Frank Gambale Talks About His Most Difficult Guitar Licks

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2 жыл бұрын

Frank demonstrates some of his most challenging licks for Rick.
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@michaelphillips3713 2 жыл бұрын

Believe it or not, Frank's family lived over the road from us in Aranda, Canberra, Australia. His bro' Nunzio was in my class at school; we were mates. I still remember with fondness and sheer bloody amazement, Nunz saying come over and have a listen to what Frank's doing now. He was 6 years old and played the Dead's 'Dark Star' with perfection. No surprises he's a global guitar alien; and god bless him that he nurtured the incredible gift he was born with.

@theguitarbae2838 2 жыл бұрын

What a gift 👍

@damianval4626 2 жыл бұрын

Pro audio 🤭🤫

@ylst8874 2 жыл бұрын

I always say playing NICE is a thing about talent.

@colossodirodi4340 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. Could you please tell us something story more ?

@tinkiwinkixeraser 2 жыл бұрын

Espectacular!

@MrRossi1976 2 жыл бұрын

5:00 "I can play as fast as I want" - that's some end of level boss talk. And then he does it. Legend.

@nicksm7980 Жыл бұрын

'It ain't bragging if you can back it up' - Jaco Pastorius.

@redbarchetta8782 Жыл бұрын

You know your ego is healthy when it makes others smile.

@xjackinthebox Жыл бұрын

After he made that remark he played the most meta human lick

@stepitupandgo67 10 ай бұрын

that is pretty goddamn rippin...he's like, "I practiced this shit a long ass time, is why I'm so good...now go home and practice motherfucker...!!" is the vibe I'm getting from this..I fuckin love it

@BulletProofBrain 6 ай бұрын

I found that quote really helpful and made some progress with my speed 👍😎

@Pladderkasse 2 жыл бұрын

This guy made sweep-picking an artform the same way Allan Holdsworth made legato an artform. I feel lucky that I shared this planet with people like this, for a little while.

@simonrobert9858 2 жыл бұрын

And they make one album together

@j_freed 2 жыл бұрын

I was just thinking about early Van Halen and his infatuation with Holdsworth… Similar modal-style Virtuoso influence.

@kriyaban100 2 жыл бұрын

And they been playing the same brand guitar. Just two months before Allan passed away I met both of them at NAMM. 🙏🏻❤️🎸

@Io-Io-Io 2 жыл бұрын

...share...

@joserobertocarmona3285 2 жыл бұрын

What an amazing comment.

@fernandes5986 2 жыл бұрын

I've known Gambale for 35 years, and I had never heard him play the blues. What a joy.

@stephenbertino8373 2 жыл бұрын

"Blue Miles" is my favorite blues tune. Check out Frank and the rest of Chick's Elektric Band playing it live. Great stuff!

@porcoddiogesubastardo9669 Жыл бұрын

I know Jesus... Clown

@DanielVerberne Жыл бұрын

Frank's awesome at blues and I didn't realise. Such soul and feel.

@SteelOnion1 Жыл бұрын

Vital Information at the IMAC theater in Huntington ... late 90s ... dont remember during which tune, but they did an extended blues solo section and Frank was literally making me feel like I was levitating out of my seat. It was unbelievable.

@funkster007 2 жыл бұрын

A guy that's honed his craft to perfection. He makes it look easy, because it IS easy...for him. Frank's an icon!

@michaelmarcuola1684 2 жыл бұрын

The guy doesn't even need harmonies in the background, the sound is already there! 👏💪🤘

@kendallruff8090 Жыл бұрын

Frank is one of the greatest technicians to ever take up the instrument..yet such a nice, genuinely humble guy…that as much as anything makes him an inspiration…just awesome

@axeman2638 Жыл бұрын

So many of the greats are(were), i think it's no small part of what's required to achieve true mastery.

@YaoEspirito 2 жыл бұрын

The way he scrambles up blues patterns with genius inversions, reminds me of no one so much as Scott Henderson. Brilliant.

@Messier31NGC224 2 жыл бұрын

That was ridiculous! What a legend. But more importantly, he doesn't lose the emotion, dynamics, or inflections, for the more bluesy parts. I need to practice more lol

@seektruth5074 3 ай бұрын

Frank is INCREDIBLE. I could listen to him all day. What a creative musician.

@alvaroziadi2459 2 жыл бұрын

“I can play as fast as I want”. It’s not even cocky coming from him…

@user-qe5nd8ho9z 3 ай бұрын

Bcoz it's a f***ng true

@amziadi 3 ай бұрын

I know! That’s why I find it funny, it’s just matter of fact

@joelortiz2281 2 жыл бұрын

I love when Frank plays the blues. Wish he would do more of it.

@Ritchie2324 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone else just smiling and occassionally laughing at his shear talent ❤🤟

@tonyrapa-tonyrapa 2 жыл бұрын

Yup

@asmrdadbod2483 2 жыл бұрын

He is clean and precise

@DanielVerberne Жыл бұрын

"Sheer", sorry :)

@Ritchie2324 Жыл бұрын

@DanielVerberne sorry. I'm gonna blame auto correct 😉

@markgauthier1960 6 ай бұрын

Smiling while SMH

@dongpedroyi 2 жыл бұрын

Frank is the benchmark for musical knowledge and technical finesse that all guitarists should aim at achieving.

@dennoow Жыл бұрын

Not really, he's way passed the benchmark

@realtruenorth Жыл бұрын

@@dennoowhe pushed the benchmark past everyone else LOL.

@arifturgan Ай бұрын

Yeah his tutorial videos are400 500 dolar like he is the only teacher😂😂

@Krispy1011 2 жыл бұрын

Frank Gambale is a guitar god - he is a fantastic artist and has it

@Chicorodrigo781 2 жыл бұрын

What a treat it must have been to sit down with Frank and do this interview. He really is one of the best there has ever been. There are countless brilliant players out there but Frank really is in a league of his own.

@imaginetv3993 Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree more. :)

@gsmith207 2 жыл бұрын

The notes just flow from his body into the guitar. Even as a drummer I can really appreciate his musical talent just incredible. Thanks RB, this dude is a Legend

@Guitarraeficaztutorialesytabs 2 жыл бұрын

Well I can make my guitar cry, she cries when she sees me coming to practise.

@PaintGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I can my guitar to scream! “Stop playing” she says lmao

@bangermccrusher 2 жыл бұрын

Lmao!

@mijit.859 Жыл бұрын

Frank has a very smooth & FAST style of playing the guitar 🎸 & one of the best I’ve ever seen ! 👍🏻

@oqmdnt392 2 жыл бұрын

I bet every guitarist saw that blues solo's and thought "Damn! How many great blues guitarists just dropped their jaws?" LOL Amazing playing! Saw him in lIsbon, on a masterclass sponsored by Ibanez and What I learned in about 1 and a half hours was priceless. Thank you, Mr Frank, and Thank you Rick for your video that reminded me that!

@michaelgreen5206 2 жыл бұрын

Frank Gambale is a virtuoso guitar player, no doubt about it. Hardly ever heard him play Blues and he sounds great here, too!!

@KhalDrogo76 2 жыл бұрын

His playing with Chicks Electrik band was an eye opener for me as a kid….MONSTER

@georgekukula1726 2 жыл бұрын

Holy crap! That is simply amazing. Regardless of the speed or technique it is so soulful!

@jsullivan2112 Жыл бұрын

I love how he just can't resist going off the deep end for a little bit just playing blues and then reels it back in again. Top notch!

@dylankopff5062 Жыл бұрын

Met Frank at a guitar workshop at St Charles guitar exchange near st Louis ,what a humble legend he talked with us well after it was over ,he blew everyone's mind with his playing

@marcjordan29 2 жыл бұрын

Oh hell yeah.... Thats is something heard from a true legend level guitarist. The thought of getting beyond our physical limitations.. A beast to be tamed. Genius.

@martinheath5947 2 жыл бұрын

A guy who can play his part and your brain fills in the rest of the band because he created it. Very special

@TheOwl 2 жыл бұрын

"People say I should grimace more" LMAO!!!!!!!!!😆 Seriously, Frank's musicianship and versatility are second to none. And the sheer joy he plays with is contagious! BRAVO!

@davidcammilleri5526 6 ай бұрын

Wow! Never seen anything like that. He just let's it flow! One of the greatest guitarist ever!

@smoovegittar 2 жыл бұрын

All these years I've been digging Frank.... and he stills does it. A gift for us.

@lxathu 2 жыл бұрын

In addition, his video on modes is an eye-opening must have. Probably one of the simplest one on the subject, thus a revelation for the curious viewer.

@outermarker5801 7 ай бұрын

What an absolute beast, man knows his stuff inside out and plays with both chops and feel that come only from life. Mediocre player and haven't touched a bass in years but proud of myself for playing that entire set of blues turnarounds in my head without getting lost 😂

@kencarlmusic 2 жыл бұрын

FRANK is the Best! The thunder from down under, have gotten to see him live a few times. This interview is awesome! Thanks for your content Rick.

@shaunmcinnis566 2 жыл бұрын

This guy has always been one of my favourites. Very humble man as well.

@heberkaloko9391 2 жыл бұрын

Sir Beato, please make more video with mr. Gambale. Thanks 🙏🙏

@imthemanntoo 2 жыл бұрын

Love Frank. I met him at one of his many clinics, over the years. I worked at a music store in about 89 or 90 and we hosted a clinic, with Frank. He is an amazing player, and quite a personality. Thanks, Rick.

@marcusvolta6685 2 жыл бұрын

Frank Gambale is one of my favorite guitarists. I saw him in concert with Vital Information ( Tom Coster, Steve Smith and Baron Browne) and it was really revelatory. Check out Vital Information recordings particularly the double live album ( Tours around the World). A true masterpiece.

@robertpehlman5195 10 ай бұрын

That blues was amazing.

@jimmyjennings4089 2 жыл бұрын

I love it when somebody can show you notes you didn't even know were there.

@mitchweissman5045 2 жыл бұрын

This channel is a real fun one, Rick. Very cool segments. Keep 'em coming!

@MoncurElectric 2 жыл бұрын

No matter the speed, Frank is always musical, all his lines are melodies.

@taLLdavidproduction 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rick for this awesome content. Cant get enough of Gambale , and you ask him the questions ive always wondered about.

@deadmire1976 2 жыл бұрын

Holy fuck crazy to see you two on the same screen! Frank is a god.

@raysstlyn6346 2 жыл бұрын

Gosh I owe Frank so much since I started my journey! Thanx guys! ❤️

@garygrinkevich6971 2 жыл бұрын

His sweep rythm is world class, dynamics are clean as hell as well, very nice.

@peachmelba1000 2 жыл бұрын

Frank has been a huge influence on me. I first heard his playing on a Chick Corea record when I was eleven years old. I'd just starting playing and his style was so clean and musical. It blew my mind.

@chrislancaster7162 2 жыл бұрын

Music is truly the universal language. From Franks playing to Ricks total understanding of theory it was like a conversation was going on back and forward that didn’t even need words. Excellent content. 👍

@obiem9319 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! King of fusion shred. Thanks for sharing Mr Beato.

@robertglancy4474 2 жыл бұрын

I bought one of Franks instructional video's way back, learned a lot. When people talk underrated guitarists Frank is in that category too. He is right about the blues, something I don't think I have ever seen him play but he clearly respects.

@sebonexex3484 2 жыл бұрын

Just insane notes selection in the played phrases..not possible not to love it...

@YaoEspirito 2 жыл бұрын

Rick, you're sitting with the best of the best lately. What a great show it's become! Will you sit with Greg Howe one day, please?

@DaveH28 Жыл бұрын

That was just simply outstanding.

@davidmolina3520 2 жыл бұрын

He makes it look so easy 🎶

@polishmasterjay Жыл бұрын

Frank is just something else and one the most unpredictable and exciting players still after all these years!!! I’ve never seen anyone else’s hands move like his, incredible!!!🙌🏽🤯🔥

@jazzed2b 2 жыл бұрын

Probably the most musicality I have have ever seek Frank play in my life. He should play blues more often!

@mhmoretti 2 жыл бұрын

Frank Gambale is truly a treasure.

@vextract4662 2 жыл бұрын

Blues gets you beyond notes, scales, arrppegios you can find that soul and speak your heart.

@stevenstabile4379 2 жыл бұрын

Frank has ALWAYS amazed me!!! Licks and TONE!!!

@PabloUliver-Bass-Guitar 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video! Thanks for sharing this with us!

@bobryan8793 2 жыл бұрын

Just fabulous....wow listened to him for years...

@martingjsmith 2 жыл бұрын

I met him at Brecon Jazz many years ago with Vital Information. Lovely guy to chat with and an incredible musician.

@JerryCherryBand 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing. I don't think anybody has more control over the guitar than Frank G.

@hookstomper7322 2 жыл бұрын

He is simply incredible. How I wish I could know exactly what notes I can play over any chord, and play them with even one quarter of his fluidity...

@guitarjet 8 ай бұрын

Rick is so happy in this video! Definitely the look of a guy meeting one of his guitar heroes.

@alberteinstein9176 7 ай бұрын

The coordination between his left and right hand is insane. Thomas Dutkiewicz Connecticut

@benaiahwright937 Жыл бұрын

"I'm not warmed up yet..." plays an amazing lick.

@barrysmith916 Жыл бұрын

Love musicians who always play a melody even when practicing. You can hear the key changes in his solos.

@krishmah586 2 жыл бұрын

Guauuu! Qué maravilloso guitarrista es Frank, talento y feeling al interpretar. Gracias Rick por compartir. Saludos a ambos 👍🏿🇲🇽

@1tgiuntac395 2 жыл бұрын

Love Frank, one of the all time best! One of the ultimate personalities on guitar. You always know it's FG when you hear him.

@jefffelderman2409 2 жыл бұрын

It's not so much how difficult it is, but how amazing it is. FG never ceases to blow my mind.

@stevenausten9935 2 жыл бұрын

I really must practice more with inspiration like this, many thanks 👍

@patg-money225 Жыл бұрын

Man, I was fortunate to have seen him play with Chick's Electric band back '86 when I was in College. Always been one of my favorite guitarists.

@NotYourTypicalNegro 2 жыл бұрын

The Master. And one of the greatest teachers.

@pedrova8058 Жыл бұрын

I was lucky enough to see him live a few years ago, in his mature stage, and it was a pleasure to see how the craft of years gives him enough freedom to play what he wants, and how he wants; It's not just about going fast, it's about playing it musically. Quietness and pauses are just as important as quick notes.

@arammarkarian2823 3 ай бұрын

Frank continues and will continue to inspire the guitarists of history to be basically more "musical" to make music! It has a warmth and a great spirit, every time I listen to it, I have to run out to look for my guitar and it makes the inspiration flow, a total genius!

@stupidusername38 Ай бұрын

This man knows his voice leading, it's so evident in how with no backing you hear the changes in that solo.

@joeymyers7677 2 жыл бұрын

Another Legend!! Thank you Rick!

@DanielVerberne Жыл бұрын

Frank playing blues, what a revelation. For anyone lucky enough to have his album, 'Coming To Your Senses', there's a wonderful piece 'Up in Beechwood' that emphasises his really soulful touch.

@Dociin 2 жыл бұрын

Saw this guy play live with Return To Forever. Excellent!!!

@rodrigocastrotoledo6666 2 жыл бұрын

Love his mixes scales and sweep picking technnics !!!

@saccomarcelo 2 жыл бұрын

Frank is such a character! Awesome player!!

@Alanoffer 2 жыл бұрын

The flame on that top is something to behold ,,,

@mightymikeamps9317 Жыл бұрын

It’s been about 34 years since I first heard Frank’s solo to Please Don’t Feel Bad on the Vital Information, and I’m so close to being able to play it all the way through. The way he plays over chord changes is technically masterful but also musical. His playing on that solo is my favorite, but I also love his funk rhythm playing on Sunday Afternoon.

@jonfobes8448 2 жыл бұрын

Good one, Rick! Loved Frank since the old days of Chick Corea's Electric Band! Good interview. You both looked like you were having fun - yet you still got some good info!

@stevenapolitano1056 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful piece. Thanks, fellas!

@jordanfedorko8312 Жыл бұрын

Such a great interview.

@Holdsworthy 2 жыл бұрын

'The string is a beast' well put and agreed. Amazing guitarist.

@wadecottingham 2 жыл бұрын

"this is a beast...to overcome"

@luigicannizzo2669 2 жыл бұрын

" Virtuoso = Frank Gambale = Guitar Playing Technician ". .. So' Good ... ☺😊😀/💙💙💙/👍✌👌👏👋

@petekay67 2 жыл бұрын

So glad that the insipid third finger quick slide up and back on one fret has not crept into Frank's playing. But Frank is way beyond jumping onto the latest cliches, what a blend of musician and guitar player.

@guitarlessonsnow3431 Жыл бұрын

Sounds ok when Greg Howe does it…but I think he was the first.

@joelRmontfort 2 жыл бұрын

I am humbled, I love Frank Gambale already but seeing him demonstrate it so casually blows my mind!

@PepeRubio77 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic. Frank is marvellous.

@ManfredElsingBielefeld Жыл бұрын

Such a star;nice interview;legend!

@BaconIsNotBiceps Жыл бұрын

With the greats there is little to no discrepancy between conception and physicality. If they can think it, they can play it. I marvel as guys like Frank, Chick and Weckl. They are the perfect musicians.

@jameslucas1137 2 жыл бұрын

The music world is way better when you come across an excellent Frank Cambale video!!!

@dwill123 2 жыл бұрын

I had the honor of meeting Frank at Club Iridium in NYC (maybe about 15 years ago). I have met a fair number of musicians in my life and Frank, by far, was the nicest, most humble gentleman I ever met.

@GuitarraErudita 2 жыл бұрын

"this is a best to overcome" True MASTER

@apastasauce5905 Жыл бұрын

He love’s throwing those 1/2 step up chromatic runs in the mix with blues giving an instant jazz feel…love that trick using it a lot

@angelrojasguitar2692 2 жыл бұрын

Always amazing !

@t3hgir 2 жыл бұрын

I have a book with various arpeggio licks from monster players. Gambale's section is one of the most eye-opening. So much leading with upstrokes and sweeping with an upward pick slant, totally alien to me but it's getting more fluid. To me having that facility of leading with downstrokes/DWPS and comfortably switching to UWPS feels similar in concept to comfortably switching between drum patterns leading with the right or left hand.