelled, they told me I could drive up and meet him in California.

[@bradhargis2261]

When you can make your guitar idol smile at your playing because they genuinely like it. You know you've won at life.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Brad Hargis Thank you so much! I honestly still can't believe it! I hope to do this again with him soon but only time will tell!

[@hbinitials7]

@@HectorTrejoMusic that's simply means you have achieved nirvana. Lucky you! Btw did u get to meet other members?😊

[@woww4444]

@@HectorTrejoMusic Let us know when you're putting either songs or an album out. You're awesome.

[@rockinrollrebel]

Brad Hargis I know right!!! Dude made me jealous lol.

[@nadine.9219]

YESSSS DUDEEEE YASSSSS

[@A7XEntertainment]

Yes!Yes! Congratulations looks like you've one upped me. You deserve it!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Haha! Thank you so much!! I hope you get the chance too!

[@A7XEntertainment]

I feel like I'm being greedy wanting a opportunity like this. but thanks means a lot!

[@angelcarrilfernandez1537]

A7XEntertainment ol

[@tylerb4567]

Don’t worry syn your still my favorite guitarist!

[@markmckinney9821]

A7x entertainmet you are awesome also.

[@poot_by_the_foot1341]

Zacky vengeance walks in... "WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON????"

[@victorceu3836]

WhEn was that

[@dannykeith5719]

😂😂😂😂

[@DarbyGugliotta215]

"Are you... CHEATING ON ME?"

[@JokerCat9]

I love how Syn's face lit up when you mentioned you played jazz.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

I know! We both kind of drifted into jazz around the same time. It was around 2012 when I joined my school's jazz band and I think thats around when he started getting into gypsy jazz!

[@trevordunkley6653]

This was awesome to watch. Haha syn is my favorite guitarist and dude you kept up with him impressively well. Just found your channel today but you got my sub. Keep it up man!!!

[@aidenmcclendon5457]

13:35 "did we just become best friends? Do you wanna go do karate in the garage?" Awesome step brothers quote by Syn

[@guitarstalkandtech9085]

Synyster gates even knew he had some competition. He's like damn this guy is good lol.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Oh dude! No competition there! Thanks though! :)

[@deadheadgaming6099]

Hector Trejo New Synyster Gates in the making. Syns sick. Need a Guitarist for the show to continue. Syn can't play. A7X call you. You play the show 😂😂😂

[@deadheadgaming6099]

LazyTrashPanda Syns not sick. It's a Scenario

[@LannnR]

@LazyTrashPanda bald head dude

[@cobyourself]

You know you've done good when Syn's smiling while comping for you.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Each smile added 10 years to my life.

[@Butterpants1987]

11:36 when chemistry happens

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

That's when we became stepbrothers

[@jeffreybailey2558]

Yeah that was sweet

[@ToaNaterFilms]

@@HectorTrejoMusic I hope I can become as great as a guitarist as you m8!

[@miexan21]

23:10 got chill and goosebump right there

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Oh dude we all did!

[@stikofbota6499]

That was clean!!

[@kennyalcorn2877]

What is that song??

[@nicksimmons8373]

@@kennyalcorn2877 So Far Away

[@justintc1205]

What a special moment. Two humble, talented musicians making magic. I only wish you guys adjusted volumes when Syn took lead while y’all were jamming minor swings. Really hard to hear him over the rhythm strumming

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you! Me too!!

[@manuelmartinez6852]

You're the man! There was definitely a connection between you and Syn in that gypsy jazz!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

I felt it!! Definitely the funnest thing we played that day!

[@YuxinZhou13]

And damn, I will have to study this video for a couple of months!

[@iwatchyouatnight1550]

I love how Syn lights up as soon as you mention ''minor swing'' xD

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

It makes me cry every time

[@gigaman3]

"So you won't be using your Hellwin on tours anymore? No. ...Can I have it?" That cracked me up haha!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Haha I'm glad!

[@gigaman3]

@@HectorTrejoMusic ...did you get one? :D

[@lucijakalanbevk1477]

Syn loved this so muuuch, u could see it on his face! You deserved this - your skills aren't even a question here👏 hats off to you, sir!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Aww thank you so much! I think we both had a blast and I hope we get to jam again soon! :)

[@inferno_espada9006]

"I had to put the hellwin to bed" "..... Can I have it"

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Inferno_Espada I had to!🤷🏽‍♂️

[@inferno_espada9006]

@@HectorTrejoMusic I don't blame you 😂

[@johnkren2636]

I have to ask, did he ever send you the amp?

[@duckspy436]

@@HectorTrejoMusic sooo? did he lmao?

[@kl3847]

Summary of this video: *"Yeah!"*

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

That's our version of Zacky's "You know"

[@nostalcholy]

Your vibrato is literally like syn's. I love him for doing this with you. You deserve it so much. You're going places man. Jaw dropping playing, i mean you had one of the best lead players play rhythm for you haha

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thanks! I feel like we both had a blast!!

[@Metalheadissues]

My favorite moment has to be when you started playing the intro to Beast And The Harlot and Synyster was like "Get outta here!" 😂👏

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

I hope he didn't actually mean it!

[@cenaakashakash]

Can you explain it to me on why did he say that? Is there any story behind that song? I love syn too but I haven't heard much of A7x that's the reason I don't know.

[@efraimoliveira5343]

@@cenaakashakash He doesn't like to play Beast and the Harlot live

[@cenaakashakash]

@@efraimoliveira5343 gotcha

[@lucca1826]

Ommgg thats the best day ever, jamming with your idol, getting a fkn signed guitar

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

And doing it with people I love!

[@andra9694]

did syn gave u that guitar man? and do u get the axe fx? lol

[@JJP_115]

Holy shit dude, there were moments in this where I watched you playing and thought, "is... Is Syn actually gonna be able to top that?". You're on another level man - congrats on getting to jam with the big man himself!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

You're too kind! Thank you! :)

[@adrianamorgante3381]

I was totally fine during So Far Away..... yeah, not a tear.... So happy for you!!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Adriana Morgante Thank you so much! Playing So Far Away was definitely life changing!

[@tylercoggins2866]

Dude honestly I can't describe in words how jealous I am of you, and how proud I am of you. I know that sounds wierd but honestly, you deserve this 100%. You're an amazing guitar play and even syn is looking at you in awe at some points. Well done my dude!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you so much! It was definitely a day I'll never forget! :)

[@rsrain14]

Am I the only one that literally watched every second of the ENTIRE video?

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

I did! ;)

[@dxaminal777]

I watched it all. Glued to the screen.

[@YuxinZhou13]

Haha I pretty much did it too!

[@stealthflythecoop6819]

I did! looks like fun I wanted the full video

[@Baltazar60196]

I did hahaha

[@nothinglyeverything695]

When I'm in front of Syn. Man, I'll forget even how to hold the guitar.

[@SynZ777]

Anybody can say what they feel like about Syn’s playing, but when it comes down to the nitty gritty, he’s a humble and knowledgeable dude.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Jake D He's just overall an amazing dude! Glad to be able to call him my best friend now!😜😂

[@sergioarreguin8088]

That's was epic bro you killed it with syn

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thanks, Sergio! :)

[@sergioarreguin8088]

You got it Hector thanks for responding

[@JayCaldwell05]

The way syn plays remind me of some old Uber master who no longer is surprised by his own talent, but finds joy in the raw talent of others.

[@SaulieCo31]

So Far Away gave me chills. You guys rocked. This is awesome!

[@jakholly2]

Dude... you...are SERIOUSLY...the most amazingly talented guitarist I've heard on KZbin. You completely fooled all of us on the school by constantly posting up only A7X solos (at least from what I've seen). I remember one time I told you, "I would love to hear you play the whole song" and you said that you focus your energy on uploading the solos. You seriously blew my mind right now. I was under the impression you were just a die-hard youtube solo cover guitarist. You are WAAAYYYY holding back on showing us your massive talents on that school. I had no idea you had all that under your belt. And, I'm going to be yelling at you to start a band until the day I die. You literally are the whole entire package of guitar playing, a WAAYYY under-appreciated guitarist who really needs to be the next generation's guitar hero. You have sooo much more to offer than a KZbin channel dedicated to someone else's solos. I know you teach guitar and I love that, but to be honest man you really need to let all that talent be known world-wide. There were so many times in the jams that I literally held my breath, felt shivers and was like, "Holy FUCK dude!" NO ONE these days gives me that feeling other than Syn. You have what so many, even notorious guitarists, are lacking these days. Damn, I'd love to have a lesson with you in person one day myself!!! Way to go, Hector. I'm SOOOO damn happy for you! I learned a lot myself in this watching you play and it was truly inspirational. Please upload more of this tasty stuff to the school! I'd be forever grateful for it! Thank you for sharing this moment with all of us!!!

[@YouTubeChannel-jw5th]

Hector, Martin Rønning, and dimehead666 are the holy trinity guitar KZbinrs.

[@manuiglesias9022]

廓俊傑 agreed

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you so much, Jak! You say the sweetest things! I am trying to start a band with Abbi! I will take your advice! Thank you! :) If you ever find yourself in Houston TX just let me know and we would for sure jam! Again thank you for the support! This truly made my day! :)

[@cjsaunders06]

Hector Trejo you are from Htown bro?!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Yes!

[@alexmontano32]

Like dude I have pure jealousy 😭😭😭😭 you are so lucky to have met and jammed with syn!! I just ran into your channel and I’m definitely subscribed. You have amazing talent keep up the great work brother!!!

[@boricuatodabone]

From the reactions that Synyster Gates showed you really made his day and that he really had fun

[@user-qj4vg9gq5m]

Congratulations man! This is so freaking cool! He acknowledged your skills!

[@kaspermord1519]

Super crazy that you were able to see everything and talk to Syn and actually play together with him! You're so good at guitar, it's unbelievable! Thanks for putting the whole thing up! The vocals were very good as well!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thanks for the support! Abbi blew us all away! Syn told her that he hopes the entire world gets to hear her voice!

[@anthonysanchez123]

Amazing. Thanks for sharing with us! Looks like you had a blast!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

I for sure did!

[@dmeemd7787]

He was just being chill and playing seeing what he would do and feel it out, and to see his expression turn to thinking, all right wow all right all right. Then see him light up going this guy is effing good in this is going to be a blast! And then the field kicks in and yeah, this is one of the most epic Jam sessions I've ever seen

[@91Jabroni]

This is great! Syn even gives praise and a smile for the soloing!!!

[@creeperkilla83]

honestly, is awesome you got to meet synyster gates and play with. Very awesome bro

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@hafizjumat]

thanks for sharing this..u are great player..synyster gates would be proud of your playing..hope to be like you someday..keep it up..!cheers!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you so much! :)

[@dawg3277]

Syn was happy with his playing.. I got some chops but dude u fucking killed it

[@Tomerkad]

I really enjoyed watching this, really felt like i was there with you guys... but i'm glad you got to meet him since you're an awesome player yourself.

[@scelest321cx]

this so awesome of syn loved every second of you two jamming

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

salvador celestino We both had a blast!!😁😁😁🤘🏼🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@felipe_sousa97]

Sun's such a nice guy, and you're an amazing guitarrist as well, i really like to see that Syn is accessible with the fans, congratulations dude!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you so much!!!

[@joesandoval1080]

To stand high with a Guitar God, you absolutely have some chops brother. Ill drink to that. God damn pristine man. Happy for you.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Joe Sandoval Thank you so much!!😁😁😁. I'll definitely cherish this jam forever!

[@jonathanosborne9571]

I cant remember how many times I watched this. Hector your beast! So lucky u got to meet him

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you!! :)

[@jameonchitwood2260]

Dudes jazz chops are pretty on point. This was a great video to stumble across. Watched the whole thing .

[@ryandantonio7698]

Absolutely amazing man, definitely on my bucket list haha

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

This was definitely the number 1 thing on my bucket list! Now I can die happy!

[@jamdwhi]

Wow man. What an epic experience!! You clearly deserved it too!! You could tell Syn wasn't just being nice to a fan. He was truly enjoying and admiring your talent.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you so much! We all had a blast that day!

[@user-dz6ed1uy9p]

That's so amazing. Thank you for this video. 40 minutes of pleasure. Just Thank you!! Nice playing. Huge guitar job

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you so much! :)

[@saurabhsuresh5907]

Just amazing! I hope this video hits a million and more views! It deserves it, great guitar work man....And Synyster Gates is just sensational as well 😍❤️

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Saurabh Suresh Thank you so much!😁😁😁.

[@Luke_totally_luke]

This must have been such a great honor. I would kill to be in the same room, let alone JAM A7X tunes with Synyster Gates. Absolutely amazing dude. 🤟

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

It was so surreal!!

[@elchapulinjd]

Dude you're a freaking God for jamming out with Syn like that...you have my respect 🤘🔥

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Haha! Thank you! :)

[@kall3nat0r]

I forgot time watching this. Breathtaking to see two extremely talented guitarists jamming out!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Kall3nat0r Well thank you so much! Time definitely flew by during the jam session! I hope to do it again! 😁

[@frankiejesus226]

You earned a new subscriber! Amazing job jamming with one of the greats 👏🏽

[@Twistead96]

Beautiful, i hope I get to meet him someday! When I do, Ill mention you man! U have been a good inspiration for me on guitar.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

I hope you do too! And thank you!! :)

[@Metalheadissues]

I'm impressed! I mean, I knew that Brian was a sweetheart, but I just now realized that he's a really nice guy! And dude, you're skills are unbelievable! I just signed up in the Synyster Gates Guitar School and I hope that one day I'll be able to shred like you and Syn! Peace!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thanks! Syn is a super down to Earth person! And the school is awesome! We welcome you with open arms!

[@doublebguitarplayer9434]

It’s nice to see regular guys just jamming. No stars. No attitude. Just two guys who love guitar playing. Syn seems so down to earth and cool. Good to see he does this stuff for his fans. Keep it up Mr Gates. You rock.

[@walterwebb1622]

Man what an awesome project! Well done! And Syn is such a cool guy. Your lead playing is impeccable! Amazing how you facilitated this.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thanks, Walter!! :)

[@tomfoulk]

This is one of the greatest videos I’ve ever seen, eternally envious of you man! Talk about the time of your life

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you! It was for sure!

[@cygnus-x]

Amazing... Love to see you playing with my idol. Keep going...👍

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you!

[@rfrguitar5126]

That was the coolest jam I've seen on KZbin, amazing, inspiring. Minor Swing blowed my mind!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you! :)

[@TheArc37]

Can tell you put in the time and work to get yourself in this situation. Must have been amazing. Cheers, you guys sounded amazing.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Its been a 10 year long progress! :)

[@keanumagrin2028]

Man congrats, you've had a dream come true. Keep it up

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thanks! :)

[@musicalengineers6762]

Damn I kept smiling the whole time watching this 😁😁😁

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

I'm glad! Are you an engineer too?! :D

[@ivarrushkoff9885]

Man, hands down you literally made my day.. what an amazing guitar player you are... You made synyster's day too for sure...

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thanks! means a lot! :)

[@sethdownes4218]

You are amazinggg, also you can’t help but deny that syns playing is just soooo bluesy and melodic it’s just amazing

[@manuiglesias9022]

This was just amazing

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thanks! It was so much fun!

[@gstvobeats8599]

So cool! Love syn 🤘🎸

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

He's the best!

[@xXxnetrom83xXx]

Super sic, man! I'm lost for words now. Fantastic video! Watched and loved every second of it! \m/

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

xXxnetrom83xXx Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it😁

[@user-jo4pb4bu6n]

How awesome to meet your idol, hang out with him and make him enjoy and smile during the jam.

[@tunerimpala5658]

The so far away part was amazing

[@TheArc6]

Hector, you may not see this, and you may not remember me, but this is Alan from high school. I have no idea how this popped into my recommended videos, but here it is, and here I am. I think it's awesome that you got to meet Syn and jam with him, and I wish I had put as much time into learning the guitar as you clearly have. I still have the Synyster Gates replica guitar you sold me and it's easily my favorite guitar in my collection. Seems you're doing well for yourself, and I wish you all the success in the years to come!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Yo man! Of course I remember you! You actually crossed my mind quite a bit when I was in college doing the engineering stuff! Super glad you still have the guitar! You still have the same number? I do. Hmu!🤘🏼

[@TheArc6]

@@HectorTrejoMusic I do still have the same number, but I regret to say I lost yours some time ago

[@joeymatthews5817]

You guys synced so perfectly. I’ve always looked up to syn. Congrats brother! Cherish this foREVer

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Joey Matthews Thanks!!! I for sure will!😁😁

[@invert1714]

Hands down the best video I've ever seen on KZbin you killed it playing with syn

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you so much!!

[@mohamedfadheldahdouh9193]

21:12 the best scream that I‘v ever heard ! So nice so cool , I don‘t know who she‘s but she‘s definitely a good singer !

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Her name is Abbi Davis! She's the singer to our band and you can hear her sing more on my channel!

[@RadhiSahlan]

Amazing bro, you deserve it!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you! :)

[@JustinClaphan]

That was awesome brother you are an amazing guitar player!!! So happy you all got to experience that. Have a great night.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Justin Claphan Thanks so much! It was truly an unforgettable day! You too!

[@chelleanita5367]

This was totally amazing, both guitarist are cool AF

[@asieffhusein3135]

he is very down to earth , dude you are so lucky

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

He really is! Thank you!

[@izz1997]

25:43 get outta here😂😂 syn definitely hate to play beast and the harlot

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Yep! Glad I got him to laugh a few times!

[@izz1997]

Hector Trejo hahahahahaha😂 i wish i could jam with him such a nice guy...

[@faroanselmo5288]

Too many malaysians right here haha

[@izz1997]

Faro Anselmo ramai kan😂

[@miexan21]

Malaysian Assemble ! 😂

[@tonyjones1560]

Nice, Hector....VERY nice. You held your own (and then some!) jamming with one of the sickest guitar players on the planet and he recognized that...

[@SynZ777]

That was the greatest rendition of Minor Swing I've ever heard. Goosebumps from your playing man.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you!!! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ShinyCLEM]

Didn't expect that. Wow. Congratulations, I'm heavily jealous haha

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Haha! Thanks! :)

[@jacktheripper2746]

Having Syn say nice to you is like having your father give you a pat on the back.

[@friskyfella1199]

This is so insanely awesome dude, I've been playing for about 2 and a half years now and syn has been my biggest inspiration. I bet playing with him was awesome!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you! It was! It was my dream come true!

[@elbegev8550]

just found this , what an amazing experience for you dude and love your playing , you can Syn was super impressed

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thanks! Was the best day of my life!

[@tekking2028]

2:30 That smile from Syn is so great.

[@phenom1688]

I love syn's style to play guitar I like this video

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

I love it too!!

[@Rampagedd]

Well done sir you rocked. Always love to Mr Gates too!

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you! :)

[@alistershisheesh4721]

I would love to have a jam session but I’m from Canada and your the luckiest person I saw play with him that’s awesome keep up the support

[@SpacePlague]

Your entire jam made my day dude. I hope you and Syn are best friends now, because that was fucking killer. Would love to see you have a hand in their next album if the chance ever arises.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Oh dude you're too kind! I hope that wasn't the last time we got to jam out! If he ever gives me the call, I'm dropping everything, including college, and making the drive to California again!

[@Jack-zs9ui]

This was Awesome dude I love your improv it was so clean and you did it front of the man himself mad props to you

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you so much!!

[@VioletFlowerz]

Nice! Thanks for sharing. You have MAD skills!

[@wesdeloach]

One of my fav videos on youtube..so cool! I want one of those guitars

[@lukecarlesimo5391]

Absolutely unfucking believable your fluidity between melodic parts and soloing and especially the minor jazz swing. Wish you nothing but the best moving on bro ❤️

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Luke Carlesimo Thank you so much!! I had to leave it out all on the table and not hold back in front of him because I knew it was my one shot to try and make him proud!😁

[@lukecarlesimo5391]

Hector Trejo Anytime man, I came home from work mad late last night and was tired as shit, but as soon as I started watching you literally gave me the fucking chills and basically put in a mini hype heart attack if you’d like to call it that. And honestly you really rekindled my want to purchase a guitar and teach myself, since I would like to pursue guitar more than saxophone after all these years

[@Rex-golf_player810]

Yea it seems he has studied Syn's style very well and was able to develop his own in the process

[@DaddyDinkus]

Syn needs a signature hat collection I swear. He always wears amazing hats.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

tacokiss3 I know!! Although I think he's the only one that can pull it off!😂

[@misssevenfold3232]

Dude! This is awesome! You’re so lucky and congrats☺️

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you!! :)

[@skripeee900]

i really enjoy to hear you jamming with syn,so awesome,good job

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Thank you! Hopefully it happens again soon ;)

[@Mxgumin]

That moment when you've got your idol in awe of your playing, this is probably one of the coolest things I've ever seen in all honesty.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Mxgumin Well thank you so much! I didn't even know he was smiling through my soloing because I was so focused on not messing up.😂. I'm happy to see that he smiled a lot when I watch this video though!

[@itaymalik4964]

Wow looks like you had a lot of fun.

[@HectorTrejoMusic]

Best day of my life!

[@itaymalik4964]

Hector Trejo even better than the one you got your first synyster guitar ?

[@snicklefritzfry]

Dude, you killed it. Bravo!

[@brianrwilliams5732]

You’re like a copy of each other, but in different bodies! 🤣 Love when he said “take another one” and you dip into another solo haha truly a lifetime practice and pass time, the world needs more of this!