Homeskoolin’ Volume 42, Tom Bukovac, “The Genius of Gordon Mote”

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4 жыл бұрын

A chat with one of the most fascinating musicians and fascinating people i have ever known. Well class, everything i always preach to you about...touch, feel, phrasing....its all here in spades....hope you enjoy.
Gordon’s website is gordonmote.com
Paypal tip jar is tombukovac@gmail.com

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@BelowAverageGuitarist 4 жыл бұрын

One of his longest videos he has done, and was never in front of the camera himself. Didn’t make it about himself but instead shared with us all, some of the magic he gets to see on a regular basis. Well done.

@michalmikolajmaslowski3994 3 жыл бұрын

THIS!

@coquio 4 жыл бұрын

This channel is such a gift. Thank you, Tom.

@apoxygraph 4 жыл бұрын

"when it's natural, there ain't nothing like music."----oh, buddy; that's a phrase.

@jamesdean7574 4 жыл бұрын

Make shirts out of it

@Desmachine 4 жыл бұрын

This literally brought me to tears .. just full blown ugly crying at 840 am lol! Thanks Tom! And thank you Gordon! Such a BLESSING on this earth.

@youKnowWho3311 4 жыл бұрын

Dude that is some nasty stroke. Absolutely INCREDIBLE player. This man is one of the splendors of the creator of the universe. A true open channel.

@bobby9727 4 жыл бұрын

God bless Mr Mote.I am legally blind but never let that stop me from enjoying the greatness of music and being a musician.His words are very inspiring to anyone and everyone.This made my day and brought tears to my eyes.Thank you for this and it will be my go to if i ever get down about my situation.

@magnusisyomomma 4 жыл бұрын

@bobby9727 4 жыл бұрын

@@SteveHarvey272 I have noticed that since my vision became impaired approx 25 years ago i notice sounds frequencies timing and pitch errors that the others guys in the bands i play with are not aware of and also i notice how loud everybody is playing and who is not blending into the rest of the band.Yes i do believe when a sense is reduced the other senses are strengthened.Thank you for your comment.

@LoungeOfSound 4 жыл бұрын

@@bobby9727 Way to stay positive brother. Do your thing!

@bobby9727 4 жыл бұрын

@@LoungeOfSound Thank you The Los Castro Trio.Music drumming and most recently guitar has been my pleasures in life.Keep on keepin on. Lol

@Sammywhat 4 жыл бұрын

This wasn't just about the genius of the incredible Gordon Mote... this was also about the genius of the man, Tom Bukovac. Thank you Buk for being so generous with your wisdom, friends, and family! You sir, are a prince among men. God bless you, sir!!

@guitarkirby 4 жыл бұрын

Those are some of the most beautiful "wrong fingerings" I've ever heard!

@RobertBakerGuitar 4 жыл бұрын

I could listen to this ALL DAY!

@MrNamePerson 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tom. Thank you Gordon.

@dong4176 4 жыл бұрын

We need the Gordon Mote T shirt that says” If you have to think about it... your too late😎”

@johnn.1186 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, please!!

@michalmikolajmaslowski3994 3 жыл бұрын

I'm in!

@wisemansguitar 3 жыл бұрын

@JeremyZilar 2 жыл бұрын

Hell yes

@Henry-pj1td 2 жыл бұрын

In braille please

@chrisbartoloni112 4 жыл бұрын

I loved that "if you have to think about it you're too late." The amount of gratitude this gentleman has is so inspirational. Great video Tom.

@russellzauner 4 жыл бұрын

Everyone told my daughter she couldn't sing. So I showed her Howlin' Wolf. She sings. It's not like everyone else wants it to be, but it's just as great as anything anyone expressed - it's another instrument. You need to practice, learn, then you can flex and flow.

@deltafit 4 жыл бұрын

My God that dude can bring a grown man to tears in 3 chords

@paulhicks3595 4 жыл бұрын

deltafit yeah, but what WERE those chords??!!

@deltafit 4 жыл бұрын

@@paulhicks3595 it doesn't matter

@JamieHarvill 4 жыл бұрын

Sundayskoolin'! Great spiritual lesson about being ourselves musically.. with what God has gifted us.

@ratcliffek 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom! A lifetime’s worth of master class material in 28 minutes. Should go straight to the Library of Congress. Google can’t be trusted to properly preserve this one for the ages

@stvywndr 4 жыл бұрын

This gentleman’s playing nearly brought me to tears, instantly transported me to my childhood watching my father play who was also an exceptional musician, thank you!! The beauty of music, taking us through time and back!!

@srh361 4 жыл бұрын

It didn't sink in till Gordon mentioned that Nashville is one of the last cities where actual music is being made.

@chrislestermusic 4 жыл бұрын

SRH I was just saying that to my wife. It is heartbreaking to watch what has happened to the session world.

@srh361 3 жыл бұрын

@@chrislestermusic Exactly. Just think in twenty years there may not be any traditional music being played in any city.

@impossivel2006 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Tom, I hope you are having as much fun making this as we are watching it. What you are doing is priceless and I can´t thank you enough. You are the best thing that came out of this shitty year. Thank you so much.

@papaw2937 4 жыл бұрын

This comment sums it up very well. Well said Hugo.

@AnodyneHipsterInfluencer 4 жыл бұрын

Facts.

@BigEdWo 4 жыл бұрын

agree

@hkguitar1984 4 жыл бұрын

So many great points summed up in your statement. Thank You

@maxmartilik8517 4 жыл бұрын

What a class act. We’re so lucky to have Mr. Mote in our midsts.

@PastelComGini 4 жыл бұрын

7:15 Holly shit, dude is smoothing gliding over the keyboard and suddenly BANG. Groove overload. Edit: after watching a half hour video like it was 5 minutes, I understand why Tom loves this dude so much. Not only a fantastic player, the guy is extremely charismatic. Thanks for this, Tom and Gordon.

@brendancarbone7621 4 жыл бұрын

Him just messing around is so beautiful I'm tearing up

@michaelshown1362 4 жыл бұрын

“Phrasing is just telling a story.” That’s what I needed to hear. Thanks Gordon and Tom.

@gregtopolski8031 4 жыл бұрын

" Use what the good Lord gave you" thank you Gordon for that awesome lesson!

@neastguy 4 жыл бұрын

that dude gave me chills with his playing.. sheesh

@hybridnoisebloom 4 жыл бұрын

So inspiring. Okay, so I know this is going to be stuck at the bottom of the comments, but here goes. Watching and listening to Tom play has taught me one very important thing, and that is the value of playing for the song, and especially following the singers. I've noticed that when Tom is playing, he never runs through scales, he plays phrases. I haven't heard any 'bad habits.' It's really like he's having a conversation. And I think Gordon reinforces that idea, that music is not necessarily about technique, it's about feeling. I will remember his quote, 'If you're thinking about it, you're too late.' So true. Thanks, Tom. Thanks, Gordon.

@glennwhitlock1272 4 жыл бұрын

I laughed out loud when Gordon said, "you can sit here and make stuff up......" And I said, " YOU can!" at the same time Tom said it.

@normalpeople5702 4 жыл бұрын

It's just so incredibly REAL, the talent, the humility, everything. It really is like coming up for fresh air.

@palakabrad 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, one of a kind🧡

@jakebermel6193 4 жыл бұрын

Gordon seems like the most genuine person. When he was describing this "female guitarist/vocalist" I knew he was thinking of Madison Cunningham. He's absolutely right about her. 100% amazing.

@MurrayWilliams 4 жыл бұрын

What a sweetheart and face-melter! Thanks for interviewing Gordon. You just made my day.

@brentonsalassi7916 4 жыл бұрын

Such a great episode. So stoked to hear him mention Madison as well. She's incredible.

@leiferickson3183 4 жыл бұрын

I got so excited when he started describing her cause I HOPED it would be her! I saw her on Valentines day 2020 at the Palace theater opening for Iron and Wine and Calexico. My first time hearing her - Amazing live performer and band especially as a trio. I think she stole the show.

@mattolsen5656 4 жыл бұрын

What was her last name?

@gregeddins5854 4 жыл бұрын

@@mattolsen5656 Cunningham

@nickjones3222 4 жыл бұрын

She’s so great. Reminds me of Joni.

@brentonsalassi7916 4 жыл бұрын

@@leiferickson3183 Same! I just had a feeling he was talking about her. I hope to see her live some day.

@dfalstaff1 4 жыл бұрын

"Listen to every type of music. Even if it's not your cup of tea." Great advice.

@jz0h4d 4 жыл бұрын

You weren’t kidding, Gordon has it all going on.

@donaldbergmann5405 4 жыл бұрын

So easy to see why one would be drawn to him and his gift.. so special..

@robinmunn7132 4 жыл бұрын

Dear Tom. I'm sitting here in Glasgow (Scotland) still in self isolation watching the rain clouds gather. This really brightened up my day. Thank you for your time over the last few months and for a glimpse into your world. I hope you keep posting please keep safe and well.

@erajad 4 жыл бұрын

I guess Glasgow and Edinburgh have something in common after all... ;) Same here!

@prs22gt10 4 жыл бұрын

Gordon said it....Blessed! You guys are blessed and you bless us! What a gift!

@bertgetner9397 4 жыл бұрын

Gordon is so inspiring and a sweetheart of a gentleman. Now I see why you love him so much. This just made my shit week perfect. Thanks for this Tom. Send our best to Gordon.

@chrisjolley203 4 жыл бұрын

7:36! This guy is absolutely amazing! What a sweet, godly man! Definitely pulling on my heart strings! Groove at 7:36! Seriously amazing

@dennismullins4930 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Tom, I’m 61 years old and didn’t think I could ever again be as inspired as I am right now. Thank you so much for sharing this amazing human with me. I wish I’d heard this when I was 10 but now I feel it’s not too late. Love your show and thank you again for sharing yourself and these amazing people.

@hkguitar1984 4 жыл бұрын

“The Genius of Gordon Mote” So fitting a Title for this episode. Thank You Gordon and thank you Tom. Very much appreciate you sharing with us as we'd not likely have exposure to gifted individuals such as Mr. Mote.

@lastralla 4 жыл бұрын

No I'm not playing out of tune, I'm being vintage!

@MrYatesj1 4 жыл бұрын

Haha yes!!

@jasonpitts8395 4 жыл бұрын

I'm going to use that one

@riku4441 4 жыл бұрын

Lmao loved that one !

@timreadnour 4 жыл бұрын

Even my dad, who is a Baptist preacher, knows who Gordon Mote is!! He's played on so many gospel albums and Gaither videos. He is blessed!!

@98Vols 4 жыл бұрын

That’s right Tim. Gordon is such a humble human. He’s been to our church and is an amazing talent.

@PanhandlePrepping 4 жыл бұрын

We watch him all the time on Gaither Homecoming... he’s absolutely amazing!! Very good singer too!

@spiralflash6169 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for telling me where I know Gordon from! (Gaither videos) It was driving me crazy!

@jesseharris5071 4 жыл бұрын

this is one of the greatest things ever

@rogeriodycastro6978 4 жыл бұрын

Gordon has this music that adds Life, an indelible strength of the intelligent Musician. Nothing is by chance. GOD bless you more and more Tom bucovak and Gordon Mote

@davischip 4 жыл бұрын

The best 28 minutes 23 seconds of my day...No, make that...in my life! All I can say is WOW!!

@MrJEnright21 4 жыл бұрын

Never heard of Gordon prior to this, but he's already one of my favorites. Awesome.

@ronshawver6880 3 жыл бұрын

You may not have heard "of" him, but you've heard him on a lot of stuff.

@donnyhall2535 4 жыл бұрын

This is awesome Tommy boy. I've watched a few things with Gordon, he is amazing. Only one thing missing. Gordon needs a Home Skoolin' t-shirt. Get me a size, and I'll buy it and send to you. And you present it to him, from the Home Skoolin' Class.

@michaelholmes9874 4 жыл бұрын

Donny Hall I just wrote that! Or at least a mug!😂

@MrYatesj1 4 жыл бұрын

Classy Act, cheers to you mate!

@donnyhall2535 4 жыл бұрын

@@michaelholmes9874 I can do either or. Just decide. I know Tom has an address he receives things at. I just don't know where.

@jordandangelo180 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait for Gordon’s channel to start up. I believe the series will be called “ Insights “ if I remember correctly. Tom mentioned it after this episode aired. Gordon is clearly a very special and unique talent. Combine that with his level of humility and great conversational skill...it will be the piano version of HomeSkoolin. Gordon is truly a treasure as is Tom. The definition of authenticity. These guys could have an enormous amount of ego but I don’t even detect a hint. So refreshing.

@donnyhall2535 3 жыл бұрын

@@jordandangelo180 yeah they don't have the big head like the big name artist's out there. Those guys forget who pays them. If we stop buying they are out of work. But Tom and Gordon are 2 of the most down to earth guys. You can tell they are in it for the love of music. Because if they were in it for the millions like the rest. The could and would, very easily. But they like what they do, are happy, like the people they are with every day on sessions and obviously are having a great time. So what's better than that. That to me isn't work. It's getting payed to have fun with good friends. And at the end of the day, having something to show for it that will stand the test of time.

@stratmagic6893 4 жыл бұрын

I just listened to Gordon's recommendation of Madison Cunningham. All I can say is WOW.Her live solo performance of Something to Believe In is amazing

@richardgreen6857 4 жыл бұрын

Tom, you are opening a world to folks like me that haven't learned all of these session players names! What an amazing and interesting gent Gordon is! Thank you once again!!!!

@danielgrove1300 Жыл бұрын

This was among the best 23 minutes I've ever spent on social media. Tom, I'm so glad I subscribed to your channel... just this afternoon. Gordon, your music has blessed and inspired me for years. I'm very thankful for this video, and will go back and listen again. Thank you both.

@guitarlaboy 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! What a beautiful human being! What a life lesson to hear, and not only his amazing piano playing, someone like that. And the same goes to you! Thank you! God bless!

@manydreams1life315 Жыл бұрын

Wow What a beautifully expressive, insightful and inspirational person

@adam-yk6yd 4 жыл бұрын

This has absolutely made my day. What a joy and privilege to have access to the wisdom of these players. Thank you so much Tom

@Briancastillo98 4 жыл бұрын

7:34 like bro... damn. Thank you so much for your content, Tom.

@steveg.3022 4 жыл бұрын

And 23:58

@therealthomasbraam 4 жыл бұрын

ow man gotta say, this dude is a gift for this earth

@garyturner3085 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Tom, could you pass over a sincere thank you to Gordon from me please? I had a problem with my sound for the last couple of years. My problem was I always sounded like me, whatever guitar i played and whatever style i played. I now know that that's my style and there is no point pretending otherwise. Whether I'm good or bad that's my voice. The man is a marvel 🤘

@jeffhebert9643 4 жыл бұрын

This gentlemen doesn't need vision . ...he plays through the eyes of his soul.....what an incredible talent . Thanks .

@TySharron 4 жыл бұрын

Madison Cunningham is UNREAL! Love hearing her name mentioned on this great show.

@thpthp 4 жыл бұрын

So good. As a piano player myself, I'm fascinated by his fingerings. He almost never uses his right pinky. And tends to not use his left thumb. So unique.

@johnbales1700 Жыл бұрын

I noticed that too. Wild.

@dannywhitt5424 Ай бұрын

Love Gordon hearing him play and also sing What a talent. Mercy walked in has to be a signature song that to this day is a wonderful song to countless many people. Thank you Gordan & thank you Tom for bringing Gordon to your show

@fodiddlediddle5015 Жыл бұрын

what a privilege it is to meet incredible humans like Gordon. I could sit and watch him play for hours. Thanks Uncle Larry! 💙👍

@CarstenGoeke 4 жыл бұрын

Oh man. What an episode. His playing makes me crying.... cause its so wonderful... what a gifted, humble and wise man... thanks very much for sharing this to us. 🙏🏻

@vansheen9096 4 жыл бұрын

This mans musical powers are matched by his positivity and enthusiasm. I enjoyed this so much! Very inspiring and awesome!

@shakesquire84 4 жыл бұрын

Gordon is just profound. I come back to this video often! “Don’t let your fear hold you back.” Man!

@bigwavedave8492 4 жыл бұрын

My mom was blind and I grew up watching her play piano every day thanks for just remembering me thank you so much

@nickjones3222 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Tom, if you saw my comment the other day asking for this interview you’ll understand how delighted I am. This is a GREAT addition to the already amazing content on your channel. Just tremendous, what a player, what a philosophy, what a touch, what an ear! Thank you! JD next please! Or a drummer, such musicality so often overlooked. 😉

@matthewcasey4795 4 жыл бұрын

This is the best channel on youtube for guitarists .... or any musician really.

@precisionsoundworksstudio 4 жыл бұрын

So good! Thank you for posting!

@DaveElke 4 жыл бұрын

This was so inspiring! Thank you.

@davefav 4 жыл бұрын

That was extraordinary. What a gift you guys both have and it's beautiful how you share it in your work. Thank you for inviting us into a space that is very sacred. I'm deeply moved.

@stanleeikki 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. That was an absolutely priceless lesson on music and life. Mr. Mote is the real deal. Thank you for sharing this, Tom.

@ultraparadoxical7610 4 жыл бұрын

This is gold. Thanks for doing this.

@unicorneggspam 4 жыл бұрын

Gosh this was so good. Thank you

@jhhicks 4 жыл бұрын

"that's some bad shit bro" hahaha man, that's straight fire piano playing.

@bluzzjazz 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tom, this gentleman is the real deal. His musicianship is indeed a blessing to those around him.

@haroldsams-hs 4 жыл бұрын

i loved every minute of this thank you

@guitareveryone 4 жыл бұрын

Loved the episode Tom. Thanks man.

@funkypat5349 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Tom! Wow, thank you so much for this absolutely wonderful interview! This cat is true genius and beautiful soul! Amazing! Thank you, Gordon, for sharing your enthusiasm and joy of music!

@wayneschmiedeknecht8042 4 жыл бұрын

That man is honest to God, and getting paid back enormously.

@notes2keith 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. Truly great.

@AlvinsWorldDotCom 3 жыл бұрын

I so enjoyed this. Thank you. A lot.

@superreality3823 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tom for sharing what has to be one of the best and most heartfelt videos KZfaq has had the good fortune to host, That short section on phrasing near the end was beyond anything. Thank you

@ChuckRiosGuitar 4 жыл бұрын

What is this gold? I cannot even process it! So wise and heavy. Thank you, Tom and Gordon! You once again enrich my life and keep me on my own path. Having a rolling rock for the both of you.

@jazzbass1967 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing these. Really look forward to it everyday.

@billsnow6127 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! Beautiful!

@leonsibum 4 жыл бұрын

Oh my god Tom check out Madison Cunningham! She's amazing!

@Tonyscalo 4 жыл бұрын

Tom, can you expand on what Gordon said about "Singing on the backside." (and frontside)? What does that mean exactly? Such a great episode as usual! I love these session guy interviews for so many reasons.

@nickd8289 4 жыл бұрын

He means before the beat or a little after the beat. The feel . The stones are a little before

@jimspencer4413 3 жыл бұрын

@@nickd8289 Some of the stones are early (like Mick, maybe?) but Charlie & Keith typically play so much by feel/vibe song by song, have that push-pull thing going on in most songs that is, to me, anyway, a huge part of their ‘lovable funk’… I know that when tighter, more technical/trained musicians (i.e., Chuck & Darryl) play with them they must really have to ‘give it up & go with the flow’. (And, to be fair, they have tightened the Stones up in a great way over the years)