I saw Cream with Clapton play this live at the Grande Ballroom in Detroit. I don't know how to describe the power of the moment. I stood at the edge of the stage. I had a garage band at the time. The Grande hosted an absolutely unbelievable cascade of great acts. All the very best of the era. A lifetime reflection. Thanks, Chelsea, for your tribute to this great piece.
Was that show in '68; the "Farewell Tour"..if so, do you remember what guitar Clapton was playing that night?? I'm wondering if it similar to the red 335 Chelsea is playing, or a Firebird or Led Paul, that Clapton apparently took on that tour?
Chelsea, Spot on. You are an inspiration to any serious guitar player. I,m a 72 disabled Vietnam veteran. I kind of play Crossroads in a free form style. The Nice thing when I play. Mostly by myself. I am pain free. The guitar playing is the only thing that I can do. That is still normal. Glad I never quit playing. You continue doing your thing. I am proud of you. May God Bless{;-)
I didn't think any human could make this solo sound like Clapton with the same tone, vibrato and feel! You have proven me wrong! Great job, Chelsea! You are a real musician, not just a guitar player. I doubt Clapton played it this cleanly. All you needs is three stacks of Marshalls!
This is as accurate as you can get. One of the best on TH-cam that I have seen. It is amazing that no one can ever make an exact copy of a moment in time and music. The instruments used; the strings used, the amps used; the room in which it was played and the skin and structure of the musicians hands. That being said- this is really accurate! I love this solo. I think it is my all time favorite and I marvel that it was created improvisationally responding to 2 other musicians at the height of the considerable powers of all three of them. It is a masterpiece. Thank you for posting this!
@@donkloos9078 its not amazing why they can't its plainly obvious, but the rest of your comment is bang on and probably the best cover of the solos i've ever seen.
The 25 seconds between 2:06 and 2:31 comprise perhaps my favorite bit of pentatonic solo-age ever recorded, and your rendition was flawless. Thanks for the amazing tutorial!
Wow! You absolutely nailed this! I've listened to this solo countless times and I am blown away with how you got every detail bang on. Eric would be gobsmacked if he heard you replicate his work. Well done! There are a boat load of world class players who'd really struggle to do what you did and you made it look easy!
Unbelievably great!! I've never heard anybody redo this note for note because the timing is real tricky thanks to Baker's drumming. Eric couldn't replicate it like this and never went beyond it. He had a good inspirational day. Love the tone & vibrato!
Your vibrato is incredible... Clapton himself would probably be jealous if he ever heard this. Just discovered your channel, looking forward to more lessons!
he wouldn't as Chelsea nailed it to a T so really what we are hearing is claptons exact vibrato, well almost, that being said she plays these like she wrote them and that is rare.
Darn you, TH-cam algorithm! This showed up, I see, I like! Great job on the solo. Since childhood, this version of Crossroads is what pops into my head first and foremost. To me, it is THE definitive version. And Chelsea, you play it so well. Thank you for sharing this.
my first Clapton show was Aug. 3 1969 EC was playing the red 335. That particular instrument had a great vocal variety. I can see why it was one of his favorites.
fantastic chelsea ,I've been playing the song for over 40 years in bands ,doing the solo different every night , but i take my hat of to you chelsea what a lesson !!!
Great job Chelsea, playing one of the very very best solos by Clapton. Every detail is perfect and with great feeling. Bye the way, one of the best guitar solos in rock history.
How does this video have any thumbs down? This is hands down the best and most accurate cover of these solos on TH-cam. Fantastic job. I'm glad I found this video.
That was really terrific Chelsea. It's easily the best and most authentic version I've heard. Your breakdown into discreet parts makes a lot of sense as a teaching tool and is easy to follow. Thanks a lot for sharing.
Clapton is probably practicing on this video right now. If you read his autobio which is excellent by the way, he was losing his motor control back when he wrote it, which is why he started selling some of those guitars. He probably knows they are difficult to play anyhow, compare to a new PRS.
Alex Castro before any live solo, there is definitely some sort of foundation of what the guitar player wants to do. A lot of “feel” goes into it as well, that’s what takes it to a whole new level so who knows what Clapton was feeling when he played that legendary solo but it definitely wasn’t improvised
@@s550danny BTW, what you described is the definition of improvisation. Where the solos notes aren't preconceived, but made up at the spur of the moment to whatever the soloist is feeling at that time.
S550 Danny he absolutely improvised this. Every time he played crossroads the solo was different. Listen to their farewell tour! If he played even close to the same solo over and over live jack and ginger would’ve beat his ass no one wants to hear that
Chelsea it has been 7 years. I hope you are playing and doing what you enjoy. I have a whole bunch of respect for you. I use to get an occasional video of yours to watch but that hasn't happened in a long time.
I've been playing guitar for 44 years now and I'm trying to nail this, which has two of of the greatest solo's ever ever ever. Seeing the first part of this video lesson, where Chelsea plays the solo's in full, I could not help all the hair om my arms stand on end and I got shivers down my spine. Holy cow ! What a guitar player !
I'm a big Clapton fan and I think Crossroads is my favorite, but your interpretation is just incredible. I've watched this video numerous times and I think I enjoy it...and appreciate it ...more each time. Great phrasing and great tone. I just can't believe you were playing this through TWO Marshalls and cabs! I'd be deaf....😉 Thanks for sharing.
Fabulous job, and you make it look so easy. There is no live video of the original performance, so yours is the best chance to see the dynamics of Clapton's incredible performance up close. Thank you!
Awesome tone, awesome playing, congratulations Chelsea, often I feel so lonely playing these days when everything is rap or auto tune, it's so refreshing finding a young girl playing this great music with such devotion.
Damn...she NAILS IT!!! And not only that....she played it LIKE BUTTER!!! WOW. Not many can nail this exactly right. She made it look easy. Damn. Sweet licks girl. You got chops. No doubt!!!
I've never ever said "best ever" on a TH-cam comment, but your cover is the absolute best I have ever heard anyone play. Your bends and vibrato are dead dead dead perfect for Clapton's early style. I find most people struggle with that particular aspect of his playing. Really incredible job! I have spent a lot of time listening to the original and can play it pretty well, but nowhere near as accurately as you do. Just WOW.
Thank you so much for this! You have done a fantastic job of nailing this song. No easy accomplishment! When ever I hear Cream's version on the radio, it always puts a smile on my face. I consider this to be Clapton's finest solo of everything he's ever done. And this song holds the number one spot as the greatest blues rock song ever recorded in my book!
Wow! One of my favorite guitar solos of all time and you are absolutely nailing it! If i was just hearing the audio, i would swear it was Clapton. Keep rockin' Chelsea! You're amazing!
Amazing accuracy. I've looked at a bunch of lessons on these solos and learned something from each one, but it would have been a lot quicker if I came to you first Chelsea. Thank you!!
Man... you really carry the soul of classic rock in you! Something about the tone and playing.... brought a flash of high school days to mind. I just went "wow!" when you finished with that sudden stop. I always fuss over covers and often dislike videos, but this is exceptional.
thank you for this unexpected pleasure, chelsea. i would have never guessed that that second solo stayed on the seventeenth fret like you played it. again, thank you for this. great tone, great feel, great lesson. the world is better with you in it.
Hey, thanks Chelsea. This is enormous help. Going through it riff by riff at the moment with some tabs from a book but this video makes it so much more attainable.
The man himself. You know the video is good when Andy takes his time to leave a comment. I'm a big fan of yours and you're without a doubt the best guitar teacher on TH-cam.
Andy of "Shut Up And Play" called it. Your touch and finger vibrato is exemplary!! Your thousands of hours of diligent practice and playing have paid off!! Love to watch your playing!!!!!!
Wow. Just wow. This is hands down, the absolute best instructional video I have ever seen. I really hope you will make 2 more Eric Clapton ones - first, "Born under a bad sign" and, second - "Outside woman blues". "Crossroads" and these two so perfectly demonstrate the true lyrical genius Clapton achieved occasionally on the early Cream recordings. Clapton, as compared to numerous others, did a great deal more than just play the boxes. If one becomes proficient with the relative minor by learning the previously named songs, you will not only be able to play well but will understand the techniques involved with passing notes and all the things needed to be considered good and impressive as a player. You can go anywhere from here! Wow Chelsea!!!!!
As a player of 46 years I can't thank you enough for this content and your efforts. Your style of video here is just about perfect, Thank You Chelsea. Count me as a new Subscriber
Unbelievably great dedication, talent, and playing! Eric would be truly honored to hand this solo over to you at a live show. Go for it Chelsea! Best of luck, you are amazing!
Great way to do a lesson. Everybody has access to tab or knows the notes. Showing the hand movements and fingering cuts to the chase and makes this the most interesting lesson I have watched.
Chelsea, I'm coming to this after nearly 50 years of first trying to learn it. Now, with a new 'Whyte Blues Band' on the go, I'm going to learn it all over again and follow your note for note perfect instruction. Thanks much!
The precision and feel demonstrated here is really remarkable. It's wonderful to see, and the fact that you go through each lick step by step is so incredibly helpful. I've been studying this solo and this video is a great resource for me. Thank you so much.
amazing how she broke that lead down - Eric Clapton played that lead right off the top off his head never once played it the same - this girl is an amazing talent and very beautiful too -
The problem is not only the cleaning of the sound, but the emotions that music gives. This is that makes the difference between a guitar artist and a good guitar player
This is the best solo copy and lesson I 've ever met. I like your vibrato. Not only the guitar solo is good but also the backing track is good. Thank you for upload it.
Seems to me, Clapton's note selection over his dexterity makes this solo shine. While I can pretty much reproduce the dexterity part, I am awed at where he goes next every time I hear it. Thanks for breaking it down. Now, why can't I come up with something original and great? People like you and Eric sometimes make me want to throw my guitar in the trash can.
I'm just finding this in 2021! lol. I admit to chuckling a bit over your deadpan delivery Chelsea in the beginning, but my smile stayed out of surprise and then deep appreciation for your considerable talent. Your "chunking" approach with the lick breakdowns in review is superb. Now I have a (slim!) chance of duplicating the second solo with your guidance. Thanks so much for sharing.
This was alredy said, but I am going to repeat it: "The most complete and perfect version I've seen on youtube or anywhere else. You deserve a reward!"...
WOW. Chesea...you are my hero. That was absolutely perfect. It must be so much fun to achieve such a level of skill to be able to relax and make it look so easy...and to have the feel of the original is a rare gift. You are amazing. THANKS!
Spot on! My fave solo. I learned on a turntable 52 years ago. went through three albums just to get it halfway. You did it perfect IMHO. I knew nothing about music just had a good ear and a Gibson SG Standard 1966.
Great cover of the holy grail solo. Many of us never even attempt it. This and Clapton's Steppin' Out with the Bluesbreakers, two of the best guitar tracks ever recorded. Now I will get to work using your tutorial.
Holy cow I can't believe this has been on here for 2 years and I just found it, love your playing and I love that gibson you have there. Fantastic job.
Precise reconstruction of the solo- obvious dedication to your students and your mentors/role models, and to your craft! Love watching you play. And agree with others about the vibrato: lovely to watch those strings bend :-)
chelsea, your guitar playing is very good, .. i think this is the best "version" i have heard ... real ............. smooth, and precise. I am a guitarist with my fingers .... I just start with the pick ... and the way of thinking rock (in guitar, otherwise in my head that's all that) I heard this title for the first time on the radio in France. at the time when the disc came out .... I was 8 years old ..... I recognized in your guitar playing THE PRESENCE of clapton! and that is not given to everyone. , you are now my teacher ......... THANKS jerome
I saw Cream with Clapton play this live at the Grande Ballroom in Detroit. I don't know how to describe the power of the moment. I stood at the edge of the stage. I had a garage band at the time. The Grande hosted an absolutely unbelievable cascade of great acts. All the very best of the era. A lifetime reflection. Thanks, Chelsea, for your tribute to this great piece.
Was that show in '68; the "Farewell Tour"..if so, do you remember what guitar Clapton was playing that night?? I'm wondering if it similar to the red 335 Chelsea is playing, or a Firebird or Led Paul, that Clapton apparently took on that tour?
Chelsea, Spot on. You are an inspiration to any serious guitar player. I,m a 72 disabled Vietnam veteran. I kind of play Crossroads in a free form style. The Nice thing when I play. Mostly by myself. I am pain free. The guitar playing is the only thing that I can do. That is still normal. Glad I never quit playing. You continue doing your thing. I am proud of you. May God Bless{;-)
Her vibrato is fantastic. She makes Eric sound like a tube. I've seen various videos of her lessons and this is the real thing.
I didn't think any human could make this solo sound like Clapton with the same tone, vibrato and feel! You have proven me wrong! Great job, Chelsea! You are a real musician, not just a guitar player. I doubt Clapton played it this cleanly. All you needs is three stacks of Marshalls!
The best solo that replicates Claptons original live version. She makes it look easy. A lot of things going on in that solo.👍👍👍👍👍
This is as accurate as you can get. One of the best on TH-cam that I have seen. It is amazing that no one can ever make an exact copy of a moment in time and music. The instruments used; the strings used, the amps used; the room in which it was played and the skin and structure of the musicians hands. That being said- this is really accurate! I love this solo. I think it is my all time favorite and I marvel that it was created improvisationally responding to 2 other musicians at the height of the considerable powers of all three of them. It is a masterpiece. Thank you for posting this!
Totally agree.
@@donkloos9078 its not amazing why they can't its plainly obvious, but the rest of your comment is bang on and probably the best cover of the solos i've ever seen.
chelsea is truly an exceptional player. her vibrato is uncanny
This absolutely rips. The feel is right on.
Your vibrato is absolutely beautiful. No idea how to even begin practicing it that cleanly.
Best Crossroads demo and lesson on the planet! Thanks.
I am stunned.....one of my all-time favorite solos, and in fifty-plus years of playing, I've never even come close to this......well done!!
Clean and precise. Undoubtedly one of the world's best. How could anyone possibly do it any better. Definitely God given.
Justin Shields - Thank you so much for the kind words! I'm truly grateful!
@@ChelseaConstableGuitar 7 years later, I was about to say the same. Hugeeeee talent !!!
Nobody gave it to her. This was not free. Her hours of learning, practice and listening resulted in her ability and skill. Hard work pays off.
The 25 seconds between 2:06 and 2:31 comprise perhaps my favorite bit of pentatonic solo-age ever recorded, and your rendition was flawless. Thanks for the amazing tutorial!
You deserve some kind of award for your performance!! Your attention to detail is just amazing.
Wow! You absolutely nailed this! I've listened to this solo countless times and I am blown away with how you got every detail bang on. Eric would be gobsmacked if he heard you replicate his work. Well done! There are a boat load of world class players who'd really struggle to do what you did and you made it look easy!
Unbelievably great!! I've never heard anybody redo this note for note because the timing is real tricky thanks to Baker's drumming. Eric couldn't replicate it like this and never went beyond it. He had a good inspirational day. Love the tone & vibrato!
Your vibrato is incredible... Clapton himself would probably be jealous if he ever heard this. Just discovered your channel, looking forward to more lessons!
he wouldn't as Chelsea nailed it to a T so really what we are hearing is claptons exact vibrato, well almost, that being said she plays these like she wrote them and that is rare.
It's a great and accurate lesson but she put imho, too much vibrato than the original song. Try to listen both of them and compare. 🤔🎸
Outstanding playing. Just fantastic. Sounds EXACTLY like Clapton during the 60's. Perfectly nuanced.
Not sure that another comment praising you're playing could do justice! Beautiful tone! Beautiful Style! Brings great joy! Thank you
Your guitars and amp are just so beautiful to look at
Darn you, TH-cam algorithm! This showed up, I see, I like! Great job on the solo. Since childhood, this version of Crossroads is what pops into my head first and foremost. To me, it is THE definitive version. And Chelsea, you play it so well. Thank you for sharing this.
my first Clapton show was Aug. 3 1969 EC was playing the red 335. That particular instrument had a great vocal variety. I can see why it was one of his favorites.
You played those guitar solos so perfectly. I love you, Chelsea!!!
fantastic chelsea ,I've been playing the song for over 40 years in bands ,doing the solo different every night , but i take my hat of to you chelsea what a lesson !!!
The sound and phrasing that Clapton created for this song is absolutely incredible. A master piece. Good job, Chelsea.
Great job Chelsea, playing one of the very very best solos by Clapton. Every detail is perfect and with great feeling. Bye the way, one of the best guitar solos in rock history.
How does this video have any thumbs down? This is hands down the best and most accurate cover of these solos on TH-cam. Fantastic job. I'm glad I found this video.
That was really terrific Chelsea. It's easily the best and most authentic version I've heard. Your breakdown into discreet parts makes a lot of sense as a teaching tool and is easy to follow. Thanks a lot for sharing.
Clapton probably bookmarked this lesson. Amazing job.
Clapton is probably practicing on this video right now. If you read his autobio which is excellent by the way, he was losing his motor control back when he wrote it, which is why he started selling some of those guitars. He probably knows they are difficult to play anyhow, compare to a new PRS.
@@taterlysaladman9377
Wrote it???
Alex Castro before any live solo, there is definitely some sort of foundation of what the guitar player wants to do. A lot of “feel” goes into it as well, that’s what takes it to a whole new level so who knows what Clapton was feeling when he played that legendary solo but it definitely wasn’t improvised
@@s550danny
BTW, what you described is the definition of improvisation. Where the solos notes aren't preconceived, but made up at the spur of the moment to whatever the soloist is feeling at that time.
S550 Danny he absolutely improvised this. Every time he played crossroads the solo was different. Listen to their farewell tour! If he played even close to the same solo over and over live jack and ginger would’ve beat his ass no one wants to hear that
Chelsea it has been 7 years. I hope you are playing and doing what you enjoy. I have a whole bunch of respect for you. I use to get an occasional video of yours to watch but that hasn't happened in a long time.
I learned this solo from a magazine quite a few years ago and wanted to refresh myself. This video is perfect. Your tone is perfection.
I've been playing guitar for 44 years now and I'm trying to nail this, which has two of of the greatest solo's ever ever ever. Seeing the first part of this video lesson, where Chelsea plays the solo's in full, I could not help all the hair om my arms stand on end and I got shivers down my spine. Holy cow ! What a guitar player !
Crosswords one of my and I’m sure millions of others favorites. You were amazing.
I'm a big Clapton fan and I think Crossroads is my favorite, but your interpretation is just incredible. I've watched this video numerous times and I think I enjoy it...and appreciate it ...more each time. Great phrasing and great tone. I just can't believe you were playing this through TWO Marshalls and cabs! I'd be deaf....😉 Thanks for sharing.
Fabulous job, and you make it look so easy. There is no live video of the original performance, so yours is the best chance to see the dynamics of Clapton's incredible performance up close. Thank you!
I have never seen as accurate performance!!! Amazing
Awesome tone, awesome playing, congratulations Chelsea, often I feel so lonely playing these days when everything is rap or auto tune, it's so refreshing finding a young girl playing this great music with such devotion.
Wow, your fingering is incredibly smooth and articulate. You make it look so easy. Thanks for posting!
Damn...she NAILS IT!!! And not only that....she played it LIKE BUTTER!!! WOW. Not many can nail this exactly right. She made it look easy. Damn. Sweet licks girl. You got chops. No doubt!!!
I've never ever said "best ever" on a TH-cam comment, but your cover is the absolute best I have ever heard anyone play. Your bends and vibrato are dead dead dead perfect for Clapton's early style. I find most people struggle with that particular aspect of his playing. Really incredible job! I have spent a lot of time listening to the original and can play it pretty well, but nowhere near as accurately as you do. Just WOW.
There is that Dutch fella who nails it pretty good, may he rest in peace.
Still incredible... TC Electronic brought me back here all these years later 🙂
Thank you so much for this! You have done a fantastic job of nailing this song. No easy accomplishment! When ever I hear Cream's version on the radio, it always puts a smile on my face. I consider this to be Clapton's finest solo of everything he's ever done. And this song holds the number one spot as the greatest blues rock song ever recorded in my book!
That was the best covet of that solo I have ever heard. Thanks for the lesson. Your vibrato and Tone is pristine!👍
Marvelous job on the greatest blues guitar solo of all time.
Wow! One of my favorite guitar solos of all time and you are absolutely nailing it! If i was just hearing the audio, i would swear it was Clapton. Keep rockin' Chelsea! You're amazing!
Amazing accuracy. I've looked at a bunch of lessons on these solos and learned something from each one, but it would have been a lot quicker if I came to you first Chelsea. Thank you!!
This is the best I ever heard, you played this incredible solo not for note. Great Job!
Nailed it! I've been struggling with the solo for years. You've given me a clear direction to follow. Thanks!
Gave me goosebumps watching you play that! Awesome!!!
Excellent, Chelsea! As are all of your lessons. Keep on keepin' on!
It's the opening riffs at 2:53 that make that such a unique solo. Mix pf major + minor pentatonic
Man... you really carry the soul of classic rock in you! Something about the tone and playing.... brought a flash of high school days to mind. I just went "wow!" when you finished with that sudden stop. I always fuss over covers and often dislike videos, but this is exceptional.
thank you for this unexpected pleasure, chelsea. i would have never guessed that that second solo stayed on the seventeenth fret like you played it. again, thank you for this. great tone, great feel, great lesson. the world is better with you in it.
This is exceptional . Thanks I’m learning this for live & This is the best I’ve seen well done excellent
Girl, you are above und beyond!!!
WOW! This blew me away. You hit the bends SO PERFECTLY.
Hey, thanks Chelsea. This is enormous help. Going through it riff by riff at the moment with some tabs from a book but this video makes it so much more attainable.
Truly the best cover of this solo I have EVER heard!!!!
Nice job here Chelsea. Your bent string vibrato is REALLY nice! This is a classic solo that ALL rock guitar players need to learn. cheers
Nice work
Your vibrato is really nice, care to share the settings on that reverb/echo pedal?
The man himself. You know the video is good when Andy takes his time to leave a comment. I'm a big fan of yours and you're without a doubt the best guitar teacher on TH-cam.
Fantastic playing all so effortless and with spot on guitar tone to Clapton's rig at the time. What strings and string guages do you use?
Andy of "Shut Up And Play" called it. Your touch and finger vibrato is exemplary!! Your thousands of hours of diligent practice and playing have paid off!! Love to watch your playing!!!!!!
Wow. Just wow. This is hands down, the absolute best instructional video I have ever seen. I really hope you will make 2 more Eric Clapton ones - first, "Born under a bad sign" and, second - "Outside woman blues". "Crossroads" and these two so perfectly demonstrate the true lyrical genius Clapton achieved occasionally on the early Cream recordings. Clapton, as compared to numerous others, did a great deal more than just play the boxes. If one becomes proficient with the relative minor by learning the previously named songs, you will not only be able to play well but will understand the techniques involved with passing notes and all the things needed to be considered good and impressive as a player. You can go anywhere from here! Wow Chelsea!!!!!
Fabulous, thought I was listening to Clapton at 23 years of age!
As a player of 46 years I can't thank you enough for this content and your efforts.
Your style of video here is just about perfect, Thank You Chelsea.
Count me as a new Subscriber
Unbelievably great dedication, talent, and playing! Eric would be truly honored to hand this solo over to you at a live show. Go for it Chelsea! Best of luck, you are amazing!
great lesson, excellent tone, vibrato , feel, execution.
Great way to do a lesson. Everybody has access to tab or knows the notes. Showing the hand movements and fingering cuts to the chase and makes this the most interesting lesson I have watched.
Superb! You make it look easy which allows me to fool myself into thinking I could do it too! Great stuff 👍
Chelsea, I'm coming to this after nearly 50 years of first trying to learn it. Now, with a new 'Whyte Blues Band' on the go, I'm going to learn it all over again and follow your note for note perfect instruction. Thanks much!
Great technique. So relaxed and efficient.
One of the great female guitarists of the world.
this is not a solo - it's a speech consisting of wonderful sentences. well done. Oh I'd love to hear your material.
Young lady that’s the best Iv ever herd anyone play Eric’s superb solo
Chelsea is going to be the next big thing in guitar playing. Amazing!!!!
Never thought id see someone nail that solo so well. As already pointed out, your vibrato is something else...
The precision and feel demonstrated here is really remarkable. It's wonderful to see, and the fact that you go through each lick step by step is so incredibly helpful. I've been studying this solo and this video is a great resource for me. Thank you so much.
amazing how she broke that lead down - Eric Clapton played that lead right off the top off his head never once played it the same - this girl is an amazing talent and very beautiful too -
Very nice touch especially with right hand! Great job
The problem is not only the cleaning of the sound, but the emotions that music gives. This is that makes the difference between a guitar artist and a good guitar player
Really great job, Chelsea. It's perfect!
This is a fantastically done lesson, and your tone and technique are wonderful. Thanks!
This is the best solo copy and lesson I 've ever met.
I like your vibrato.
Not only the guitar solo is good but also the backing track is good.
Thank you for upload it.
Seems to me, Clapton's note selection over his dexterity makes this solo shine. While I can pretty much reproduce the dexterity part, I am awed at where he goes next every time I hear it. Thanks for breaking it down. Now, why can't I come up with something original and great? People like you and Eric sometimes make me want to throw my guitar in the trash can.
Eric created this solo on the fly, she is just mimicking it very well. True genious is Clapton's.
Your playing looks so effortless but it is fast , accurate and the best I have seen.
You are extremely talented.
amazing ! if i didn't see your fingers i 'ld think it's fake ! the note , the rythm and the sound are perfect !
I've said it before and I'll say it again...... the riffs are amazing but what blows my mind is remembering them all !
I'm just finding this in 2021! lol. I admit to chuckling a bit over your deadpan delivery Chelsea in the beginning, but my smile stayed out of surprise and then deep appreciation for your considerable talent. Your "chunking" approach with the lick breakdowns in review is superb. Now I have a (slim!) chance of duplicating the second solo with your guidance. Thanks so much for sharing.
Phenomenal lesson. As accurate as I have ever seen.
HI CHELSEA, WHAT A BEAUTIFUL RENDITION OF THIS HISTORIC ERIC CLAPTION SOLO. BRAVO!!!
This was alredy said, but I am going to repeat it: "The most complete and perfect version I've seen on youtube or anywhere else. You deserve a reward!"...
WOW. Chesea...you are my hero. That was absolutely perfect. It must be so much fun to achieve such a level of skill to be able to relax and make it look so easy...and to have the feel of the original is a rare gift. You are amazing. THANKS!
Awesome job. Killer vibrato! Keep on doin' what you do!
Great tone, great vibrato, great job
Just found your lesson video and definitely glad I did. Btw, your vibrato is insane!
Brilliant vibrato! So wide and smooth.
Spot on! My fave solo. I learned on a turntable 52 years ago. went through three albums just to get it halfway. You did it perfect IMHO. I knew nothing about music just had a good ear and a Gibson SG Standard 1966.
Thank you! This adds so many new iconic licks that can be used all through the sets
That is absolutely superb playing and accuracy, thank you.
Great cover of the holy grail solo. Many of us never even attempt it. This and Clapton's Steppin' Out with the Bluesbreakers, two of the best guitar tracks ever recorded. Now I will get to work using your tutorial.
Chelsea this is an amazing show of skill and a really well edited video! Thanks for posting.
Holy cow I can't believe this has been on here for 2 years and I just found it, love your playing and I love that gibson you have there. Fantastic job.
Perfect. No wasted time on which strings, notes or blah blah. Thank you!
Precise reconstruction of the solo- obvious dedication to your students and your mentors/role models, and to your craft! Love watching you play. And agree with others about the vibrato: lovely to watch those strings bend :-)
Your vibrato !! The 335 ...the Marshall ! This is the tone to die for
Inspirational
chelsea, your guitar playing is very good, .. i think this is the best "version" i have heard ... real ............. smooth, and precise. I am a guitarist with my fingers .... I just start with the pick ... and the way of thinking rock (in guitar, otherwise in my head that's all that) I heard this title for the first time on the radio in France. at the time when the disc came out .... I was 8 years old ..... I recognized in your guitar playing THE PRESENCE of clapton! and that is not given to everyone. , you are now my teacher ......... THANKS jerome