Darrel Scott is a national treasure . . . and I love it that HIS favourite songwriter was our Gordon (Lightfoot). But I could listen to Mr. Scott all day long - and often have.
Absolutely wonderful voice! Love to watch him and his fretboard work (mastery), He doesn't play. He doesn't perform. He FEELS the music and communicates, soul to soul! It's the way music should be. I can't seem to get enough of Darrell Scott! At 65, playing guitar for 55 of those years, I can say I 'want to be like him when I grow up'!.
My preferred rendition of a song I love. The Sobell guitar is fascinating, like the best of all worlds, a bit like an old small bodied Gibson LG 05, but somehow (and I could not say how) having the richness and punch of a much larger instrument. Darrell Scott is a one-of-a kind guitarist, singer and composer, what a treat listening to what he's doing.
He could sing "Mary had a little lamb" and I'd still be impressed as soon as he starts flat picking. His personal musical prose evokes an emotional response most performers seldom achieve.
I never knew what Daryl Scott was all about till just this morning. A couple years back I stumbled across his version of “American Tune” while streaming that old bluegrass show I used to listen to when I lived in D.C. I downloaded it, stuck it in my collection, love it still. Then I caught a TH-cam vid about 6 months back, Scott live with some mandolinist, I think, forget who exactly. It was okay. Then I today happen to catch this. Lord, oh, lord, what HAVE I been missing all these years? THIS is Daryl Scott?? Well, it’s manna from above, it’s like they dug up a whole new play by Shakespeare, a new novel Mark Twain had written and stuck in a drawer. Wow. What a soothing balm for the week I had to say goodbye to John Prine, to find an old friend I never knew I had. We’ve got a lot of catching up to do.
I have been trying to play guitar using both pick and fingerpicking, I think they call it "Hybrid picking", when I first saw Waylon do it (I think it was Waylon). And I agree with you that Mr. Scott is just a wonder at it. He's just so exceptional in both his singing and his picking.
What impresses me about a video of an excellent picker like Darrell Scott done by a resource that focuses on Acoustic Guitar is just how flippin' much Mr. Scott relies on the strength and accuracy of his left hand pinky finger. I mean, that finger is pretty much the core of this man's music, it seems. How cool is it that we got a video of HOW to play the music? Thank you Acoustic Guitar!!!
So happy to run across this guy. Each song was a gem, and I thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated his comments in between songs. The issues resonate with family matters and history (mining and Woody Guthrie). Well crafted songs, nice guitar! Will look for more of you, Darrell!
Man, I am almost willing to to forego the hazards of returning to the US, just to see this man, live. I probably should've just "went" home. So it goes. Long may you run, Darrell.
Sometimes I catch myself thinking I'm a good guitar player. Then I watch one of those I admire play, and I get slammed back to earth realizing I'm garbage.
I wonder if this song existed and just waited for him to sharpen his skills enough to express it the way he does. And I would guess he wrote this song in less than 15 minutes.
11 people are in the wrong place hopefully at the right time. I can see it now....you thumb downed this video?!.....we can no longer be friends or family.
What are you talking about?? I guess you don't actually play guitar, else you'd spot the countless different chord inversions he throws in, and all the little fills. There is NOTHING weak about his playing.
Ohh yes he is a fabulous guitarist and song writer, I have been following Darrell for years, it's that GUITAR I was referring to, it is NOT a boomer.. He usually plays some very great sounding guitars like in this video: th-cam.com/video/fVlIzr5qfAY/w-d-xo.html -- I've played guitar since age 8 and owned just about every make on the planet! Life is Good.. I love this version of Harlan, and listen to the difference in this guitar ! th-cam.com/video/ZtSLMGc4VSA/w-d-xo.html
He's mic'ed much more effectively in the video you attached. I've heard several examples of him playing that Sobell that are awesome. Your sound tech can make or break you.
Darrel Scott is a national treasure . . . and I love it that HIS favourite songwriter was our Gordon (Lightfoot). But I could listen to Mr. Scott all day long - and often have.
Absolutely wonderful voice! Love to watch him and his fretboard work (mastery), He doesn't play. He doesn't perform. He FEELS the music and communicates, soul to soul! It's the way music should be. I can't seem to get enough of Darrell Scott! At 65, playing guitar for 55 of those years, I can say I 'want to be like him when I grow up'!.
This man has an encyclopedic knowledge of chord shapes. Absolutely outstanding.
I hate how under appreciated he is like he writes all these amazing songs and big artists come in and take all the recognition, it honestly upsets me.
The greatest to ever do it by a very wide margin
You'll never be disappointed with Darrell Scott
My preferred rendition of a song I love. The Sobell guitar is fascinating, like the best of all worlds, a bit like an old small bodied Gibson LG 05, but somehow (and I could not say how) having the richness and punch of a much larger instrument. Darrell Scott is a one-of-a kind guitarist, singer and composer, what a treat listening to what he's doing.
There just isn't a finer musician or songwriter on the planet today, no matter the genre, and he can play them all.
He's an old friend and his music soothes my soul. I'll never love anyone's playing and voice more.
Just discovered Darrell Scott yesterday. I can't stop listening to him! I'm going to learn this song if it's the last thing I do.
The very definition of a (nearly) unknown master. This music is astoundingly complex, meaningful and moving….. thank god tim o’brien led me to him…..
Saw him at The Triple Door, in simpler times. Best show I have ever attended in my life. I still think of that show often.
I have yet to see him live. I'm eager for it to happen.
This is awesome - great hybrid player and songwriting.! Thank you for lesson! Peace be with you!
He could sing "Mary had a little lamb" and I'd still be impressed as soon as he starts flat picking.
His personal musical prose evokes an emotional response most performers seldom achieve.
My fav of Darrell's songs
The intimacy from this session, priceless.
Love you Darrell ! :)) x
A Memory Like Mine-- What a song! The power of the lyrics came from his father. Amazing.
Wonderful singer/songwriter. I can’t believe I have just discovered this hugely talented man. Was watching FX series “Justified”.
Just saw him at the 30A Songwriters Festival in Destin, FL. FANTASTIC!!
I never knew what Daryl Scott was all about till just this morning. A couple years back I stumbled across his version of “American Tune” while streaming that old bluegrass show I used to listen to when I lived in D.C. I downloaded it, stuck it in my collection, love it still. Then I caught a TH-cam vid about 6 months back, Scott live with some mandolinist, I think, forget who exactly. It was okay. Then I today happen to catch this. Lord, oh, lord, what HAVE I been missing all these years? THIS is Daryl Scott?? Well, it’s manna from above, it’s like they dug up a whole new play by Shakespeare, a new novel Mark Twain had written and stuck in a drawer. Wow. What a soothing balm for the week I had to say goodbye to John Prine, to find an old friend I never knew I had. We’ve got a lot of catching up to do.
He makes the damned thing sound like a 12-string. This man is my god.
Great Songs! Awesome voice and guitar picking! Love it!
He has The Gift! This is absolutely incredible in the beginning, and just keeps getting better.
His chords are so beautiful. His style of using a pick with finger picking is unique.
I have been trying to play guitar using both pick and fingerpicking, I think they call it "Hybrid picking", when I first saw Waylon do it (I think it was Waylon). And I agree with you that Mr. Scott is just a wonder at it. He's just so exceptional in both his singing and his picking.
It’s just a simple hybrid technique. Great way to play technically difficult parts on some songs.
@@Halffastpaddler yep, hybrid picking. It’s hard to master.
Amazing talent
Missing you in Lyons,Rythum on the Rio is another you are wanted at. Praying for flood victoms.Doug&Elvis"RIP".
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I must of listened to and watched this a 100 Times, thank you, it's an eduction in life.
What impresses me about a video of an excellent picker like Darrell Scott done by a resource that focuses on Acoustic Guitar is just how flippin' much Mr. Scott relies on the strength and accuracy of his left hand pinky finger. I mean, that finger is pretty much the core of this man's music, it seems. How cool is it that we got a video of HOW to play the music? Thank you Acoustic Guitar!!!
Oh, Darrell, your words and music move me :) Thank you.
Darrell is a national treasure!
Very soulful voice and fine guitar playing. Reminded me of Lowell George of Little Feat.
Love this guy.
what a monster performance!!! this gave me chills!!!
Having worked in the power plants in the TVA (Tennessee Valley Authority), I know exactly what he's singing about.
at 8:13 how he casually drops in Guy Clark... and a zoon.... GUY CLARK!!!
Darrell Scott, you're a legend
incredible delivery.
Saw him play in a cave in TN, great venue and great performance
So happy to run across this guy. Each song was a gem, and I thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated his comments in between songs. The issues resonate with family matters and history (mining and Woody Guthrie). Well crafted songs, nice guitar! Will look for more of you, Darrell!
Darrell's great. TH-cam's ads are very annoying.
Man, I am almost willing to to forego the hazards of returning to the US, just to see this man, live. I probably should've just "went" home. So it goes. Long may you run, Darrell.
A great singer and musician
Wonderfull!
Best stories ever.
Breathtaking, period
Just superb...
A great, rich voice.
really nice!....bravo!
Wow! Genius
Didnt knoww this song has such wonferful story.
Sometimes I catch myself thinking I'm a good guitar player. Then I watch one of those I admire play, and I get slammed back to earth realizing I'm garbage.
Not garbage, Alexandre. Just not Darrell. I've got the same problem.
I empathize, but your playing is yours, no one can touch it. Keep playing . .
Very nice
Genius!
Love it man
Top notch!
Sehr gut Handgemachte ehrliche Musik.
Great!
Great performance. That guitar needs someone like DS to make it sound that good.
Reminds me of Town Vansant.
With his song writing yeah but with the style not so much
Просто очень классно!!! Этого не хватает на российской сцене
I wonder if this song existed and just waited for him to sharpen his skills enough to express it the way he does. And I would guess he wrote this song in less than 15 minutes.
Darrell seems like a very serious guy....
Wow if this guy just keeps on practicing and working hard he might just make it someday... ;-)
That is ASSUME!
11 people are in the wrong place hopefully at the right time. I can see it now....you thumb downed this video?!.....we can no longer be friends or family.
Now I am curious about what his banjo playin great grandfather did that was so awful?
The music is beautiful; the shirt--not so much.
LOL
We dug coal together
man, that guitar is very WEAK, I love me some Darrell Scott, but that box sucks..
What are you talking about?? I guess you don't actually play guitar, else you'd spot the countless different chord inversions he throws in, and all the little fills. There is NOTHING weak about his playing.
Ohh yes he is a fabulous guitarist and song writer, I have been following Darrell for years, it's that GUITAR I was referring to, it is NOT a boomer.. He usually plays some very great sounding guitars like in this video: th-cam.com/video/fVlIzr5qfAY/w-d-xo.html -- I've played guitar since age 8 and owned just about every make on the planet! Life is Good..
I love this version of Harlan, and listen to the difference in this guitar !
th-cam.com/video/ZtSLMGc4VSA/w-d-xo.html
He's mic'ed much more effectively in the video you attached. I've heard several examples of him playing that Sobell that are awesome. Your sound tech can make or break you.
think this guitar has a sweet sound, it's the mic placement .
Wish I could sound that “weak”