THE GUITAR TRAINING COURSE: Pushing Beyond Simple Exercises

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[@Edward-MTBKR]

Your a fine player and I like a lot of your videos. But not this one. You obviously have never had tendinitis, which can be quite common with this kind of activity. Older people be wary of this advice. And stretch before playing, always.

[@Guitargate]

Yes I have, both in my hands, wrists and feet and knees from running etc. It’s absolutely essential to stretch, listen to your body, and adapt. any athlete that pushes themselves will find themselves facing these challenges if they don’t stretch and take care of themselves. I found the proper shoes and changed my gate to alleviate my running issues, and I’ve had to change my posture, picking angle, guitar strap height etc to deal with my guitar playing issues. For sure - this isn’t for everyone. Just like training for a marathon isn’t. But you can do anything if you want to. For me, pushing physical boundaries gives me the strength to push mental boundaries. And that’s why I train as a lifestyle. It’s why I get up before dawn and run before the kids get up. It’s not for the body. It’s for the mindset of conquering the day. Start with a huge win, then execute one thing after another. Great comment brother. Thanks for this! Also - Remember to always stretch afterwards so your body remembers the stretch!!

[@marksc1929]

@@Guitargate ...great response..

[@bluesdude514]

@@Guitargate what a well written response to what could be considered somewhat of a rude comment. I wish you did a little more lessons on music theory on your KZbin channel. I know you have the lessons on your site, I just have been a little broke recently. I did ask for a lifetime or yearly subscription from my family on my birthday, but I guess I’m a little old to get gifts like that now. Lol. (27). I have loved watching your reaction vids, and you talk about the EXACT things that I have wanted to learn. The theory... the intervals and number system. I’ve been in a rut and that’d help so much. Even just the occasional theory lesson? But thanks so much regardless! I understand you have to make a living and I want to support that as soon as I can.

[@Froggyh63]

I'm not a guitar player, but rather a harmonica player. I've had 8 major throat surgeries the last several years and after every one it required pushing through a lot of discomfort to be able to play again. If its in your soul to want it, you find a way.

[@ZZtop479]

Correct posture and hand placement wont cause any tendinitis, which is why professional/classical pianists and guitarists can practice as advised, with tenacity over long periods of time, and never develop any injuries.

[@robertgrant3844]

Thanks Michael. 1. Exercise/Training; 2. Follow your Course; 3. Keeping in Context/Playing Songs; 4. Creating/Writing. Exercise is maintenance, but training is powering thru to next level. Developing musicality and precision. Thanks for helping me to re-focus and getting back on track for 2021. This is why you’re the best! Bobby the Kid, Life Member

[@Guitargate]

Thanks Bobby!! And I really appreciate you being a lifetime member. Huge!

[@robertgrant3844]

@@Guitargate Yes and since I’m an old man we will both get our moneys worth on the life membership LOL 😁

[@Spurlinthemusic]

It’s refreshing to watch someone talk who doesn’t need to edit a bunch of cuts in it. I appreciate his ability to vocalize his thoughts.

[@EsmereldaIndigo]

I got your course off a course site. Amazing! You made things I have been struggling with for YEARS easier for me. I really thought I'd never make any more progress. How you teach really jives with how I learn.

[@Impulse21s]

Coffee & Guitar. That's a Sunday morn.

[@gamingkgs9291]

Amen

[@foogattimcr8777]

Man I’ve been watching so much and I wanted to pull the trigger on guitar gate and I finally did! So excited to learn more stuff on guitar! Thanks for being awesome Michael and for being such a great teacher in your reaction vids.

[@DolandB]

I saw you reviewing a Prince video and noticed you wearing a Baltimore shirt...❤️. I’m learning piano, but I subscribed! Music is music and Baltimore is my TRIBE!!!!

[@theshadowtalks]

I really love your advice and lessons. Your so humble and a great teacher. Thank you.

[@Guitargate]

Thank YOU!

[@kynnon3490]

I needed this. Been playing for many many yrs. just joined your course. Looking forward to it!

[@andrewptob]

I find I need to push myself mentally with improving at guitar. Training my mind not see the underlying major scale as home base when I’m trying to play modes. Being able to recognize the different scale degrees as I’m playing so that I can hit target notes. Things like that.

[@Guitargate]

You can do it if you set your mind to it!

[@andrewptob]

@@Guitargate 🤙 Thanks, Michael! 👍

[@krausewitz6786]

A trick I found to help with that is to always think in terms of chords, rather than scales or modes. Not sure if you're already doing that or not, but it might help.

[@josephfarabee8786]

I need to turn this on every morning. Haha Motivational!

[@tjrd12]

Hi Michael, while I do think it's a great idea to always push oneself, when it comes to playing guitar especially as we age I think it's also important to keep in mind that if you push too much you could be looking at developing some tendonitis. So it's always important to listen to your body and make sure that soreness is good soreness and not bad soreness. And if it gets too intense take a break.

[@benwear]

Looking forward to checking it out, Michael! Thanks for GuitarGate!

[@iestes525]

I always think about how T Swift played her guitar everyday until her fingers bled when I want to quit. Only way to get better is to keep going. Great vid.

[@Guitargate]

Never stop.

[@DK-jk8xz]

Progressive overload is the key to life. Great video.

[@AlanRudy]

I've just started the course - at 59 - first time playing guitar. An ex-wrestler who played ultimate for 20 years, my hands are bulky and tight. I can tell that the practice is going to take some getting used to and that there may be some things I'm not able to do... especially as an overworked faculty member with a teenage athlete, but I figure I'm going to learn a ton along the way. Started paying before I realized how long the free sessions are but, then again, I've gotten a lot of joy and learning from the Reacts videos... :-)

[@TheAngaritavivas]

you are a great teacher.. thank you so much.

[@gamingkgs9291]

Y’all actually try out guitar gate the first 16 lessons are free and you’ll learn something new I just tried it out and I’m considering getting a membership

[@Guitargate]

Thank you! Yes I always forget to mention the first level (beginner) is free!

[@kennywilkinson9270]

I agree with so many things you said in this video. However I want to add one thing that I think you should consider and maybe mention in the future. I grew up playing sports at an elite level and training hard with a sports nut dad who had gyms in our home lol anyway I always had that “work hard, push yourself” mentality. Frankly I’m glad because I was very novice but ended up able to somehow study and pass a music school audition and get through music school. Anyways, in my last semester of college as a music major, practicing hours and hours on end, cramming a 4 year program into 3 years because I auditioned and chose my major way late after two years of college. I was also working on weekends waiting tables so there was no doubt I was over doing it to my body physically and mentally. I just kept pushing and pushing and practicing and practicing. Right before graduation and all my performance exams and recitals, while playing a pit orchestra gig for 24 dollars a night, my hand gave out. My ring and pinky finger of my fretting hand just stopped working and went numb. Ended up seeing a specialist who works on musicians hands recommended by a professor and I developed ulnar neuropathy and carpal tunnel along with tendinitis. In such a short time the over use and abuse is what hurt me. While I agree with your work hard mentality one should mention that some can injure themselves and to take breaks and actually do those stretches and be mindful of this. I can’t work professionally as a musician now because of this and it’s all good but it’s something I battle daily still just so I’m able to play for my own enjoyment. I love your videos and watch them often! Keep doing your thing man your great and I love your stuff. I tell myself I should subscribe and join your crew I just have not got around to it due to busy life getting in the way. Hopefully I can change that soon. Stay well and stay safe brother!

[@Guitargate]

Kenny I thank you so much for this. I had the same thing happen at least 3-4 times in my life during super high frequency periods. Our bodies aren’t machines, but our minds can be. As important as it is to grind the gears, it just as important to oil and calibrate them. In my experience, when I adapt so does my body. Listen. React. Change. But never waiver from the commitments you made to yourself unless you have to.

[@JorgeIMunozMusic]

Guitar course from one of favorite players; let's go.

[@luigicannizzo2669]

Grazie dei consigli Michele. .. Sei un grande ... ☺😊😀/💙💙💙/👍👌👏👋

[@TheRojam12]

I must say pillar 3 is wayy more important than 1 and 2, at least for me. I've never been interested in taking courses and doing "exercises" (I do practice scales a lot, but in the context of a song or jam), Besides, there's so much good info on youtube for folks who want to learn guitar for free (like your vids ;) cheers, keep doin what you're doing michael

[@user-to2yt4cn6i]

This new setup is cool, and keep up the good content

[@quintonwilson3127]

I like this guy

[@hunters7907]

Great video, this should be reiterated more 🤟🏻

[@juanfranco3160]

now I'm inspired

[@disconap.d5214]

For the algorithm!!! Thanks for the vids man

[@stuarthightower418]

Is one too old to learn guitar? I am 60 years old and have loved the guitar all of my life. I would love to learn to play. Is it possible?

[@p1TCHONEEE]

It's all about passion and the time and effort you put in.. not about your age! If you love it, do it!

[@charliedanoele]

Hey SH..I picked it up after almost a 40 years break. .get a guitar your comfortable with and have some fun. ..you probably figured out (by now) your not going to be selling out Madison Square Garden any time soon..but when you hit the chords and it (almost) sounds right its a great feeling. .and if you don't like it. .sell your gear online or gift it to a young person. .music is a journey and its waiting for you. .

[@TheAndyAllwood]

I started playing on my 60th birthday. Now I can't imagine a day without playing, so go for it...

[@MaxJoplin]

When you're enjoying yourself, everything is worth the time. No expectations, no timeline of results. Just play, and love it each day. Your love for it is all that matters.

[@tkenglander6226]

You can definitely learn how to play guitar, yes!! Next year at this time, you'll be one year older whether or not you take up guitar. But - if you take up guitar - you'll be able to express your love for guitar by listening to music AND playing music!! How cool is that??!! Go for it, Stuart!! :-)

[@gregwasilchen8655]

I love training! Used to practice 3 hours a day of almost pure training. I now have tendinitis in both hands though lol 😅

[@jordandangelo180]

It’s true. Pushing yourself is the only way. A lot of people see the masters shedding on stage for an hour or more but sometimes forget how many hours of relentless practice it took to get there. Watch Stevie Ray’s face when he’s soloing and bending on 13’s or Eddie Van Halen’s face at the end of his solo of Live Without a Net. He starts the tap slow and then builds up the speed and you can tell he’s really pushing himself to finish the run. You’ll never reach your full potential just going through the motions. Speaking of endurance, you should do a video on a Shawn Lane. He could solo at top speed for hours. The guy was like a robot 🤖

[@Guitargate]

YES. You get it. And I’ll add him to the list!!

[@jordandangelo180]

@@Guitargate Thanks Mike. You’re channel is the best and I love how I always see you in the comments section of videos I watch. It proves you’re a true fan of just like the rest of us.

[@captainshiner42]

Nothing but facts here, homie.

[@jwaj]

My secret to making huge gains on my guitar... Turning up the gain knob on my amp

[@michaelhoward4173]

Silver (red) sky looking good!

[@MACKHAWKSS]

when i get my job back i’m 100% purchasing the course. love it here.

[@marksc1929]

..well stated ...pick the guitar up DAILY ...👍

[@justinreaser8268]

Meditation music

[@iPlayDrums025]

Needed this, thank you

[@jarittkagan9709]

Thanks I needed a push to keep going

[@Guitargate]

We all do brother.

[@jonahmurphy842]

Bob Ross of guitars

[@benkatof4240]

This sounds simple, but it's really good advice!

[@Retrodustbin-blog]

Just got to lesson 5. Great course!

[@Guitargate]

Thanks!!

[@hasancosskun]

ı have been taking course of this guy for 3 months and ı gotta tell you guys İT is nothing like any other course İf you have doubts in you fuck it . İt s worth while your money.( even if you live in 3rd world country and 10 dolar is equal to 70+of your local money ).Big loves from Turkey Michael

[@Guitargate]

Thank you!!

[@taylorshuck8093]

I want to encourage everyone to before powering through, please make sure you learn how to not injure yourself. You don't need to play until it burns, because if you are focusing on technique then you shouldn't have burn anyways unless you're doing hours and hours. Build up to playing for long periods. Athletes don't start training for a marathon by running a marathon the first day. If it hurts, that's your body telling you it needs rest to do that. Look at what's feeling sore, if you're holding tension, and how you can relax into the playing.

[@jasonbrandow8708]

liked the concept "Train, don't Exercise."., clicked the link to see the training program, Section #2...all EXERCISES! LOL

[@Guitargate]

Keep going! The fingers have to do something. I’m not reinventing the wheel. Just showing how I use it.

[@huntermcbride3599]

Check out Leon Bridges- River from Austin City Limits. Great song and very talented artist.

[@Phineus05]

Don't know where else to write a request - but I'd love to watch your review of anything from Luca Stricagnoli! :D

[@PudWud1]

That clean sound is great for such a high gain amp. Would be interested in why you went for the high gain PRS amp instead of the Sonzera for example?

[@anthonybrown3198]

That's a nice gray on that wall

[@Guitargate]

Dude. I agree.

[@josephl.2398]

God damn. I guess it's time to sign up. Great video.

[@Guitargate]

You can do anything you set your mind to!

[@lenny3804]

So you’re saying if i buy a PRS ill be good?

[@Guitargate]

No no no

[@lenny3804]

@@Guitargate 😂

[@bradypilgrim684]

No but at least you’ll hear crystal clear how bad you sound

[@anthonynicholson5523]

Haha I was getting really into what you were saying and relating it to when I’ve worked out hard af @1:37 and then you cut to yourself straining your pinky muscle @1:40😆. It went from hardcore lifting to your pinky muscle in my head and it was funny. But hell yeah. Great advice. I’m picking up my guitar now and ready to cause myself some pain. That’s how it started when I was in a grindcore band at age 14 and that was when I made my initial Gaines that are with me still at age 45

[@lenny3804]

@@bradypilgrim684 well my guitar already does that so i guess ill save my money

[@jupyter_core9411]

Hey Michael, I heard you would be migrating everything from the Udemy course over to Guitargate. Is the course shutting down in Udemy? Could you make the videos downloadable so that we can access them once it's closed? Or is it going to stay up? I've been following your course since 2014 when I was in high school. It's been quite the journey and I've made significant gains as a guitar player. Thanks for all the content you've put out!

[@Devoted2Mariah]

So, now you’re just out here being perfect? This sounds like good sound advice though. ❤️

[@edsnotgod]

The only thing to learn to play is Eruption, maybe the Smoke on the Water intro

[@wrandy593]

Everytime I see the thumbnail I think Doug Demuro started a music channel

[@jakephillips9480]

do "Codeine" by Jason Isbell. But watch the live version. please.

[@loganellis7171]

I wanted to comment on here I love the videos but I dont have the cash to join even though eventually I will. For a reaction you should look up Jason Dea West - railroad ghost great song i think you'd like it.

[@billycarter4832]

Michael...I'm local and wanted to get a lesson or two. How much per hour..??

[@dawnbish3346]

Hi Mike, couldn't figure out how to send you a dm lol. I just wanted to say: Logan Halstead- Dark Black Coal. You're welcome!

[@joshwebb8408]

Do Davy Knowles next

[@bobdotson3299]

Morning man.

[@patrickrogerlouis]

This video is so 2021

[@Puppacha]

Would you review the licks played by all 25 guitarists including you in the latest "Music is Win" video??

[@billysmith5230]

Look up Paul Cauthen song Lil Son. You’ll love it for another review.

[@NeverMars]

just like Jared Dines last video ahahah!!!

[@Guitargate]

I have no idea what you’re talking about. Google!

[@SchutzBoysband]

If your hand or wrist hurts or burns you should definitely stop

[@DudelyDude925]

I know how to play a Tom petty song and a few chords but I really just want to learn how to improvise over Grateful Dead tunes and I have no idea where to start, can someone help?

[@jona2967]

Almost all of the great players (no matter what instrument) will tell you that it is much more important HOW you practice than practicing so long until your muscles hurt. Beside that musicality is not something you will gain from playing something so long until you almost got you Tendinitis.

[@zamplify]

*Tendonitis likes this.

[@astebbs]

Ok...I tried to find a decent spot to post a video review, however I have come to a dead end so I will post it here. I'm sure you get a million of these but this is solid ....( kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5mpqZ9vbbt4hdU). I've been listening to Moon Tooth for a while but apparently they just made this acoustic version last year. Awe at all angles is brilliant...musically, vocally, emotionally, etc... This will probably fall on deaf ears but its worth a shot after a couple toddies.

[@drewmyers1601]

I know this isn’t a reaction video, but PLEASE check out Synyster Gates Master Class Solo. I’d love to see you break it down.

[@nuendo2496]

Does Paul Reed Smith pay all you KZbin guys to use his guitars / amps? Does he give the guitars / amps? I don't know why anyone would want to use them.

[@jupyter_core9411]

People can play what they like. Why are you so preoccupied by people’s choice in gear? You know tastes are subjective right?

[@mpotter9944]

Last PULL-UP? Let's not get all crazy here... push-up maybe... how about a jumping jack?

[@Guitargate]

Those jumping jacks will crush you!

[@laurahastings7157]

I'll be fine with all that take it to your limit.I practice sometimes til I hate the song.haha no,not really.yes really,no matter how much o like it!🤠JUST KIDDING ..no I'm not actually .I have trouble because of that.Is it possible I over do it?👱‍♀️nah I probably like to" take it ti the limit,1 more x🎶s' u know that one? I dont.🤓

[@Tsmace33]

I love all of your content however I am still waiting for a Zach Bryan reaction

[@karenwhite1279]

I recently found your channel. I do not play music but I do appreciate all kinds. I love watching your reactions ! Please check out my friend Jeff Grossman from Saints Eleven! He is an amazing guitarist and singer! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqTOhWh9f5KCl68