Sultans Of Swing - Dire Straits

[@justinguitar]

OMG, no hat and with earrings :) so strange looking back to these but I remember making it so clearly!

[@riwajrai]

U look younger now then back into 10yrs in that video 😊😎🕵️

[@melzfraser8033]

are you using the bridge middle pick ups on your strat position is it 4

[@barbaravolpi6314]

Te queda lindo asi sin gorra !!🤗

[@Sir_Runz_alot]

Hey Justin I LOVE your videos. And Lately i found this: mksongbook.com/sultans ( I am so proud of you ;) )

[@petllazy8669]

You always make an amazing job ❤️👌🤗

[@cybersamurai99]

13 years and your lessons are still echoing into the ears of the future guitar players brother!! thank you!

[@DrAbuUnplugged]

now my favorite 2 sentences after ii bought my guitar.. "hii...hw u doin...justin heere.. " nd "hey ..wazzup u guys..marty schwartz here " love both f thm ..

[@JustinGuitarSongs]

Put more info about the sound and gtr and help on the web site. Glad y'all diggin it! J

[@patrickdolan1876]

Just in case anyone else found the Dmin strumming pattern tricky, here's Justin's breakdown of it formatted as D=down U=Up, and x=click (down swipe): Fast half: [D D U X] Normal half: [U D U X] Together: [D D U X | U D U X] Repeat only on the 2nd, 4th, ect. run you can now start the fast half with an U instead of a D to make it flow better... Hope this helps

[@anonymus5966]

good thing i read this AFTER i worked it out :D

[@wakefieldyorkshire]

@@anonymus5966 Thanks for working that out Patrick, it really does help. THANK YOU

[@mirstation]

is there not another UP at the end ? ...maybe like [D D U X | U D U X U] ? ...is that right (I'm just learning, so could be wrong)

[@mirstation]

That's a question !

[@patrician7174]

So I started lessons this past summer (2022) at age 69. I just started on this song a few days ago. It is so in my head! I can now manage lesson one and have nailed those barre chords. Thank you, Justin, so much. You are an incredible instructor. I am so excited to be able to play this one.

[@yourguitarsage]

Pro as always Broseph!

[@yourguitarsage]

+Daniel Minchew HAHA! Justin is my compadre! Great teaching here Daniel :)

[@MrJAa85]

Bro as always Proseph! Yes, that works too :D

[@Tommyr]

VERY fun song to play. And Justin is the best teacher on KZbin IMHO.

[@DSpeir-pi6tm]

I agree, but I almost didn't recognize him with out his hat xp

[@DSpeir-pi6tm]

Mahesh M Do you follow me from video to video just to post this crap ?

[@DSpeir-pi6tm]

Malcolm Boyd I was talking to the person that posted a video link and deleted it, on this thread . It even says +Mahesh M right on my posting in response ! Are you dense ? Please, lay off the moonshine shorty :D

[@ieatplastic2367]

100 per cent!

[@markiemasucci3865]

Non-musician here, but I do find it entertaining to watch videos like this. Especially for songs that have unique guitar patterns like this one, gives me a special appreciation for the artist/songwriter :)

[@Vikrammundra]

Awesome. You are the only guy on you tube who has played the whole rhythm without any interruptions so that we can practice along with it. Thanks a bunch

[@JimTom.]

wow good stuff mate, most tutorials i see are just people fluffing around with which finger goes where and explaining it so damn slow that you just get lost, and dont even know where youre at in the riff. but i like how you do it and you constantly come back to playing it all together so we can see the progress of the riff

[@jaygrinnell7990]

Sitting in my wheelchair learning to play this song, is wonderful, and thank you Justin...

[@jdean0001]

Can't say thanks enough for this tutorial. I'm a fairly good guitar player who plays by ear, can't read music or tabs. Loved this song since it's release but could never figure out the leads and fills accurately. Until I came across your Vids. Thanks so much. Now my classic rock band plays this song at all our gigs (three to four times a week), and the audience loves it!

[@jimjambananaslam3596]

Tabs are just a diagram of the six strings, the numbers are the frets, and there's usually a legend showing what symbols are used for hammer on, slide, etc. There's really nothing to it.

[@Riyasingh-fr5xw]

omg!!! finally saw you without cap!!!!!

[@RoadToFuture007]

what cap?

[@Tommyr]

He sometimes wears a cap.

[@rory9983]

+RoadToFuture007 the one thats in his picture

[@piyushnagle01]

Looks better with a cap though !

[@BenignCentaur]

Rhythm guitar on the first two Dire Straits albums (and hence on this track) was provided by David Knopfler, older brother of Mark. And a much underrated rhythm player he is.

[@ascoop22]

David, younger brother of Mark.

[@freedomforthepeople342]

ascoop22 you are right. If i remember correctly david is 3 years younger than Mark.

[@jokermaan1]

Of course Mark gets all the attention for his great lead playing on this, but David plays a key role with his rhythm work, as do the great rhythm section driving the song. It's a great example of four musicians working perfectly together.

[@GreenNinja99]

I remember Guitarist Magazine in the UK once saying something along the lines that if you wanted to be a rhythm guitarist, you should listen to this album.

[@miguelhenriques3308]

David's younger

[@AndeyProductins]

Very cool and easy to learn lesson. Pervect teaching, thanks to Justin!!! One of the best sounding rhythms ever. Sultans of Swing lives from the lead AND the beat.

[@BlueHen123]

Amazing what proper lighting and a hat has done for you in the past few years! ;)

[@adaptiveagile]

Justin - yes, it was 3 years ago, but I'll remind you that it's a spectacular lesson. Couldn't have gotten this strum pattern without your help. My wife pointed me to this series when she saw me struggling. "I found this guy on YT who teaches it really well." When I saw, it was you, I was like, that's not just some random guy... that's Justin Sandercoe. Of course it's a great lesson. Wish I was able to make it to your Socal clinic with Marty.

[@Caaarrl94]

It's funny how lesson 1-4 gradually have less views. It's like people are getting to a point and going. Nope fuck it can't be done

[@xzsdfvdfbv]

hehehe... "What? Guitar is hard? Where are all the chicks and fame?" There are a lotta people with guitars sitting in their closets right next to all their other failed dreams of youth. Um... like me perhaps. But maybe this time I'll carry it through. I won't be famous or get the chicks or money, but maybe I can get good enough to play for the joy of it? If so, I'll be happy to throw a few bucks Justin's way. Excellent bunch of lessons and books and videos and all that.

[@Caaarrl94]

Oh i agree, justin is definetly one of the best teachers i've come across on youtube. He goes at a real good pace

[@Scubadog_]

Natural selection. Only the ones with enough willpower survive.

[@WeeJoe76]

Funnily enough, the harder a song is, the more dedicated I am to play it too perfection. Justin is very good at explaining away chord shapes, strumming patterns and solos. "Practice makes perfect. Perfect practice makes perfect perfection"

[@thedangerwich5476]

Most people are lazy fucks

[@m.barsgumusbas9689]

Justin great lesson, as always, really appreciate it. Could also do "Lady Writer" by Dire Straits?

[@gato7908]

This is ancient by KZbin standards, but still very nicely produced 👋👋👋

[@rolandorodriguez421]

You're great dude! I learnt very quickly with your lesson. Thanks so much! (I'm Peruvian, sorry if my english is wrong :D)

[@princeberger4197]

Hej Justyna, prowadzisz najlepszy kanał HTP na YT. Dziękuję za wszystko.

[@TheJohnnykool]

justin your a fine teacher and I can follow you very well. Thanks for taking the time to teach this song Thank You!!

[@everettnorris4470]

Excellent teaching Justin! Breaking down rhythm patterns, chords and licks. This guy is a real gem to all guitar players!

[@malcolmfreeman7370]

Carson Axtell, your comment is the most intelligent thing I've heard all day! Very well said brother.

[@MrJackchap]

thanks Justin-great job-your videos are fantastic

[@Topdoginuk]

Justin is a credit to youtube and gives so much with these lessons. Please, if you are able, send him a contribution or, sent him a gift from his amazon 'wish list'. I just started getting sales of my songs due to him! If they sell big, I'll be sponsoring Justin.

[@larrygeetar9309]

Justin, great lesson on the rhythm guitar in this song. Once again you emphasize how important rhythm guitar and the feel of the music are one in the same. Playing rhythm is kind of a lost art these days and I appreciate your commitment to its importance. BTW, I think it's David Knopfler playing rhythm on this track, so it could be him playing with a pick while Mark does the lead work fingerstyle. Amazing tune, perfect playing by Mark.

[@markchaplin196]

I'm going to call you Just in Time guitar, you have rescued my guitar playing - thank you. I've been 'playing' for 20 years but recently realised I have not actually been playing.

[@Walliewop]

Justin you ARE realy my hero.. and the best online guitar teacher.. and.. just great! i love you man!

[@seven336]

Impossible to listen to you playing the rythm and not hearing the lead licks in my mind. Love this tune and your way of teaching!

[@chrisforrest4836]

Finally someone who explains the strum technique clearly.. Nice one and a big thank you - I feel like like I'm 300% closer to getting this one sounding remotely like it should do than I was 10 minutes ago!

[@tom.s9455]

He seems like such a legitimately nice guy, like he's just so sweet

[@toxicwastes69970]

Justin, you are THE sultan of swing ! Many thanks for all !

[@gordonm.7387]

Music is proof that life is truly strange. A newborn baby responds to Advanced stages like Beethoven or Zappa But enjoy life, it's filled with hidden love!

[@gigihentz1]

you are simply the best Justin...finelly someone on the internet who has real teaching talent and good quitarist....you are the best on youtube by far with teaching and playing... all the best and bless you. regards catalin.b

[@explorateurdesairs]

Thank you very much. you really show what is important . break it down to simple things neat guitar technique and excellent teaching.

[@richivandecarr]

This is awesome it's coming more clear then staring hours at the tab trying to figure it out Thanx man

[@conoshmono12]

dude ur awesome. evrytime i look up a lesson and i see it on ur profile im like ''YES justin does this one!!''

[@Perminator]

I love you Justin. There were no good lessons for this song before you put this up.

[@mike02886]

Very very good, without your tutorials, I probably wouldn't be able to pick things up so easily.

[@TheJelmerd]

The rhythm guitar player for the first album was Mark's brother, David Knopfler.

[@lovelyneighbor123]

The best guitar teacher on youtube! You got all the proper tones and tricks! Keep it up Justin!

[@gnatiu]

You are unbelievable. Both on guitar and as a human being.

[@kingshearer2]

Finally got the quick bit right, its D DU click (on down strum) . U D U click(on down strum) U then change chord and focus the strum on the thinnest 3 strings to make it easier.

[@bobyorke]

Really good. Haleluyah, and Thank the Lord. John 86.12.3

[@angellotomic]

Hi Justine, , greeteng from Belgrade... When I see yoy last time in You tube (about 3 years) you show me Tears in rain by Satriani. You are a good teacher. 100 % acurate and feeling. And now this. My fevorit song. I play like that but I myst some liks in the middle. Thanks again...

[@mikemcglone3184]

David Knopfler played rhythm

[@peteward1573]

Great video. Too advanced for me right now. Great skills.

[@jimileketo]

took me three hours to get that rhythm right, used to play it my own made up version ,which is making it harder now.thank you for the wonderful lesson.

[@FalconITS]

Justin, you are definitely the best I have seen teaching guitar. You make it easy. Great job and thank you.

[@OCRay1]

Just watch mark play live. Couple great concert clips that will let you know how he played throughout. Well done though, thanks for the lesson

[@sageibanez]

Merci Justin. Pour moi, tu es toujours le meilleur prof de guitare sur le net. Je n'ai qu'une seule chose à dire : UNE AUTRE ! UNE AUTRE ! UNE AUTRE !

[@korndog87]

dude seriously good video so far...i know ur a kiwi but i cant hold that against such a good instructor peace and thanks for taking the time

[@TheNorb68]

Hey Justin., in case no one has told you.... you are God! LMOL Thanks again for a totally kick ass guitar lesson, I'm having a blast with it! You in combination with my teacher have gotten me pretty far in my older age. Keep up the great work and I'll donate soon, I promise..... Peace!

[@imannonymous7707]

Thanks for the strum focus....rythym is everything in this track , well in any song but this one is a great example

[@johnkeithley7353]

I am a older dude thank you for the help god bless keep up the good work

[@marcoklampfe1140]

Hi Justin you're doing great work! The first part of this song is already working. I just donated a few euros to keep you on-line :) Go on like that and take care! Best wishes, Marco

[@trricker]

I found this very helpful! You're not only teaching how to play the song but also telling all kinds of useful facts about playing it. Thanks!

[@naramino1]

Only been playing about 18 months totally self taught. Dreamed of playing this song (is it just me or is this a favorite among you experienced players as well?) and such a thrill to finally do it. Thanks Justin

[@royreta2366]

Your guitar lessons are fast becoming my favorite on KZbin. Your attention to detail is appreciated!

[@tonmoyphukan]

The best lesson, I ever came by on Sultans of Swing

[@Round2atLast]

Justin is always great, detailed and to the point. That's the result of a great guitar player AND teacher. Thanks so much!!!

[@dgrayson3828]

awsome dude,might b wrong but think rythem guitar is David Knofler

[@timchen5299]

You are fantastic Mr Justin-- your lessons are very clear and sound like the real thing!

[@nnaguib1]

***** the rythm guitarist is actually Mark's brother David. Great song and great keep up the good work!

[@preetlife23]

Thank u so much.n this universe bless u..bcoz of u can can pay it excetly the way it is after so many years.i have no words.but accept my gratitude.

[@barryroy5826]

Great lesson mate - I have 3 songs on facebook and one of them is the sultans - the way you teach - you will have everyone playing this song - and thats great - cheers.

[@TomRiley7R]

I don't know if a previous comment has highlighted this, but in one of the masterclasses i've watched that MK has done, he does actually state that he uses a pick for recording rhythm sections.

[@MrRontac]

Justin ... I`ve just started this lesson , so far so good , I`ve got the rhythm down pretty good ... thanks for the help

[@jimiamore]

Some people are just born critics........have to create some flaw in everything if they don't find any.....I think you are awesome Justin.....just play on man.

[@russellemery8187]

Excellent video as always Justin. For reference mark knop flyer never uses a pick only his fingers .

[@pasbloque01]

Thanx Justin, you're a good teacher, really!!!

[@tophchrisnekneb5928]

You look like the german comedian Johann König! I love your lessons!

[@OGGrizzly]

You are just the Best !!! thank you soo much for what you do 🙏

[@jonasjar]

Excellent! A joy to watch, I hardly need a guitar to understand it.

[@grindlessenior]

the down-up-down doubled up sounds like it is lifted directly from the shadows; anyone remember them? great stuff, justin!

[@MeatSlash]

What can you say....Beautiful man just beautiful

[@tirelessboy]

Totally blown away that I've actually almost got to grips with the first three/four chords of one of my favourite songs ever! Thankyou Justin!

[@RPDCH1]

Still great 10 years later.....thanks !

[@sledge57a]

Another great lesson, you are one of the best online teachers out there and in my opinion have the best taste in songs you teach. Keep it up and someday I'll be able to play something............

[@rennyquiroga1]

awesome!! wonderful!! thank you justin for teach us very very thank you from venezuela

[@skaa0]

Here from 6 years in the future. You've grown skinny Justin :D ! Thanks for the great lesson!

[@WainoaHoeta]

I like you Justin, this lesson has been so easy it aint funny. Im not much of a guitarist but I play and perform for hundreds every month and am always on the look out for Guitar lessons on line and yup I can handle Sultans of swing just need to find ya lead parts Ha ha ha ha just like the comment from Before the Beginning I tend to go Nope stuff that I cant do it But I enjoyed your lesson Thanks Justin

[@donaldchingreet]

Splendid nails Justin!

[@cavaliere8]

hi just wanted to say youve been a great help to me with my guitar, ive learnt loads from you iam pleased with how far ive come from practicing what you have shown, youtube has lost of people doing lessons on guitars but they dont teach how you do, your very good at explaining and very easy to understand, thanks again.

[@alfagerup162]

And a SPECIAL GREAT and easy understandable lesson from You here with " Sultans of swing" ! ! Man thats one of the lessons I've always searched for ! b.r. Alf

[@hurdygurdyguy1]

Excellent! Your lesson made it easy to adapt the chord sequence to my 3 string cigar box guitar!

[@hedgy1318]

top notch jason. ...great teacher....love one on ones

[@jrussell4711]

Justin, that is simply awesome. The only thing I do different is play an A7 for the A chord...Best lesson I've ever seen! A four part tour de force!

[@c46kev]

Thanks justin, found learning this really straight forward with your lessons :)

[@brazwen]

wow this is really a great lesson thanks now i know for sure i can play sultans of swings thanks to you :D

[@trubowspiritwind]

When he first came out the Rhythm guitarist was his brother David. Later on when he formed his newish band he used someone with outstanding guitar chops. Richard Bennett. Some of his newish musicians change along the way but I do believe Mr. Bennett has stood the test of time.

[@blutwurst151990sch]

At first the rythm guitarrist was David Knopfler, Marks brother, but he left the band in 1980 because he wanted to become a lead guitarrist. Since then Mark Knopfler always played with different rythm guitarrists (sometimes even names like Eric Clapton). Great video by the way, I hope I could help you like you helped me!

[@eventosvalencia9103]

excelent lesson----thanks from Spain!!... watching links...Ive discovered this amazing cover.. Dire Straits - Sultans Of Swing (Cajon & Acoustic Cover)

[@ejazzgaznavi8705]

I have analysed the song’s rhythm using standard using notation: It goes something like this: 1 (e) and a 2X and 3. and 4X and (e) is silent - I placed it there just to show you that it’s a sixteenth rhythm on the first beat. X is the click. Hope that helps

[@gusbest1683]

thanks. good work. now I can play this song with my band.

[@polybrizo]

best teacher in YT

[@martinzlatev3735]

One big thank you. Great calm teacher. God bless you.