The Beatles "Please Please Me" Lesson by Mike Pachelli

[@archiet2205]

Please keep these lessons coming. The most accurate and detailed on KZbin

[@MPfrance]

Archie Tomlinson - Thanks and Will do - many more to come!

[@bezieling4]

Mike, thanks a lot for your brilliant lessons. I am a 69 year old guitar player from Holland, who grew up with the Beatles, but I am still discovering the essence of their music thanks to you.

[@Daytripper51]

Your knowledge of Beatle history is accurate! Great job!

[@famatu]

I think accurate might not be the best compliment, although in this day and age it probably is

[@gol8723]

I think so too, I never hear him tell some facts wrong. = Accurate. And the playing is VERY convincing.

[@liamjamesomalley6177]

i may have said this before but will again - these are the best Beatles guitar videos ever. You are a great teacher!

[@MPfrance]

Wow, thanks!

[@iskrajackal9049]

Always believed that the Beatles were amazing, but it turns out that just amazing doesn't get halfway to describing them because they were absolute geniuses and you make it all come alive, Mike. Thank you.

[@cynthex7113]

I've known these songs for more than 50 years. I played basic barre chords for ages. But every time I watched footage of them in concert, I wondered what they were playing. I finally know! Thank you for this gift! Cynthia

[@MPfrance]

Cynthex - you are most welcome - glad I can be of some assistance!

[@thiscorrosion900]

The thing for a solo guitarist at home practicing is, which part are you gonna play/learn, you almost have to choose which one to learn unless you're an octopus. If you get good enough you can kind of play a compromise of both.

[@HKKRAMER]

I do not know how to play any instrument, I just love Mike's love of the music.

[@cindyziegra2596]

You make my 69 year old heart feel young again❤️

[@Davidm1956]

Thanks for that Mike. Loved it. I get goosebumps ever time I hear that song as I remember how I felt . . . ooh about 60 odd years ago . . . when I first heard it!

[@randymccracken2722]

Love your break downs of all these classic Beatles songs Mike. Thanks so much for taking the time to do it and thanks for your cheerful, pleasant manner.

[@MPfrance]

Glad you like them!

[@WillyPDX94]

These Beatles lessons are priceless, Mike.

[@michaeloberly6129]

Bless you, Mike, for dissecting these recordings and helping to understand why exactly they sound so great. Thank you.

[@pavelstrnad1212]

Mike I cannot thank you enough for your all your fantastic lessons on Beatles. It´s hardly seen such a combination of a great musician and lovely , enthusiastic, outgoing personality... all your lesson are a big thing and your help to amateur guitar players is enormous. By far the best tutorials on the timeless Beatless songs on the Internet. Thank you soooo much for all you have done and posted!!!

[@richardk1ify]

"I think you've got your first Number 1" great job Mike. Thoroughly enjoyed.

[@alansimpson8962]

That is incredible story I never get tired of hearing story's like that about what really goes on behind the scenes of greatest musical act in history of world called beatles

[@KishorJoshiMCh]

Almost like John and George themselves making guitar lessons of their songs. Thank you Mike for the great, detailed lessons.

[@cdavidlake2]

Mike is a Beatles scholar extraordinaire.

[@rogerspalding5673]

Mike, just found you. You make everything very understandable. You're quite an impressive artist yourself. "Please, Please Me" is one of my very favorite early Beatles songs. You fill in the blanks with chord illustrations others don't. I now have a much better understanding of the John-George bi-play. The splitscreen and the final version of yours is outstanding. Thank you very much for keeping John and George alive!

[@richardslater677]

Informative, accurate, technical superb, brilliant performance, great playing. This guy does the best tutorials on KZbin bar none.

[@MPfrance]

Wow, thanks!

[@2666loco]

one of my top 5 favorite Beatles songs. John's harmonica makes it so much better

[@jasons1034]

Dude, please keep making videos like this. Thank you for passing along your knowledge, very insightful.

[@MPfrance]

You got it!

[@timothydaniels504]

The more I listen to Please, Please Me the more I think it’s their greatest song. I’m pretty sure I first heard this about a month after JFK’s assassination. For that generation, the Beatles pulled a lot of young people out of the shock and gloom of that horrible event.

[@DesrochersBob]

Mike, your love of the Beatles shows through! GREAT lesson!

[@rickwarrick3092]

Mike, you're awesome, truly! This video was too much work for a few thousand views... We really appreciate it!

[@marksimpson2321]

This is possibly my favourite (or second favourite after I Saw her ..) Beatles song done by my def Fave Beatles Boss , Mike P. Can't believe I missed it in my feeds. Brilliant! Ty, Mike!

[@westrokker]

Wow, love your deep dive into the history of the songs. Really cool. I remember hearing the Beatles around ‘62 or 63’ for the first time. Still love to hear these songs. Thanks!

[@davidbolls4850]

Excellent! Excellent as always! YOU will go down in history as the man who parsed the Beatles’ guitar playing into a form that both novices and the musically trained can grasp and savor. Thank you !!

[@maximobenatti6110]

I think this song is really great ... rhythm, melody, vocal harmonies and a great Ringo. Bravo Mike. !!

[@sidneymerkouris103]

Mike you are simply the best teacher of Beatles as there is. Thanks so much.

[@MindsetMastery75]

Your Beatles covers are amazing Mike!

[@merrittmagruder3122]

11/30/22 Fantastic job recreating all the authentic detail and all the correct "Beatles Chord-Shapes", that they used in all their early songs. Even what seems at first to be a simple Beatles song, is embellished with all sorts of hidden, complex detail, that may be buried in the recordings, but can be seen and heard I n live performances. No other band ever played better when live, than The Beatles, and you always replicate that perfectly. Thank you for your great work.

[@johnkilpatient1509]

My favorite Beetles ch'une! Thanks for the back story.

[@satoshikono3362]

I never saw beatles video in such deep understanding, and analysis on both John and George's guitar play. Great job.

[@keithgeorge2541]

I’m having so much fun sitting in the studio with you! More goosebumps!

[@jwsb1991]

Amazing as ever. Keep them coming Mike! Merry Christmas.

[@MPfrance]

Happy holidays!

[@glennleggett8549]

"Gentleman, you've got your first Number One hit."

[@johnboyle2747]

It's debatable from me to you reached no one on the BBC's official billboard charts in may 63 it's a question that often pops up in quizzes and please please me often is the bug bearer but George Martin did say them historical words and we were blessed with an array of glorious moments and music by them

[@stevecarter7001]

You should be made Professor of The Beatles music Mike . Another insightful and enjoyable lesson . One of the only good things about this terrible time being locked up is your lessons.

[@thomasstoltz8399]

Every time I watch this lesson, I pick up something new... thanks Mike this is super great.

[@covakk]

Hey Mike! Never realized George followed the vocal line on his Gretsch!!! Now that I listen to it again, there it is!! Thanks for the lesson, great coverage on an amazing song!! Can't wait for more!!

[@jakek201]

Always the best mike, thank you so much, it’s awesome to learn from someone who not only knows beatle song by heart, but by someone who shares such admiration for the lads. Thank you.

[@robertmessina6962]

Mike...I can now play this because of you! Ty You carry the torch of the spirit of the Beatles!

[@frankortega4280]

Mike, I have seen several of your videos and enjoyed them all. Your attention to detail is amazing Mike. Thank you for so graciously sharing your work.

[@davidwatton]

Mike, your enthusiasm is infectious!

[@realsquirrelhours565]

My prayers are answered!! I've wanted to hear your take on the song for awhile and I'm more than happy to see it!! Sounds amazing as usual.

[@cohoblue6512]

Absolutely outstanding Mike and thank you for taking the time and effort to upload this very accurate account of the Beatles song ... The back story is also just as important as the song itself , a nice touch to compliment the video ... Merry Christmas to you ...

[@argusfleibeit1165]

Pure bliss and adrenaline. So short and perfect. THOSE GUYS!!

[@mopunchstudio9289]

wow the history in the intro was captivating. Thanks for this.

[@MPfrance]

My pleasure!

[@wallytjr256]

Wow. Doesn’t look simple to me. And to think George was barely 20 when he came up with all his bits and riffs. Amazing. Thanks!

[@chrismorley3074]

ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT Mike. Please keep making these, they are so Accurate and Great to watch. THANKS..!!

[@61dodgelancer]

"Please Please Me" was the first Beatles song I heard. I loved it right away. It had a lot of energy and was really different than anything playing on the radio in those days. I listened to it on my car radio one night coming home from a date. I was 18 and living in Menlo Park, Ca. Kept the car radio playing as I parked my car in the driveway. It was 1963. A DJ on KYA radio (San Francisco) brought a record over from England. Said the Beatles were a big hit in Great Britain. Then he said too bad we'll probably never get to hear much of the Beatles here in the U.S. even though they were a great band. LOL!

[@66ebutu]

Wow!! Oh boy, what a fabulous lesson! Thanks Mike. I can see you being in the charts with this one.

[@andychan5720]

Thank you so much Professor Pachelli for all your wonderful lessons.........please take good care.....all the best! ...............Love The Beatles........always..........

[@swatibhuj]

MAN! You make it look so easy! If John Lennon were alive today, he'd love you, Sir!

[@martinwalker3088]

Fantastic yet again Mike, thank you. Your enthusiasm and passion is a joy. It's lovely to see how they played. Have a lovely Christmas and a happy new year!!

[@charlespuskas838]

Love the back story, as well as the instructive lesson!

[@ChipsAplentyBand]

I loved hearing/watching this, Mike. It's the next best thing for those of us who wanted to be Beatles ourselves.

[@khyung8]

Please , please , Mike , carry on , it ' s so cool !

[@colincannon8072]

Absolutely loving this series of Beatle numbers. Thank you so much. Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones Mike.

[@kusunokimark7354]

I enjoy your teaching on Beatles songs. it is simply awesome and watching you makes me happy. From Fareast wonder land which is called Japan

[@stevemartin6192]

Thank you again Mike, love all your facts too. Incredible content

[@hpelisr]

Yes well done as always, Have a Great Christmas.

[@knowhereman1]

Mike Pachelli; a one man Beatles tribute band. In an interview, Paul recalled how they pleaded with George Martin to not release "How Do You Do It" saying, "We can't be seen wearing that song."

[@philhodgkinson1460]

All your guitars amps and pedals all so perfect!!!

[@perryd6761]

Another amazing lesson and accurate performance of a Beatles song. The music is so perfect, I don’t even mind your singing! lol. And you get extra credit for the George Lucas effect in the lower left box. 2 of you singing in harmony, in sync and can’t even tell that you layered it. As a professional video editor, I’m impressed.

[@willemt5900]

always good to get all the detail & perspective from Mike - accent on authenticity ! underated!

[@MPfrance]

I appreciate that!

[@kitsunewhisker]

This is one of my favorite songs of all time - but your lessons are so comprehensive and clear that I can’t help but learn so many Beatles tunes. Just a fantastic channel and you seem like a great guy too. I really look forward to your videos.

[@timmckeown1313]

When they first brought PPM to Martin, he listened and then suggested they increase the tempo to which they responded “What’s tempo?” Innocence and genius colliding. Great job, Mike!

[@midnightblues717]

Another GREAT one Mike! I love the historical background and "Fun Facts"! And typing of "Fun", you can really tell you had fun with this one! Cheers, MB

[@thedukeofrum5689]

Great lesson Mike - I'm off to get the tab now. : )

[@sapelesteve]

Terrific lesson & great rendition of that classic Beatles tune Mike! How those four lads from Liverpool were able to write & play all of those songs is totally incomprehensible to me.

[@petrkriz1200]

Fabulous!!! So much information an techniques. I´ve been playing The Beatles for more than 30 years but never got so much tricks and basic stuff like those in Mike´s videos.God bless people like him. By the way, he looks like John Lennon early 1967.

[@phillipwalsh7648]

Loved the entire video. Great instruction and fascinating history of the song’s making. Love your channel, Mike!

[@camixnova]

Amazing video! You do such a great job at making these videos! I think they tended to add an A7 in the middle eighth in their live shows, which makes it sound really cool

[@MPfrance]

Carmix - You are right. John & George turned MANY of their chords into 7ths (when they played live) that did not appear on their records. Good ears you have!

[@claytondollens9464]

Thanks Mike, your videos are cool and fun to play along w you.. I also enjoy all the fun facts you throw in..

[@richardslater677]

This videos are superb. Not just a great tutorial but loads of really interesting background. Excellent

[@MPfrance]

Many thanks!

[@thomasbrown8598]

Wow great job on the performance, and thanks for a super tutorial as well ! The background info what a bonus

[@neurons0nfire]

Incredibly thorough and detailed, as usual. That sixteenth note bit gives me fits. Still working on that!

[@MPfrance]

Fred - take it REAL slow for awhile. Practice it half speed with a metronome and build up to speed gradually. And don’t stress about how long it may take. I’m still working on things I’ve tried to play 40 years ago!!

[@carlocoles]

Mike; you are the man!!! This was fun to watch. Thx for the tip about them slowing/speeding the tape. I play bass along to the Please Please Me mono track and I have to tune my bass between Eb and E to sound in tune with The Beatles.

[@tubetone74]

Absolutely awesome Mike.

[@bipuljugran5043]

Great video! Starting with a riveting five minute description of the background of the song (the confusion in stereo/mono mixes was new info for me), detailed lesson and ending with a great cover of the song.

[@MPfrance]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bipuljugran5043]

The Beatles were also great at three-part vocal harmony eg "Nowhere Man" & "Yes It is". But I think their performance of "This Boy" in Miami Beach (Ed Sullivan Show, Feb-1964) was superb. Trivia : The instrumental version of "This Boy" is called "Ringo's Theme".

[@leokissling7072]

We love you, Mike Pachelli

[@nezbit8989]

Excellent as usual with a history lesson thrown in which I find fascinating 👌

[@marypetrie930]

As always, enjoyable your enthusiasm is captivating.

[@vzshadow1]

Mike, my guitar playing ended about 45 years ago. Don't remember exactly why, but it did. Nonetheless I look forward to your weekly lesson. Please keep up the good work and Merry Christmas to you.

[@chirilas5217]

Excellent tutorial Mr. Pachelli.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@petrslivinski7481]

Great instructions on both the guitar types. Very good! 👍

[@timrussellguitar1516]

Fun stuff as always Mike

[@petermacmillan6756]

Thank you. I am self-taught, and I've been faking my way through songs like this without getting them exactly right, and without understanding how and why they work.

[@909One92]

During the bridge where they sing the second “In my heart” I always thought John played “In” (E) “my” (A) “heart” (E). Great video, as always.

[@LostMountainRestoration]

Thanks, Mike. Another great one!

[@kirkrollins5591]

your the best man thanks for all the beatles tunes .

[@deckles100]

Best Beatles guitar lessons on KZbin!

[@harrietlofqvist2722]

Really good lesson even if i do not think it is as simple as you do. You know sometimes i think more complicated songs are easier o play. It took a little bit of time to make this one sounds good for me. I look forward to watch more lessons.

[@plaridelmagdiwang1362]

wow you nailed it Mike.

[@johnd9101]

THANKS mike! The best Beatles lessons.

[@doyleallen3762]

I'm loving your breakdowns of those cool songs. thanks.

[@MrJasdog107]

You explain the Beatles magic very well .

[@recordermitch8616]

love the history sprinkled in. Thanks, Mike!

[@philipnicholson4843]

Lovely song, great demo., Well done Mike!

[@stewartsnape1231]

Awesome song by the Beatles, the harmonica lead in then song is fabulous I remember it I must have been about.9 when this came out