Eric Clapton | Change The World | Dean Parks | Tim Pierce | Performance | Talk

[@allancrow134]

Man, I can't believe how Dean Parks just slays that song on the Acoustic. Tim sounds awesome as well, what a performance. I've watched this about 20 times.

[@MatthewDuminy]

Tim always looks like he’s having the best time of his life whenever he’s playing. That’s when you know you were made for something.

[@rogermartin8844]

Know what you mean

[@AntarcticGuitarEnthusiast]

2 super modest great guitarist, humbly thanking each other, while setting the bar as high as possible. Peace and Maximum Respect

[@edgoswick1271]

This version is so good it made me forget there were vocals on this song.

[@Producelikeapro]

WOW!! This is a HUGE treat Tim!! Thanks for getting Dean to do this!

[@DBMorris]

Yes! Thank you all so much!

[@vhollund]

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[@geraldkovach520]

Definitely! I have watched this video numerous times. Dean’s playing is amazing

[@mjf1036]

It’s amazing to sit in the room as two music legends jam and then chat about the old days. Thank you Tim.

[@WayneMcCartney]

Tim we share a similar story. I worked in Hollywood for years doing small studio production and had seen Dean around town over a twenty five year period but we never meet. Back in 2009-2010 I had a Guytron 100watt head and the two open and closed back 2x12 Cabs for sale in Craigslist O.C. Dean called one day and said he wanted to check it all out. He drove down to our house and I suddenly realized Dean Parks was in my living room and I had to demo the amp for him. Thank God the wife got a picture of us together .He is a lovely man and is so humble and down to earth. He used the new rig on the Crosby Stills Nash tour I believe.

[@phillybri]

Tim's tone is absolutely gorgeous...

[@PerseusSpur]

I love the little shy acknowledgement of how big a part of your life Dean Parks was. Sometimes I think that he doesn't get how big he is in the scheme of things! Thanks for incidentally showcasing him!

[@itsTHURSDAYagain]

One of my favorite songs when it came out. Great to hear it again after years, from the guy that actually played it.

[@PebblesChan]

2:08 - Gotta love the synchronized hand wave!

[@teecee3866]

That is so cool, thanks for pointing that out!

[@deanmlshredder]

He left the tuner on the headstock. Beato's havin a STROKE!!!

[@benzakonium]

That tone he gets with his fingers. To die for.

[@truce11]

More Dean Parks, please! Love watching two masters go over the classics. Life is short, take advantage of opportunity. There is not enough Dean Parks on youtube - Dean and You make an Awesome masterclass

[@BeautifulSpirit-kf5ld]

I'm a vocalist ...this is what we call a "singy song" ... it is absolute joy for the vocalist... but not so easy for guitar..."if i could change the world ...You would think that i was really something good" ..Probably the most relatable lyric every put to paper.. Beautiful work, Mr Parks... You are def. In your authentic purpose. thanks Tim

[@stickman55100]

I NEVER tire of listening to and watching this clip. It’s inspiring to watch both of you playing together.

[@martingrant6598]

Thank you Tim for showing the brilliance of Dean Parks musicianship and mastery of this great song.

[@CAGraphics-z1c]

Thank You Dean, this was a rare treat to watch this being played by The Man and the guitar that laid it down.

[@mintlp]

Dean sounds and feels incredible on that acoustic guitar track!! His articulate touch makes his tone sound so beautiful on that acoustic!

[@markusfrieauff5651]

Two real gentlemen. So nice to see how friendly they are.

[@chrisclermont456]

After all of my years in LA, I met Dean Parks at Winter NAMM in Anaheim in 2019. We hung out for about an hour. Nobody recognizes him!! Great guy!!

[@mensahs1271]

Wonderful. The sheer humility of these two is something to behold. Tim's smile at 'The Master's' harmonious G at 2.15 is priceless. Obi Wan Parks needs no flamboyance...the magic will find you!

[@MM-rr1kp]

such beauty in the simplicity of dean's solo. that quick little dissonant couple of notes these guys have such perfect time tim sneaking in and out all over the place what a pro

[@Ruudis9er]

Tim you're a national treasure, thank you for sharing. That was really amazing hearing/seeing you and Dean playing.

[@jerrystephenson1172]

Wow indeed! The "legend" Dean Parks, so smooth ( playing) & so unassuming. I am humbled, just watching.

[@drins.ishmaku9483]

Brings out sweet memories. A good song from real musicians, never knew it's origin like this. Thank you both!

[@shadowsong1]

the minute his fingers touched the strings you can hear its the fingers and guitar that played that part. *goosebumps*

[@markjohnson7243]

I've been a big fan of Dean for many years. Suprised to know he did this tune...a true masterpiece thanks Tim

[@suemadsen3782]

The guitar music is absolutely beautiful. I've listened to it about 50 times. Thanks.

[@Eduaro2U]

Great track - stunningly well performed. Thanks for sharing such wonderful skill and talent.

[@samlob]

WOW!! such a pair of humble musicians!!

[@brooklynboy1000]

humble, and a huge talent. the two guitars sound great together. thats 2 people listening to each other and giving the song what it needs. superb

[@djkolcun]

You win the internet with this one Tim and Dean! Magnificent!!!

[@MattyK-USA]

So great when I can see a legend and take a lesson at the same time... I must have rewinded 50-ish times working on the song before I actually watched the (excellent) video all the way through. Thanks, Tim. P.S. I am one of Tim's Masterclass students, and I can tell you all firsthand - the content is SO worth it. So, one guy's endorsement, FWIW.

[@chris33513]

2 of my long time heroes playing this wonderful tune. Divine.

[@charleshoernemann8661]

Dean Parks! What a Legend! I met Mr. Parks in 1982 when he was playing with Koinonia at the Backed Potato...a true gentleman and fantastic musician. Thanks for this Tim & Dean! 😊

[@derrickholmes2586]

Tim and Dean....just fabulous. Many many thanks for posting.

[@greyklopstock7155]

Dude, Dean absolutely KILLS. You can just hear, like, if you were to make an algorithm that played acoustic guitar backing perfectly every time, you'd basically model it after Dean Parks. Seeing this is all I need to know why he's a legend

[@R3TR0R4V3]

What a legend! Glad to see he's still around and playin' up a storm. Great episode! 👍

[@jojojosmart1]

this is the ultimate kind of video for working dog guitar players who just want a glimpse into a real guitar players world. Thanks for this upclose, personal, and instructional video.

[@michaelhoward7009]

Dean is a brilliant player. So under appreciated. His solo was great- beautiful and understated. .

[@rolandjgutierrez5839]

I can't believe this 2 masters man I wish we had these videos in the early 80s...Roland J Gutierrez from Magdalena New Mexico USA.

[@JosephDunegan]

@Time Pierce Guitar, there is nothing like that sweet Tim Pierce tone, period. I loved the Michael English Gospel album you played on. I was absolutely sold that you were an amazing musician and did that album so much justice!

[@1962stratcat]

Really great to see Tim and Dean playing together. Awesome!

[@pablocabrera9956]

Oh lord! that was amazing. So relaxing heard you guys. This is an example of perfection.

[@scottlupus7837]

Dean Parks! Is THE Man.

[@vividrecordingstudio]

Very much enjoyed this video. I love the humility of both of you as players, it's why you have lasted in the industry!

[@soulshouter109]

I love the work of these two awesome guitarists with JOE COCKER!

[@simonmaton]

Thanks Tim, truly a honor to hear Dean talk and play.

[@TheLordLeviticus]

I can't understand why this channel doesn't have millions of followers! Tim's playing, dynamics and feel on guitar is amazing!

[@idbrn4u]

Musical and elegant , open, and simply sophistication

[@jelopezmusic]

So cool to hear the story behind my favorite song. I've always loved the sound of the acoustic guitar in that song and man oh man you can tell right away it was him. Incredible.

[@swooshcdl]

Wow this is magic! A gift to all who appreciate. Cheers !

[@edwinsamuel7625]

Oh My God.... What an amazing musical treat by the amazing musicians...... MAY GOD BLESS ALL THE MUSICIANS AND THE WHOLE WORLD..... May the world be filled with love, beautiful music and beautiful peoples.....

[@calnonhardy4002]

Beautiful, deep , mellow acoustic guitar sound.

[@PabloPazosGutierrez]

the electric is so subtle it creates a magic feeling complementing that acoustic, amazing

[@Deliquescentinsight]

I always thought that Eric Clapton song was unusual, not really his style of lyric writing, so this reveals it - Great post and how wonderful to be able to see inside the esoteric world of session playing.

[@allthingsclassicrock]

That had to be a great gig, come in and sing and play lead over a great rack. All the work is already done!

[@beastlybombers]

Thank you both. I'm very grateful

[@MagruderSpoots]

I could listen to that all day.

[@marekvollach7831]

A thang of musically inspired Artistry and beauty...this vid made miy day as I struggle w living in a homeless shelter and turning 71 in March...while still awaiting my first job as a psychotherapist- having graduated in 2017 at age 65

[@JGlassy]

Nice track, and really appreciated the interview chat at the end. Great and yet humble story about Dean playing guitar for James Taylor in South America too, what an honor.

[@QuistJam]

Great video. Thank you

[@PeteThorn]

So great Tim! Masters!

[@IDontTalkToCops]

Love your playing too Pete! Much love man. One of the best going around today

[@ddpphoto]

I have long been a fan of Dean Parks and really enjoyed sitting in on this graceful catch up.

[@DlmlZ]

This is so full of music, technically not overloaded with thousands of notes but still brilliant. Well I am bit jealous of those guys having one of you guys as a personally guitar teacher. Thanks for sharing, it is always a pleasure to watch your videos, showing us what it means to do music while playing guitar. God bless you guys!

[@mikegoldthwaite4331]

I've learned so much from this one song....both in ear training and applied theory. It really makes you a better guitar play, if you just stick to it. Amazingly, its also very forgiving----lots of things work even if you're not playing it exactly like these two great professionals.

[@richfowlie7862]

Saw Dean Parks with Crosby and Nash about 13 yrs ago...blew my mind...all the riffs were perfect CSN and Y sound..it was like Stills was there! What a player!

[@toneseeker4968]

This is what I pray Heaven will be like... sitting in and playing with the likes of Tim, Dean and all the Greats, while God is tapping his toes and swaying to the music. If it is, then take me now, Lord. Thanks for posting, Tim...

[@twangbarfly]

Haha!

[@Bsquared1972]

Watched Dean Parks vid years ago where he showed off his Strat with DeTemple pickups...the next day I sent my Strat to Mike DeTemple and had him go through it...that guitar sounds as good now as it did then, only need to change strings. Dean is great!

[@cironicholas526]

I was 10 years old when this song came out and those opening chords were one of the things that inspired me to learn guitar. 27 years later I'm finally getting around to learning it!

[@_MOORE_1986]

I discovered Tone-Talk just about a month ago and it is how I discovered Tim. Great episode that was! I didn't want the music to stop on this video! I could listen to it for hours

[@michaelhughes7267]

This video belongs in the Library of Congress!

[@JeffDaytonMusic]

Thanks Tim, great pairing. As they might say in the wine shops, 'maple with rosewood accents and a spruce finish." Another humble, gentle man with a huge talent. I can see Dean with JT fitting right in.

[@Cre8tvMG]

Dean, thanks for all the great music over the years. I’ve enjoyed so many of your tracks and additions to favorite songs.

[@michaelsablan8772]

Woohoo! or as we say in Polynesia.....CHEEEEEHOOOOO! Awesome Braddahs! Mahalo nui loa.....Aloha!

[@Bmanhaas]

This is the real talent behind all those take my money records... thank you Tim for letting us in the musical wonderland. God bless you and stay healthy.

[@yodajazzcat]

I watched this when it first came out and am watching again because it's so good. I love the D#-E lick Dean plays in his solo. It's perfect and sounds awesome.

[@stuartbradley2692]

DP is not what I expected! These are gentlemen both, and huge talents. It's great to see mutual respect.

[@timwood958]

Thank you so much, it's so hard to find good information about how that song is played. Then to have you post a session with the original guitar player...So much simpler than how I noodled it out. You made my day, Tim.

[@funkystudiocat]

Great video. Props to Gordon Kennedy and Tommy Simms for their writing skills on this song.

[@SteveSeagerStorywise]

Amazing to see. And really interesting how Dean totally sits _inside_ the pocket, while Tim sits slightly _ahead_ of the beat. At times the gap is huge! (Relatively speaking)

[@timpierceguitar]

Yes and if I could have re-done my part I would’ve laid it back absolutely

[@tog2842]

Absolutely wonderful, two old gunslingers with tales for days showing us all how it is done. Great show chaps 👌👌

[@scotabot7826]

WOW, Chill Bump City!!!!!! 2 of the best session men in the world!!!!! Dean Parks, are you kidding me!!!!!!!!!!

[@jesseserna8424]

3:30 am can’t turn it off …I am trying to learn to play guitar at 59 and I always discover a great (guitar)song in the middle of the night,but cannot practice it bc every one in the house is asleep..thank you 🙌🏼🎸

[@mikereynolds3294]

Dean seems like the nicest guy on earth. He is like the brain surgeon you would want working on your noggin, no bedside manners, but all business and the absolute top master at his craft. Hahahahahaha

[@JimPoston1]

Two great guitar players!! I can see the admiration of one another's guitar abilities!! Great Playing!! Thanks Tim for posting this! Best always, jp

[@EMPTYCUP111]

Sooo goood!! Tone, pocket, playing! Fascinating watching pros work.

[@scottmoyer1357]

You guys are such wonderfull "kindred" spirits. A pleasure to hear. Love the song and teach it in this precise chordal format. Thnx for sharing.

[@peterobb2083]

Brilliant! Always thought it was Clapton's acoustic.Dean is an absolute legend, great video thanks.

[@JasonMcFly]

That was exquisite. One of my favorite songs of all time. Bravo!!!

[@gregt4202]

Awesome. The most enjoyable video I've seen in a long time. Thanks

[@bassaniobrokenhart5045]

Oh, my God! Even as a life-long fan of EC, I never thought much of this song (this was in the soundtrack of some John Travolta movie) until today. Beautiful.

[@punkassparker]

This is one of those that you can't help but watch over and over. Truly inspiring artistry

[@punkassparker]

3:02 is where my mind gets blown every time. I don't have an electric guitar and I always think that I can't play cool licks on an acoustic that still sound awesome and powerful, but this proves me wrong.

[@Tomsdrawings]

Music, wisdom, love, life. Thank you guys.

[@fiddlefolk]

So awesome to have this Legend on your show.....More please! Great job Tim...Thanks!

[@fiddlefolk]

Tim, I just wanted you to know that I wasn't leaving you out in the Legend category! Dean is the mentor of us all!

[@investorart58]

Talk about a "sweet spot"! Absolute perfection gentlemen. What a treat!

[@samsonmorrell]

One of my most favourite tracks ever

[@viniciusmarcilio3194]

What a great guy. An inspiration as a musician and human being.

[@PickettMusic]

This feels so good I almost want to cry. Brilliant stuff...

[@johngerson7335]

Wow. Man, what great changes. To see it played by you and the man himself is just priceless, one couldn't wish for a better lesson. Thanks so much for this Tim

[@jhalyard4342]

Dean Parks, Fort Worth boy, Paschal HS graduate, been a lot of great musicians from here!

[@johngerson7335]

+J Halyard Cool. Thanks for the reply.