Believe it or not, Frank's family lived over the road from us in Aranda, Canberra, Australia. His bro' Nunzio was in my class at school; we were mates. I still remember with fondness and sheer bloody amazement, Nunz saying come over and have a listen to what Frank's doing now. He was 6 years old and played the Dead's 'Dark Star' with perfection. No surprises he's a global guitar alien; and god bless him that he nurtured the incredible gift he was born with.
that is pretty goddamn rippin...he's like, "I practiced this shit a long ass time, is why I'm so good...now go home and practice motherfucker...!!" is the vibe I'm getting from this..I fuckin love it
Vital Information at the IMAC theater in Huntington ... late 90s ... dont remember during which tune, but they did an extended blues solo section and Frank was literally making me feel like I was levitating out of my seat. It was unbelievable.
Frank is one of the greatest technicians to ever take up the instrument..yet such a nice, genuinely humble guy…that as much as anything makes him an inspiration…just awesome
This guy made sweep-picking an artform the same way Allan Holdsworth made legato an artform. I feel lucky that I shared this planet with people like this, for a little while.
That was ridiculous! What a legend. But more importantly, he doesn't lose the emotion, dynamics, or inflections, for the more bluesy parts. I need to practice more lol
The notes just flow from his body into the guitar. Even as a drummer I can really appreciate his musical talent just incredible. Thanks RB, this dude is a Legend
Met Frank at a guitar workshop at St Charles guitar exchange near st Louis ,what a humble legend he talked with us well after it was over ,he blew everyone's mind with his playing
I bet every guitarist saw that blues solo's and thought "Damn! How many great blues guitarists just dropped their jaws?" LOL Amazing playing! Saw him in lIsbon, on a masterclass sponsored by Ibanez and What I learned in about 1 and a half hours was priceless. Thank you, Mr Frank, and Thank you Rick for your video that reminded me that!
Love Frank. I met him at one of his many clinics, over the years. I worked at a music store in about 89 or 90 and we hosted a clinic, with Frank. He is an amazing player, and quite a personality. Thanks, Rick.
"People say I should grimace more" LMAO!!!!!!!!!😆 Seriously, Frank's musicianship and versatility are second to none. And the sheer joy he plays with is contagious! BRAVO!
I bought one of Franks instructional video's way back, learned a lot. When people talk underrated guitarists Frank is in that category too. He is right about the blues, something I don't think I have ever seen him play but he clearly respects.
Oh hell yeah.... Thats is something heard from a true legend level guitarist. The thought of getting beyond our physical limitations.. A beast to be tamed. Genius.
Frank Gambale is one of my favorite guitarists. I saw him in concert with Vital Information ( Tom Coster, Steve Smith and Baron Browne) and it was really revelatory. Check out Vital Information recordings particularly the double live album ( Tours around the World). A true masterpiece.
In addition, his video on modes is an eye-opening must have. Probably one of the simplest one on the subject, thus a revelation for the curious viewer.
Frank has been a huge influence on me. I first heard his playing on a Chick Corea record when I was eleven years old. I'd just starting playing and his style was so clean and musical. It blew my mind.
Frank continues and will continue to inspire the guitarists of history to be basically more "musical" to make music! It has a warmth and a great spirit, every time I listen to it, I have to run out to look for my guitar and it makes the inspiration flow, a total genius!
Frank is just something else and one the most unpredictable and exciting players still after all these years!!! I’ve never seen anyone else’s hands move like his, incredible!!!🙌🏽🤯🔥
I had the honor of meeting Frank at Club Iridium in NYC (maybe about 15 years ago). I have met a fair number of musicians in my life and Frank, by far, was the nicest, most humble gentleman I ever met.
It’s been about 34 years since I first heard Frank’s solo to Please Don’t Feel Bad on the Vital Information, and I’m so close to being able to play it all the way through. The way he plays over chord changes is technically masterful but also musical. His playing on that solo is my favorite, but I also love his funk rhythm playing on Sunday Afternoon.
Frank playing blues, what a revelation. For anyone lucky enough to have his album, 'Coming To Your Senses', there's a wonderful piece 'Up in Beechwood' that emphasises his really soulful touch.
I have a book with various arpeggio licks from monster players. Gambale's section is one of the most eye-opening. So much leading with upstrokes and sweeping with an upward pick slant, totally alien to me but it's getting more fluid. To me having that facility of leading with downstrokes/DWPS and comfortably switching to UWPS feels similar in concept to comfortably switching between drum patterns leading with the right or left hand.
Music is truly the universal language. From Franks playing to Ricks total understanding of theory it was like a conversation was going on back and forward that didn’t even need words. Excellent content. 👍
What an absolute beast, man knows his stuff inside out and plays with both chops and feel that come only from life. Mediocre player and haven't touched a bass in years but proud of myself for playing that entire set of blues turnarounds in my head without getting lost 😂
At 5:07 - 5:10 lick? I’ve seen frank play this lick in full on another video. I have NO idea if it’s from one of his songs. I’ve searched through franks guitar tutorials, and tutorials from guys playing frank gambale licks. Nobody plays this lick, I’m aware of. Starting with up stroke sweep high to low. Sick
Even though I was at G.I.T in 80s (when Frank was a teacher there) and was lucky enough to watch Frank every week up close (I started economy/speed picking and sweeping because of him) over time I still need to be occasionally reminded how truly amazing he is thanks for posting : )
I was lucky enough to see him live a few years ago, in his mature stage, and it was a pleasure to see how the craft of years gives him enough freedom to play what he wants, and how he wants; It's not just about going fast, it's about playing it musically. Quietness and pauses are just as important as quick notes.
Ever since I heard a bootleg of him and Kai Akagi, I had to get speedpicking. I remember how sloppy my sixteenth were at 120. Now I just love my slop. Thank Frank, you are one of the best.
So glad that the insipid third finger quick slide up and back on one fret has not crept into Frank's playing. But Frank is way beyond jumping onto the latest cliches, what a blend of musician and guitar player.
Believe it or not, Frank's family lived over the road from us in Aranda, Canberra, Australia. His bro' Nunzio was in my class at school; we were mates. I still remember with fondness and sheer bloody amazement, Nunz saying come over and have a listen to what Frank's doing now. He was 6 years old and played the Dead's 'Dark Star' with perfection. No surprises he's a global guitar alien; and god bless him that he nurtured the incredible gift he was born with.
What a gift 👍
Pro audio 🤭🤫
I always say playing NICE is a thing about talent.
Thanks for this. Could you please tell us something story more ?
Espectacular!
5:00 "I can play as fast as I want" - that's some end of level boss talk. And then he does it. Legend.
'It ain't bragging if you can back it up' - Jaco Pastorius.
You know your ego is healthy when it makes others smile.
After he made that remark he played the most meta human lick
that is pretty goddamn rippin...he's like, "I practiced this shit a long ass time, is why I'm so good...now go home and practice motherfucker...!!" is the vibe I'm getting from this..I fuckin love it
I found that quote really helpful and made some progress with my speed 👍😎
A guy that's honed his craft to perfection. He makes it look easy, because it IS easy...for him.
Frank's an icon!
The way he scrambles up blues patterns with genius inversions, reminds me of no one so much as Scott Henderson. Brilliant.
I've known Gambale for 35 years, and I had never heard him play the blues. What a joy.
"Blue Miles" is my favorite blues tune. Check out Frank and the rest of Chick's Elektric Band playing it live. Great stuff!
I know Jesus... Clown
Frank's awesome at blues and I didn't realise. Such soul and feel.
Vital Information at the IMAC theater in Huntington ... late 90s ... dont remember during which tune, but they did an extended blues solo section and Frank was literally making me feel like I was levitating out of my seat. It was unbelievable.
@@DanielVerberne FG's first 10 years of guitar was all Blues. John Mayall he especially liked in the 60s growing up.
Frank is one of the greatest technicians to ever take up the instrument..yet such a nice, genuinely humble guy…that as much as anything makes him an inspiration…just awesome
So many of the greats are(were), i think it's no small part of what's required to achieve true mastery.
This guy made sweep-picking an artform the same way Allan Holdsworth made legato an artform. I feel lucky that I shared this planet with people like this, for a little while.
And they make one album together
I was just thinking about early Van Halen and his infatuation with Holdsworth… Similar modal-style Virtuoso influence.
And they been playing the same brand guitar. Just two months before Allan passed away I met both of them at NAMM. 🙏🏻❤️🎸
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What an amazing comment.
The guy doesn't even need harmonies in the background, the sound is already there! 👏💪🤘
That was ridiculous! What a legend. But more importantly, he doesn't lose the emotion, dynamics, or inflections, for the more bluesy parts. I need to practice more lol
Frank is the benchmark for musical knowledge and technical finesse that all guitarists should aim at achieving.
Not really, he's way passed the benchmark
@@dennoowhe pushed the benchmark past everyone else LOL.
Yeah his tutorial videos are400 500 dolar like he is the only teacher😂😂
1:51 Rick's got that "i'm interviewing Frank Gambale look".
Frank is INCREDIBLE. I could listen to him all day. What a creative musician.
I love when Frank plays the blues. Wish he would do more of it.
I love how he just can't resist going off the deep end for a little bit just playing blues and then reels it back in again. Top notch!
The notes just flow from his body into the guitar. Even as a drummer I can really appreciate his musical talent just incredible. Thanks RB, this dude is a Legend
Frank Gambale is a guitar god - he is a fantastic artist and has it
Met Frank at a guitar workshop at St Charles guitar exchange near st Louis ,what a humble legend he talked with us well after it was over ,he blew everyone's mind with his playing
I love the recognisable warmth of Frank's tone.
FRANK is the Best! The thunder from down under, have gotten to see him live a few times. This interview is awesome! Thanks for your content Rick.
Frank Gambale is a virtuoso guitar player, no doubt about it. Hardly ever heard him play Blues and he sounds great here, too!!
A guy who can play his part and your brain fills in the rest of the band because he created it. Very special
Holy crap! That is simply amazing. Regardless of the speed or technique it is so soulful!
All these years I've been digging Frank.... and he stills does it. A gift for us.
I bet every guitarist saw that blues solo's and thought "Damn! How many great blues guitarists just dropped their jaws?" LOL Amazing playing! Saw him in lIsbon, on a masterclass sponsored by Ibanez and What I learned in about 1 and a half hours was priceless. Thank you, Mr Frank, and Thank you Rick for your video that reminded me that!
Frank has a very smooth & FAST style of playing the guitar 🎸 & one of the best I’ve ever seen ! 👍🏻
I have a "Guitar One" magazine with a Frank Gamble. It was him explaining his sweep picking technique. Had tablature also
The coordination between his left and right hand is insane.
Thomas Dutkiewicz
Connecticut
This guy has always been one of my favourites. Very humble man as well.
Love Frank. I met him at one of his many clinics, over the years. I worked at a music store in about 89 or 90 and we hosted a clinic, with Frank. He is an amazing player, and quite a personality. Thanks, Rick.
"People say I should grimace more" LMAO!!!!!!!!!😆 Seriously, Frank's musicianship and versatility are second to none. And the sheer joy he plays with is contagious! BRAVO!
I bought one of Franks instructional video's way back, learned a lot. When people talk underrated guitarists Frank is in that category too. He is right about the blues, something I don't think I have ever seen him play but he clearly respects.
2:50 starts where most people mentally melt down and beat themselves with their own guitar! Frank is tooooo funny!!!!
This man knows his voice leading, it's so evident in how with no backing you hear the changes in that solo.
Oh hell yeah.... Thats is something heard from a true legend level guitarist. The thought of getting beyond our physical limitations.. A beast to be tamed. Genius.
His playing with Chicks Electrik band was an eye opener for me as a kid….MONSTER
Anyone else just smiling and occassionally laughing at his shear talent ❤🤟
Yup
He is clean and precise
"Sheer", sorry :)
@DanielVerberne sorry. I'm gonna blame auto correct 😉
Smiling while SMH
Frank Gambale is one of my favorite guitarists. I saw him in concert with Vital Information ( Tom Coster, Steve Smith and Baron Browne) and it was really revelatory. Check out Vital Information recordings particularly the double live album ( Tours around the World). A true masterpiece.
In addition, his video on modes is an eye-opening must have. Probably one of the simplest one on the subject, thus a revelation for the curious viewer.
Blues (Extra changes) 2:42
His sweep rythm is world class, dynamics are clean as hell as well, very nice.
Love Frank, one of the all time best! One of the ultimate personalities on guitar. You always know it's FG when you hear him.
Frank has been a huge influence on me. I first heard his playing on a Chick Corea record when I was eleven years old. I'd just starting playing and his style was so clean and musical. It blew my mind.
Wow! Never seen anything like that. He just let's it flow! One of the greatest guitarist ever!
He love’s throwing those 1/2 step up chromatic runs in the mix with blues giving an instant jazz feel…love that trick using it a lot
I love it when somebody can show you notes you didn't even know were there.
Frank Gambale is truly a treasure.
It’s crazy how smooth he is
I met him at Brecon Jazz many years ago with Vital Information. Lovely guy to chat with and an incredible musician.
Watched this and immediately bought his blues course. Beautiful playing.
"You can't start with the tip"
Man, if I had a nickel for every time I've heard that...
Well I can make my guitar cry, she cries when she sees me coming to practise.
Yeah, I can my guitar to scream! “Stop playing” she says lmao
Lmao!
Probably the most musicality I have have ever seek Frank play in my life. He should play blues more often!
Frank is amazing indeed!
Frank continues and will continue to inspire the guitarists of history to be basically more "musical" to make music! It has a warmth and a great spirit, every time I listen to it, I have to run out to look for my guitar and it makes the inspiration flow, a total genius!
The flame on that top is something to behold ,,,
Such an incredible jazzer!
Wow! King of fusion shred. Thanks for sharing Mr Beato.
Rick is so happy in this video! Definitely the look of a guy meeting one of his guitar heroes.
That was just simply outstanding.
Frank is just something else and one the most unpredictable and exciting players still after all these years!!! I’ve never seen anyone else’s hands move like his, incredible!!!🙌🏽🤯🔥
Blues gets you beyond notes, scales, arrppegios you can find that soul and speak your heart.
I had the honor of meeting Frank at Club Iridium in NYC (maybe about 15 years ago). I have met a fair number of musicians in my life and Frank, by far, was the nicest, most humble gentleman I ever met.
He is simply incredible. How I wish I could know exactly what notes I can play over any chord, and play them with even one quarter of his fluidity...
He is a beast
“I can play as fast as I want”. It’s not even cocky coming from him…
Bcoz it's a f***ng true
I know! That’s why I find it funny, it’s just matter of fact
Holy fuck crazy to see you two on the same screen! Frank is a god.
Man, I was fortunate to have seen him play with Chick's Electric band back '86 when I was in College. Always been one of my favorite guitarists.
Frank has ALWAYS amazed me!!! Licks and TONE!!!
Sir Beato, please make more video with mr. Gambale. Thanks 🙏🙏
It’s been about 34 years since I first heard Frank’s solo to Please Don’t Feel Bad on the Vital Information, and I’m so close to being able to play it all the way through.
The way he plays over chord changes is technically masterful but also musical.
His playing on that solo is my favorite, but I also love his funk rhythm playing on Sunday Afternoon.
Frank playing blues, what a revelation. For anyone lucky enough to have his album, 'Coming To Your Senses', there's a wonderful piece 'Up in Beechwood' that emphasises his really soulful touch.
I have a book with various arpeggio licks from monster players. Gambale's section is one of the most eye-opening. So much leading with upstrokes and sweeping with an upward pick slant, totally alien to me but it's getting more fluid. To me having that facility of leading with downstrokes/DWPS and comfortably switching to UWPS feels similar in concept to comfortably switching between drum patterns leading with the right or left hand.
Music is truly the universal language. From Franks playing to Ricks total understanding of theory it was like a conversation was going on back and forward that didn’t even need words. Excellent content. 👍
Always amazing !
'The string is a beast' well put and agreed. Amazing guitarist.
"this is a beast...to overcome"
What an absolute beast, man knows his stuff inside out and plays with both chops and feel that come only from life.
Mediocre player and haven't touched a bass in years but proud of myself for playing that entire set of blues turnarounds in my head without getting lost 😂
At 5:07 - 5:10 lick? I’ve seen frank play this lick in full on another video. I have NO idea if it’s from one of his songs. I’ve searched through franks guitar tutorials, and tutorials from guys playing frank gambale licks. Nobody plays this lick, I’m aware of. Starting with up stroke sweep high to low. Sick
Even though I was at G.I.T in 80s (when Frank was a teacher there) and was lucky enough to watch Frank every week up close (I started economy/speed picking and sweeping because of him) over time I still need to be occasionally reminded how truly amazing he is thanks for posting : )
I was lucky enough to see him live a few years ago, in his mature stage, and it was a pleasure to see how the craft of years gives him enough freedom to play what he wants, and how he wants; It's not just about going fast, it's about playing it musically.
Quietness and pauses are just as important as quick notes.
"I'm not warmed up yet..." plays an amazing lick.
no more comment about one of the best guitarist+one of the best gtr teacher ever exists on this planet,but,frank gambale is extremely amazing
It's not so much how difficult it is, but how amazing it is. FG never ceases to blow my mind.
Just insane notes selection in the played phrases..not possible not to love it...
Love musicians who always play a melody even when practicing. You can hear the key changes in his solos.
Rick, this was just killer!
The music world is way better when you come across an excellent Frank Cambale video!!!
I am humbled, I love Frank Gambale already but seeing him demonstrate it so casually blows my mind!
Ever since I heard a bootleg of him and Kai Akagi, I had to get speedpicking. I remember how sloppy my sixteenth were at 120. Now I just love my slop. Thank Frank, you are one of the best.
Guauuu! Qué maravilloso guitarrista es Frank, talento y feeling al interpretar. Gracias Rick por compartir. Saludos a ambos 👍🏿🇲🇽
Frank is the best of the friggin' best😁
"this is a best to overcome" True MASTER
He is the master of sweep.
awesome touch !
This channel is a real fun one, Rick. Very cool segments. Keep 'em coming!
Saw this guy play live with Return To Forever. Excellent!!!
So glad that the insipid third finger quick slide up and back on one fret has not crept into Frank's playing. But Frank is way beyond jumping onto the latest cliches, what a blend of musician and guitar player.
Frank is the only guitarist i can listen to all day everyday no problem.
Rick, you're sitting with the best of the best lately. What a great show it's become! Will you sit with Greg Howe one day, please?
Amazing. I don't think anybody has more control over the guitar than Frank G.
His modes tutorial are the vest ive seen to date. Great teacher.