Here's a 1-hour compilation of all of John Mayer's guitar tips over the years: kzread.info/dash/bejne/haCFzM1uhsnbdrw.html

@namanvats9547

3 жыл бұрын

Danke schon

All I learned is that John Mayer knows everything and I am currently inadequate.

He’s so knowledgeable that he doesn’t even use words to describe what he’s doing lol “So you could go like” *jams* “Or you can go here” *jams* “And we all know how to” *jams* “But you can” *jams*

@Kandeegang

5 жыл бұрын

cannon brunsvik Best comment I’ve seen today.

@zgjfinance2796

5 жыл бұрын

When you find music more expressive than language

@voodoochili12

5 жыл бұрын

that doesn't mean he's knowledgeable you twit

@zgjfinance2796

5 жыл бұрын

dirtdirt he studied at Berkeley you twit

@MarsLonsen

5 жыл бұрын

@@zgjfinance2796 didn't graduate you twit

I've got half of this down. I'm watching the rain.

@cruz.c

4 жыл бұрын

Hades Kay thats actually like 0.0001% of it

the fact that he does things like this is so sick, down to earth and feels genuine

@SixStringSicario

5 жыл бұрын

lala lulu the kid just loves playing guitar.

@ItsGarrettBrah

5 жыл бұрын

Right dude the man is busy as hell no doubt he's clearly doing this in his free time which shows how much he cares for his craft and his fans.

@michaelmeza1913

5 жыл бұрын

i think his watch collection videos are very down to earth too !

@YovanComedy

5 жыл бұрын

and for free!!! no paid masterclass service

@nhayes927

4 жыл бұрын

@@michaelmeza1913 LOL

Imagine being a young guy/gal learning your ax in the late 60s or early 70s and having Beck, Clapton, Hendrix, or Richards sitting down and schooling you in real time. That's what this is right here. I hope today's young 'uns realize how good they've got it. Much respect to JM for doing this.

It’s good to see this kind of vulnerability and transparency. I think it’s important for newer players to see “big famous” players practice, screw up, and have to think through wtf they’re doing. This is a different JM than I remember from years back. Awesome to see this man.

@austinoleksy7257

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome comment man

@Michaelf1968

4 жыл бұрын

Very well put, I have a whole new level of respect for this man after seeing some of these videos of him. Very different from the JM I remember earlier in his career.

"You can learn to play the guitar, or you can learn to play M U S I C on the guitar..."

@ianlondon2888

4 жыл бұрын

Great

John Mayer: gentleman, Scholar, teacher, and a living legend in my eyes

I always dismissed his music as I’m mainly a metal and hard rock guy, but as I’ve matured as a player and man I’ve started to really appreciate how much of a wizard Mayer is. Fantastic skills. Would love to learn from this guy in a full paid masterclass.

@vocalguitardrums

4 жыл бұрын

I go back and forth between heavy and song writer music and honestly stuff like this it just gives you more context on how music works in relation to our guitar playing.

@trogman43988

2 жыл бұрын

Same. I remember hearing “your body is a wonderland” when I was 12 and thinking it was the shittiest song I’d ever heard so I hated JM for like 13 years. But in my mid 20s I discovered some of his country albums and really got into his music and lyrics.

had no idea this guy was so cool, until a few years ago.

I love the cheeky grins he has when he just knows he’s nailing it. Legendary

JOHN MAYER IS INTERNET GUITAR DAD

Your ability to give a lesson without actually giving a lesson is quite astounding. My favorite guitar player in the last 20 years

These are the incomprehensible ramblings of a genius, ladies and gentlemen.

No John Mayer.. I can't "just go" (proceeds to hall of fame guitar playing flawlessly)

I wonder what if feels like to do whatever the F*** you want on that thing!!!

@guitargod6997

5 жыл бұрын

John makes some very cogent suggestions about "suggesting chords in your phrasing". People always fret about pentatonic scales and such, but the fact is the most important thing is to unite your "inner voice" and your actual voice with your fingers' execution. Or to put it simply, play what you hear. Note that John can sing and whistle his lines, because you need to know and anticipate your destination in order to execute. In terms of outlining chords the articulation of the third and seventh as well as bass and harmonies in sixths is helpful. It is "ear based". "What's the note I want to hit?" Hint - as you transition from one phrase to another (call and response, etc.), use slides to help you land on the proper notes and "outline the chords". The slide helps you connect the phrases intuitively but in another position on the fret board. Then you let your ear "connect the dots".

@user-nl7rv2fs7b

5 жыл бұрын

Richard Coleman I may never know.

@joecebu2791

5 жыл бұрын

@@kylekevin7339 ok. You just lowered yourself. Good way to lose respect wherever you go in life.

@kylekevin7339

4 жыл бұрын

@@youwaisef lmao

@trublu3483

4 жыл бұрын

You should ask Guthrie Govan if you really want to know

This is one of the better lessons on youtube. I'm pretty impressed that he is able to SING (or even whistle) the note he's about to play, suggesting that hes not just winging it in some key that he knows its in. Although I knew this stuff, it reminded me to do it more often.

@keithremedy

5 жыл бұрын

strangebrutoo you play what you hear in your head.

@strangebrutoo

5 жыл бұрын

Keith Remedy yes, but in addition he’s able to sing out exactly what he hears in his head. That’s impressive

@keithremedy

5 жыл бұрын

strangebrutoo exactly something I hope I will be able to do better myself as I age as a guitar player. I started like most everyone I look up too does you learn your favorite licks, songs and then you see really how talented they are as players. That’s what music is and the best guitar players in the world that instrument is there voice and Mayer is probably one of the best players I’ve seen ever and I’ve seen every blues player you can think of. Mayer is something special. Almost every other person I give guitar lessons too want to learn Mayer songs.

JM is such a naturally melodic player ........that so hard to come by for most of us. And I really appreciate him taking his time to give us an insight as to how he thinks musically

2:28 I just want to cry at how beautiful and simple that is. Gonna try it at home. My John Mayer story is one of envy and then delight. I had to see him in NYC a few years back. I remember scoffing at the idea of watching him. Thought he was pretentious prick (this was his womanizer days). Before he played his first song he mentioned that he will be not be playing his hits. That piqued my interest. This guy went on to play such amazing blues and bluegrass music. I was in awe and became a full out fan for this man has chops!

I feel like he’s literally risen to a level where only other masters can fully benefit from his tips.

@devanwiech

4 жыл бұрын

I consider myself intermediate and I follow him 100% and benefit greatly. It doesn't take mastery to understand what he's saying. The mastery is in his grasp of so many things to the point where it's all second nature.

Him: “It’s a little bit Ouiji board and a little bit dictionary” Me: Still learning the alphabet

@Enogimka

4 жыл бұрын

At least as a musician you know "A B C D E F G" down right?

That segue between Slipknot and Franklin's Tower with the diminished runs and multiple key changes was always a mad genius passage, the ability to make that collective idea work musically let alone pull it off is one of Jerry's (and the Dead's) legacy moments in music. It's comforting to know that one was challenging for John too, the same guy who wrote Neon...

Been watching more than a minute now, all I can follow is just his face while he's playing.

I love these videos man. Great being inside his head for little bits at a time.

This is legitimately helpful - very insightful to hear his 'thinking out loud' process - regardless of anyone's thoughts on some of his pop tunes, he's among the best players in the industry - when the rubber meets the road he's a player's player.

I love John's non-arrogant smurk like he just enjoys the sound of guitar.. he is creative and soulful

@24:32 John talks about correcting a common left hand problem in beginner intermediate guitar players. Funny to think one of the best players was experiencing this just a few years ago after 20 yrs of playing. Incredibly humble, informative and inspiring.

If this was mirrored, thanks for reversing it! Best advise ever for improvising! You can try to play licks using chord tones OVER the chords, but SUGGESTING the chords forces you to play something melodic as you have nothing under you. I like John. He always seems laid back and logical in videos I've seen.

Thank you John Mayer. As a long time, like old as Bob Weir, Grateful Dead fan, I have a great deal of respect for you and your devotion to the music. You have earned a place in my heart with all the other wonderful musicians who have played with the Dead over these many years. Thank you for doing these videos.

Man johns such a cool dude. He just loves the guitar so much. I wish everyone could experience that type of love for something.

Him looking me in the eyes while playing is probably the most calming and intimidating thing ever...

I can't believe it's been almost a year and I'm just finding this on KZread... Where have I been? I needed this, 😊 Arguably one of the most talented guitar player-singer/song writers of our time.... And taking his precious time out to share his knowledge for free. Thank you, John... You rock in so many ways!

I really love how he’s turning people into Jam (improvised music)!!!

Just love how he is so raw with these videos. Makes you realise he is only human and thinks like most of us. 😊 Very insightful.

These Instagram lives are GOLD

Excellent video. I learned a lot on this one, from the way he explains suggesting chords to his building block theory, very cool! This has all helped me to get through the "rut". I hope that John keeps his instructional things coming.

Loved this session. More interesting movements uncovered than in a typical lesson. Legend.

It's 3:32 am and I'm trying to stay awake and watch this. This is so cool. He makes it look so simple. Thank's John 😴

Love this, especially when he makes a mistake. Gives me hope 😁

One of the best guitar players, pure soul in his playing.

all i can say is thanks to the talented, knowledgeable brother for taking the time to share...

It looks so easy in his hands... So natural. But it is not for the rest of us... This kind of videos are priceless...

I learned so much from this. Thank you. From the bottom of my heart thank you for having the grace and humility to share this with us.

Just poached my first hour at work watching JM masterclass. What a treat to hear how a master musician thinks, while his hands do the moves. Thanks Mr. Mayer, you da Boss!

This video just made my day! Light bulbs poppy everywhere!! Thank you, John

Your down to earth now! Still light years ahead of the common players but now your offering your wisdom, thank you!,,

This was actually a very well structured lesson

I was impressed by your picking up the GD spot, but this simply puts the frosting on the cake. Thank you for your time.

This guy is borderline genius.

john ever since nokia theatre ive been a huge fan and you are god tier thanks for the music

@keithremedy

5 жыл бұрын

The thought of seeing Mayer before 2007 was awful to me thank you too my ex girlfriend for making go with her. I thought I was going to be hearing your body is a wonderland and instead saw one of the best live performances I’ve ever seen, and he’s continually put on the best shows I’ve seen over the years. I don’t think there’s another player besides SRV that I’ve learned more songs from

Quite inspiring to watch your process. Your explanation of the techniques you use to develop various concepts is digestible, enlightening and a hell of a lot of fun! Thanks!

Heart warming to learn i,m not the only journeyman guitar player that had to retrain my third finger after years and years ,,i could listen to John for hours,such a captivating guy,,that PR S sounds like a church bell

A wonderful, down to earth guy, and a great player and teacher.

So glad to hear that someone as Great on the Guitar as John Struggles with understanding modes as a formula like I always have. Like him, I know how they SOUND, not how they fit together theoretically. Thanks John! Inspiringly lesson!

@ClearAdventure

5 жыл бұрын

TMS, I am actually making a Guitar learning method that shows just that, and it will be for free here on YT. I call it the KCB method, hope you see it when I finally get done. 🤘😊 - Kevin Venture

@thomasmartinscott

5 жыл бұрын

@@ClearAdventure Cool. Respond on this comment when you get it done, and I'll subscribe.

If this was an actual class that I was in with John Mayer teaching this way I would fail immediately, but I would also be mesmerized that it’s John Mayer.

This sets me on a course I hadn’t thought of! I do a lot of finger-style acoustic guitar arrangements with the standard bass/chords/melody/lead stuff that so many of us do. This concept will really help me stretch out more! Thanks so much! The hair tips...not so much! I’m bald!

It's like hendrix giving you lessons thanks john

It is amazing the tone he gets, even through his phone it sounds amazing.

Mad respect for you Sir for articulating your wonderful approach to playing over the changes. I have been blessed with a good ear, so I “get just what you’re saying. I have been stuck in a rut for many years with my playing but now I believe your explanations and demonstrations in this video alone will be most beneficial in helping me to finally get through the wall. Blessings 🙏🏾

You ever have that moment when you realize how bad you are at something? I just had mine. He's out of this world

That tone is incredibly beautiful, probably just through a tiny practice amp too.

@Smopkin

5 жыл бұрын

I've heard many great names say: "the tone is in the fingers" John must have great fingers 😅

@DonPasquale_

5 жыл бұрын

@@Smopkin To some extent it is, but not in the way I meant lol that guitar just outputs these beautiful, crystal highs and smooth, buttery mids and lows.

@phannguyen3500

5 жыл бұрын

@@DonPasquale_ There's a reason why Katy perry called John her best lover *wink

I'm a new fan, because of your humility man. Way to go John!

omg big props to mr mayer he is the man genuine authentic congruent sincere professional

@route6666

4 жыл бұрын

There is a such thing as punctuation.

Tim Pierce does a lesson on playing triads (without necessarily playing the triads). He’s phenomenal

And here I thought implying chord tones were something basic musicians understood...until now when I saw John mayer actively learning it. Feels good

@rileymerino6340

5 жыл бұрын

tofusauce it takes a well-listened ear, something you will likely work on the rest of your life! Definitely not something that comes naturally without just naturally listening to a lot of music and imitating!

@Isaiahjoshua__

5 жыл бұрын

Totally!

john is great and really examplifies the importances of knowing the caged chord system and being able to play all chords in all different positions. bob is the master of playing a chord any damn where he pleases and jerry has also mentioned that he structures his solos around the chord shapes. this is actually a lot of really good info he is saying

Absolutely beautiful musical mind Floating around with magical pony’s and chocolate rainbows 🌈 To be blessed with a voice like his aswell. Aswell as now sharing the knowledge True legend

Thanks John for taking time to impart your guitar wisdom. The diversity and creativity in your songs is so inspiring. After a great day in my Orthodontic practice, listening to and playing your music really “completes” the day! My wife and I have enjoyed your concerts and your songs never lose their magic. Your obsession with guitar has put so many smiles on faces. Hope to catch you in San Antonio! Cj

I hope this is something he just does for the music community. VERY insightful and beautiful to see from a true great.

man, i laughed so hard on 16:54, i thought i was the only one doing that in my head aahahah :DD

Thanks John for doing this. Keep on posting these.....It's so cool to see your insight into how you play man.

Ramble on rose in all positions on the neck alternating inversions of chords - MASTERCLASS is right

John: i don’t know what else to say except I couldn’t help but be another person who thanks you for your incredible generosity in sharing your knowledge, technique, and connections to music theory - please know how much these videos are greatly appreciated!!! :)

Thx John....cool of you to share. Transparent, honest, and cool insights (of which in understand 2%)!

Just a guy who loves guitar and is an awesome player and educator. Thanks bruh!

first minutes is basically the "I guess I just feel like" solo part 👀

@marcorontani545

5 жыл бұрын

same chords

Modes ,Reverse your thinking. All the chords created for example C Dm Em F G Am Bdim C. You can use Notes , C major scale over any of those chords. Example Cmajor scale over B diminished arpeggio. Thanks for all of your insights!

@RosewoodMahogany

5 жыл бұрын

Just change the root note within that scale and put some accent on the notes that make the chord sound like the chord. Thinking in chords can help too

I am a little scared that this made so much sense to me?! Thank you Mr. Mayer!

john mayer is awesome...

This was really fun to watch and HEAR! Thanks for posting it.

felt like a very good class in a school. fun and educational. makes me happy seeing that people are watching this very currently. came here hoping to learn a thing or two but learned a few. good time.

I love how he shouts out melanie faye

Generous and honest to share and esp that u had to learn to use 3rd finger. Awesome. Humble and generous. Really cool.

I've been working on this for hours everyday and man is it fun. I believe Bob Weir plays inversion after version, which really gives the dead such an amazingly original sound. I'm sure John worked on this a ton just to framework out the mindset of playing with Bob and boy has he done a great job. Keep on creating everyone.

Your right about modes John.. people always describe them as the same scale starting on a different note.... which is true if you look at it like that but in fact that is just how they are DERIVED.. and if you are talking about them in the same key they are in fact all different scales with different sounds and intervals which in reality is how we use them.

7:02 Only reminding myself where that lick is I wanna learn

@booognish

5 жыл бұрын

Total jerry Garcia style riff

@SouthMeckStunna

5 жыл бұрын

AJ Harvey look up some Jerry Garcia major licks and you’ll find something similar

@moehlman

4 жыл бұрын

Ramble on Rose is the song if you want to hear more variants

@Trish1269

4 жыл бұрын

Think he's feeling a bit Dead like

God I wish this was around when Stevie Ray Vaughan was alive! That would have been EPIC!!! Great video and amazing guitar work sir!

If by some miraculous John were to see this, the best version of The Wheel I ever heard used this technique. It allowed it to sound exploratory, but you knew somehow, the song was still there.

This really helped me even though I know nothing about chord or notes or even guitar on that matter.

Thanks for this John .. I enjoyed the stream of consciousness approach to teaching, because that’s what it’s like playing. Getting a glimpse inside your stream was a kick for me. Intricacy, knowledge, flow and freedom .. and get lost on the way every now and then, that’s soloing!

Great honesty coming from a legend, more legends need to bless us like this

So cool to get his perspective on grateful dead songs.. thank you

Modes. Take Shakedown's bridge, FMaj7, Em7, Dm7, G7 and then the C7 vamp (nothing shakin' on shakedown...). These are all in the key of C. FMaj7 - IV (lydian), Em7 - iii (phrygian), Dm7 - ii (dorian), G7 - V (mixolydian), C - I (ionian). So think of playing a C major scale over the bridge but finding the chord tones to "suggest" your solo reflects the chord changes. On the C7 vamp/jam, you can think of that as C minor pentatonic (blues scale) or you could think of it as C mixolydian. C7 is the V (fifth) of F major. So when playing C mixolydian put in your mind you're playing F major. Now switch between playing C minor pentatonic and C mixolydian (F major) over the C7 jam. Play with it because there's so much more you beyond this 😁!

@judylmb8254

4 жыл бұрын

thank you

Would love to see him playing with the great Mark Knopfler

@NateLgg

5 жыл бұрын

I've been waiting for that jam since I was born... :(

@jimmysupafly1547

5 жыл бұрын

Just saw Knopfler in Montreal last weekend. He was amazing

@KaninTuzi

5 жыл бұрын

Knopfler is one of the GOATs! And his sentimental sweet style would definitely work with JM

@manowild

5 жыл бұрын

Yes. One of my all time favorites..

Yeah this is definitely a masterclass because I'm completely lost.. He's amazing! I want to learn to just riff and jam effortlessly like this

@keithremedy

5 жыл бұрын

Noah Ford learn root notes. When I learn a song I figure out what the root note is and it all starts there

Mode is about mood- feeling- and it also gives another texture to maybe the same feel or rhythm. It’s kind of like inversions of a chord- playing the same chord but different color and voicing. Modes open up a whole new world to playing in one key

That's a gorgeous guitar 🎸 ♥️

Thank you!! I have been playing guitar for 2 years and your video has helped me expand my guitar playing. :)

This lesson is a masterpiece. Perfectly intuitive, leaving out all the rocket science that Scott Henderson or others deliver their lessons with "..flatted this over a diminished D# added f" . I"m actually going to return to this video. Guess I've always been too lazy and procrastinated the alphabet soup phase. You listen to so much music over decades that what sounds right is perfectly natural and gets hard wired even evolving to fusion and jazz. Now you transfer the sound images you've collected to your fingers and see what matches. Those jam ditties to backing tracks were cool and I"m thinking " I can do that" and it'll improve my stuff. Its interesting how you can "talk" music or painting or creative writing from feel and reading off what your mind projects onto that screen. We don't calculate or compute, but Feel. Thank You Mr Mayer for finding that rabbit hole.