This IS the secret to learning guitar. Period!

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Hey guys, here’s some insight to how to look at all this stuff that’s being thrown at y’all in the wide world of guitar. If there ever was a short cut or a secret, this is it. Learn your chords and know them everywhere. Period. End of story. It’s THE single biggest gap and hurdle with everyone I teach. Trust me on this one and take it seriously if you really want to get better. Thanks always!
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@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for all the comments, positive feedback and support. Can’t tell you how much that means to me and helps me stay motivated. Y’all are the best!!

@jeffarney7762 2 жыл бұрын

14:11. Some of the most beautiful music I have ever heard

@BrianVallotton 2 жыл бұрын

God bless YOU!

@deliverancefornow Жыл бұрын

Yeh I see what your saying, but is there a book that explans how to match up the major minor, flat 5s and stuff like that?

@rippinlipsinc.2200 Жыл бұрын

Bluegrass is my specialty... New country as well .

@jeffrey.a.hanson Жыл бұрын

You’re the one out there doing it! Hoping to get you here to Houston. I found my connection to a kickass place, so will have em reach out. As for video- I’ve been challenging myself to play an interesting rhythm track with one guitar. As if I only had space to record two guitars. Also, going outside of standard guitar keys…not sticking to the comfort zone.

@TimsGuitarWorldwithTimFeskorn 8 күн бұрын

guthrie, you are the absolute most solid player I've discovered in a long while. Im now practicing chords all up and down the neck. I now have a better understanding of the caged system, Triads, arpeggios', Chords in a key . thanks

@scrantonguitar 2 жыл бұрын

What a blessing Guthrie is ! I’m 55 years old. Been playing since I’m 10. Played at a semi professional level for a long time. Many years it was my only source of income. I’ve come to realize that I knew enough to be good enough to cover songs , learn leads , and learn by ear. I’ve only scratched the surface…. Time to jump in and really learn guitar. What a great time to be alive.

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, man. Means a lot to me.

@John-- Жыл бұрын

Definitely! There's so much easily accessible information out there now you can basically learn any way you want.

@tompoynton Жыл бұрын

44 and been playing since 18 (yep a real late starter!), and the same here (apart from the playing semi-professionally bit haha), guys like Guthrie and others on here are opening up whole new worlds...

@techfoolcasey4348 Жыл бұрын

You make me hopeful in making a difference , before I croak. Thank you op: tears in my eyes, and a drop of destiny.

@samuelraymond8834 7 ай бұрын

50 same!

@fergalohanlonmusic Жыл бұрын

Playing the guitar instead of the guitar playing you! Sums it up perfectly

@russellgalloway4343 6 ай бұрын

I just feel blessed. Guthrie seems to be the pastor of the Church of guitar. It's so good to know that if I pay attention chasing my tail days are over thank you

@tbizable Жыл бұрын

Eric Johnson called .. something about wanting his tone back .. (and his licks .. LOL). That's a compliment people .. great playing...great stuff!!

@johnbrunsdon7938 2 жыл бұрын

Wish you’d been around 20 years ago - it took me waaay too long to work this out myself, and when I did it changed everything

@albertluisgaio9755 Жыл бұрын

Oh man. Now im understanding that once my fingers understand that they're not touching a guitar, but touching my soul, i'll be able to resonate my mind using the guitar. im so thankful for this video. thanks

@duaneonarecker9187 Жыл бұрын

Your expression of the mixolydian Eric Johnson style is fantastic. Please continue that.

@34rn357 2 жыл бұрын

"The real part, the spiritual part of this is using your ear..." Amen, brother.

@billtharp3374 Ай бұрын

Guthrie, you are a blessing. Helping people find happiness. It is happiness to play music and happiness to have the feeling of enjoying music more from improving on the guitar due to your teaching and perspective.

@olivierhallard3379 Жыл бұрын

Nice guy, nice player. Period!

@brianliles24 Жыл бұрын

I am always amazed at your talent and how humble you are, keep up the good work!!!!

@richmorpurgo5554 2 жыл бұрын

You are right! It became clear to me years ago, and my eyes opened!

@carlab.1225 Жыл бұрын

You are awesome Guthrie ! Thanks so very much for sharing this ❤

@danvavrecka4367 6 ай бұрын

Mind blown 😃. I can't wait to put some time into this! Thanks for all of your hard work and dedication 🙌

@MaukaMelodies Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate and enjoy your explanation on demystifying the guitar. You are a great teacher!

@markchristopher2373 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely to see that you are intent on exploring what we have (literally) under our digits. Inspiring.

@bluespower1961 5 күн бұрын

Watching again. OMG. The Humbuckers scream. GTs tone is ridiculous. 95% in his hands and body. Mindblow!

@garylayton5719 Жыл бұрын

A great lesson as always, Guthrie. We’re lucky to have a guy like you that is an astounding player as well as a teacher. My playing and. Fretboard awareness have increased exponentially since taking your courses on ArtistWorks and watching your KZfaq videos. Keep up the great work.

@Otisleevonridge 10 ай бұрын

Thank you Guthrie for your prowess and insight into theory and how important it is!

@nadzriabdullah6218 Жыл бұрын

So inspiring sir... humble, forthright man making beautiful sounds.

@jamesstivaly8274 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Guthrie I’ve learned so much just from ur podcasts but your right I need to go deeper now

@johnfunk7568 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Guthrie! I am encouraged by your recommendations. Mostly what I have been working on.

@andy196414 Жыл бұрын

Guthrie just brilliant! Thanks for all you share and your work.

@kevincaldwell9625 2 жыл бұрын

Love the trio clips! Thank you, Guthrie. A most enjoyable lessen!

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@bobokoniewski4574 10 ай бұрын

I've been a gigging guitar player for years. Love your videos. Gives me some new ideas to try on gigs.

@Gene_Cali Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your time and talent. You have wonderful licks and tones, and it's cool you shared your FX and amp setting with us. Thanks again! I subscribed. Have a great day.

@Sammywhat Жыл бұрын

UPDATE: I've learned more in the past six months from this video than any other video on the internet. Granted, I'm a solid intermediate player, but the truth is, this information has opened up so many doors on the guitar for me that I will always be indebted to Guthrie. I don't play out, but just for my own enjoyment. But that may change as the confidence I've gained from GTs insights has been exceedingly satisfying on so many levels. Thank you so much, Mr. Trapp. You are a kind, kind soul and one amazing teacher. Many thanks!! 🙏🙏🎵

@adwinters2063 Жыл бұрын

Man, just found this and I know its an old video but it will be useful. I and many others got to meet you at Andy Woods Woodshed last year and that was great. He still talks about the night you said, "well I have this song and it only has two chords" and then brought the heat and brought the house down. Thanks for this because a lot of us can play some stuff but wonder how to make it musical. And we "know" things but not necessarily on a "deep dive level" as you put it. So thanks for this it is very helpful. I am taking from Andy once a month and from another guy, but it is always great to get different perspectives and I feel like these type of lessons are helpful for me! Thanks!

@user-hj6nv5lm1m 18 күн бұрын

Guthrie is the real deal. It doesn't get much better. He is so melodic, musical, and expressive in his playing. His instruction comes from experience!

@jasonvidrio1803 Жыл бұрын

Man!!! Your videos are always great! Always make me want to play more guitar!! Thank you!!

@ScottSmithMusic Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot. Down to earth and full of knowledge. Appreciate the straight talk. ✊🏼✨

@cryptoking8060 4 ай бұрын

That part wqhere you added the A Mixolydian with the other things immediately revealed to my ears the secret sauce to Eric Johnson's sound/approach. Transported me to that "state" to play from. Very cool stuff. I'm a newbie to your channel just watched a few this morning and got here and will be really exploring this when I get my guitar back, getting a new neck out on. This week gonna feel like a month waiting! Great playing.

@lussier1958 2 жыл бұрын

What I find incredulous is that some one who is: -One of the top guitarists in a town full of great guitarists, -Was recruited by John Oates to play on recordings and concerts, -Counts among his friends and admirers players such as Billy Gibbons and Joe Bonnamasa, -Received a house standing ovation with Kenny Vaughn from their version of You Know It Ain't Right, -Is one of the most melodic guitar players I have heard, Gets individuals out there in KZfaq land disputing on him the fundamentals of guitar playing. Seriously, who are these shredders who know so much more than Guthrie Trapp about how to learn guitar? Where are their credentials and where are their KZfaq channels showing their chops and guitar knowledge? Do they make a living playing guitar along with Guthrie and Uncle Larry? Maybe it's time the critics put up or shut up. I'll listen to Guthrie's free advice he is giving and will subscribe to his lessons before any anonymous know it all shredder out there.

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. Thanks so much man. I’m a very lucky and fortunate dude. Means a lot. We just have a lot of experience from doing this for so long.

@coaltrain4423 Жыл бұрын

I agree with lussier1958,screw the critics.

@StokesMusicStudiosOnline 23 күн бұрын

Agreed

@gmmastro 2 ай бұрын

It always re-opens my mind watching you play amazing, unique and creative things in positions I feel stagnant over. Thank you for sharing your crazy high level skills and knowledge with the word. You are always inspiring.

@jasonreagle 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for what you do! Watching your videos has really helped me over the past few years. I love the vibe/feel of your playing, and it has really inspired me to improve mine

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@congamike1 Жыл бұрын

The guitar sounds great. The information is invaluable. Thus the video is excellent. Thanks!

@johnmm777 Ай бұрын

Thank you sir for this video ! Love it and it’s helpful!

@jodyinalaska1 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent perspective Guthrie! Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Your chord melody lines are awesome and musical!

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@peterbaker3878 Жыл бұрын

You make me want to continue this journey playing guitar Guthrie. Your amazing in many ways and your humbleness is rare these days especially with famous musicians. Your a light in this dark world and many like myself cherish that. I appreciate all your music. Stay blessed my friend 👍😋

@jonplaza81 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video as always. I already kind of understood the CAGED system, but it was you who helped me integrate that with Arpeggio scales. Since then I've understood so much more. Thank you

@Dan-zq5wt Жыл бұрын

Guthrie, I just found your channel and I have to say I love your style of playing and ability to communicate. I’m a 50 something dude who’s been trying to play for years and for me, life has always gotten in the way of practicing and improving. I’ve always been confused: so many styles, so much to learn. Where should I really start if I’m ever going to improve? This video really helped me think about things differently. Thank you.

@jteichma Жыл бұрын

Hi Guthrie, love your videos, practical music wisdom, and clear mastery of the guitar. I struggle a lot with playing through changes but maybe chord shapes are the key there as well. Thanks a million. :-)

@atticusfinch4687 Жыл бұрын

Great stuff as always. I sent my boss some of you're clips. He has friends in Nashville and he went to see you last week. Said it was so good that he wanted to cry at times. He also said you'd remember him because he was tore up and you told him he needed to go home! Lol You gave him a couple of CD"s too. I just wish I could have been there. Thanks again for sharing your tips and encouragement.

@petermarshall4620 Жыл бұрын

Got a lot out of that actually. Thank you! That opening tone was magic!

@claudiamauro5624 Жыл бұрын

I cannot THANK YOU enough for this simple clear bit of information. I am an intermediate player, know CAGED, know some scales. Haven't really been sure how to improve. I just haven't been able to put my learning together. You just dropped the key in my lap. Pulled everything together for me. Still so much more to learn always of course, but now I feel like I am finally building on something instead of learning disconnected bits. Solid Gold. So very grateful Guthrie.

@gratefulpipeandcigar3239 Жыл бұрын

This is where it’s at. I too, have played guitar for many years, but only new just enough to play along with the songs I like, and only the basics. I’m learning now how chords, up and down the neck, can inform my lead playing in a much more melodic way. Thanks for breaking this down, Guthrie. It’s so simple, but if you don’t know, you don’t know.

@Rrouthmusic Жыл бұрын

This is eye opening.. Really really good info! Now I know what to work on next 🙏🏻

@BrunoKrnetic Жыл бұрын

Always pleasure to listen to you talk about guitar stuff. Hope to meet you at some point. Cheers!

@CarbonBasedLifeform7810 Жыл бұрын

What a monster tone! Thank you for teaching us mere mortals!

@steveshreds9479 Жыл бұрын

Saw you on another video w Brett papa. Blown away. Felt inspired for the first time in a looong time. I’ve been ‘stuck’ in the pentatonic.

@michaelgiordano6490 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so so much for all your efforts to help us become better and informative players! And the cutting loose in the beginning?! LOVE IT!!!

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch!

@TheRWE12 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Guthrie. Love these lessons and like your down-to-earth approach.

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@brandonlee7006 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this with people who are passionate about the guitar.

@SlimEstrada Жыл бұрын

Thanks for all your hard work sharing your experience, opinions, approach to music and knowledge. I have nothing profound to say, so I'll get back to practicing😉

@jeffro. 8 ай бұрын

Hey, Guthrie! Good advice. And, nice notes & tones. Sounds great!

@michaeldematteis3409 Жыл бұрын

I’ve really tried to hammer this stuff out the last few years.its so awesome.i don’t try n learn songs or other peoples leads.i practice chord progressions in every way possible.as many shapes and inversions as I can figure out,through the caged system and scales.major scale is everything ..especially since I don’t look at them as shapes anymore, but by notes and keys.you know the major scale you know every mode ,minor scale etc.

@ManchurianCounterweight 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Guthrie, just thanks being an inspiration to play when I don't have any. Your lessons always get me fired up, and I really, really appreciate it.

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch, man!

@adammusic1124 3 ай бұрын

Awesome video as always Guthrie, I'm learning from you in the Artistworks course also and slowly things are starting to click in for me, I've been at it for 10 years and the last year or so trying to go further with the caged shapes and lead and it's always a pleasure to watch you play at the spiritual level as you mentioned, to just know everything so well to be able to just hear it in your head and out through your fingers onto the instrument it comes... I have this sometimes... Sometimes LOL... But it's getting more and more, and I'm enjoying the journey and watching you, a true master on this instrument, is just so inspirational and hearing the many ways to express ideas... Keep it up Guthrie, you're a blessing to all of us and you have a true gift!

@mjfoste 2 жыл бұрын

You always explain things is a way that makes musical sense., and your playing is phenomenal.

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch!

@trevormekelburg3773 2 жыл бұрын

Glad I have a person who has this much experience, willing to freely share this wealth of knowledge. Thanks Guthrie. I look forward to these videos more than you know.

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch, man. Happy to help.

@edgarmahn 2 жыл бұрын

Your lessons have been changing the way a see the fretboard, they are pure gold thank you brother! Greetings from Chile, South America

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@daviddiehl8523 Жыл бұрын

Holy cow!! I flipped when I saw your video while watching my guitar teacher teaching a song. I think it's great that you take your extensive knowledge of the guitar and teach others! You're a MAJOR player in the world of music and to see you teaching others is absolutely an honor and a blessing to me! I learn from only teachers that I can follow easily and understand. You are now one of the very, very few I'm going to be watching and learning from. Thank you for doing this and sharing your extensive knowledge, it's very exciting indeed. ( btw, since you mention Billy Gibbons, my wife and I have front row seats with vip upgrade to see ZZTop with Jeff Beck at the Oak Mountain Amphitheater in Birmingham, AL on September 29th)

@imagemaker5150 2 жыл бұрын

Guthrie, every video you make just blows my mind !! I learn so much from each one. Your love of music and teaching is very apparent. Just wanted to thank you so much for sharing your amazing talent and knowledge. Please keep making these videos. Peace and much love brother.

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch, man!

@scottplatts7648 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic as always. I’m still working at getting this system down but it’s so helpful! Ain’t there yet but I can see the light. Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge!

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@joesheehan5475 Жыл бұрын

once again, awesome video, thanks Guthrie!

@johnrodgelatenemusic7262 2 жыл бұрын

Fabulous advice. I've been telling my students this forever. And, as always, simply wonderful playing. Thanks for the video.

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch!

@MarkBreton 2 жыл бұрын

This was mind blowing! I have always been working on playing this way but you really brought it together. Back to the woodshed!

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@brendanokeefemusic- Жыл бұрын

Guthrie your ear is like a 120 year old wiseman. I know you’re speaking truth on chord shapes. Especially because the lines (solos +chords) your playing do not sound simple or standard. It proves that you have put in the practice you preach. At the same time I think it’s hard for people (that arent on your level ) when they hear you to not think it’s some kind of magic😂. Great video man! Thanks for the knowledge brother 💪🏻😎🔥❤️🙏

@brianolson_music Жыл бұрын

Wow! That playing a the beginning with the singing lead tone was fire🔥 ! Amazing playing!

@CalJennings Жыл бұрын

I love the piece you played near the end.

@FitzyStrings 2 жыл бұрын

Totally. Spot on. In 20+ years of playing, Guthrie is describing the big "unlock" moment in creating music across the fretboard

@bobwerber2984 Жыл бұрын

Love what you say about lightening the touch. I also come out of a youth playing all acoustic and I'm afraid I play electric guitar a bit like a caveman as a result. Am working on it! Love the teaching and just love watching you play!

@LiveMusicCT 2 жыл бұрын

Love those rubs and EJ runs interval with tasty blues licks. That was a FUN! Intro

@TheFeelButton 2 жыл бұрын

Just 3 chords, 3 inversions, 3 or 4 extensions, a couple suspensions, an augmentation or 2, a dominant and the TRUTH! Simple as that. Cheers Guthrie!!

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Cheers!

@nickbouvy6524 2 жыл бұрын

He plays so freely and with a beautiful clean technique

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@tomgia1964 11 ай бұрын

Thanks Guthrie I’ll try and I’ll put my time in .

@frankzeno 2 жыл бұрын

Here’s my testimony!!! I started focusing on wanting to learn lead and soloing. I listened and watched all of his KZfaq videos and purchased his artist works lessons which is fabulous. Let’s put it this way I’m 3 years in and recording an album with Eric Clapton’s drummer. I’d say Guthrie knows what he’s talking about 👍🏼🤘🏼🙏

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! Thanks a bunch, man!

@frankzeno Жыл бұрын

@@guthrietrappmusic you got it brother!!

@frankzeno 7 ай бұрын

@@AFullNelson congratulations 🎉

@clemguitar63 2 жыл бұрын

As a life long 'Gear Head', I really truly appreciate you taking a moment to quick overview of the 'GOODS'! Peace.

@tkimagesmedia3960 2 жыл бұрын

Been learning forever and what you have said in this video is exactly how I have always felt about playing guitar. Lately it has started coming together. Great lesson, great advice.

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

@benallmark9671 2 жыл бұрын

This might be the most important video I’ve watched when it comes to learning to play guitar. Thank you Sir.

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch!!

@user-xj9oy3mq6v Жыл бұрын

What a SOUND! Shortcut to heaven! Thanks for letting us know what you are using.

@HigherPlanes Жыл бұрын

Nice, definitely saving this one under my guitar lessons playlist.

@babylonsun3707 11 ай бұрын

Guthrie is always on point with his musical life lessons thanks buddy!

@kenkelly382 Жыл бұрын

Pure Gold. Just doesn't get any better.

@coaltrain4423 Жыл бұрын

MAN !!!You just took improv noodling to an unknown dimensional level.Very casually I might add.I’m extremely intimidated,and will probably burrow even deeper into my reclusive hole of playing only to myself in strict privacy.You certainly have velvet fingers.Awesome display of fretboard knowledge and control and confidence.Seriously,thanks.

@Diego-pf5fn 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for these videos. It was worth to travel from Spain to Nashville to see you play and had the opportunity to say hello and thank you in person! I highly recommend the experience of seeing this guy playing live with his trio, you cannot imagine the passion and the intensity on the stage! Thanks a bunch!

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, man!

@troutpoutLA 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, Man that opening solo was like a journey, really inspiring. Really tasty playing and tone. Thank you 🙏

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@DaveElke 2 жыл бұрын

The concept here is totally on point!

@zorrozen68 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks I really needed this “revival” keep on rockin’ Guthrie ( and everybody else) !

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, man!

@RonanKilroy 2 жыл бұрын

Guthrie you are a breath of fresh air and an amazing player and teacher.

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch!

@ronnievox6569 Жыл бұрын

You make me want to practice more! We love ya here in NY

@Sammywhat 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video, GT!! Your tones KILL me. It doesn't matter what guitar, or what pedal, or even what amp, your tone is remarkable. Thank you for sharing with us!!!

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch!

@RossHelmot 2 жыл бұрын

The idea of keeping rhythm (chords) & lead separated is a conspiracy to keep guitar players dumb....piano players don't have rhythm piano & lead piano, they just play. I've thought this way for a while now but the concept was first expressed to me in this way by jazz master Bruce Foreman. Keep up the good fight Guthrie, love what you do.

@guthrietrappmusic 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. Thanks a bunch man. I know Bruce Foreman and he is a master!!!

@DavidRossiterhimself 10 ай бұрын

Great stuff. Thanks so much!

@yayo2211 2 жыл бұрын

This was a pretty great lesson. Made me really focus my mind because i definitely want to become more melodic. Will definitely try to do better

@edgardobustillo5966 Жыл бұрын

Excellent job buddy, muchas gracias.

@williamdevlin366 Жыл бұрын

Thanks man! And z happy Birthday. Trying to figure out a bunch of stuff you’re covering. Looking at the big picture: I’m not a rhythm Dead Head/Bluegrass guy that doesn’t do lead much…anymore. You’re making sense to me but I just have to figure it out. Either way dude, thanks for the insight. You’re helping this old timer out!