Blues Genealogy: "Key to the Highway" - Blues Guitar Lessons

Blues Genealogy: "Key to the Highway" - Blues Guitar Lessons - David Hamburger

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13 жыл бұрын

FULL POST w/ tab: bit.ly/KeyToHighway
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@GargesFriend 10 жыл бұрын

For those whose tastes shamelessly range from Big Bill Broonzy to Kenny Burrell, this man is one of the most intelligent, cultivated, well-mannered and effective guitar teachers ever. Thank you, maestro Hamburger, your lessons are always insightful and helpful.

@dugknndy 5 жыл бұрын

yes,very real and calm, wish he did more!

@violayla 2 ай бұрын

I know this thread is old, but I must say you couldnt have expressed it better.

@Beatles22546 11 жыл бұрын

Love these people who complain about too much talking. Free, GREAT lesson, and they just take, take, take.

@patrickclark3337 4 жыл бұрын

Because there are plenty of "free" lessons where the video starts with the song being played and then taught with the talking at a minimum. If you post a lesson and 5 minutes into the video there's no lesson only talking, that's not a lesson. It doesn't take a genius to see that. If I wanted to see someone talk about a specific song instead of wanting to learn it, I would seek out that type of video. Use your head bro.

@GiandomenicoDeMola 3 жыл бұрын

@@patrickclark3337 talking about the history and the various aspects of a song is a consistent part of the teaching. Do you have a head, "bro"?

@desertdean9177 3 жыл бұрын

The selfish talentless fools complain about talking because they don't really care about the music. Furthermore, they just want to be able to play a song instantly. They will never get it with any emotional soul.

@Magnum_Opus_Music 2 жыл бұрын

@@GiandomenicoDeMola 💯

@keroine9 11 жыл бұрын

I wish all online guitar lessons were done in the format you've done this. I really appreciated the context and background at the start, and the clarity of the demonstrations. Thanks dude.

@HalMuir 9 жыл бұрын

David Hamburger, what a great condensation of so many awesome techniques that are in this wonderful old tune. Your break down of Big Bill Broonzy, Eric Clapton and Robert Johnson history is amazing. Thank you for this!

@FretboardConfidential 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hal! You're most welcome.

@haroldsteinblatt2567 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the care and thoughtfulness you put into this lesson. Just excellent.

@inkjob12 5 жыл бұрын

This is one of my favorite country blues songs...I first heard it from an old blues guy who I got to know fairly well....Brownie McGee. I saw Brownie and Sonny Terry play MANY times and this song was a staple in there show. One of my favorite lifes possessions is a pic of me and Brownie....I truly do miss him....not only a great blues man...but a nice guy. RIP Brownie

@blues61 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic lesson that explains all those Big Bill idiosyncrasies that I've been trying to decipher from recordings. Thanks David. It's been a long, long time since I attended your slide guitar workshop at the Fast Folk club in NYC. You were, and still are, a stellar teacher.

@gaddzilla1969 9 жыл бұрын

Great way you share complex playing clearly and accessibly. What a great lesson! Thank you.

@daveknow 13 жыл бұрын

What an awesome series. I love both the history and the music of this great American tradition.

@paolosnasser1383 10 жыл бұрын

This was a great lesson. I appreciate David taking the extra time to give us a comprehensive understanding of the piece rather than just a simple play through.

@robertjohnson5795 8 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Learning some of the history of these songs is part of the fun. Love these vids!

@rchancock 5 жыл бұрын

Very good lesson, patiently explained and illustrated. Thank you from all of the struggling guitar players who love the blues.

@donk9132 10 жыл бұрын

totally excellent lesson on this great classic tune!!!

@mattchapman5167 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for such a great and informative lesson, covering BOTH popular versions of the song! Bets I've seen on KZfaq. Really enjoyed the extra information and context you provided - something many other lessons lack. Keep up the great work. Thanks! Matt

@JK-qm8ps 5 жыл бұрын

Pure class, great lesson with very comprehensive breakdown, thank you

@rghunnicutt 13 жыл бұрын

Again, your teaching style is great. I'm such a rank amature, but I watch you several times and I get it. I also love the history, theory and color you add to your lessons. Great Job.

@mikeofferman1 2 жыл бұрын

Beautifully done when he finally gets around to playing it.

@spankystrat49 13 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the lesson and a BIG thanks for educating the players. A lot of the pioneers Broonzy, lightning Hopkins etc need to be remembered for their contributions

@sagecreekwitt3301 8 жыл бұрын

This is brilliant! Thank you! I first heard this song covered by Sonny Landreth, I love all the versions. Learned a lot watching this.

@imadumas2 9 жыл бұрын

Man this guy is cool and a natural teacher/communicator. Great job!

@johnronan5478 6 жыл бұрын

I loved it including the stories..Thank you

@secretmole 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I started learning how to play this song seriously about 3 days ago. Been working out some of the amazing Clapton parts from the Layla album (and Duane's slide parts). This video was immensely helpful - some great new grips that i can incorporate that I wasn't aware of. And at last for me - I like history so that was interesting.

@alexgibbs4459 6 жыл бұрын

Wow so glad you broke down that, as you describe, modern variation of the A chord part clapton does. Thats my favorite part of his version. thanks!

@niguel4438 4 жыл бұрын

Many thanks for this important work keeping Delta alive

@TheHutchMusic 8 жыл бұрын

Great ... loved the tips here .... especially the EC licks. Thank you.

@raymondville 11 жыл бұрын

This is an excellent lesson sir...and to one of my all time favorite blues tunes

@kurtsteinbock5316 8 жыл бұрын

Oh, man. Thanks! I learned a pretty nice version arranged by Stefan Grossman, but I've always loved Clapton's. Now I have your great vid AND tab. Thanks again.

@FOLKYOU100 13 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all your videos! You are a great teacher & a wealth of information. Keep doing exactly what you doing. I just might learn how to play this guitar after all. Thanks again.

@Bob76075 7 жыл бұрын

A superb lesson! Well done.

@dcapp5301 6 жыл бұрын

I especially love Clapton’s acoustic version of this song and your teaching is invaluable. I’m going to work on learning this for sure. Thanks for posting this excellent lesson.

@ThrashRoC 10 жыл бұрын

Very great lesson i m very inspired of both versions Clapton and Broonzy

@erolgermannemmanuel5637 4 жыл бұрын

Main David, thanks for the humble musical roadmap, very much appreciated (!) Merry Christmas.

@electro-rootsworkshop7691 5 жыл бұрын

David is the best out there. Give him some love!

@MyCrazyDogs32 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome lesson! Thanks for sharing and explaining.

@jjtorgrimsen 11 жыл бұрын

Great lesson and insight. Good stuff.

@msspi764 13 жыл бұрын

Thanks man. I learned some licks that really strengthened my playing of this song. Paul's right. This clarified some things for me. And ignore these guys that say shut up. For the most part what you are saying is necessary. This isn't a concert, its a lesson.

@futuray22 6 жыл бұрын

thanks for blending the two versions!

@Mr.Altavoz 10 жыл бұрын

great lesson and inspiration, thanks

@jonathanhandsmusic 4 жыл бұрын

Very interesting and cool lesson. I learned it from Layla, not the Big Bill records or Clapton acoustic version. I especially like the little climb-up thing he does towards the end. I enjoy all the videos by David and find he's an excellent teacher. He reminds me of my first guitar teacher from back in 64.

@guild71 12 жыл бұрын

Fabulous video. just fabulous

@briantouhey2117 11 жыл бұрын

reallygood lesson.Tabs are really good.thank you.

@jackson76724 12 жыл бұрын

Excellent lessons. Thanks

@crwmdp9 4 жыл бұрын

Nice work

@jonski6969 8 жыл бұрын

Great stuff!

@raytheprinter 11 жыл бұрын

That is a very interesting take on things,and makes good sense.

@jimanderson1190 7 жыл бұрын

Nice walk through. Super helpful. Thanks

@FretboardConfidential 5 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! :-)

@weswyatt1689 7 жыл бұрын

Incredible. Thanks.

@Straberrydogs 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate. Great lesson.

@capt12b 13 жыл бұрын

Awesome job, I am learning a lot form your tutorials :-)

@skyillegaldiver8962 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic insight. Thanks 👍

@raytheprinter 11 жыл бұрын

Very tasty licks! It aint how much you say, its what you say.Thank you.

@aep3 12 жыл бұрын

Nice work. Thanks

@Luke43168 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much, good lesson

@MartinMelbye 12 жыл бұрын

Great lesson David. Most detailed I could find. Some tabs would be great.

@etiennelebien5670 4 жыл бұрын

je découvre ta chaîne .super sympa ce morceau .merci pour la tab.

@rohanquinby3188 4 ай бұрын

Your teaching is exemplary

@bigjimmyrocker 12 жыл бұрын

great job

@harryodum5598 3 жыл бұрын

I know trying to pick out licks on old records can be really hard. I think he scored big time on this one. thanks for your input

@rjjen1696 7 жыл бұрын

Very cool - thanks

@10mey 11 жыл бұрын

Very nice thanks!

@maplesyruple 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks man great job!

@mark1952able 7 жыл бұрын

"The Thumb thing" .....very nice advice! Thanks

@MrBlackstonia 6 жыл бұрын

I liked it a lot. Thanks

@charlesbobillier4992 4 жыл бұрын

Cool nice looking vintage guitar by the way

@charlesbobillier4992 4 жыл бұрын

Which is perfectly mastered

@purplecowideal 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@gortagnan 9 жыл бұрын

What luck for me-just stumbled upon this video by D.H. Masses for me to learn in this, but what future pleasure potential pour moi..SUBSCRIBED. And cant wait to start climbing this Hill -first step an all that...Many Thanks..

@MateusTTTT 12 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool man! Thanks, really.

@bluegrassrootstv 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Jack

@urbancarpet 6 жыл бұрын

Love yer style...subed

@joebalkovics3322 3 жыл бұрын

Thx love it

@jim9214 Жыл бұрын

Have always loved Big Bill's tunes... and Key to the Highway has got to be on the top shelf...thanks for these really great and interesting versions David!! Another great version that I particularly like is Mike Dowling's ...I think it might be in open D.

@cktsueda 12 жыл бұрын

that guitar he has has so much character

@embwee 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the lesson, for which --can't stop myself here-- "I will gladly pay you on Tuesday" Thanks again

@LindaCasey 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@richardslater677 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great tutorial

@MartinMelbye 12 жыл бұрын

Oh - it's on the Truefire website. AWESOME!!!

@oneshotdoma8734 6 жыл бұрын

Cool lesson and even cooler name. Mr Hamburger, yeah, I dig it.....

@johnrichard9606 8 жыл бұрын

I used to have a recording of Bill Broonzy being interviewed by Studs Terkel. He played this live and it's no mystery. It starts with the D shape at the E position, then the A shape played at the B position then down to A etc etc - very simple - same as this guy is showing. Broonzy claimed he co wrote this song.

@TheClemcaster 7 жыл бұрын

Is that your way of thanking this chap for his efforts?

@johnrichard9606 7 жыл бұрын

Marc Highliner just making a comment out of interest, no offense intended. How you choose to view it is your choice.

@TheClemcaster 7 жыл бұрын

That's cleared that up then. Very simple. No mystery.

@donluke578 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome lesson on a great tune by one of the old time legends......Big Bill.....and Clapton's version is cool too....!!!

@bujoeone 13 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the lesson. I learned alot from it. Although it would have been helpfull to fully explain the RJ turnaround. I've got the first part down where you keep the pinky planted and then walk down the d string...but what about the ending is that an e7 you play? It sounds like there's some hammer ons going on aswell. Could you explain this some more?

@marklinder432 4 жыл бұрын

Nice

@danielduardo3306 7 жыл бұрын

Great lesson. Skip to 2:54 if you want to bypass the lengthy description.

@bikersoncall Жыл бұрын

What does 'billed out' mean? I guess the 'bound to go' would be like 'rarin' to go' , 'anxious to go' . Would billed out mean, 'paid up' .

@elfhermie 13 жыл бұрын

Don't you just love all the youtube wankers who basically say, "jump when I say jum'? Those are the ones that don't know squat about real guitar playing or music and can only copy things that are written or shown to them. Thanks for the great lessons, history and playing wise.

@hongdekong 12 жыл бұрын

ur awesome

@MrLamp61 13 жыл бұрын

Danke, Thanks, Tack , For this Video. I hope, You are very succesfully in your carriere. I like it very much.

@squirrel3310 6 жыл бұрын

Has made a Dobro method, very nice !!!

@jixxxxer17 7 жыл бұрын

absolutely best lesson on KZfaq, Excellent, nice guitar too , is it a Martin or Yamaha is my guess can't really see the head stock , Peace !

@FretboardConfidential 5 жыл бұрын

It's a Collings - based on an older (1929) Martin design, is my understanding.

@maplesyruple 6 жыл бұрын

Hey what model and year is that guitar? Love your teaching.

@buzzlafalce4448 5 жыл бұрын

Took a while to get there but great lesson..

@dhamburger1 12 жыл бұрын

@elfhermie You're welcome :-)

@bnkrbr27 5 жыл бұрын

I like music and guitar nerds. Just because people can play a song doesn't make it music. The history fuels the soul. Think you could "TALK" about Tampa Red sometime he released over 140 sides but he's not covered very much. Keep it up Dave

@bcx8826 11 жыл бұрын

William Brown - East St Louis Blues is the definitve version

@DonDeering 3 жыл бұрын

I'd like to find the Little Walter tribute to Big Bill Broonzy. Can anyone point me toward it? Was it an album? Title? Label? Thank you!

@charlespeterson3798 6 жыл бұрын

Big Bill was a giant. I believe, David, that you are from Chicago. Studs Terkle wrote an appreciation on his death that I think you will enjoy, though I can't remember where I first read it. Just a thought. Great work as always. Thanks.

@FretboardConfidential 5 жыл бұрын

Massachusetts, actually, but thanks for the suggestion; I love Studs Terkel!

@chriseliothernandez 11 жыл бұрын

My theory on why Broonzy picks bass lines such as leading with the third is because people had a different ear for tone color in delta blues. Take for instance Charlie Patton's finger picking style or where Sonnyboy Williamson's sweet spots are. It is as if the blues were codified by people like Clapton and now we can only hear that.

@MustafaBaabad 3 ай бұрын

I just want to suggest something that will enhance your chance to capture more listener to your channel, please play the song first and then you can go to the history of the song. Hopefully you can capture more viewers. Thank you for the lesson Chief.