Sultans of Swing -- Lesson

At long last, an in-depth look at the mechanics of my Sultans of swing arrangement. For more arrangement tutorials, check out my other channel, JT ETC: bit.ly/24MIctu
Patreon: / joshturnerguitar
I decided not to look at the solos in this video because they were close enough to the originals to be learned from other videos.

[@KingKong-vj4ko]

Well, 50 points to Gryffindor

[@kethanraman944]

Lol

[@cadenratliff1318]

Shut up.

[@helenkeller2127]

I don’t normally laugh at comments and shit (because I have no sense of humour), but I bursted so hard into laughter when I saw your comment

[@evancain4906]

Helen Keller. “Bursted” is not word

[@joao1525]

well, more like over 9000

[@lukelyons7255]

you're a musician Harry

[@salsabilahmedshrestho960]

xD

[@dabj9546]

50 points to Gryffindor!

[@BlaziNTrades]

That made me laugh so hard...

[@sayita03]

A what?

[@MarsLonsen]

cracked me up real goodXD

[@benjy99rocks]

Ive been waiting 5 years for this josh

[@mu6g626]

Benjamin Lara Haha

[@seanachiescourt6659]

almost as long as quarter finals in champions league =D

[@BBBplayers]

I found this 11 years too late...

[@benduffy8829]

Made this to help navigate and keep my spot whilst learning, hope it helps. 1:54 CHORDS 4:30 RIGHT HAND TECHNIQUE - 4:40 Thumb Kicking Bass line - 6:02 Slow Intro - 6:28 Intro Breakdown - 8:35 Right Hand During Verses - 10:17 From F Chord 13:14 LICKS - 13:44 Lick 1 - 14:40 Lick 2 - 15:06 Lick 3 - 16:49 Lick 4 - 18:02 Lick 5 - 18:48 Lick 6 - 19:56 Lick 7

[@edwardtaylor2206]

Thank you!

[@cullenbrownmusic]

best comment on youtube hope your doing good

[@tosinkingfisheroparinde6590]

Thank YOU 🙏

[@seenonyt2210]

Thanks a lot!

[@Erik-qw8cy]

I owe you so so much. THANK YOU! :)

[@messiahsez]

Josh. You are Josh to me. You are a superb everything.

[@groundedlifestyle88]

Holy shit its Hagred!

[@therealdanielfaris]

@@groundedlifestyle88 no its messiahez you dummy

[@BrandNewBlueComputer]

"It's called a nut bend. It sounds painful, and it kinda is, but only on your fingers." You devil.

[@althealligator1467]

How did not catch that the first time?

[@DuBziDriFT]

You need to make a tutorial on how to make those faces

[@JoshTurnerGuitar]

trade secret

[@exile9237]

Lol

[@calebkroll4698]

Lol. 0:12 in his original vid

[@johnsmith-sn8dd]

The best faces. Carson too.

[@BanesBasement]

Use the Force

[@TheVegeta1974]

I Stumbled a crossed ur cover of this when I was learning to play it , 5 or so years ago. Saw it in my suggestion , views 64k . I thought he's wearing potter glasses n dressed like he changes tires part time at Wal-Mart . I clicked n with in the first bar I perked up realizing you had 30 years of skill packed into your fingers . Then ... Then your started to sing . I was amazed ! watched it > 5 times took note of how you used different inversions of the chord to better fit what you was doing. I became an instant fan . Hope you make a billon dollars but I know even if you don't ur still going to do what your born to do . Your the finest n most diverse young musician ive ever seen on here . Thanks Josh , n continue to inspire people on your path to reinvent music.

[@Toberenamedonedaymaybe]

the fact you do not change your tone or face as you state who you look like just makes this so much funnier. One of my favorite talents on youtube, keep it up man hopefully one day I will be able to play just as well as you

[@Karlytho]

My passion for the guitar has gone up and down, back and forth during the last few years. But today I somehow came across your channel - and all I can say is wow! You made me realize what this instrument is all about. I haven't felt this motivated to take my guitar playing to the next level for a long time. Thank you! And I guess it goes without saying, but I'd love to see more lessons from you. You're great.

[@jean-philippejipo9673]

And today on 2022 ....are you so passioned?

[@humanmaximum548]

I'm don't watch lessons so much but this is probably the best and most communicative lesson i have ever seen on youtube

[@u2fractal1986]

Back again, visit with regulatory and enjoy Josh ...amazing gifted gentleman. Cheers from Vancouver Island

[@Joelifant]

Thanks, Harry.

[@awadaawada6738]

Joelifant who the fuck is harry, he's called rick, rick moranis that is

[@TheClayHadley]

You should definitely make more lessons

[@paulcadwallader3000]

Josh ' The Real Deal ' Turner ...... great player/teacher/singer/comedian and no doubt human being.... thanks for existing and sharing with us.

[@luckydog-287]

So efing good! I saw you in Nashville, just lately. You have the heart of a lion. Thank for being so kind!

[@DiegoCaponera]

Thank you big time man. I was so impressed by your cover years ago (before even having picked up a guitar), and now I am so proud I can at least track the rhythm part at a reasonable pace. People like you make the world and the Internet a place worth living in.

[@fprintf]

This is a fantastic lesson, you have a really great teaching approach that seems perfect for KZbin. Thank you!

[@AbigailPoirier]

I can't listen to/watch this now, but I opened it just to give a like. How cool to learn to play this song!

[@EthanWane]

your original cover was the first vid i saw of yours, the reason I subscribed was hoping someday, this video would be made. FINALLY!!!

[@coffeeshopqueen]

Josh, I love listening/ seeing this even though I don't play the guitar. You are a great teacher! Throwing in a bit of humor really makes this video fun . I'm amazed you figured all this out w just your ear. Well done son! Thank you

[@BlinkBoxx44]

Josh, you seem like the coolest person to hang out with! Great tutorial! Keep the vids coming 👍🏻

[@hugomahieu9881]

I think that your version of this song is wonderful, you actually add your touch to a song that we heard thousand of times and make it fresh. In addition to that you teach it very clearly. I almost never comment KZbin videos but i really needed to thank you for that, you've got a new contributor

[@elliotnott6281]

I'm so glad you made this video, I managed to figure out the first around 2 minutes of the song before, this is great man🙌🏻

[@rawbeanz]

I really enjoyed this! You convey what you are playing very well, and your instructions are clear and concise! A lot of tutorials get drown out in irrelevant information, or things that just don't make any sense what so ever, but you stayed on point! Keep it up! :D

[@tavrosnitram2690]

wow really? i've been wanting to learn this for a while now, thanks Josh!

[@Pollandland]

Amazing! Thank you so much for doing a lesson for this. have watched your cover of it a ridiculous amount of times, superb.

[@MLFranklin]

At 17:45, that nut bend is kind of a signature sound of the song. Thanks for sharing the secret magic.

[@SwedishDylan]

I believe the reason for your face grimashing is the same reason some of us cannot learn stuff like this. You "feel", "sense", "foreboding" something that not all of us has the ability to. And some of us can feel it when others play, but not make it ourselves. You, are a musical genius in my opinion.

[@WalterHolokai]

I must have missed this before. What a great gift! Wow! I must have watched your performance video ten times before deciding to learn it. What luck! The way you present the lesson in three parts makes this great tune easy to learn. Also saw your other channel with the tutorials and will check them out. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@colethornton6626]

Its really wonderful to see you break this all down. I've lost an interest in playing guitar, but I still love to see it being played. I have no doubt I could pick up this song using this lesson. Keep up the great work!

[@zaosin9185]

Very thorough very informative, and I love how I can tell you love doing this. Thanks a lot! You're very talented.

[@GuanTones]

this is like the physical limit of making a tune sound good. every lick and chord requires so much to make this song good. really good tutorial

[@reecelenzo7521]

Haha you uploaded this just after I spent a couple hours learning your cover... Duddeeeee

[@iAmazingGrace]

Record and upload! :D

[@reecelenzo7521]

+iAmazingGrace haha ooo maybe 🙊

[@groskle52]

lol hahha

[@filiphron3147]

Hope he has his ID to buy you an alcohol as a compensation..

[@AndreasNilssonSweden]

This is what I have been waiting for.... for a long time...tanks

[@knuckle47]

Josh, you are one of the best instructors I've heard in 40 years. Exceptional break down of these parts. As we'd say in 1969 " far out"

[@GoodCityModernMusic]

I seriously just watched your cover and was thinking, "I wish he'd make a tutorial" You sir, are a generous man. Thank you so much!!!

[@lloydgraves6701]

Thanks for this. Would love to see an 'I Try' lesson, I love that song. Keep up the good work.

[@UrAnus1231]

3:34 "This sucks a little bit" "we have to wrap our thumb around here" Do you even Hendrix, bro?

[@UrAnus1231]

I DO love the video though xD thanks so much for making this

[@robbyfowler2286]

Yea that’s far what sucks..I play plenty of Hendrix songs that have tons of chords like that but I can’t learn to play this worth a crap

[@jeffbuckley4453]

yes!!!my thoughts exactly!

[@alexbergdahl4989]

UrAnus1231 .

[@RubbelisPro]

For more novice players playing barre chords as triads with the thumb wrapped up top sucks man, took me forever to get it right.

[@michaelsmith-obrien3850]

So talented, and low keyed!!! Very understated! Josh has a real focused grasp of Matk Knopfler's techniques. When my skills imrove I shall be back. Busy focusing on beginner's level of Spanish classical guitar. THANKS

[@Williawr1]

Hey Josh, I've been a big fan for a while, and I'd just like to thank you so much for putting out so much great content. I've started playing and practicing a lot more frequently since I started following your videos, and its always good to see someone who is so talented, yet grounded enough to make a lesson for one of his fan-favorite performances available to anyone for free.

[@jakemaye95]

this is an incredible lesson! would love to see more, specifically graceland

[@JCoversH]

Josh, I dont know if you'll read this but I would LOVE to hear your take on "Message in a bottle" by the Police. I'm a huge fan bud and you've been a huge inspiration with your videos!! THANK YOU!

[@peti802]

Josh, I enjoy your performances and this is a very helpful lesson. Thanks!

[@rasa6475]

Good of you to share this , thanks

[@adamkeenan5707]

You should teach Graceland next or Paranoia in Bb major, great video btw thank you.

[@drdbailey]

Josh, you are outrageously good. And hilarious I might add. Im sixty seven and picked up the guitar a year ago. it's a new life for me. I've noticed some earlier comments are peppered with juvenile humor; rather sad to see that. But, I don't always take myself seriously either. Keep up the good work. Trains passing frequently..... Chicago?

[@kth5077]

David Bailey ..... Comments.... peppered with juvenile humor.?! - welcome to the Interweb old man....

[@Jas0n2571]

David Bailey, your comment put a smile on my face. Nice to see people finding new things to do even at such an old age!

[@lowerf0_rtyei8ht92]

K TH So it's cool on the "interweb" (is that what they're calling it now days?) to be a juvenile moron and hurl insults at old people? Just because it's the internet, doesn't make it right. It's people like you whom he's talking about, you millennial piece garbage, you.

[@dip_doop]

Lower F0[_]rty Ei8ht rip dude 🤘🏼

[@patcola7335]

@@kth5077 You should be blessed to live to be old.

[@johnleventon9575]

This is truly the best KZbin guitar instruction video I have ever seen. You capture all the the subtlety and fine points that are required to sound like Mark Knopfler. The lesson is expertly organized. Thank you.

[@TheGhost5600]

Thanks for putting in the time to teach this well polished tune, Josh..

[@aldensharp6904]

Wow, Great lesson for intermediate+ guitarists. you really did well to not dumb it down/drag it out too much :) ... Also Nutbend joke 10/10

[@Maxihunt3r]

OMG I watched the cover like 1000 times always listen to it when i play videogames and now i can learn it by myself from the master O.o. Thx man for making this, keep it up! Edit: hahaha the intro man :D I cant stop laughing

[@victoronline5840]

Thanks for the lesson. The visual help and chapters are also greatly appreciated.

[@Baloo0254]

The first arrangement I transscribed, this sent me down a beautiful path of becoming much better much faster, so thank you for your cover all these years ago!

[@carmeloa9]

You don't have to tell me about MY right hand technique, if you catch my cold.

[@jonathanguyant4952]

12:36 “and there’s that bullshit thing where we have to wrap our thumb around” that made me laugh way too hard for my own good holy crap x))

[@gfrey6595]

Thanks for all you do both with instructional and cover videos

[@victorzurdo6516]

Thank you Josh. You are great and uncomplicated , yet quite concise. Gracias!!

[@alejandrooviedo3490]

Great lesson, hopefully you'll do the same with Graceland, you did a pretty kick ass cover of it.

[@facelesstrauma1853]

Hi Joshy! You are one of the most talented musicians on youtube. You have really inspired me to start my channel. Are you ever going to Sweden? It would be awesome to hear you live.

[@thefasta2166]

Yes, It would e be cool if Josh went on a tour or something, preferably with Carson by his side. :)

[@degausser5495]

Dude, thank you so much for uploading this.. I've been sharing your sultans of swing video with friends and family for the last year or so. Definitely the most challenging song i've ever attempted to learn but I'm slowly getting it.. great stuff, very informative. you make it look easy

[@grahampowelljr1]

I'm not a musician but I'm fascinated by tutorials like this. And for a song I love, too.

[@shcsepac]

Do more of these types of videos. I really liked the "It was a very good year" piece you recorded and would love if you could make a tutorial of that. Your Sultans of Swing cover is what initially drew me to this channel. Great work, I'm a big fan.

[@LightningDogg]

I can't relate. Can you re-do this with fat fingers and having the touch of a blacksmith?

[@FireInTheHole96]

I remember years ago when I spent weeks watching your cover trying to learn exactly what you were doing bit by bit! I guess I should have waited hahah!

[@terrycater4716]

Sorry Josh I forgot to say I absolutely loved your Sultans of Swing lesson, I can finally play it on my own now. Which is great for me because here in England we have open mike nights in pubs and clubs, which is pretty much were anyone can get up and play and sing. It kink of builds your confidence to play in front of people. Thanks Josh.

[@willy4129]

I never thought Harry Potter would be the one to help me get laid. Thank you my friend.

[@JamesWang007]

lol

[@maximilien_4382]

you're awesome

[@trevorgleave5168]

Been watching you for 10 years still learning from you your an inspiration really ty say hi to Rinna del Dell sid torri and Cameron and the gang want wait to find yall

[@Phytopius]

Thank you for this video. This is pretty much my first step into fingerstyle guitar and I am having tons of fun playing this.

[@mullarky]

nice vid man. how's ny treating you?

[@aerodynamikapieroga]

4:45 somebody that I used to knoooooow

[@McPhan86]

Yes!

[@Bucknutty]

Oh my!!! I can't believe you've posted this!!!!!!!! I found your channel 2 years ago and listened to it non stop because your cover was absolutely amazing!! Thank you!! I can't wait to play along I also really love your channel and your songs! ❤️

[@perryschnabel]

When I watched your version 6 years ago I wished so much for this and now it's here! I am sooo happy right now. Can't wait to start practising. Thank you very much.

[@perryschnabel]

Well it took me 4 more years to actually start with the practise but this time I have already got something done.

[@TheEffence]

person: *wears glasses* literally everyone: "Harry Potter!" hilarious, peak comedy right here no but seriously, thanks for the tutorial, I'm gonna learn this song no matter how long it takes

[@pedrolopa2]

I first watched this vid a year ago, and thought I'd never be able to play this. Now I'm proud to say I can do the first chord! Hopefully soon i get to the second.

[@theo5247]

How many chords are you through now?

[@tombarnes7846]

Very good primer on the right-hand technique. Trying to get away from using a pick, so this makes for a good exercise. Thanks for taking the time to put together.

[@RomanticGuitar-ns4qn]

The music is so great, thanks for sharing it with us, love you! Wishing everyone a happy working day and luck

[@alvarengaaustin]

Do you love your bookcase more than your guitar?

[@thewiilui8432]

We should just call you Tai Lopez

[@thewiilui8432]

***** I love God, so I won't

[@brunogoncalves3699]

+Josh Turner idiot

[@bucksellers5364]

@ Bruno Goncalves....Who are you calling an idiot?... you idiot !

[@EricLaytonMusic]

bruno You need Some KNOWLEDGE

[@stanpowers600]

You are such a talent, Josh. Been watching that original Sultans video, with awe (listen to this kid!), for years! Q: What model Tele is that? Mexican? American? Thanks!

[@semvandenheuvel2653]

It's a Mexican

[@geekyman4868]

6 years later, this tutorial has given me the life in guitar. Thank you, is well explained and a really usefull info

[@markmanning6773]

Thanks for taking the time to teach your version. It is a lot of fun to learn.

[@johndou423]

why did i even click on this video, what was I trying to get out of this

[@johndou423]

***** Nope, I didn't even bother pulling my guitar out. I just loved the original video, and I'd watch the tutorial without being able to learn it. That comment was supposed to be pretty self-deprecating.

[@teunnankman5786]

Lol same, I tried the first part but or its just my f*ckin yamaha pacific what is shit or its me

[@teunnankman5786]

just gonna stick to my metal I guess

[@chri8686]

@@teunnankman5786 i also have a yamaha pacific and i too start wondering if it is me or the yamaha that is shit lol

[@TheBoabby50]

@@teunnankman5786 and Kermit - think you have just answered your own question. Guns don't kill people. People do

[@konstantinnikiforov6565]

Great video of a great song! I've noticed that sound of your voice is so clear and loud, therefore i have a question! Could u please tell us what Mic do u use and do u have any additional devices to record your speach?

[@konstantinnikiforov6565]

hhmmmm looks like Rode NT5 is a hypercardioid mic but it is getting your voice really great even while placed that far away of your mouth.... i got my vocal mic Cobalt Co9 from Electro voice and i have to hold it as close as possible to get a good signal so it is not really comfortable during broadcasts... so i use my mic on a headphones and sound is quite bad...

[@konstantinnikiforov6565]

Hmm thnx for that guide. Ive allready tested sound with condencer mic and the sound was fantastic! No im looking forward to buy one.

[@BobJones-gp1xy]

Brother. You are a pure guitar genius. You have a true gift.

[@EfrainValles]

this video is such a gem of an instructional video on how to play a song.

[@cooljunkproductions]

Lol I have to admit, your face is quite dynamic. You should consider being an extra for movies. you could be used multiple times and I bet that would return massive payola.

[@christianbonvang2141]

Hello josh... I kinda miss the small Licks your'e doing between the verses. Would be nice w. some tabs aswell. great video!

[@richb313]

Very clean playing Josh. Loved this video. Thanks for the step by step.

[@christopher_ecclestone]

Thanks for this. You're one of the best guitar teachers I've found on youtube. You're really clear and concise in your explanations and, most importantly for me, you don't waste time showing what not to do. There's enough negativity on this site and, I believe it's important to give credit where it's due. So, thank you for this tutorial. Not only has it taught me a great song, it's also made much more click in terms of linking chords and licks, if that makes sense. Good work, fella, and many thanks, Chris

[@JuelZ925]

For how long are you playing the guitar?

[@Mr.JaysBigAdventure]

psy GangmanStyle 21:27 in this video...

[@kapils2862]

From the age of 11, id say

[@davidalvarez646]

underrated comment, i lol'd

[@davidmartinez2512]

Here for the Harry Potter references rather than the actual tutorial

[@evanconn6477]

Probally the best cover ive seen of this song on KZbin. Great job!

[@builderonabike]

Watching guys like you josh has inspired me to do a few covers of my own. Didn't think I could do it but seeing you and others just play in your bedroom with your buddies looked like fun so Iv kicked in with my own channel. And I'd like to say thanks for the inspiration. Making me get off my ass and do it. I'll never play like you but I'm getting the same enjoyment so thanks for sharing your talent really enjoy watching. 👍

[@williamkristian4075]

"But thats the worst one you have to deal with" after showing the easiest chord 0000k

[@bgrelek6311]

ive been learning guitar about 5 months now is it too early to try and attempt this song ? ive got the intro down in about 3 hours should I continue??

[@stevej4731]

Hi Josh. Great cover, great work. Thanks for your efforts to show us your techniques. Much appreciated.

[@djanitatiana]

Josh, you are a fantastic teacher as well as a gifted musician. Thanks very much for this inspiring wonderfully clear tute.

[@silen7881]

Could you play fat old sun by Pink Floyd?

[@peterbodzak7078]

Challenge accepted

[@Fostt7]

Thanks for taking the time for this lesson. Cheers from Argentina

[@lucasgallon2046]

Dude, I used this video to control my anxiety when I'm at work, so thank you