Steve Vai “Alien Guitar Secrets: EP5 - Ear Training"

[@gonzalopelletan4928]

Let's take a moment to appreciate that we are having a two-hour talk by Steve Vai himself, giving advice on music and life, completely free

[@jakedevries1455]

I know I'm blown away

[@evrencangündüz]

Why in the world, you dislike one of the best guitarists in the world? He’s giving free guitar lesson. It’s blessing from master. Even his ideas, and description is a blessing. Thank you Steive Vai

[@Shylock_82licks]

Agreeed totally....bastards they are

[@punishinggaming9566]

Agreed, its a shame how many over rated guitarist list he's on literally the reason I started playing the guitar, Vai is the shit.

[@eduardolong9084]

Some people don't like even of thenself...

[@brabiz67]

Idk. Not everybody likes Steve Vai? Totally fine and normal to have an opinion

[@bkmeahan]

because I dislike the fact that there aren't enough hours in the day to get close to what he can do without even thinking about it.

[@suhailgulati5682]

As much as I like his music, I'm a fan of his philosophy on life too. Being a nice and content human being is more important

[@commentfreely5443]

be excellent to each other

[@ruslanhasanov7653]

Love is the only truth in our world.

[@SpyneMetal]

I agree.

[@commentfreely5443]

this is how you develop ears on your fingers.

[@partharanke5925]

i gues its his experience of life rather than a philosophy!!

[@jakemixd]

“We started when shredding was a thing? No we didn’t. We created it!” - Steve (the living legend) Vai. ❤️

[@jonathandoda8762]

This is just a beautiful act of kindness and generosity. He's basically open sourcing all of his knowledge and insight. This is one of those rare videos where the techniques aren't the highlight. The meat and potatoes are the little tidbits that give insight into how he thinks about music and the instrument. Thank you, Steve.

[@hashysh13]

I think Steve was being very polite to the guy who was complaining about having to play BS gigs to get by.....I would've said he should be grateful that he's not asking "Do you want fries with that?" to get by instead of playing guitar. I've been playing for ages and am always very happy to get a paying gig playing instead of some other crap job that is miserable in countless ways. Thanks to Mr. Vai for putting these videos up, I always enjoy hearing/watching him play as well as listening to his stories and advice for us non virtuoso types. Cheers to him and hopefully he'll keep these coming as they're absolute gold. \m/

[@mixodorians12]

I love how he answered that question to that jazz musician of 25 years. It was beautiful, patient, respectful and kind.

[@sebastianmueller8378]

1:12:15 Steve Vai - Thank you so much for your answer!!! Although it wasnt my question, I can totally relate to the person who was asking it and I have been through a lot of these negative feelings towards being a professional musician. The answer you are giving here, from my experience, totally hits the spot and it almost drove me to tears. Thank you again, for sharing this wisdom (in a video about ear training).

[@ocipalla]

The most generous guitarist eveeeeeeeeer, in the time like this give us a free lessons, sharing knowledge and........performance......:) next episode i'm hoping to watch Tender surrender or For the love of God or Liberty or my fave off course THE BLOOD & TEARS...Thanks Steve

[@phenixreturns]

my ear works without any tab a good exercice kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmK7Y2yAlpqAebc

[@surfsunsand]

THIS IS THE MOST INCREDIBLE MUSIC/GUITAR EXPERIENCE. Someone with Steve's level of success to take the time and show you all this. Steve Vai is the real deal. Thanks for being a real gentleman. You are really a real nice guy. You are to Guitar was Sammy Hagar is to Tequila.

[@justenjoyinglife12]

I learnt today that you are not just a great musician and guitar player but also a very humble and a very wise man! Love you Steve! Please continue with these sessions!

[@alaryas]

For a while, listening to him sing the notes and play them in real-time, I transcended into another dimension.

[@exn641US]

I'm not a musician. I'm just a huge fan. These live streams are the best thing ever.

[@raymondortizrivera4368]

I used to play but im still a fan and a super gear nut still. Ive been getting the bug of playing again watching all these vids. I never got to shredding level but i had tons of fun in my early 20s, im 39 now. Never really jammed the same since though.

[@rcsproject627]

"Who else is hypnotized by Steve's incredible playing?" Thanks for sharing Steve. Cheers!!!

[@wild291]

Whatever some may say,the Net is a great thing after all. When i was a teenarger in the 80's i never dreamed i would have one day Steve Vai or any other great "Guitar Hero" giving me music lessons.

[@brandonc2859]

In 30 years you have never seen guitar world?

[@BWater-yq3jx]

I did, but those VHS Hot Licks tapes were damned expensive!

[@Zero_Ego]

Whole heatedly agree, I mean imagine even trying to get Steve Vai for a lesson? How much does he charge for a private lesson. haha (That's his secret) :) Again, it's seems to be the musician mentality to share. Musicians share all the time, we grow up with a "share" mind set. What other profession can boast such beautiful gift? If find few. Thanks Steve

[@rinosenese1767]

That s It!

[@iamdansimons]

Just messaged a mate saying exactly this! Little Dan of 1990 would blow his mind at the thought of this. Steve Vai taught me guitars can talk.

[@regularguyguitar]

Imagine where your guitar playing and improvisation would be if you spent 5 minutes a day, for the next 4 weeks, intentionally listening to, and singing the notes you are playing - what Steve talks about in the first 15 minutes. Do it! I’m going to. What a simple, yet powerful addition to your practice routine. I absolutely love Steve Vai’s philosophy. What a gift that he gives us in this video.

[@codysden1]

Thank you Steve...i have listened to your playing since 1988....thank you

[@naelz1114]

Your mind-blowing music made you a guitar hero, Mr. Vai..But these videos show your dedication to your fans and that's what makes you a legend..We truly appreciate it!

[@Olpaj]

The part at 1:12:13 - 1:38:44 was very inspiring, thank you Steve. I don't have musical education (I know the basics though), but I'm also struggling to find inspiration to focus on developing my musical skills.

[@ludwigmack]

This part was so awesome!

[@BrainiacFingers]

Yes, that was a beautiful answer to a question that obviously came from an angry place.

[@talmaimon4534]

Found this at the right time. To be honest he's talking about a musical career but this advice is applicable to any career you pursue.

[@nicolasdanielromerofeldman2439]

im crying

[@bozziovai]

Find an appreciation with what you have...... Cliché advice but it holds true to everyone.... Vai is truly my god

[@brianengelhart9982]

have been playing for 45 years, I still get inspiration from these videos..

[@donald-parker]

It is vital to train your ears .... because every tab you find on the internet is wrong.

[@Psychicbluefire]

my ears arent the best, but i can easily see the difference in how wrong some tabs are

[@tmgasia]

Lol! yeah! I know right, it was hard on my teen self! I hated those dick heads! don't know why sell crap... haiz... thank goodness I learnt not to rely on them as much, but I have to admit, I'm a bit of an "extremist" and not the convention, hope you found your way around your hurdles too!

[@AleexSolanoo]

@@jesseclaborn749 songsterr is a really good one too

[@lucindairis8085]

Donald Parker is that what is going on? Everything makes sense

[@bestboy897]

True

[@randyhale9780]

hi steve... randy hale. i met you at sir in 1985 or 86. you were auditioning keyboard players for the david lee Roth tour and i carried a keyboard out to your car for you and your wife. .. you offered me a tech job and i was already committed to another tour ..but ive always regretted not being able to take that job. thanks for doing this. i was really struck by how nice you both were.

[@adamfstewart81]

Raise your hand if you're just learning what a humorous, kind, humble, generous soul Mr. Vai is. Legend!

[@Bangkokguitar]

Such a humbling individual, who is so poetic at explaining many musical complexities is such simplistic and enjoyable ways. It is a conversation within itself.

[@hi-guitar]

42:32 And here comes another one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpbFhHiHoLKCqZI This time featuring dominant 7th, minor 7th, major 7th and sus chords. I played along myself yesterday and absolutely love the vibe! Great fun! Enjoy yourselves!

[@floriankockott]

Great! Thanks!

[@cepherz]

after about 25 years I am finally getting a Jem since i just started playing again after 20 years...passion and warfare was the album i grew up with....thank you Mr Vai for designing the ultimate guitar to own...nothing else comes close at least for me..

[@duckfootjohnson8927]

Great lesson. The most valuable part was your answer to the question about his attitude. Important for every human not just guitar players. Beautiful that you took the time and answered that guy with such compassion and empathy. Truth with no bullshit. Brought tears to my eyes. I can be guilty of a bad attitude myself sometimes. Thank you Steve.

[@leonelcenteno3816]

"Teaching others is an honour", "Do your best in everything you do" , "Eliminate the term BS". Memorable and wise. Thank you Steve. Oh! and thanks for all the advise on ear training! Cheers from Costa Rica, I'll be in your show.

[@DavinzzieMusic]

Steve, you have been a great inspiration for almost all my life, but that you are also the most nice, humble and sweet person there is is a great gift. Namaste.

[@Mrgoofyoops]

I just found these videos of Mr. Vai’s, and I have to say that I am profoundly impressed by his depth of understanding of the human condition. I have been enjoying his music since I went to some of the F. Zappa concerts in 1980 with him playing brilliantly. I had no idea that his understanding had become so deep, but I absolutely love it.

[@MrSk8guyJr]

You and Devin Townsend have somehow reignited my passion for guitar. I can't thank the two of you enough for this. This pandemic has really taken a toll on my studies and mental health, as many others probably feel too. After almost a decade I finally wanted to pick up my guitar again and relearn everything, even the things I though I knew. You are an inspiration!

[@marknine8061]

a loooong time ago I was lucky enough to meet & attend a Master class w/ William Kanengiser - I asked him a question - cuz he played the classical guitar parts that Ralph Macchio acted in Crossroads - and I asked about Mr. Vai - what is he like? Mr. Kanageiser said he is just a great guy - a gentleman - who knew when to be the cool jazz / Zappa guitarist or the Rocker type ! Mr. Vai was in the phone book back in the day! Well Here is total proof that the guy is a true musician, a scholar & a gentleman - i.e. Free of ego and willing to share the knowledge of his craft! Thanks Mr. V

[@oscarsantos3739]

A million thanks. Having Steve Vai teaching me how to train my ears is just invaluable. So generous. So insightful. And so funny. The only snag is that he makes It look easy.

[@bosco5469]

Steve Vai ..thank u so so much ...i am 69 yrs old started playing guitar at 8 quit at 16...plinked around for years and almost 4 yrs ago started lessons and I am loving it...this video was so extremely helpful...thank u so much for sharing your knowledge ❤❤

[@rafaelpereira4787]

Steve, você e o Joe Satriani são mágicos!! Obrigado por compartilhar suas músicas e seus conhecimentos conosco. Steve, you and Joe Satriani are magical!! Thanks for share your musig and your knowledge with us!

[@Toledo394]

Comentário com legendas, gostei! 😋

[@pietroflostia7260]

The answer between about 1:14 and 1:38 is possibly one of the best analysis and piece of advice I have ever listened to, on any subject.

[@cymnet]

I love the two screensavers moving completely synchroniously in the corner

[@jeffsheridan9910]

You creative mind has never stopped exploring and you've never rested on your laurels. From the Zappa days, Alcatraz ,your solo work,DLR and on and on. Blessed to lived in the time that a handful of guitarist rewrote the book... yes I've heard you say that artists like yourself are standing on the shoulders of those before them and I agree. But just like Jimi and Eddie, you inspired so many to pick up the guitar. I'd put you on the Mount Rushmore of guitarist alongside Jimi,Edward and Allan. Thanks for all the great music and thanks for the amazing recent podcast with Dweezil. Look forward to whatever you release next.

[@bestboy897]

This lesson is pure gold. Never been into Vai's music, but his knowledge and wisdom is incredible

[@Strings-jg2to]

So many great players out there and Steve Vai still stands out. When you hear a song you know who is playing.

[@ttttot]

27:05 - 28:22 . Vai revealed the ultimate secret to playing guitar

[@brundleface]

ahahahahahahahaha!

[@porscheman998]

He could have revealed a cure for cancer. I guess we'll never know. . .

[@ruenzio]

OMG

[@TheGARCK]

I can lip read YESSS

[@primalguitar137]

😂😂😂

[@beltranthomasmusic]

Steve Vai, you the man. People disrespect you so much it makes me mad. You are a legend

[@DavidGoodland]

These regular uploads MUST not stop when quarentine ends please!!!. Love it Steve, thank you.

[@valeriocesarini5661]

I had the honour of interviewing Steve a couple years ago. Probably the best interview I've ever done, we ended up chatting for two hours and I'll always be thankful for him to actually gift me with his time. There's so many things we just casually chatted about that didn't end up in the interview, I am very lucky and would kill to do it again :)

[@lambdaman3228]

Yes officer. This guy right here. Premeditated murder is the charge.

[@fillo1971]

Grazie grazie grazie, Steve, in questo momento il mio paese, l'Italia come dal resto in USA è una cosa indescrivibile spiegare cosa ho nel cuore, ma tu riesci ad addolcire con la tua musica tutto questo. Che persona fortunata sono, perché ho avuto ed ho il privilegio di aver ascoltato la tua musica la tua chitarra. Grazie a dio per questo. E certamente non per ultimo grazie a TE.

[@vulcanguru]

Thank you, Master Vai, for this lesson. You've covered about a year's worth of classes in these two hours. And your insights into our mind and ego are illuminating. Please keep them coming!

[@JamesAGuitar]

Steve, man I'm really touched by how you responded to some of the questions that others might have just dismissed. You're really an amazing person. Love the mental game talk. Keep it up! This is so deep. Off to train my ear some more... :). Thank you!

[@youngzombie6342]

Every time i hear you Mr Vai, i can not believe your warming kindness. You are sharing Knowledge in the very best way, and i can not Thank you enough. Maybe you don't realize, but you are something like God level tier to me. And watching a God coming down to teach... and such kidness way, it's so powerful... even if i already came trough all that path you talking to, i know there is so many others getting it, or not, but someday they will understand what you are doing and how hard it is to do so. Thanks again.

[@shifushay]

One of the best KZbin videos I've ever seen. Thank you Steve!!!

[@chadm4976]

You have been my teacher since I was 17. I unlearned everything and learned to speak music as a language. People don't speak math. Thanks for all the effort!

[@timotot123]

Thank you Steve Vai for the generosity of your time. This is invaluable stuff, especially those who are just starting out and need some clear and professional guidance. Please share as much as you are willing to of your craft

[@rayberczik7251]

I remember reading interviews and lessons from Steve in the 80's. I never thought I'd be able to watch video of his lessons for free!!!! Awesome! And he offers up advice that can change your way of thinking about things and help you create a positive lookout. So a music teacher and life coach, who'd have thunk it!!

[@realNormanSmith]

“Eyes on your fingers.” You’re definitely a kindred spirit Steve! I have used this kind of finger memory to learn the algorithm solution for the basic Rubik’s cube as well. Thank you 🙏 for these insightful lessons. A private guitar lesson from Steve Vai is like something from a dream. Merrily,life is but a dream! I’m 50 now and really enjoying exploring my inner song. Music is it’s own reward Thank you for sharing in this beautiful gift of musical communication. One way to make the world a better place is to create good vibrations and pass them on. Nobody does that better than you brudda! Sincerely,Stormy Normy #sonicmantra

[@realNormanSmith]

Great philosophical perspectives also Steve....”When you want what you have,THEN you’ll have what you want.”... Simply beautiful.🙏

[@realNormanSmith]

I agree. Anger is a useless emotion. When we get angry our brains release neurotoxins that actually make us and those around us feel bad. Our choice of emotions is contagious. 😷🎸

[@positivevibration7145]

Algorythm for a Rubiks cube...omg I just skeeted myself

[@jaredlutz787]

It’s said to be careful and not to meet your childhood heroes because of the pedestal you create in your mind about them. It’s a recipe for disappointment. I can unequivocally tell you two things about Steve Vai. 1st. Is that he is every bit as grounded, real and humble as he comes across in these videos. Truly a great presence not just a great guitar player. 2nd. If you have the opportunity to meet him, take the time and do so. You will not be disappointed. As a child Steve was my superman, and as an adult I had the chance to meet him and I found him to not just be superman he is a super man. Corny I know, but it was a great pleasure and experience to meet your childhood hero and not be let down. I am more than sure, he understands this, and it is this integral connection to people and his audience that makes him great.

[@worstusername22]

The Internet is Awesome... We're experiencing life with Steva Vai at this very second.

[@awiwiripapiri9337]

Yeah Internet is the tool nowadays

[@lucindairis8085]

sunriser2020 So true while he is with us. That’s why it’s so good. Is it any wonder he has so many fans

[@PooNinja]

I’m a few seconds behind but it’s still awesome AF

[@mickmccluand4677]

20 mins in and what Steve is describing is the basis of how I play. I wouldn't have a clue if I'm using a mode or whatever but I know I can move around the neck and create a different mood, 'Colour' is an awesome way to put it. So good to see a video leaning toward ear, intuition and soul rather than robotic break downs of other peoples music. Well done sir.

[@matthewmuziani1961]

I honestly feel that when this quarantine is over I will come out a better person because of these alien guitar secrets and under it all sessions Steve is doing. From the bottom of my heart man, thank you!

[@aylbdrmadison1051]

With that intention that's exactly what will happen. Never stop growing, and remember to internally give credit to yourself as well. ^-^

[@kunal_k_]

A good thought, indeed 🌟 You can attach several other "life" inspiring/changing aspects, basically go beyond even music, on to the overall wellbeing for life & living - why the heck NOT! Quarantine, no Quarantine - one should develop habits, once focus is formed & blueprint is created.. Taking charge of whole life, few months & years down the line, one would be *amazeballed* where Life has reached, surprisingly creating & changing Versions of thy self 1.0, 2.0, 3.0 it's a streak to go by, and is rewarding beyond mere mind's understanding, and addicting in best form. 💫

[@KCliffMusic]

I love how real he is trying to convey a musical mind. It’s not about the rigid thoughts going into your playing, it’s the feel.

[@screamengine]

Steve: What you're doing now with these videos is an incredible offering for us all. You're an influence of mine for sure but I cannot play your stuff nor do I want to. My hands are just different plus I'm afraid the universe will perceive me as a storage medium lol. Much love, Brother! Let's pray to Lindsay Buckingham that everyone stays healthy and happy out there. :)

[@kennethdileo6578]

Beautiful....

[@rpmoore04]

Some people call it "thinking outside the box".. "the box" being stringent to theory. But I have always found that "creativity" has no box... it just "is", in the moment. My 2 cents.

[@diegoambrosio9121]

A lesson with Steve Vai?! I have been waiting for this for decades. Pity I am an old man and cannot become an accomplished guitar player. Still, I watch it with wide open eyes and ears, and also appreciative to this fabulous opportunity!

[@diegoambrosio9121]

Steve, a question: do you happen to feel you don't like your music after you finish writing it? I happen to feel excited many times when writing a song, but when it comes to listening to the material, the excitement turns to misery. Will you, please share a perspective to cope with such distress?

[@timbozarth144]

So glad I found this, HI STEVE! You already know, Adam Jones from tool totally incorporated Bad Horsie into 7empest on new album. My brother Josh got me into you many years ago when I started being trained in guitar around age 12-13, now I'm 30, I started out with a lot of your amazing stuff, and in the past few years started getting back into your stuff. I love it all, you're truly blessed, and I learned the guitar part of the young kid who battled you in crossroads lol, while my teacher at the time played your part. You're rock solid and right outside the box in all the right ways. Thanks for your influence Sensai Vai! Wish we could jam sometime!

[@1badsteed]

The ear/mouth gasm at 1:50 is amazing! Steve, your playing is so incredible. I have enjoyed the feel and intensity of your playing for over 30 years now. Thanks for all you do in music.

[@naldo7102]

Você é incrível! Um dos melhores!

[@shwetank49]

I can't thank you enough for this Steve. For me, who has never had a teacher, getting lessons from one of my heroes is the best thing ever. THANK YOU!

[@biggils8894]

0:00 I used to played this album full blast to get to sleep from noisy Neighbors. Lol. The best White noise therapy ever!

[@OtySunset]

The idea of singing the notes you are playing is the best lesson! I started doing this a time ago and it really made a difference on the way I learn songs. Checking tabs on internet was left behind. Cooler part is this lesson being given by Vai himself.

[@samplings]

I just bought your book! Arrived today, very excited to read it.

[@ferramirez4570]

Which Book?

[@mojopin70]

Which book is this?

[@MrDREAMSTRING]

The 1:12:10 - 1:38:40 part made me cry. Can't say enough how much I appreciate these words. Thanks, Steve.

[@happyspaceinvader508]

Wisdom, just pure wisdom. Especially in this day and age where so many people only dream of being famous (e.g. via KZbin, Tik Tok, etc).

[@hakandilek6815]

Some of the best life advice right here.

[@fullmoonjudgesson8440]

Wish there was youtube when i was a teenager learning to play . Golden tips and methods .frankly youngsters it's not to be taken for granted. Having this generous and prolific lessons from the master. All u need is a guitar an amp and time .thanks mr vai

[@JoshuaPatrickGarrett]

I just spent time writing and recording my solo for my song Son of El Elyon. Using a plectrum on a classical is tough. I almost bought a Charvel DK24 HSH to make it easier on myself.

[@Yngsatchvai]

I like the sound of a pick with a classical, nails sounds best though.

[@azharkhan8796]

Buy the DK24, youll definitely like it.

[@JoshuaPatrickGarrett]

I ended up getting an RG-550PM on Jan 1st. First purchase of the year. :D

[@prorenzo]

Since I've been Loving You is my FAVOURITE song of all time and almost NOBODY around me knows of the song, even my musician friends. And then finally Steve Vai himself mentions it was one of the first tunes he learnt. This is a huge thing to me personally!

[@TheFlagnard2]

Steve Vai: Does literal sorcery. Also Steve Vai: "I chose an easy one to play for ya." Me: o-0

[@jermainefunchessE]

Steve I love you man my favorite 😮

[@tmgasia]

Loved the show... watched it last night in Singapore 3-5am... in a way thank goodness for this "lockdown" and thank goodness for generosity! Muahahahaha... Thank you Steve, I learnt a lot last night! Fyi guys, where ever you are in the world, approach these vids with kindness and attention and you'll learn a lot more, less reactions to emotions, Listen more... Stop bashing that "poor jazz guy"...

[@thomaspappas2851]

I never realized how much Steve Vai is like the modern Jeff Beck. Liquid slithery snake like lead lines and his sense of Groove and ability to do these massive slides from one portion of the fretboard to the next with that circular vibrato and tremolo bar manipulation his remarkable. Regardless of what people may think he doesn't rely on many gimmicks going crazy with tapping but rather placing tasteful taps for a purpose, he doesn't spend his time just burning through scales based on repeating triplets quadruplets 5, 6 or 7 note groupings. He really shows a lot of restraint despite the fact that it's guitar dominant instrumental music. His Focus really is always in the melody regardless of whether he's playing slow or fast but he never shreds for longer than necessary. There is always a purpose behind his flurries and it always serves the song and the Melody. I think when he first came on the scene, the only people you had to compare him to or guys like Joe Satriani Eddie Van Halen Warren demartini Yngwie Malmsteen George Lynch etcetera and when I listened back to all the players of the 80s who are good, I think Steve was perhaps the most original and certainly the most quirky but without a doubt the most restrained and rarely resorts to look at this parlor trick I am doing. Don't get me wrong, there are plenty of parlor tricks on guitar that are very challenging for any player but once you become extremely proficient at some if you practice long enough for you it's a parlor trick, some of the sweeping, Legato lines and tapping by guys unlike Van Halen who seamlessly integrated it into his style so when he did it it wasn't like watch this guitar acrobatic trick I learned during the middle of the song where it was inappropriate. But Steve Vai was never like the guitar player who I compare to a flashy actor in a kung fu movie who's doing a gymnastics routine for 5 minutes rather than simply doing the most direct thing to win the fight. unlike those Shameless show-offs people who do that aren't really showing anything Musical everything Steve Vai does has a musical purpose and if it's experimental it's never intended to be a technical trick but rather it's intended to take the melodic and harmonic content of the song to a different place. Whenever people start to believe that certain players who've been around for a while are not as relevant as they once were, that only applies to guys who are not the true innovators. People like Eddie Van Halen (RIP), Joe Satriani and Steve Vai, Eric Johnson, Larry Carlton, Jimi Hendrix, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Robben Ford, John McLaughlin. Al Dimeola, Billy Conners to name a few continue to evolve as players and will always be considered the all-time greats regardless of where new techniques take the guitar. although certain techniques are just the way certain people play such as Stanley Jordan who has been around for 40 years, Allan Holdsworth (RIP) and Tosin Abasi. they are all remarkable players but I think that some of their approaches to the instrument will certainly inspire people to do different things, but it seems like when people get so far outside the reservation , it is really their own thing and to make it the new thing all guitar players must learn seems unrealistic given its highly personalized nature.

[@safdarmahmood2182]

90 people who disliked were conspiracy theorists and were literally searching for "alien guitar secrets" but ended up clicking on Steve Vai's alien guitar secrets.

[@ovonisamja8024]

This is invaluable wisdom. If only I could have heard this when I was a kid. I recognise myself in so many of the things that he mentions. It's as if he's talking directly to me. Thank you mister Vai.

[@JonasCraftUltimate]

This is the coolest shit ever. Loved seeing his modern primitives set at STARMUS in Norway 2017. Also shook Vai’s MASSIVE hands lol

[@Antonio-re9dq]

Hearing and seeing you play is a unique pleasure. Thank God that you exist in this world.

[@stormrider923]

Hi Steve, This may be a strange question but very important i think: How do you eat during the day for optimal performance, sharpness, learning, creativity and practicing. So basicly what is your advice on a diet for optimal performance. This is not about not being a vegetarian. I was traditionally brought up with 3 meals a day, but I find myself not sharp, productive, creative for a long time after each meal.

[@Samvalentinemusic]

I found myself wondering about the same thing... normally i during meals i try to focus on other aspects of musicality, or just listening to disks.. keep the mind engage.

[@fernandoreynaaguilar1438]

Mr. A Mulder: I urge to try Intermittent Fasting with a Ketogenic Diet. You might find loads of info right here on KZbin with the most knowledgeables Dr. Jason Fung and Dr. Eric Berg.

[@fernandoreynaaguilar1438]

@@Samvalentinemusic : I urge to try Intermittent Fasting with a Ketogenic Diet. You might find loads of info right here on KZbin with the most knowledgeables Dr. Jason Fung and Dr. Eric Berg.

[@t-boog2173]

I started playing guitar in 1981 at age 10 and I'm so glad that for the first 6 years or so, I had no idea what Tab was. I wore out tape player after tape player learning songs & solos and I developed a great ear from doing that. Later on, I started teaching guitar and I noticed that the students who learned songs mostly from Tab seemed to lack feel, touch, smoothness, and heart. I would give them homework to try to build their ear & their feel but most were just lazy and spoiled for Tab. Bottom line, It's SUPER important to build your inner ear! It's okay to learn some songs from Tab too but always learn it while playing with the track. I also suggest downloading a relative pitch app on your phone. Think about it... Weightlifters HAVE TO develop their muscles, Artist HAVE TO develop their inner eye, and musicians HAVE TO develop their inner ear. Rock On!

[@RadioEQ]

If something good came out of covid 19 it's the Steve Vai lessons and chats!!! Such a smooth style of playing I always had a rough style especially when not recording you're very melodic but a hint of raw energy and raspy tone. Thanks for the ear training lesson!!! -Carlos Right on;)

[@TheKorgborg]

Thank you for Saturday, it feels like I've seen somebody really play the guitar for the first time. And the combination with the MO is just pure magic

[@aylbdrmadison1051]

31:40 Pretty sure I had the same book as a kid. _Since I've Been Loving You_ is the first guitar solo I learned note for note all the way through.

[@codynunez5246]

1:12:13 - 1:38:44 powerful insights not only for musicianship as a vocation but life in general that feels and sounds fresh unlike the crap you see from guru's and business types on Social Media

[@Beinlausi]

"Music has its written language, but it's audio." - Steve Vai. I might want to make that a T-shirt. If I may...

[@montsamu]

Post a link, take my money. (Well, after next payday.)

[@matthewmuziani1961]

I would definitely buy one

[@RuiPedroRocha]

Language also has its.... well... :) written languages but it's audio! :P

[@ommishra9778]

I can make one for you guys

[@shahin1231]

It's been half an hour since I started watching this and the only thing that I don't know right now is how to thank you sir, It's crazy how I can learn from one of the most skilled guitarists of all times and also a wise man like you through the internet from Iran, I'm so glad that I've found this video and I thank you so much for sharing it🙂

[@cauchsi]

Long Life to the Master!

[@markwahanik]

Came to train my musical ear and left with extraordinary advice for life. Thanks for your time, Steve, it's greatly appreciated.

[@TheSaintedOne]

Can we get a whole album of you just matching the notes with your voice? Like a scat-solo album.

[@lopezb]

This is a remarkable lesson. I've been playing for decades and am getting so much out of it! He's very straightforward and open,this is a real gift to us all.

[@CheddaChief]

27:05 lost audio for a bit just FYI...but, great lesson......

[@rusdeeToob]

Yeah, I thought it was just me/ my phone that cut out, but glad it's not. I'll go back and try to read lips while the audio is out! Thanks for mentioning this as well.

[@zZzoosSs]

Without emotional connection, any piece would be similar to a computer generated music. Steve's art is an example of emotional connection at its best. Love your music. Thanks Steve.

[@ashuzguitar]

Timestamps as public service 5:19 5:49 7:03 7:30 8:42 9:55 11:16 15:45 16:27 17:12 *****20:45** - **26:50** Developing intimate personal relationship with the color of the chord* 30:11 41:55 43:33

[@johnnypatterson77]

I will sit here for hours just to listen to what you have to say Mr. Vai, the way I see it is you can never get enough information especially from a master like you. This journey I call guitar I've been on for 29 years is the one thing in my life that has always been there for me through the good times and the bad, so I want to learn as much as humanly possible to be the best player I can be.

[@BWater-yq3jx]

19:04 Actually, Phrygian mode has a natural 5th. The flat 2nd is the thing. What gets played here first is a Locrian mode (flat 2nd & flat 5th) . Then on the higher parts he starts playing a natural 5th, so it becomes a Phrygian.

[@amytavmukherjee]

Wow! What an honor to hear from the master himself. Some of the things he discussed has seriously shifted my perspective on things. Thank you Mr. Steve Vai🙏🏼