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  • Shortest Fingered Adult Explains HOW. Some TUITION. Some HUMOUR,
    Some past EXPERIENCES and some ADVICE, BAR CHORDS, OPEN CHORDS

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  • @iammorrison2925
    @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2715

    Thank you all for your lovely comments. And Carla- I'd be honoured to be your Grandfather. I'm hoping to do another video soon but I'm pathetic with anything to do with Computers, Camera's etc. Please all be wary of some of the advice given by those fortunate long fingered guitarists. They think they know but they haven't got a clue what it's actually like. But we 'small handed /short fingered' guitarists can be successful 'cos we've got determination.

    • @destinypassantino1084
      @destinypassantino1084 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      thank you so much for this video! you did an amazing job explaining everything and recording! have a great day :)

    • @estelleb1587
      @estelleb1587 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      You're so funny. Love you long time ! ☺️💚

    • @Lara-xu3yc
      @Lara-xu3yc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      If you'd like your next video to be edited, I'd be happy to help 😊 thank you for this very informative video

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

      Thank you Laura. I don't really know how to go about it-but you are very kind.

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      @@estelleb1587 Thank you Estelle

  • @Laura-gp3xj
    @Laura-gp3xj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2660

    I want this man right here to be my grandfather

    • @tiffirl
      @tiffirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +143

      he said he would be honored to be your grandfather

    • @Laura-gp3xj
      @Laura-gp3xj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      I need to meet this man! He's my granddad after all now!

    • @chrislandry5797
      @chrislandry5797 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Congratulations to both of you .

    • @motaz271
      @motaz271 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He replied to you in a comment

    • @Laura-gp3xj
      @Laura-gp3xj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@motaz271 yeah I saw! He said it in his new video as well. Thanks!

  • @faithmarie3808
    @faithmarie3808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1126

    “I’m a small chap... another is someone telling you how to stretch your fingers wow if I would’ve known that I would’ve tried that on my legs years ago” this had me DYING

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +138

      Thanks faith. Someone told me they had hurt their fingers trying the stretching advice.

    • @jfo3000
      @jfo3000 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      No kidding. Got me laughing so hard...this guy is really funny.
      "Back then all the girls were female." To funny.

  • @syamkrishna9416
    @syamkrishna9416 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1034

    This old man made me smile for 19 minutes straight. He's a pure gem

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +208

      Thank you Syamkrishna. And you're a gem for saying such a nice thing about me. M

    • @elbowstancenow1519
      @elbowstancenow1519 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Saying 'elderly man' is nicer than saying 'old man'

    • @blinkerz4676
      @blinkerz4676 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@elbowstancenow1519 I disagree. Elderly sounds more like an insult, "old man" is a common phrase used to describe people even as young as 35,

    • @unclejeffssecretaccounttoh8774
      @unclejeffssecretaccounttoh8774 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@blinkerz4676 no its ntot

    • @blinkerz4676
      @blinkerz4676 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@unclejeffssecretaccounttoh8774 I guarantee there are millions of highschool kids that would look at a discheveled 35 year old man with early greys coming in and call him old

  • @Lea-127
    @Lea-127 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1803

    This man needs to be protected at all time he's to precious for this world

    • @realboltfan
      @realboltfan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This!

    • @DeusExMathias
      @DeusExMathias 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ♥️♥️♥️

    • @mara.j
      @mara.j 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes😩

    • @iangarza990
      @iangarza990 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      lol hes my grandpa, he really is a kind man... he is racist tho... but that was normal back then so its not his fault lol

    • @assmilk9674
      @assmilk9674 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@iangarza990 he’s not your grandpa

  • @BurnitdownMedia33
    @BurnitdownMedia33 3 ปีที่แล้ว +561

    This man is adorable. I love him.

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +106

      Thank you so much Christopher.

    • @shek7121
      @shek7121 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      heh he called you christopher I love this man

  • @justjj1066
    @justjj1066 3 ปีที่แล้ว +148

    “i don’t know what hit the bell means” LOL this guy is wonderful and pure

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      Thanks - I'm still looking for the bell!

    • @eceezgi
      @eceezgi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@iammorrison2925 When you click the subscribe button, there appears a bell button next to it.If you click the bell button it will change with an outline to appear like it’s ringing.That means you’ll get notifications if the channel uploads a new video

    • @saraloking5993
      @saraloking5993 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@iammorrison2925 did you find it?

  • @jillfriendship1054
    @jillfriendship1054 3 ปีที่แล้ว +401

    Priceless, small fingers, big personality, who wouldn't want lessons from Morrison. Just hit that bell !

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

      What a lovely thing to say. Thank you so much Jill. x

    • @luismendesg
      @luismendesg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      not sure about personality... He calls himself world class expert and authority. Not the humblest person. haha kidding

    • @doomerbloomer6160
      @doomerbloomer6160 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@luismendesg He's not shoving it down anyone's throat. It's on the title so that people know he's not just some old guy with a guitar, but someone with a lifetime of practice and experience

    • @luismendesg
      @luismendesg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@doomerbloomer6160 I was just kidding

    • @siebrenjt
      @siebrenjt 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ë

  • @BenDover-uy9zg
    @BenDover-uy9zg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +107

    The best thing ever said to me; "you will never be able to play a guitar well because your fingers are too short". That was 50 years and 5000 chords ago!

  • @peterjoseph6668
    @peterjoseph6668 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Morrison, I'm a 78 year old beginner. Playing guitar has been in my bucket for many years. I decided to try and learn how to play. Your video is very inspiring for an old fart like me. I have short fingers also. They may be slightly longer than yours but I feeling the frustration of learning the 1st cords. You're very inspiring. Thank you for your advice.

    • @saraloking5993
      @saraloking5993 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I'm a 62 year old beginner. Short female, short arms, short fingers, arthritis to boot. So how are you doing, Peter? Can I join your band? 😊

    • @evelynchilds6663
      @evelynchilds6663 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me too. 69 yr beginner. Hands weak and arthritis. One string at a time sofar. Day 2. Stretching might help i hope. Crack on all.

  • @caicedoo
    @caicedoo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +148

    i just want to sit down and have a whole life talk with him.

  • @sasquatch2011
    @sasquatch2011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    This man is officially my grandpa, since my real ones are dead.

  • @alwaysLurking
    @alwaysLurking 3 ปีที่แล้ว +227

    forget guitar advice, this is some real life advice here guys, thanks man :)

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Thank you Sir.

    • @toriel3asgore461
      @toriel3asgore461 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Music is life lessons
      Anything is possible through music

  • @rossgager69
    @rossgager69 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Watching this 3 years later, what a lovely chap!!, the world needs more people like this🙂... thanks TH-cam algo for showing me Mr Morrison! 🙂

  • @Timelesshero1711
    @Timelesshero1711 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Remember when you read illustrated fairy tales while being a kid, and a kind, caring grandfather appeared on a page and gave you that fuzzy feeling of safety and tenderness? This sir is just that, in human form.

  • @GuitarJamAndBackingTracks
    @GuitarJamAndBackingTracks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I was always annoyed with my small fingers on guitar. Then I learned power chords. Changed my life they did.

  • @thehutchboyd
    @thehutchboyd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +241

    It's like watching a British baby Yoda play the guitar. This old man is the most wholesome guy.

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +178

      May the Force be with you. Best wishes. M

  • @lolarose8637
    @lolarose8637 3 ปีที่แล้ว +177

    i was starting to get discouraged because i have small fingers and didn’t want to continue playing or learning. this is so inspiring and helpful and thank you for giving a young teenage girl a little hope during these harder times❤️❤️❤️

    • @aylbdrmadison1051
      @aylbdrmadison1051 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I don't have exactly small fingers, but they are definitely shorter than average. My real handicap though has been a pinched nerve that goes from my upper back and used to make half of my fretting hand completely numb. I'd been playing for years before my back accident though, so I wasn't about to stop playing.
      But for about 4 - 5 years I couldn't feel the strings until about 2pm in the afternoon when the nerve started to not be as pinched. But even so, I actually taught other guitarists how to shred for decades, and play a lot of technically demanding music from metal and prog rock, to flamenco and classical.
      The wonderful man in the video here is absolutely correct, it's all about perseverance.
      Django Reinhardt and Tony Iommi are incredibly great inspirations too.
      Django's fretting hand was burned horribly in a fire when he was young, and he wasn't able to get proper medical attention, so his 3rd and 4th fingers were pretty deformed. He is one of the most influential jazz guitarists in history.
      Tony is rock guitarist who is credited as the godfather of heavy metal guitar. On his last day at work in a factory, he cut off about half of the first digit of the middle two fingers of his fretting hand on a metal cutting machine. He used to melt plastic to make his own finger extensions so he could still use those fingers to play.
      Both players did various other things that not only were designed to help them compensate for their handicaps, it was in no small part those ways of overcoming said handicaps that gave them a unique playing style.
      Again, both of these players are massively influential in their genre. Indeed I could not be faulted for saying they are likely *the* most influential guitarists of those genres overall.
      If you love the instrument, just play it. The rest will come naturally. ^-^

    • @stevens5541
      @stevens5541 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If children can do it then surely we can do it...I seen a guy that had lost his arm playing the guitar...it was his picking hand he lost but still played the guitar better than I ever could.

    • @redumbrella6832
      @redumbrella6832 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'm kind of sad that me (and old male) has the same problem but oh well here we are lol

  • @name-xm2pk
    @name-xm2pk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I don’t even play the guitar nor have short fingers, but watching every 19 minutes and 16 seconds of this video has to be the best decision I’ve ever made.

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      What a lovely thing to say. Thank you

  • @flowy_sunshine
    @flowy_sunshine 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    "...and hit the bell, although I don't know what the bell is..." lol That made my day!!

  • @BaresEatBeats
    @BaresEatBeats 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    He might have small hands, but his forearms look jacked! 💪

  • @mar.sahakyan
    @mar.sahakyan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +234

    If this man can do it, then I don't wanna hear anyone saying that they don't play guitar because of short fingers. If he can do it, YOU can do it!

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      Very true Maria.

    • @randywatson4341
      @randywatson4341 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Never know what you can do until you apply yourself

    • @michaellittlewood3032
      @michaellittlewood3032 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If you haven't, Dejango Reinhardt may be worth checking out. Another great example of using what you got.

    • @warpath6666
      @warpath6666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes !!! Check out Michael Romeo sometime 😊

    • @annafantasia
      @annafantasia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This is EXACTLY the message I needed today 😄

  • @jimle22
    @jimle22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I am 71 and play guitar with short fingers and arthritis. Can relate to the young man and everything he was saying about persevering through problems.

    • @newwineskin7271
      @newwineskin7271 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi jimle22, I am now 71 myself with short stubby fingers, arthritis and fybromyalgia, ME. Many years ago I played fingerstyle guitar in Church worship bands then when the muscle/joint problems started, unable to press the strings firmly enough to obtain decent clarity of the notes/chords, I gave up playing altogether. Many, many years later, I missed playing worship songs so dug out my Yamaha APX5A (which ironically I had bought as an upgrade to my EKO Ranger just as my problems started) set it to open D tuning and played slide. Although not an ideal guitar for that style (I would have liked an inexpensive resonator but the only ones I have been able to try out locally haven't given the tone I want and I am unable to travel the country to find a suitable model), it did provide a base for learning slide. Also open tunings allow easier chord shapes in some cases as even if you hit the wrong open string say in open D it is still within the scale. I now try to adapt my fingerstyle playing to easier arrangements, chord voicings etc. It is frustrating, but now having come to terms with my limitations, I can still find some enjoyment in my playing. If you wish to hear any of my simple slide pieces let me know and I can send them to you. God bless. NW

  • @sir.santiago5922
    @sir.santiago5922 3 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    This just instantly made my day 1000 times better

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Thank you so much Sir Santiago. It's wonderful to brighten the lives of others.

    • @alka1162
      @alka1162 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      same

  • @garrettstory
    @garrettstory 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Every now and then, a real gem.

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I recon you're a real gem as well Garrett

  • @MaliceinDix
    @MaliceinDix 3 ปีที่แล้ว +93

    I have very small hands myself and started learning guitar recently. Sometimes it's a bit hard to play certain bits that people with long fingers can easily do, but now I feel even more encouraged to keep at it! Thank you for making this video, you're absolutely wonderful and it really made me smile! Like many others in the comments section, wish you were my grandpa. I hope you're doing well and I'm looking forward to more videos!

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Thank you. Of course I'll be your Grandpa

  • @cobbler88
    @cobbler88 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cliff's Notes version:
    -Get a guitar with a skinny neck/travel guitar
    -Work with F shape on multiple chords?
    -Get a capo that doesn't get in the way
    -Just kind of do what you have to to play the chords as closely to correct as you're capable of.
    Thank you for the info. 👍Heading to GC to embarrass myself now. :D

  • @LPS-mh8kx
    @LPS-mh8kx 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I’m subscribing to your channel because you have all the problems I have and a delightful accepting attitude towards them. I’ve been playing for 63 years and have struggled with short fat fingers, now arthritis, trigger finger and whatever else old age brings. Thank you for letting me join the short finger club!

  • @choimdachoim9491
    @choimdachoim9491 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    I have thick fingers and was discouraged by the closeness of the guitar strings when I was young and one day I received a chord book by Mel Bay...he had short, stubby fingers and took photos of him fingering every possible chord on the guitar...there's no excuse for anybody to give up because of...well...because of any reason actually.

    • @christinaserrano6379
      @christinaserrano6379 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Me too. I started getting discouraged because my fingers are short and chunky so when I press down they always touch the string below. It may take me longer but I won't give up 💪

    • @lone-wolf-1
      @lone-wolf-1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      For short thick fingers, it helps a lot having the action very low (1,4mm on E to 1,2mm on e). So fretting a note will need just a bit of the fingertip without touching the other strings. Also helps: to swap the nut with a wider spaced one, needs to be custom slotted by a luthier (or yourself if you know how to do it)😃

    • @MemeHero
      @MemeHero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sorry to be suddenly inquiring, but which book of Mel Bay might this be? I'm a bit new and would like to know more!

    • @choimdachoim9491
      @choimdachoim9491 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@MemeHero I have no idea. I had that book 58 years ago. I'd like to know where it is, where my trombone is, my french horn, my alto horn, my silver trumpet, my standup bass, my bagpipes, my hairline, where lots of things are.

    • @NormadYT
      @NormadYT 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Play bass as well I’m sure you’ll enjoy it dude, can get smaller ones for smaller hands they’re like the size of an electric guitar

  • @alienac5433
    @alienac5433 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    You talking about being a teenager was so warming and beautiful :)

  • @Jimjamm7
    @Jimjamm7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I've been playing the guitar for 6 years with very short fingers.
    In the last few weeks I was feeling a bit down because I can’t seem to be playing as clean as someone with long fingers, even if they played for only like 2 years.
    You gave me a lot of motivation to keep doing what I love. Thanks for that buddy, you rock!

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you Jim Jamm. Even after all my years I sometime have to concentrate on this because unlike fortunate long fingered players you can't just hover over the strings and you have to keep modifying your hand position. Keep going. You've got more 'balls' than most of them 'cos they probably wouldn't have started given our difficulties. Best wishes M

  • @isaiahhardin8854
    @isaiahhardin8854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I feel so much more whole after watching this video, not because i needed advice but because of what a good soul this young man has

  • @COBBETT1215
    @COBBETT1215 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    As an over 60 with shortish, fattish fingers and pretentions to play the guitar, I found this such a wonderful video. What a fine, inspiring and encouraging gentleman. I take my hat off to you sir. You have given me new hope to press on with my guitar. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

    • @CharlieRootsMusic
      @CharlieRootsMusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dont give up !! im in your boat.. Wide bulky fingers and they're short, not as short as Mr Morrison's but roughly 2-7/8" long fingers . my finger tips just wont fit in fret areas. Suspended chords are your friend . sound the same and more room.

  • @abbyc9474
    @abbyc9474 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    this man is the most wholesome person on the internet... we must protect him at all costs

  • @blinkerz4676
    @blinkerz4676 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "But it suits me, cause im such a small bloke" the way he said it was so sweet. As a small handed guitarist, its wonderful to see such a seasoned musican with similar issues as me. I don't usually watch long videos such as these but this man has a real likable personality

  • @laualbornoz7190
    @laualbornoz7190 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    This video made me cry, he is so wholesome and a huge example of how to keep going in life even if you have obstacles in between. Thank you so much, great man! Greetings from Argentina.

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      Dear Lau. Please don't cry - you'll make me cry. I've had to overcome many obstacles which I haven't mentioned but I believe that many, if not all, can be overcome if you think long and hard about a solution. Nobody ever said we were put on this Earth to have a good time. Life is a bit like a puzzle and it's up to oneself to think ' Right how the heck can I get round this next problem'. You're a wonderful person and best wishes to you in Argentina.

    • @arshiamh6114
      @arshiamh6114 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Jesus christ mr.morrison that was beautiful

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@arshiamh6114 . Thank you.

  • @simonstromfalk9872
    @simonstromfalk9872 3 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    This made me think of my grandpa who loved to play the guitar and tought me when he was still with us. Made me smile and shed a tear. Cheers from Sweden!

    • @eldridge1555
      @eldridge1555 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was just thinking, he looks like my Swedish grandpa

    • @illegalmaknae550
      @illegalmaknae550 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      he just reminded me of my grandpa cuz my grandpa has a shirt and watch that looks exactly like that XD

    • @myname-mz3lo
      @myname-mz3lo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sameeeee

  • @spaidly
    @spaidly 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Sausage fingers UNITE! 🤘🏻

  • @RetroMods
    @RetroMods 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I've never felt so guilty fast forwarding a video before. I promise I will watch it from start to finish after lunch. Lovely chap

  • @stelioskariofilis3070
    @stelioskariofilis3070 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i have small fingers... and i got on this video for this... but now,i dont care about my small fingers!!!! i met a lovely person!!!! I wish you all the best Sir!!!

  • @lone-wolf-1
    @lone-wolf-1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    As a similar short finger guy, I practice selftaught on electrics (slimmer neck, smaller body) and found a way to cheat chords by fingering them incomplete and playing upper or lower half... later I learned that those were basically power chords 😂

  • @cousinmike245
    @cousinmike245 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Mine are shorter; I’ve been playing guitar for 40 years, and have always been self-conscious. Thanks for this!

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      If your fingers are shorter than mine I take my hat off to you. You're the first person I've heard of in my 50 odd years playing. Don't be self conscious - be proud at what you've achieved . Best Wishes

    • @jimalice1
      @jimalice1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I’m 6’3” and have short fingers. I understand the feeling.

  • @timpearson9294
    @timpearson9294 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I have small hands/short fingers and have played guitar for over 30 years on and off. I personally didn’t expect to learn anything from this vid but still watched it all til the end cos he’s such a nice guy to listen to, and he makes a lot of sense …… he also kept me smiling for 19 minutes 😊 Thanks for sharing, Mr Morrison 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @jelliemish
    @jelliemish 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A lesson I learned for piano is; Stuff 'correct' technique and do it how it works for you. I'm just realizing that the same goes for guitar. Thanks sir!

  • @chrisrayfield5038
    @chrisrayfield5038 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I too have short fingers and my little finger is folded back into my palm due to trigger finger and have been playing and teaching guitar for over 30 years. Keep up the good work.

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Dear Chris . You've had a difficulty that I don't have. I take my hat off to you.

  • @frankfichera3093
    @frankfichera3093 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    You're the first person that came across when I searched his problem and I'm going to stick with you!

  • @brettneuberger6466
    @brettneuberger6466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I was having a bit of an off night until I watched your video. You put a smile on my face and even made me laugh out loud. My 80 yr old dad won’t play guitar anymore because he complains about his short fingers holding him back. I’m going to have him watch this. Thanks so much. I subscribed.... and rang the bell :)

  • @fiedel
    @fiedel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Seeing the struggles of my 14 yo, stuck with his first fat-necked east german strat clone, wrapped up by a lovely chap in 2021 on youtube is just wonderful.
    Luckily for me, your first tip: "find a thinner neck" was made possible by circumstances not long after and until this day I can caress the beautifully thin neck of a beauty "made in Japan".

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Best wishes to him. Persevere.

    • @fiedel
      @fiedel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@iammorrison2925 Re-reading my comment, I was reminded that english ain't my native tongue, meh. I was referring to my 14yo self :)
      Luckily, nowadays also Ukuleles are vastly popular and available so it's no real problem for any child's or small hands to enjoy all of the stringed instrument pleasures.

  • @mywetaresocks_8959
    @mywetaresocks_8959 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    I have small fingers too! the only way i was able to overcome bar chord, is to find the right position and pressure, by picking tips that suit me from those youtube video, practice, practice and practice!

    • @Ken_James_SV
      @Ken_James_SV 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I also have short fingers, but not only that, my fingers refuse to straighten, They are curved (won't lay flat) and I had to adapt to playing bar chords with the side of my index finger. It looks awkward, it feels awkward, it hurts, but it works. I cramp up after about 20 minutes playing but it never stopped me from playing in my sons band a few times. It's worth the uncomfortable effort. 👍

    • @NYLazyme
      @NYLazyme 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I play the ukulele as it is more comfortable to play with small hands, even with it's compact size my index finger can beardly reach across the fretboard but it's enough to play all bar chords. Maybe you could consider trying the Uke it's a good alternative if your fingers just won't stretch enough to play bar chords in guitar .

  • @Jess-ev2ln
    @Jess-ev2ln 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    my fingers always mute some strings because they're so short and i cant get them to stop touching the strings under, but seeing you and how far youve come, i feel more motivated and confident that i can do it too. Thanks for the video!

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Keep practising Jess it will come-you just have to work a bit harder if you have short fingers.

  • @matrixmeditator
    @matrixmeditator 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Now imagine having small fingers like this man while missing your middle finger. That’s what I have to deal with. Like he says, persevere. :)

    • @machiel5888
      @machiel5888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Try Blackbird by the Beatles!

    • @matrixmeditator
      @matrixmeditator 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@machiel5888 will do. Just looked it up. Sounds fairly easy. Thanks.

  • @cIeigh
    @cIeigh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Awe, he seems so nice and replies to everyone, I can see his concerns. This person is awesome!

  • @polliwog5281
    @polliwog5281 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    This man seems like the sweetest most kindest person that any human would be happy with as a grandfather
    Also thank you because im trying to learn with short fingers 😌

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Thank you. Be determined and you'll do it.

  • @OfficieelBen
    @OfficieelBen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Well, I just watched this with Married Life from Up playing in the background. Would recommend.

  • @wolfishdash2955
    @wolfishdash2955 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    i didnt watch this for the guitar, i watched it because i saw a beautiful man on my screen, best 19 min of my life.

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you so much.What a lovely thing to say. It's a wonderful confidence booster when someone says something nice about you. X

  • @jasonmolinaro4520
    @jasonmolinaro4520 3 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I subscribed and I don’t even play guitar yet. Im 51 and never started because I felt my hands were to small. I am going all in now after this video.

  • @suttonmills4936
    @suttonmills4936 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I’ve been trying to learn guitar and my hands are so small... TINY! I’ve been PRAYING that someone else with small hands could help me and relate to my struggles. This is so helpful and on top of that you’re so cool and kind. Please keep making more videos! You’re amazing!

  • @michaelgibson4863
    @michaelgibson4863 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    What a pleasure it was to watch your video, Mr Morrison. This needs to be shared far and wide and not just with guitarists! Your warmth is exactly what the world needs right now.

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Michael. Best wishes. M

  • @gunnercobalt5919
    @gunnercobalt5919 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Ill speak for everyone here for all the people the disliked this video, you should be ashamed.

  • @NoDoSwLa
    @NoDoSwLa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    He took my last excuse...and now I like this gentleman even more. God bless

  • @TheMoneyMakingMentor
    @TheMoneyMakingMentor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I found you just at the right time I don’t have short fingers and I was having some issues changing chords and getting frustrated
    You made me to stay motivated

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      That's great Steve. Stick at it -you'll get tremendous pleasure.

  • @johnfredericks5561
    @johnfredericks5561 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This sweet man is using a guitar and short fingers to teach a wonderful life lesson to us all.

  • @garyclayton552
    @garyclayton552 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just started playing guitar again, have shortish fingers. Alway had trouble in past with chords,which eventually made me pact up. But just listened to you video, never going to give up again. Thank you

  • @johnvaresio3225
    @johnvaresio3225 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You sir are not a little chap...you are a Giant. Thank you for carrying me for 20 minutes. Especially after a rather tough day. 😊

  • @SomeSayApple
    @SomeSayApple 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    You're such a lovely and entertaining person. I think it's amazing that I can sympathize with you so well! Age, gender, continent, ... Nothing really matters ♥️ Thank you for sharing!

  • @stevenhibbitt6380
    @stevenhibbitt6380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    You,Sir, are a treasure! As a 68-year-old who has only been playing for two years and who also has short fingers, I know how frustrating it can be.

    • @jacksmith9788
      @jacksmith9788 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here. First guitar player on TH-cam who says he has short fingers and actually has short fingers. The others have no idea what having short, thick fingers is like.

    • @YewTher
      @YewTher 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I did the same, Jody. I am so Covid conditioned at this point, everything seems to be a response to it. But at least I have had more time with TH-cam and my guitars because I’m stuck at home.

  • @fragster2008
    @fragster2008 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This guy is such a star, he's got skills, he's got character, and he's got humour. What's not to love about him. My kind'a guy 👍

  • @Road_Rash
    @Road_Rash 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The way you play guitar with small hands is the same for people with big hands...practice...if you don't practice, it won't matter what size your hands are, you'll never be able to play the guitar...or any other musical instrument...with practice, you'll learn how to compensate for practically any percieved disadvantage....it's the discipline of practice that turns talent into ability...

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The more you practice the more you improve but if your fingers are not long enough to reach a note or chord you can practice till you're a hundred but you will never reach it -it isn't the same. I guess you have good length fingers. Best wishes.

  • @visitur4914
    @visitur4914 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Haha, this was great. After seeing you stretch for a G7, I realized I too often make mountains of molehills. My hands are certainly bigger than yours; maybe I should be worrying that my heart is too small, not my hand! I jest, of course. I will remember you and your encouraging words anf inspiring example next time I'm tempted to get discouraged in making music.

  • @uspx82
    @uspx82 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    we must protect this man with our life

  • @letsridehard
    @letsridehard 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What a wonderful and friendly gentleman. Watching his videos has such a calming effect. ❤

  • @carolbotelho5840
    @carolbotelho5840 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am a senior citizen who is returning to guitar since the 60s! Finally I can find guitars that I can play! I appreciate you!🎸❤️🌹

  • @user-ng5ns8cc7c
    @user-ng5ns8cc7c 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Im a beginner with long fingers but I’m watching anyway... need all the help I can get

    • @Jockeylotforfun
      @Jockeylotforfun 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Never give up! Music can enrich your life in ways you'd never imagine! Try some easy play alongs like America's "horse with no name" in E minor and A major.

  • @Matthew-j5e
    @Matthew-j5e 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I’m a ukulele player, which is a much friendlier instrument to small hands, but I’m learning guitar. Went looking for some tips, and not only was your video helpful and encouraging, but you also seem like an absolutely lovely person. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience!

  • @gsantini8518
    @gsantini8518 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You're adorable💖 I'm a tiny lady who took up the ukulele instead since my short fingers made the guitar hard to play but now gonna keep trying as you suggested and will definitely keep watching you👍

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love short ladies and we 'shorties 'should stick together and help each other.

  • @skeetersam
    @skeetersam 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello fellow short finger guitarist. I was just shy of my 9th birthday when the Beatles hit America. It was a wonderful time. I didn’t get a guitar until I was 13 and all I wanted to do was to learn a Beatle song so I could play and sing along with them. I’m still playing and singing those songs at 66. And, of course, other artists’ tunes. It’s a fun hobby and it’s great that you’re helping people learn the instrument. Thank you.

  • @docholiday3578
    @docholiday3578 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I am so glad I found this video. My day is now 100% better watching this precious man teach me how to play something that I have no idea how to play.

  • @kendrinkard1921
    @kendrinkard1921 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I was amazed by the comments on your video.
    I'm sixty now,have a little longer length set than you,
    but I am amazed at your
    attitude in general. At one point,sir,I fought off tears in comparing my life to yours,being a smaller man.
    God has certainly blessed you.

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My dear friend. Thank you for you lovely comments. Yes ,God certainly has blessed me. I am Small, bullied when younger, struggled quite a bit financially, had pretty awful health but I've got a fantastic wife, wonderful Children and grandchildren and I'm has happy as I could ever be. What I was given was an incredible determination to overcome the difficulties I had been given to deal with in life. I never quite made it as an entertainer and one day I might do a video of my somewhat unbelievable journey through life. God Bless You. M

  • @adrianmarklew2211
    @adrianmarklew2211 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a lovely chap. Music is a wonderful thing to produce or just listen to. It helps to us keep our spirits up. Cross cultural boundaries. Helps us all through life in different adversities. Toni Iommi (Black Sabbath) lost the tips of a few fingers in the steel industry as a young man. Made his own tips to add on to keep playing. Django Reinhardt jazz guitarist forth and fifth fingers badly burnt so played with what was left. Many more wonderful musicians. It was a pleasure to watch that video. Thanks for posting. I've tapped the bell😃

  • @pvsteadi
    @pvsteadi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    You, sir, are a treasure. These were the most unstressful 19 minutes and 15 seconds of my week so far. Sure, my fingers are on the short side and my beginner stage guitar playing is atrocious, so your advice is appreciated and will be applied. That said, the true joy of this video was your gentle manner of speaking and your sincere purity. I haven't seen your like since Mister Rogers and Bob Ross. I have subscribed to your channel and will follow you from now on.

  • @jeffreycrawley1216
    @jeffreycrawley1216 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Don't know why I watched this because MY middle finger is 3 3/4" long but you, sir, are a delight!
    You remind me of a kid I went to school with, Dave Belsey, who was an amazing piano player in spite of having short fingers. When asked how he managed it he simply said "I can move them faster than most!"
    Have a great 2021, keep on strumming!

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much Jeffrey.

    • @MrFroggyMan
      @MrFroggyMan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @illuminOz you must have small palm then my middle finger is 3 1/2 and my hand is 8 in

    • @MrFroggyMan
      @MrFroggyMan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @illuminOz i did mine underneath lol

  • @outthis4094
    @outthis4094 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    So much respect to this man! Im trying to learn playing the guitar by myself and I already got frustrated because of my short fingers, but now that I see you can do it I‘ll keep it up

  • @alisonbramma5365
    @alisonbramma5365 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What i would give to play guitar with you....made me smile so much! i have shorter fingers too and still struggle barring strings. What a lovely gentleman. i could listen to your stories of days gone by alone never mind your advice on guitar playing. Keep making us smile! much appreciated

  • @GloomyPookie
    @GloomyPookie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for inspiring me! I'm a self taught beginner guitar player and have short fingers as well. I've felt lonely with my guitar problems. Finally I've found someone who understands what I'm going through and knows how to deal with it.

  • @MrWopwink
    @MrWopwink 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    One of the most famous guitarists of all time played with just two fingers on his fretting hand

    • @HToothrot
      @HToothrot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Django Reinhardt

    • @reddash358
      @reddash358 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Also Jimmy Page played mostly with 3 fingers.

    • @MrWopwink
      @MrWopwink 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@reddash358 yes but he had five at his disposal

  • @vansylvester7340
    @vansylvester7340 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    thank you for your teaching
    "You must persevere and find solutions"
    thank you

  • @stufromoz8164
    @stufromoz8164 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wouldn"t say your a small chap I would say your a huge man who just happens to be somewhat .....vertically challenged......thanks for the inspiration mate.

  • @shelleysavage4411
    @shelleysavage4411 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Mr. Morrison, thank you so much for your wonderful video! My middle finger is only 2 3/4" and I knew I was struggling. I'm so encouraged to know that not only was I not imagining it, but that I can still successfully play guitar! You are a kind, warm, and charming gentleman. So glad to know you!

  • @joolz666
    @joolz666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    G'day from Australia! Thank you for this video. Your fingers are even shorter than mine and it's great to see someone without Jimi Hendrix-size hands telling us short, fat fingered people how to overcome guitar fingering problems, especially barre chords. Very informative. It seems to be all in the wrist and the palm shape. Wish I'd worked this out 30 years ago before bad habits and creaking joints kicked in. :-D Cheers. (P.S. I'd love to see a photo of you with long hair in your Beatles suit!)

  • @bigalb8935
    @bigalb8935 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The nicest gentleman I’ve seen on the tube . My wife loves when I say yes dear then she hits me over the head with a spaghetti dish ☹️

    • @iammorrison2925
      @iammorrison2925  3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thank you big Al. We don't eat Spagetti so my wife hits me with a bag of potatoes. I ain't half glad we don't eat Coconuts!

  • @conniechang
    @conniechang 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i’m so happy this came to my recommended, so sweet, thank you

  • @vicdeviking6356
    @vicdeviking6356 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a bostin bloke, I could sit and talk and listen to you for hours, thank you so much for this video, really made my night. I'm 67 and just starting guitar with smallish hands. All the best.

  • @kukladbob1
    @kukladbob1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Don't put yourself down guvnor! You're doing very well! quick, clear and talented much better than the next US president ! 👍

  • @OTOss8
    @OTOss8 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This video gives me hope Mr. Morrison. I always thought that having small hands meant learning the guitar was, uh, out of reach for me, but you've shown me that it might be possible.

  • @tomanderson798
    @tomanderson798 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just picked up a guitar after 35 years of telling myself I had the wrong style mitts to play. Well I guess it’s time to stop making excuses and just adapt and overcome. Thank you for the inspiration!! You are a true gem and sounds like you have a lot of grand children to teach.
    P.s. I can’t find the bell 😬

  • @kylewalker9062
    @kylewalker9062 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don’t necessarily have short fingers, but this video makes me wish I did so I can be like this legend Mr. Morrison here! Thank you for existing sir!

  • @RANDOG1951
    @RANDOG1951 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I never realized my fingers were short until I was 69 and trying to play guitar chords. Rock on Morrison.

  • @cutterstack5724
    @cutterstack5724 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a wholesome comment section

  • @christianjones7825
    @christianjones7825 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolute gold! Thank you for sharing.

  • @arabaaduah2682
    @arabaaduah2682 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Grateful for this small hand solidarity. Thank you for your service sir ✊