Songwriting Tips: INTROS: The Oldest Trick In The Book.

[@BPBirmingham1]

It's genuinely hilarious how simple yet game-changing this is. Thank you, Ian!

[@brasshouse-fireball]

My God this guy comes across as really wholesome and genuine. I just want to drink coffee with this guy and get him to talking while I hit a bowl.

[@StichMethodGuitar]

Anytime.... anytime

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What state do you live in... I’m touring the US in my RV as we speak

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@@StichMethodGuitar Texas, Dallas area

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I will let you known when and if.... rock on

[@maxleighgrace8858]

Watching Ron Jeremy’s effective intro tips is cool

[@StichMethodGuitar]

Quite possibly my absolute favorite comment of all time😂

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Yeah man it really is.

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Number one all time comment

[@geoffreygnosis]

Thanks Ron!

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Maybe the happiest and nicest guy on the guitar tutorial circuit ! Anyone who is practically laughing through their instruction is the instructor you want!

[@ravieira83]

One of the simplest video setups on KZbin and yet one of the best contents. Thank you.

[@richardpowell3259]

Best guitar tip i ever heard. Bravo ! Brother.

[@KevinIlsen]

I’ve used a couple of similar, related approaches for intros in my songs. In one case, I used the melody from the last line of the chorus, and played it by arpeggiating the underlying chord progression. Since this was actually the end of the chorus (though the listener doesn’t know that yet!), it leads right into the verse. In another case, I played a little pentatonic riff on the low strings a couple times through, then came in with the chords and vocals. I repeated that riff later after each vocal line. Though I originally wrote and performed the song on acoustic guitar, when I later did it with a band, that intro (and the riff in general) became the bass player’s line, which would occasionally be doubled on guitar.

[@JeffintheD]

Do you have an example of you playing this? I'd like to see it, if so.

[@KevinIlsen]

@@JeffintheD as a matter of fact . . . Tonight I performed a few originals at an open mic night and I live streamed it on Instagram. I’m not sure why it’s rotated or how to fix it, but here it is. instagram.com/tv/CO1cMOSlGnh/?igshid=1ndre4gf0jn79

[@JeffintheD]

@@KevinIlsen thanks man, I enjoyed that video. Must be fun to stand up and play for people.

[@CiaoMoody]

I do the same thing.

[@JeffintheD]

I see that a lot with lead parts played over the rhythm guitarist's chord progression. Thanks for explaining the possibilities of this as an intro.

[@hogrotten6897]

You are an excellent teacher !! I don't know if it's how you exsplain things or your personality.... It just clicks.

[@CSMcVay]

Very nice! Lessons like these can easily kick start someone’s song writing aspirations. You don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Great video, man.

[@geordiescott2029]

The most beautiful things are simple things

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[@lindamurphy2225]

Just came across this video and have been poking around at guitar for many years with little improvement. I'm hoping your videos will help. I especially appreciate the enthusiasm and joy you display in this video. Thank you & blessings to you!

[@tonytypesalot]

Feels pretty good to have stuff like this confirmed by an accomplished musician.

[@jacquesraymond2591]

Incredible and fabulous piece of advice. And so simply explained. Thank you so much.

[@crouchingturbo]

I remember thinking Weezer's Island In The Sun had a cool little intro riff, turns out it's just the 4 chords from the verse using voicings on strings 1-3.

[@bumblebeechris]

this was awesome thank you

[@StichMethodGuitar]

Very welcome

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My brother I just found your channel and wanted to say thanks for the video and I love your energy. New sub.

[@michaeleissler9977]

Bro ur smile is contagious it’s awesome ur teaching us all while having a good time ❤️

[@LuciensMusic]

Ive been using a Danelectro U2 for this purpose,it goes great with the acoustic parts : )

[@rockermonkey9366]

Dude. Im learning to play the uke not guitar but am getting so much from your vids just but the way you explain things. It’s too bad it’s so late at night I got so many more to check out haha

[@TheMightyKingzuru]

In few words; This is Gold!!

[@CharlieRootsMusic]

You deserve a nobel prize for these lessons

[@DavidLaFerney]

Been working on those top string triads. Again - why oh why isn’t that taught right away to beginners?

[@maxvega2931]

Awesome lesson. Simple but powerful. Thank you.

[@zenrobotninja]

Love how understandable and applicable your lessons are, thank you!

[@lemmonsAREyellow]

this is grrrrrreat!!! So simple but so very helpful !!! Thanks so much for bringing this to light ;) ❤

[@joekt22]

Thanks for sharing, explained very nicely and you said it simply! Awesome Stiich

[@ConnerE2007]

Thanks you so much! This helped me a lot!

[@estebanb7166]

Great content. I've played bass for a little while, now picking up the guitar. So helpful. Subbed.

[@TheAllthegoodstuff]

Simple but really well delivered. Thankyou, sir.

[@tim9430]

Great and yet simple concepts. Thanks for sharing...subscribed.

[@shawnchapin9684]

Thank you for the tips man. This helps in more ways than one.

[@boto8043]

I used it, it worked. Thanks

[@SoxArizona]

Just discovered your channel. Your lessons are a bit out of my talent range but you seem like a cool guy and I love what you're doing!

[@StichMethodGuitar]

Thanks man, just getting ready for tomorrow’s video launch. Enjoy the channel!

[@johnmjennings2144]

First visit, new fan! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@ek2thehands]

Just what I needed, thanks so simple.

[@obifitz4482]

Great Lesson. Thank You

[@peterbarnes955]

A great tip Ian, thanks and happy holidays/vacation/road trip ...

[@zaz4667]

love the fundamental review! Always something to learn! Thanks!

[@michaelcerkez3895]

Reminds me of The Seekers song I'll Never Find Another You, check out the intro by the guy playing the 12 string. Good lesson Stich

[@dbrew2u]

First example sounds a little like " Drivers Seat " . Some nice idea's . Thank You .

[@nathanmarshallmusic]

Good advice as always! Thanks and safe travels.

[@louieo.blevinsmusic4197]

Well dang, I feel like I should’ve figured this out. Thanks, brethren! Absolutely golden lesson. I saw your buddy playing one Elliott Smith’s guitars. He looked like he was about to cry and I get that. I def would’ve.

[@joeshea1010]

Pure genius again. Thank you!!

[@abbie_ff]

This is so satisfying to my brain tyvm

[@jonjeffries3265]

Hooks are great too.. as in "Something" by George Harrison "Reelin' in the Years" Steely Dan, etc..

[@solideomusical]

What is a 'hook'?

[@StephenJohnWhiting]

I love little songwriting tips like this!

[@markc8302]

Great lesson. Thanks

[@BoilingOboe]

Thank you for this! Really helpful :)

[@richardfettig5974]

that's what I love about the guitar ...you can go any ware !

[@harshitbad]

This is great stuff

[@famouslydeadmusic784]

" Oh Geez Louise" LOL it was funny ! but this was a really helpful tip thankyou for sharing

[@deans.8659]

Great lesson! So happy to have it found. Every guitar player should know these chord alternatives. The chords in this video remind me to Eric Clapton's Let It Grow!!

[@guntergfa]

Danke für die Vorführung! War sehr interessant.

[@j.p.bratcher5269]

That's a beautiful guitar.

[@polygraphovich]

👍 You can also do that when playing with other guitarists so you all don’t play in the same register. Or play inversions from the others, etc.

[@that_robguy]

That was why Slash didn't ;like jamming with Buckcherry. He said they were just playing the same thing he was lol

[@michaelslawinski1821]

Letting out trade secrets! Lol. Great video!

[@jacobmac6118]

You're a great teacher, thank you

[@malcolmbrewer]

It's nice to be reminded

[@scolpitts]

Great tip!

[@frankdion2174]

Yep, you nailed it...Thx...

[@redalaska]

Love it. Subscribed

[@StichMethodGuitar]

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[@DocDanTheGuitarMan]

Thanks for this lesson

[@PZMaTTy]

This resource is used a lot in metal music, you have a riff intro with lo-fi eq without drums, and the chorus is basically the same but more energetic

[@michaeljam2132]

Love it!

[@naduncan100]

Many thanks, simple, but quite lovely and very instructive.

[@FxnWaySheGoes]

Great info thanks! Got yourself a sub

[@that_robguy]

15 downvotes? Some people must be against valid and incredibly helpful information.

[@ThunderFalcon333]

Very cool and a great idea.

[@SeaLeigh]

Mind. Blown!

[@halfwayunder5432]

You had me at cake 🤤 Great tips thanks 🤟

[@scottklandl488]

Great insight, thanks for sharing

[@jolox.]

Great video! Shows the infinite multidimensionality of music!

[@TheForce_Productions]

2:09 Hello... Is there anybody in there?

[@martysparacino6682]

Ty, this video is very helpful!

[@pkortalk]

Good stuff. Clever chap you are.

[@MrCorky57]

Thanks mate good job

[@ront8270]

Great lesson stich ...what really fun is I see all the 1st 2nd 3rd string triads shapes the chords G & A to the cowboy chords ....great lesson ...great fun to improvise ty

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Nobody is happier than guitar theorists theorizing and sharing that knowledge.

[@StichMethodGuitar]

But that means you’re not as happy ☹️

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@@StichMethodGuitar Oh don't worry, I'm right there with you.

[@QBRX]

Wow, simple yet very cool.

[@timcallahan9894]

Thank you, Ian!

[@lorikent7158]

Love love love

[@skidco1]

Very informative.

[@MLFranklin]

That's pretty cool.

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[@prewettcr]

Oldie but goodie - thanks!

[@jakeadam279]

Koo lesson man

[@Dougs-Ear-Hole-Entertainment]

Thanks for helping me open my eyes.

[@robertrammullen6935]

You are such a kind person many many guitar lessons but there is a kind way you got it

[@thecatalunya1]

very helpful many thanks my friend..

[@kennyshortcake999]

Fantastic. Thank you😊🇬🇧

[@homeguitarplayer9482]

Simple tricks, nice. I'll use it. Thanks

[@nickcarlson6860]

Great tip and explanation. I’m playing an original song in front of about 150 folks in two days and I’m absolutely going to use this to spice up the intro. (Nothing like last minute changes!) Thanks!

[@UnclePopovski]

Just what I needed, thank you ! :D

[@douglasboyd8475]

That was cool. Like really cool!

[@red4life848]

Honestly man thanks

[@stevescontriano860]

Thank You

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Haha awesome video!

[@Sean-rg4br]

Brilliant ☺️

[@rzambory2938]

This is great, well done sir thank you thank you.