Jorma Kaukonen gives Dan Erlewine a fingerpicking lesson

[@extremelydave]

It's so nice to see someone from the 60's who made it thru in good shape. Jorma is the man. Thanks for all the music over all the years Jorma. Peace.

[@65Superhawk]

Jack too!!!

[@philidor9657]

@@65Superhawk Jack is the man. As is tradition for bassists, he never gets the attention he deserves...but he's a killer musician and him and Jorma make a timeless team.

[@bradleybrown8399]

AMAZING! The guys shows up ALREADY wearing a mic

[@EbonyPope]

Professional musicians are always prepared. ;)

[@wellshouston2869]

i realize Im quite randomly asking but do anyone know a good site to stream new tv shows online?

[@4Naturalgreen]

One of the all time greatest guitar players. Acoustic and electric. Rock and blues. A juggernaut of skill, talent, and class. Jorma Kaukonen. He gets better with age.

[@vanrozay8871]

Most StewMac viewers know Dan mostly as a guitar tech, but old Ann Arbor folks like me remember him as a very skilled blues player and damn good country/swing picker. Not as much a finger-picker as a flat-pick whiz, but smooth, i wanna tell ya. Modest guy, but turn him loose and watch out! He soloed on a demo I made for Electra Records, and I wouldn't have preferred Chet!

[@gomez10969]

you mean old A2 people?

[@michaelsteven1090]

Ann Arbor?..I was born there in '59..Was he there then?

[@timothydaniels504]

Jorma is a fabulous teacher. His Homespun courses are classics.

[@shermanhoman6666]

The dynamic between two good friends, thing of beauty!

[@JohnEAdams]

Thanks Dan! Been a Jorma fan for 44 years, just saw him play a solo show a few months ago and it was off the scale!

[@evilrob58]

He gets such amazing tones. Beautiful playing.

[@mikeadams4605]

If you get a chance make sure and go see Jorma live. He is wonderful in a small venue....just a great player

[@telebob5983]

Have't had such an opportunity lately, but in 1988 or so when Jorma lived around Woodstock I saw him twice in a very intimate setting at the old Pursuit Of Happiness Cafe in Liberty, NY. On one of those occasions he played an old Fender LTD archtop! He did not disappoint.

[@davidc3857]

lol Been going to see Jorma & Jack since the early 70s, seen him play dozens & dozens of times, they never fails to put on a good show... except perhaps, the show he did in the Comack arena in Long Island NY in the late 70s, musta been in the 1976-77 area of time.... Lotta bad acid circulating the arena at that concert & there were some folks flipping our & having a fight in the parking lot throwing bottles, blood everywhere, ughh.... Aside from that particular show, I've never been disappointed by Jorma & Jack.... 😁 Got a chance to meet Jorma at one of his shows back in 1982, it was the night before I got married to my first wife... the marriage was a wash but meeting Jorma that particular night was cool....

[@willmcgregor7856]

Amazing. I wish there was daily stew mac vids

[@johnparker7784]

Jourma is a rip off artist. His Fur Peace ranch is all based on extreme greed.

[@Baci302]

Huh? How so?

[@golds04]

National treasure- both of them/ and Satcmo! Great. Ty to you both for all the smiles you bring to people. Keep those lamps trimmed and burning.

[@mat900ft]

What a privilege to see the master at work! And another book on my must buy list!

[@tonybeach4725]

I love the videos and the history on this Channel.. always left with a smile after watching.

[@JohnHorneGuitar]

Another great video showcasing the world-class people in our little town.

[@AlexAbuyuan]

I had the pleasure of going out the Fur Peace Ranch for a workshop and I have to say it was one of the best experiences in my guitar education journey. Food was awesome and the vibe was so cool - no one judges your playing and you feel free to learn without feeling any pressure. I recommend anyone interested should do it - get out there - you will not forget it. And he's such a cool dude as this video shows. Love it!

[@kennethparker1032]

Many years ago I worked at Brooks Cameras in Stonestown (near SF State University in San Francisco). Jorma was a customer there (he is quite a good photographer) who would often hang out and chat with us for quite a long time. He was one of the first "celebrities" I ever met, and, without question, one of the nicest people. It is great seeing him hang out with Dan!

[@FIGGY65]

Thanks for the memories of the Brooks store there. I went to SI and spent some time there!

[@chord972]

Book and audio ordered. Thank you! Jorma is a national treasure.

[@TomTobin67]

There's not a lot of people I would pay for guitar lessons from but Jorma is one I would because he's a top notch musician.

[@matthewkleinmann]

Not only that, but Jorma has a way about him, he makes it look easy and I think if he were there in person he may impart parts of that on you.

[@davidc3857]

Go out to Fur Peace Ranch, he gives lessons out there in Ohio...

[@TomTobin67]

I live in southern California.

[@davidc3857]

Tom Tobin, That's not terribly far from the opportunity of a lifetime to be guided & taught by one of rock & rolls greatest guitarists.... I'm in Florida now but my have a house in Laurel Canyon in L.A. It's modest compared to many others there but some of the history of the surrounding homes in the canyon were once homes to some of some pretty choice & notable rockers... I'd really love to buy Peter Torks notorious party house in the canyon but we can't possibly afford that right now..... perhaps someday? Hehehe

[@progholio]

2 masters of their craft on one screen, very cool!

[@HometownFan-g3y]

I love the sound of Jorma's singing voice as much as I do his speaking. great guy! Thx Fellows!

[@anneglass8084]

This really makes me smile. Two of the nicest guys you’ll ever meet as well.

[@swingset1969]

I've met both the men either in guitar repair clinics or at Fur Peace, and I was privileged to stand in the company of craftsman who were generous with their knowledge.

[@damnyankeex1]

What great, down to earth guy Jorma is. Oh, and you too Dan! I'd love to see more celeb drop ins to the shop.

[@jojomama4787]

"When Jorma talks,people listen"!Love that guy...

[@sarasarah1810]

Nothing but luv for Jorma.💜💜💜 and Skip, Signe, Marty, Jack, Spencer, Mickey, and Grace. Ty for all the flights....many blessings to you and yours...great share btw tyvm.👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@aroe3896]

also Paul

[@aroe3896]

@@sarasarah1810 Joey Covington was late stage JA, but he's also the musician who brought Papa John Creech into the JA/HFT orbit.

[@Pushyhog]

Was drinking a beer in 70’s in small bar in santa monica with jorma, he had longer hair of course. I didn’t even knoe till he told me, i had never seen hot tuna. Hes got that smile.

[@bearthompson6506]

I've followed Dan to make a couple of uses but just stumbled across this one with Jorma. Just so special and really made my day. Thanks for posting the vid!

[@gaetanb.]

a monument!, thanks for this marvelous moment.

[@brucespruce4689]

"Cant believe my friends let me go out dressed that" Lol even the real "hippies" thought they looked stupid. Great vid. I string in similar fashion. Always enjoyed Jorma's playing and his bluesy intuition. Honestly he is one of the most influential players on my playing style. I had a lot of Airplane and Hot Tuna in my collection. I never grow tired of listening to Volunteers and live versions of Rock Me Baby. Burgers is awesome too.

[@bradleybrown8399]

it's magical,the way it goes from three strings to five then BACK to three!

[@manuelgchapajr4472]

On of America’s Rock and Roll Treasures! Thank You for all of your Great Music

[@georgebentley-ricardo9445]

Amazing, outstanding and truly inspiring to me. Many many thanks.

[@tomstern1681]

That was super. Thank you so much for making this video. This was a joy to watch!

[@jake33284]

When these guys are gone they’re gone forever with all of their knowledge. I’m a metal head and have been forever but I respect the diverse walks of life that these guys have come from and lived. Dan you’re a legend.

[@65Superhawk]

Saw acoustic Hot Tuna 2/18/22 in Franklin, TN. Amazing. Ended with Water Song and it was as good as any from the 70s

[@williamchristian8389]

I watch Jorma's Fur Peace Ranch every Saturday night live on youtube. One of my biggest joys of life!!! You should watch.

[@vicweast]

Child of the 60's here... LOVE Jorma & Jack's playing! They are icons... "If you don't know Jorma, you don't know Jack"

[@textucker1158]

A master sharing his music. Great player great man.

[@Baci302]

Great video. Thanks Stew! ... and Jorma! You're a genius. I love the way you teach. Hopefully, I'll get out to The Ranch one of these days.

[@usmessenger3199]

SO GREAT TO HAVE THIS VIDEO TO WATCH ,AND LEARN FROM ,TWO MASTERS OF THERE TRADE..🐟😎🎸🔊🎶☮️🎼 BOB.

[@organjoe]

Wow, this is so great - THANKS!

[@knuckle47]

My first exposure to Jorma and the Jefferson Airplane was back in 1970 at the Fillmore East when Jethro Tull had to cancel and they offered an exchange for Airplane tickets ! Long time ago. Dan, great job on the Orpheum, THANKS!

[@miaouew]

Watched this guy play at Woodstock (the movie, of course...I wasn't born until the late 80s) super cool to see him now!

[@gregmodelle7343]

You guys are GREAT!

[@daleskidmore1685]

I've got a nice, happy smile on my face from that, thank you. I think I learnt the song a few years ago ( not as good as this, though ) will have to check my old song book. Thanks for sharing.

[@thomasmasgay6545]

Mr. Kaukonen, That's the first time I have ever knowingly seen anybody play an M-30. I was beginning to "fret" over the question if they really existed outside my home. The picture on left of screen is mine. There is one major difference between yours and mine, other than the fact that I wish I could make mine talk like you do!

[@dmyers9230]

That was awesome, thank you both!!!

[@SOK314]

That guitar sounds amazing 😍

[@chickengnawer]

Great Gift! Great Pickin'! Thanks for the Share, Dan! B )

[@mikemiller6628]

Jorma knows his shit and seems like a really nice guy.

[@davidkeip4265]

Wow, Just saw AC at Sly McFly’s on Cannery Row last weekend and he blew me away.

[@dblasterful]

Just an awesome video, thank you

[@thomastommy1192]

Amazing Awesome Video. I am a big fan. I have always wanted a small body Martin like that. I am a Martin man myself. I have always had the D35. I live three hours from the Martin Factory. I have been there a few times. A great guitar lesson. I think I will save this video. I would love to see more like it. Thank you so much for sharing the video. I hope you guys have a very Blessed Week.

[@kevinmonzel]

one gold tuner is a classy look

[@DelTangBrav]

Kevin Monzel - But surely six are classier.☺☺☺ Being serious but to me it looks as if they couldn't find a perfect match for a broken one so fitted one of a different colour.(I've got a guitar with an odd tuner on it - for a similar reason - but it's the right colour and nobody notices - I didn't notice either until a few months after I'd bought it).

[@RickDeevey]

And I've been criticized for having different coloured bridge pins in my campfire Washburn. Scavenged from different sets. Those plastic ones just don't survive many string changes, especially on the thicker gauges.

[@DelTangBrav]

Rick - don't tell Kevin he might think that's very classy and want your mismatched bridge pins. ☺☺☺ I recall about 56 years ago when I broke my first bridge pin - they weren't readily available and I replaced it with part of one of those thin pencils that used to be in diaries. NOW THAT'S CLASS ! ☺☺☺

[@tiki_trash]

My OCD just can't let that happen.

[@fenderstratguy]

Matches his gold tooth 0:27

[@chefkdowg]

Amazing, just wonderful

[@Foxisfortraitors]

It's a pleasure to find this video. The one album that had the most influence on me as a guitarist was Hot Tuna Live at New Orleans House. I spent literally hours figuring out how to play those songs. Seems so strange to see Jorma with short hair, though.

[@DaveGardnerMusic]

Super cool video! Those double-stops Jorma talks about are super useful in a lot of different styles of guitar playing.

[@wgemeinhardt]

Who would’ve thought that your Jorma was such a good teacher… I had no idea. Nice,

[@bulldaagg]

come for the tune up stay for the tunes THANK YOU fellas

[@henryewbaker]

Great lick! Well explained. Added to my bag of tricks. 😁

[@vocalion9519]

I don’t generally go in for artist series guitars, but I’m falling hard for that Jorma Kaukonen model. It’s right along the lines of what I might ask for myself if I ordered one from the custom shop.

[@vmat1000]

Great vid!! JA fan since forever but loved the '03 (?) PBS special for Year Of The Blues, some of which found its way to college radio (KCSM). One segment offered Jorma and Jack as Hot Tuna doing 'something in the peoples key of G' which was a slammin' take of "Walkin' Blues".

[@flaviomiotto1686]

Il mio mentore per il fingerpicking number one

[@chipsterb4946]

I’ve loved Jorma’s guitar playing since the Jefferson Airplane days. Don’t know how he does it, but there always seems to be a sense of humor in his acoustic picking. Burgers is a great album. Thanks Dan!

[@phreddcatt]

This is just a beautiful snapshot of friendship.

[@alexandreanonimous7056]

Cool and interesting licks

[@buckbuck9225]

Experience is EVERYTHING

[@JewittGuitars]

Wow!!! Wish I coulda been there.

[@flaviodelladioband127]

Great player Jorma!!!🎸

[@markgordon4368]

That's what a lifetime of learning a trade will do, that was riveting 👍

[@HoldMeForever]

That sounds heavenly!

[@Dustyfingers]

Somebody to love and Greasy heart. thank you Jorma for ear service

[@mellissadalby1402]

Jorma and Jack are my 2 Dads. Stew Mac is awesome!

[@pontifex53]

Hot Tuna Electric Aug. 30th in Seattle. Can't wait!

[@robkunkel8833]

I like the Mr. Rogers approach to the production of this video but ... or even, if you remember, the 50s Mr. Wizard tv show. I will check on the book. Grace Slick and the Airplane were so much of me when I was young. Thanks all ... playing a banjo now but that keeps me always thinking about tuning. 🎉⛩

[@stonepaintertim]

great lesson - thanks

[@davidferro2236]

Watched a video of Jorma accompanying Janis on acoustic guitar singing blues, one with typewriter in background. Very young, one photo but playing & singing wonderful to hear.

[@Jarcademis]

I love those Waverly tuners. Interesting that he has a gold D 👌🏼

[@pneumatic00]

That guitar is a cannon. Wow.

[@RoastBeefSandwich]

the player is a cannon. I'm sure he could make a $50 silvertone sound good.

[@pjk]

I own one. it is a fabulous insrtument.

[@montaramike]

Wow! a true legend

[@RobotMillionaire]

Jorma Kaukonen is the best psychedelic rock guitarist ever, completely prophetic

[@stephenhenion8304]

This is like going back in t. i. m. e. I used to ask myself, how do they Do That!!!! So great after all the years ...

[@samerhaddad280]

come back baby I wish you would...

[@mguerramd]

Way back, around 1970, the first time my friends and I heard Jorma’s name, we didn’t quite get it. We thought he was “Norman Kakornan”! I still love to listen to “Water Song”

[@vvavie4858]

“My wife and daughter might disagree with you there” 😂 3:30

[@JamieJobb]

Bet that autobiography has a note or two on Rocky Williams -- who always found great music. In high school together in Miami, we often saw Fred Neil live at the Flick in Coral Gables or the Gaslight South in The Grove. Rocky was Jorma's best man.

[@two-tone6934]

That was awesome Thank you ,

[@thetugisthedrugfishing3434]

Jorma seems like a super cool dude. Great player.

[@jonnybeck6723]

Brilliant... thank you both, and Dan... very cool postman uniform. Gives you a chance to show of your knees (;-p) So please, keep these videos comin' and... cheers

[@MsPareidolia]

Super cool!

[@RickDeevey]

Gotta luv Jorma!

[@TheWinstonConnor]

wait, your name is Dan? This whole time I thought you were Stew Mac

[@rb032682]

Great stuff. Thanks.

[@coolrn43]

Hey Dan! My Father Wayne Biggs is one of the top Violin Luthiers on the planet! Small shop in Porter Indiana! You remind me of him! The secrets you two could share!!! Would love for you to meet!!! Biggs Violin Porter Indiana! Hes done things for players all over the world!!!

[@flyingash]

I've seen Hot Tuna several times in my 20s wonderful music

[@boozoochavis7506]

I had to laugh at the very end of the video - two older guys, neither of which can yodel - both growling through that line sounding like a couple of snoozers on the bindlestiff highway snoring through a rain storm! Thanks, what a great video.

[@cravinbob]

Hey! I was communicating with Jorma 10 or so years ago and asked when he was going to write his book. He said he didn't think much about it and was busy or something. I told him people want to know how it all began since he was there!

[@MichaelMcBride58]

Excellent!

[@DrRussPhd]

What a treat . . tyvm!

[@KevyNova]

I’d give anything to spend an hour with Jorma!