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What I find the most amazing about this video is your warmth and openness when teaching. Your skill and musicianship are excellent, but I've never felt such an earnest connection with a pre-recorded lesson. You are the kind of teacher I aspire to be, even after ten years of teaching music. Please keep up your incredible work, you definitely have a new fan.

@gabrielmojay7720

Жыл бұрын

Just to say, how much I concur. Brandon's exceptional.

@hannahjohnson4582

Жыл бұрын

I feel my whole body relax when I start watching a Brandon Acker video 😂 so peaceful and soothing.

@jbfitzwilliam

7 ай бұрын

A wonderful gentle manner and a great teacher. Thank you for your lucid explanations and beautiful playing. So much talent!

@Whamesl0l

6 ай бұрын

I love his no judgment attitude to teaching and how he always approaches lessons without assumptions. He explains things as if you've picked the guitar up for the first time but without being condescending or patronising. I've been an electric player for 15 years but only just decided to give classical playing a try and I feel like a total beginner again so these videos are invaluable to me as a self-taught player

@raymondferguson3781

4 ай бұрын

I think it's that wonderful smile. He has the opposite of resting bitch face. I like to think it is because he loves to have a guitar in his hands so much that he just can't help smiling, but it's probably just a really well chosen default face.

I always wanted this.

@calebwhiting6786

3 жыл бұрын

Nice

@backyardblacksmith3090

3 жыл бұрын

Same

@Rodrigo-qd7by

2 жыл бұрын

Me too

@vaishnavajith3420

2 жыл бұрын

me too

@harrycally2565

Жыл бұрын

And so easy to do 😂

I dont even own a guitar but i still love how informative these videos are

@gonsonandenschinder

2 жыл бұрын

Same i love how passionate and happy he looks when talking about guitars

@eduamendola

2 жыл бұрын

Imagine how much more you would love it if you get yourself a guitar and actually learn this

@deanfeldman2505

Жыл бұрын

Time to get a racket box. It's very therapeutic tackling compositions on guitar.

@5skdm

Жыл бұрын

​@@eduamendola i did and its very cool

2:25 - The mere way how you seemingly effortlessly *show* each overtone, LIVE, is simply outstanding, Brandon. Absolutely jaw-dropping show of preparation and skill.

@kristadzive

3 жыл бұрын

I dont think thats really the impressive part, he probably needed at least two tries to be able to talk while playing the gymnopedie doh

@dtanman

3 жыл бұрын

SAME REACTION, I DIDN'T EVEN KNOW THEY EXISTED

@kali2109

11 ай бұрын

@@dtanman do you play guitar?

Wow, after many years, I learnt something new, and suddenly realised that most KZreadrs have become entertainers rather than helpful. YOU on the other hand have taught me something concretely. Subscribed!

I simply love this video. Not only was I able to play harmonics immediately which made me super excited and happy, cause it sounds so cool, but this guy’s smile made it even better. I love how he smiles so warmly, this really made my day.

This is the best video I've ever seen regarding harmonics, you just helped me very greatly kind sir. You didn't try to dumb down the fundamentals of how they work because you actually understand them well enough to explain it simply without cutting corners.

@lincolnmicrophonellc

Жыл бұрын

Well said

Easy to understand, soft-spoken, warm and very informative! Thank you, Brandon. I wish I had a teacher like you.

Even complete beginner like me could get this. You're an amazing teacher Brandon

A testament to how good of a teacher you are is the fact that I already know everything you taught in this lesson and still watched it all the way through. So engaging and helpful. I loved learning this technique and messing with some folks minds by throwing them in a few "campfire" song sessions when least expected.

No exagerating, you just changed my life. I ahve never learned this tecnique, and you just made me able to in 20 minutes. You have a gift. Thank you very much.

I’m not sure who I appreciate more, Brandon or his fans. Nothing but warmth and kindness in the comments and it gives me hope for humanity and made me smile after being super depressed for the past couple of days ❤

I had never tackled artificial harmonics before, but now I feel more confident to use the technique. Thank you very much for this lesson.

i have watched so many videos about harmonic but i didn't achieve that until your videos popped up... :) Thank you so much ❤️

Playing with such prowess is impressive enough on its own. But being able to casually talk while doing so? I'm floored. My utmost respect on all fronts, Brandon ❤️

Popping this out from a subthread. The octave is the one place where the harmonic and the fretted pitch are the same: 12th fret harmonic = 12th fret note. If you do a harmonic on the 7th fret, you get a note an octave and a fifth higher. If you do a harmonic on the 5th fret, you get a note two octaves higher.* If you do a harmonic just behind the 4th fret (or over the 9th fret), you get a note two octaves and a major third up.** So, just on the low E string: Open E = root. E 12th-fret harmonic = E an octave higher = E 12th fret note. E 7th-fret harmonic = B above E + one octave = open B string. E 5th-fret harmonic = E two octaves higher = open high E string. E 4th-fret harmonic = G# above E + two octaves = (slightly flatter than) open E string, 4th fret. You can do the same things with all of the strings. Look at the above and make the following replacements: With E, the notes are already listed as E, B, and G#. With A, replace those notes with A, E, and C#. With D, replace those notes with D, A, and F#. With G, replace those notes with G, D, and B. With B, replace those notes with B, F#, and D#. You'll observe that these are the notes that make up a major triad. E major = E, G#, B; A major = A, C#, E; etc. * Physics sidebar: You've divided the string into four equal parts, so the vibrating length is 1/4th as long, so the frequency is 4x as high. Multiplying by 2 gets you to one octave, and multiplying by 2 again gets you an octave higher than that. ** Sidebar 2: It's actually slightly flatter than your major third -- but that's actually good, because it's more in-tune than the fretted note would be. If anyone cares, I'll explain why. The real thing to know is that it would slightly clash with the equivalent fretted note.

OMG... I had no idea about all those additional harmonic notes.... this was definitely worth the twenty minutes of watching...

A very clear explanation of EXACTLY how it’s done!

I "discovered" these armonics by fooling around. Despite practicing sometimes I was too clumsy to try anything with them and now I m blown away. Thanks Brandon

Wow wow.. legit an hour ago I wanted to learn harmonic guitar tips from your videos :D So this is how universe work

@nanja_kore_arienai2102

3 жыл бұрын

I watched too many Alif ba ta guitar cover today,, and the best of them I think is 'ding dong - hide and seek'

@Blickling0

3 жыл бұрын

This is how the algorithm works.

Just watched the Steve Morse interview on Rick Beato's channel and had to find out how to do it. Just like Steve, you make it look so easy but also make it an accessible technique with your presentation. Thank you!

Thanks for explaining the technique very clearly, where others failed to explain.

The way he beams at the end of instructions shows how much love and passion he had for his art

This man seems genuinely humble! Goodness I love him!

Im a simple person, I see Brandon, I press like button.

I can already do this but this video is very calming so I’ll stay

Wow, thank you so much. I've tried to learn harmonics on the guitar so many times, but have never managed it even slightly. After watching your video, I went straight to my guitar and was able to do it almost immediately! It's actually quite easy when you know how. The key for me was the lightness of touch, barely touching the string. On previous attempts I'd been applying way to much pressure. 😁

Maaaaann, you helped me so much! I've searched for this explainations for so long! I was seeing this as one of the most difficult things to play at guitar and you made this clear and easy to understand. My playing is going to improve for sure now! You're a hero :D Shout out to your work, count me as one of your patrons ;)

Wow, thank you. 20 minutes and I was invested the whole way through

This is pure gold!

When you talk is like you are so peaceful, that I can watch your videos just to relax myself

Stuff like this is what makes guitar so much more interesting and expressive than a piano. I roll my eyes every time someone calls a piano a complete and/or superior instrument.

Everyone LOVED it when you played Gymnopedie No.1 on Scallon's expensive guitars video!

Done. Subscribed to this LOVE! All it took is for him to teach me even more about this wonderful, fascinating phenomenon that I'm obsessed with

This was absolute gold: informative, illuminating, stimulating! Thanks a lot, Brandon!

Heard the first 2 notes in the intro and clicked the LIKE Thank you for sharing your talents.

Your videos are so helpful & you're such a good teacher. You have a way of explaining things so that a beginner, intermediate or expert player is sure to learn something all in each sentence. Keep it up!

Your style of teaching and videos is simply marvellous.

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@CatsPajamas23

3 жыл бұрын

Nice to see you back on KZread. Very good video. Without harmonics I would probably need an electric tuner.

@changzed9853

3 жыл бұрын

Sir does guitar action matters? Mine's not too high but not low either.

@urwholefamilydied

3 жыл бұрын

Are you going to be doing any live shows soon??

@NoahfromEarth

3 жыл бұрын

You really are an awesome teacher.

I was just struggling with this yesterday! You have impeccable timing

Best video about Harmonics on KZread.

after a year, i finally got the hang of it. thank you very much. it took me a year but this is so freaking cool!!!!!

A great rock song with beautiful Harmonics is called "Women In Love" by Early Early Van Halen ---of of Van Halen II I think 1979 was the year.

You're such a cool instructor. Congrats.

Really great Brandon! I saw a lot of your tutorials before today finally following you! Thank you for all the input!

Congratulations. Extraordinarily clear and comprehensive treatment of the subject. Should become reference material in the world of online guitar teaching.

TRULY BEAUTIFUL! The Delicate touch is just phenomenal. You indeed are amazing.

This is a really interesting guitar lesson and cozy asmr at the same time. Your voice is like a melted gold.

You're so goddamn good at this I actually learned about harmonics only because of your gymnopedie 1 video

I truly enjoy the way you instruct these techniques. You have reignited my passion to learn guitar. Thank you and continue to bring the gift of music.

Thank you so much for this lesson. I usually take a while to pick up new techniques but I learnt this in 3 minutes. A credit too your amazing teaching.

I have been wanting to learn harmonics ever since I first heard them performed. I’m a beginner/intermediate player and this is the first video that explained harmonics in a way I could understand and actually achieve right on the spot! Thank you! I’m subscribing to your channel now😉

Brandon!!! Thanks for sharing, it's so insightful!. Wish you best.

Thankyou so much. Yes, your kindness shines through ... no ego, just a pure love of music

This absolutely blew my mind!!! Never has it occurred to me in my 10+ years of guitar playing that this was possible! Even after lightly learning about the science behind harmonics! Thank you so much for sharing!

Brother, you thought very well,loved it. Funfact: i've figured this thing myself just by experimenting without watching any of the video relating to harmonics and all.

Best lesson on harmonics I have ever seen. Great job!

Fantastic video with great production. Thank you

This man is the Mr. Rogers of guitar

I never knew the name for this sound, let alone how to play it. This one video taught me both. I am so grateful! Thank you, Brandon!

Love your playing Brandon. And your perspective. You are a true master.

Wow! A truly beautiful lesson on a skill I’ve always admired, but didn’t fully understand. Thank you!

Just wanted to say hello and thank you! Something as simple as moving the actual octave up 12 frets to make the harmonic never resonated with me trying one hand harmonics. Your presentation was exactly what I needed. Not just informative but inspiring as well. Thank you!!!

tysm for this!! the vibes of the video are so calming :)

So ready to try this! Thank you sir!

That guitar's tone is incredible

Simply & Brilliantly explained. Thanks.

Awesome way of explaining the overtone series. Always interesting material and excellent playing in your videos.

This was a great lesson. I've understood how to play natural harmonics and pinch harmonics for years now, but I've never really understood how natural harmonics work. Your explanation made so much sense, and it made understanding how to do artificial harmonics much easier.

I just wanne say,,,,you are just the moust calm and relaxed teacher in this universe❤️

Brilliant!! I am playing guitar for years but I never understood the way to make harmonic. Your explanation are so crystal clear that now I can play it quite easily. Many thanks, you have a new subscriber now ;)

ooooooh, that's nice! the joy of discovering something new in music... i just catch myself smiling away every time. Thanks Brandon

I couldnt find a guitar book that explain harmonics in such clear n practical ways as brandon has done here. thanks

I looove your lessons!! You inspire me to practice guitar everyday!! Thank you so much!!

You are awesome and I wanna really thank you for the video which is the best out there.Keep rollin!

My world just got a wholle lot wider. The technic no one tells you about that you figure out by yourself but changes everything

Wow! Thanks for the in-depth explanation!

Thank you for uploading this. Been playing a long time but other than the 'normal' harmonics I've never really experimented with them, especially playing them using the right hand only. You are a fab teacher and your manner is infectious, keep it up :)

I love the smug smile when you nail it. Great lesson. Thank you :)

This is such a cool technique. I've used basic harmonics in some of my compositions but this takes it to another level. Thanks Brandon.

Thank you, Brandon, for the Master Class on harmonics. It was most kind of you to share your tips with your viewers. Truly appreciated..

Insightful and amazingly therapeutic. Was just thinking how you turned the guitar into an almost harp then you mentioned it. Might check out the patreon.

Honestly I just don't know what to say now. For many years I have been struggling to create something similar to harmonics to no avail. One of your video was enough to make it happen. Thank you so much!

Brandon, this is very nice tips.Thanks for sharing

Cool tips for harmonics I have not seen before anyone teaching. Thanks Brandon

this is the most helpful video I have seen in term of learning technique thank you

This is well taught.. made everything easier & knowledgeable. Loved it.

This is really helpful. I learned so much in just a few minutes. Keep it up!

This was so helpful and so engaging!! Thank you!! :)

You are an incredible teacher! Thank you for all the extremely helpful content!

YOU have SAVED my Life by sharing this knowledge 🙏

Thank you so much sir! I was searching for this thing for very long time.

Thank you for taking the time to make and post this amazing lesson on *Harmonics* I learned something new today. ♪♫♪

i love how you are talking while playing that's very impressive not to mention your wonderful skills

So helpful, and a very well paced lesson! Thank you

Thanks for this harmonics lesson!

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@valezanoanjheti3749

2 жыл бұрын

Thank You B !!!

@seanandben

Жыл бұрын

Hi Brandon. I'm primarily a classic rock/blues electric guitarist, and I keep my fingernails short on both hands. I "hybrid pick" a lot of things, but not at the speed the great country players do! Is it possible to play classical guitar properly using just the flesh of my picking hand? I thoroughly enjoy your channel and playing by the way!

@MegaStrega

Жыл бұрын

Give Tim henson a guitar lesson for a video

As always, great tutorials !!! very informative and inspiring. THANKS 🙏🏻

Nice Tutorial playing guitar like 9 monzhs and today I watched this video and now I can play the artifical harmonics