This lesson is years old now, And it's gotten me through a serious plateau. It's also helped me get into the mind of a personal hero of mine. Thank you very much Scott. It's very much appreciated.

Good to know I'm not the only one to find Willie's guitar work fascinating. Thanks Scott!

11 years later and Willie is still with us. Thank God. May he live forever.

Love to hear Willie play. His solos are so melodic. You can hear the Django influence, even though he's not playing the same way Django did.

Thank you so much. I’ve always appreciated Willie Nelson’s style. He is truly one of a kind. The walk ups and walk downs are just the cherry on the frosting of what makes him great and unique as an artist. I’ve got a lot of work to do to catch up. Or maybe not. Willie is Willie, thank God. And then there’s each one of us. Thanks again. Peace ☮️

Just wanted to say THANKS ... I'm 61 years old and just started taking guitar lessens about 2 and a half months ago ... Willie's playing has always inspired me ... like so many of the great ones, Joe Walsh, Eric Clapton, Mark Knopfler and so many others ... it's been a lifetime dream of mine just to learn to play at all. I will never be great, or probably even very good, but I sure am enjoying the ride ... and this video made my day ... keep up the good work. Guys like you mean an awful lot to guys like me.

I'm glad I'm not the only one that thinks Willie is a guitar GENIUS! Thanks for sharing these licks.

I hear you my friend. The man is one of a kind and it doesn't matter if it's his voice or his guitar you hear first, you 100% know who it is within the very first note. That is just so rare and amazing. I hope we get to enjoy him a lot longer!

Hi my friend! Yeah, you get it for sure! Willie just makes me smile to hear him play. He tried the corporate look and style in the beginning and then he literally let his hair down and let his soul out and, it's been a rocky tax road for him, but all the rest has been pure gold!

You gotta love Willie for being Willie. He's one of a kind and I love that about him. Truly a nice guy too.

Thank you so much Scott. I was born in 1971 and raised with race horses and on a race track and in every barn it was always country music and I'll never forget EVER the first time I heard Willie Nelson. Still to this day by far my favorite musician of all time. My mother loved the more conventional songs such as Crystal Gail and Tanya Tucker, Lorretta Lynn, Charlie Pride ect. and my dad was into the "Outlaws" I love all of it but Willie Nelson rules all for me and always hasThank you for putting this together. I will be buying your Willie CD too! You are such an amazing teacher - you CRUSH everyone else on KZfaq! Thanks for being the dude you are! It is very much appreciated. I feel like a kid on Christmas now that I've found your stuff on here! I just subscribed! Thanks again it's all amazing!

I agree, my friend. I am a metal/shred guy and I've learned to really appreciate Willie. Country style is new to me but I love it. There is something about how the notes move that is very interesting and I enjoy your lessons. Thanks!

Scott, thanks, that was great. I have seen Willie at least 30 times since 1977. He is my HERO. my first time was at the Charlie Daniels volunteer Jam in Nashville. I was hooked. I heard Willie say that his favorite guitar player was Django Reinhardt, you can hear this in most of all his playing. Thanks my friend, Gary

I was a rocknroll guy as a teen but as a child I had a stack of 45s that encompassed the entirety of my dad and older siblings records from the 50's up through 1980 or so. As an adult I was given a copy of Stardust on CD. This was just after my brother died. I had heard Willie's radio hits but man that one was like pure jazz and the most gorgeous lines and lyrics. It really helped me open up my musical tastes amd got me through one of the hardest times in my life. It also opened the door for more country based acts like Drive By Truckers and the more alternative styles of country and southern rock. It was nice to learn I could actually sing rocknroll with my natural Western North Carolina Great Smokey Mountains accent and didn't have to wash it up to remove any sign of twang. Excellent video I am happy to be able to play those Angel walk ups now. Thanks.

Thanks Scott. I grew up listening to Willie and was my first concert when I was 9 years old, which blew my mind. Now I am going to play it!

Great stuff. Willie is an American Hero and Scott, you did him justice with a great lesson. Thanks!!!

So very true. People always put down what they don't understand or can't play.

God bless you Scott! So many would take your priceless wealth of knowledge to the grave but your a giver and work your ass off in the process. Hats off to you man!

scott, I have tried everything , from books video gibsons learn and master,you name it ,I feel like I'm in a rut and cant get out, but you have helped me a lot and I want you to know I appreciate you, you are doing a great thing, god bless you

Scott you made this a while ago,but I love this song Angeles flying to close to the ground l now really love Willie and the highway men.loved the way you played it and explained it Just want to THANK YOU!!!!!!! You opened my eyes.BE WELL ! A FRIEND

Scott, thanks so much for the work you put into this, and sharing the love for Willie's playing. My Dad, a non-musician himself, came up with a nickname for those chromatic walk ups and walk downs: to this day, affectionately known in our family as "The Willie Double"

Thanks , you can transmit the depth of Willy's playing. The more mature willy gets , seems like a fine wine , mellows , fewer notes , tons more feeling ! He goes places that defy music theory . I have watched him perform angels to close in front of ten of his peers , they are all silent , with huge smiles just shaking their heads. The one and only ... Willy . 🖖❤️🇺🇸

Scott you are the Bomb ! I appreciate all of your knowledge and experience !! I have been playing for 35 years, and I've learned a ton from you bro !!!

Thanks for this Scott and for the tribute to Willie. There was a time when I only listened to Willie Nelson's music. Still love him.

Thanks very much Scott , Great lesson, Willie's playing and sound is one of a Kind

Thanks for the priceless sharing; I always regard Willie as one of the most honest players ever..never scripted but straight from the heart of a gifted master. He always seems to forget about rigid boundaries and just plays the music. Incidentally, that walk up off the E reminds me of the walk up bass riff in "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" but with feeling. Thanks again!

You have a beautiful spirit to take the time to show us something that would, not only give us playing the "Willie Style", but also the other Willie Nelson fans sitting around the campfire listening to me. Also thank you for saving my neck in Texas by emphasizing the correct technique to play a Willie Nelson song. My favorite song is "She is Gone", it would be a blessing if you could teach us po' folks the song if you would be so kind. May God continue to bless you always....

Hey Scott, great Willie Nelson lesson!!! I can't agree with you more, Willie is a gift to mankind! I can't go a single day without listening to The Outlaw, The Legend, The Man.......THE REDHEADED STRANGER!!!! He is the BEST!!!!

Thank you, thank you! I've been a Willie fan for 50 years. I even bought a nylon string, so I could capture his sound. Equipment, technique, and soul all have to be there, but as you implied, equipment is the least important (beyond a certain point). Thanks for the technique. I may not have Willie's soul, but now I have something to work on the rest of my life.

This freaking video. I have watched it probably 100 times. And it don't get old. Thanks for.the info . I have put this into my memories forever. Thanks again

Oh Willie is an all time great. I have lived his stuff forever.

From one "Scott" to another...THE BEST Willie impersonation/ homage EVER! Willie is a living National Treasure. Thanks for sharing all of your copious knowledge. I once saw one of those, "Behind the Music" - type shows, all about Willie. The interviewer asked him, "Do you ever think about retiring?" Willie said, "HELL man.... All I do, is play MUSIC?... & Play GOLF!... Now....... WHICH one do you want me to quit ?! Thanks again Scott

I really liked your Willie tutorials. Learned alot. Mickie Michele in California still 3 chord crazy. 75 yrs young

that song & willie= perfect. You break it down very very well. Even for people who don't play an instrument I think this would help them appreciate willies skill & style.

I really enjoyed this lesson and it is fun to play this style. Thanks.

Thanks Scott, your efforts are appreciated.

Thank you, Scott, i give a flyin' rat butt, you are so correct how epic and influential Willie Nelson is for his playing, his singing, his songwriting and lyric ability. He keeps his songs fresh, they are so timeless. Thank you for your easy to follow instruction.

I can feel your passion for Wikkie Nelson!! Thanks for the free lesson.

Always great to revisit this lesson, it's truly amazing. Thank you man.

So very true about him. He will jam and record with anybody and make it amazing. A true musician's musician. Thanks buddy!

"Angel' is absolutely the song the I am trying to learn. That, 'Til I can Gain Control Again' and 'I'd have to be Crazy' are pretty much essentials for me. Thanks! Just ordered the DVD.

Saw Willie Nelson..first time, this past Monday nite. I never realized how great of guitar player her was! Great Jazzy licks on Trigger...I was really inspired watching him play.

yea I play just like him and learned how to play sitting in front of my stereo listening to the red headed stranger album. have a 1970 Martin classic signed by him. his biggest fan!

thanks for the free lessons im 71 and pick up electric rental and start to just enjoy it again play a bit but did what everybody does and put it back in closet

Spot on! Love your love for my man Willie!!!

I think it's great that you are bringing this to us .totally inspired .thanks again doc.

Awesome, spent my evening with your video, great instruction and details

I was lucky enough to be raised by my grandparents. Although as a kid I was into KISS, Black Sabbath, and all that cool 70's hard rock....at home they listened to a lot of classical music, show tunes, opera, and sometimes Willi Nelson! hahahaa So I have really fond memories of my grandfather singing like Willie in the living room some days. again another great one Scott, you rule!

Really fell you glad he is still with us

Willie is the Man! Loved his work since I was in my 20's....a long time ago

Willy to me is a guitar legend, when he put a pickup in trigger, trigger became part of the band. Willy has inspired a legion of new guitar players including myself. His style is unique to himself with the flavor of the two finger master Django Reinhardt! Great video.

I think you did great singing willie

Scott I'm so glad I had this video Thanks my friend 🎸

Willie my personal hero besides Glen Campbell and has been since mid 70s Not a lot learning video I see playing an Ovation guitar. I haven’t had anything but ovation guitars since 78. So I found me a new favorite channel today. Thanks a lot for all the instructions here❤️👍🙏

I am really glad I found your channel, you are very refreshing. I've been playing over 40yrs. what you said about Willie is absolutely true, he scares the crap out of all the studio musicians because of his own timing when it comes to recording. thanks for posting.

Thanks Scott, I love that respect the 4th note metaphor, It completely makes sense. You are a good teacher.

Thanks Scott!! I'm one of the guys that "gets it" When is comes to Willie and his incredible guitar playing style!! I had to pick up my guitar when the video started and haven't put it down yet!! SOO COOL!!!!!

That was mighty entertaining hearing you imitate Willie "Too Close To The Ground". Bravo!

Scott you broadened my horizons thanks again 🎸 my friend!!!

Glad you whipped it out. Great lesson!

Great Job Scott good voice,another great lesson in humility.

Thank you so much. I could not agree with you more bout' Mr. Nelson. I will be working hard mastering this. Have loved "angel flying too close" forever. His licks in "I never loved you" are haunting. Again thanks so much . Love Groovey lessons !!

Scott I Love your Willie Nelson Lesson you smoked it. Thanks

I remember, I think in the early 80's I saw a movie Wille did called "Honeysuckle Rose". I thought I live recordings for that movie were brilliant. I will always have major respect for the "Red Headed Stranger" Thanks for this nice tribute.

Great! Best I've found on KZfaq.

Awesome lesson! I’m not a huge Willie Nelson fan but this lesson inspired me to check out some live concerts and give him his due respect.

Well said.Always respected Mr.Nelson.All musicians have to respect, all music, to be a true artist.imo

Just started to learn guitar and started to watch your videos you do a great job ...the singing was spot on too .cheers bud from here in Scotland ....

Thanks much John. I'm glad you both like it. I don't mind giving it away. Music is meant to be shared. I sell enough to keep the wife in good shape for after I'm gone and the rest is just friends sharing with friends. Just good fun!

The thing I admire most about Willie is that he continuously improved and adapted throughout his career. I suspect he is still trying to improve.

Hey man, don't be making fun of Willie. Okay, Okay there's a little drama in his walk up and downs. You had me rolling, but it was actually helpful. Thanks!

Thanks Scott, I always thought Willie was a superb singer and a GREAT guitar player even though I came from a Blues-R&B rock background, I kept an open mind and when I hear great playing I really appreciated it, whether it was Jazz, Country, or any other genre, Scotty Moore on early Elvis. Little Richard on Piano, still makes me want to get up and dance.

I just found your channel couple days ago from what I've seen I really like your teaching style it works with me . I have a hard time finding teachers that I really like for my learning style

Man I have been telling people what a great guitar player willie is for years , as I have been practicing his style for years as well. Great video thanks

Thank you for the help, love it!

Scott, you're funny, smart and, doggone it, People like you. Awesome and still kickin'...

Respect the cow lol, you always crack me up, love you're Willie, Nelson that is!

Awesome appreciate the tutorial

Another "HOME RUN!" Thanks Scott ~ Katie

Thanks Scott love your teaching

Thank you so much Scott Grove. Your so talented God bless you

Thanks this helped me really understand the walk ups and walk down really well. I greatly appreciate the video.

Great Teacher Way To Go !!!

Thanks for the lesson, I could not agree with you more about Willie, he is an American treasure

great lesson and great view on Willie.... thanks

Willie is still here...yeaahhhh

Great lesson on one of my favorite guitar players. Thank you.

9 years and he’s still kickin

Great ! Thanks, Scott.

You confirmed something I've been telling people for a long time now when you referenced his understanding of blues and jazz. When Willie takes a solo on that old guitar of his, you can almost bet the house on him either playing it as Mexican music or he will drop in a few little jazz licks. Just like Chet Atkins, Willie is a frustrated jazz player! The best part is though, it doesn't matter how he plays it, because what really matters is he can play...very, very well!

Scott, you are so right about Willie. Just because he doesn't play an electric with a marshall stack don't mean he can't play. You just have to listen a little closer and his chops are as good as any. I've always loved his vocals as well.

Thanks for ruining my Memorial Day weekend! I have looked for help with this for a long time and I know I can't possibly put my guitar down until I master this one. Thanks Scott. You break it down so well...

Awesomely Awesome! You unlocked a door!

great job and sing too!

i come back to this 2 great job

thanks Scott , I'm a Willie junkie too lol . I've been doing the Willie walk ups since I was a kid in the 70's . your right this is something pockets need to know. BTW, I've got a 1983 Gibson Corvus II and its my favorite electric. keep picking brother, Louie Pate

Thanks my friend. Yeah, Willie deserves a lot more attention. We're not going to have him much longer and they guy is just a MONSTER player. Not another one out there that you can tell who it is by the first note he plays. What a great guy!

I see amazing things come from respect ty Scott.

Not really a country fan, but I got into Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson in the 1970's. They both were, and are, phenomenal talents. Outlaws forever.

Willie is and was always GREAT