Mind blown by Uncle Larry yet again. 4 beats into the song "Sounds like a 4 chord." Writes it in pen. Uncle Larry is playing chess and I'm playing checkers. Great video.
Always interesting, never boring. Much respect Uncle Larry. Your statement at 2:37 reaffirms my belief that: "Never leave Spontaneity to Chance" belongs on a T-shirt..
I had to watch this twice because the first time I kept focusing on the fact of how bad I wanted to cut those hairs that kept poking you in the eye! Great stuff as usual!
Thank you Uncle Larry for this lesson. It was mind blowing. I watch guitar lessons and videos constantly, but you shared elements of things I have never been exposed to before. This video add another brick to my pathway. You are a sage.
This was so helpful to me, and I hope others, Tom - I'm gonna go practice this on Country Top 10. My ears have been getting so much better following your channel. Thanks brother.
Uncle Larry, this was such a cool class. Concept was a huge success. So practical and great insights. I remember how hard you worked preparing for Ann's songs. The precision was incredible. Jim Kingshott, an accomplished English furniture maker, used to say, "As soon as you say 'That's close enough.', you've admitted it isn't." Also a very cool camera angle, showing some awesome football cards. Also again, in Bakersfield in the 1960s, we used to walk to school in very dense fog. It was fun to watch the car tail lights disappear so close to us on the sidewalks and dirt shoulders. (Moms today would have a fit.) Then someone got the bright idea of "Fog Days", where they would delay school starting until maybe 10:00. It was heaven for us kids! We just played football or something in the neighbors' yards and had a blast. Great disturbance to the routine.
I hear ya man. Here in W-NY they never cancelled school till the bus's were pushing snow with their bumpers!! Now days if the janitor farts they close the school!! I think we were tougher kids back then! LOL --gary
Words of wisdom from experience. The best teachers are comfortable and transparent sharing their knowledge and methods because they have nothing to fear. Thank you for the sage words of an experienced session man. I appreciate the view into the inner workings of a professional musician. For us students we still have to take this and put in the hours of work and practice. the young players at least have an idea for an approach to pave their own way. I can see how this can help someone even if they are kids learning cover songs with their buddies.
Thanks for validating the 63 years I've been playing guitar. I write arrangements the same way, use clear plastic sleeves and a ring binder and I thought I was the world's biggest procrastinator. Loved the video man!😎
I played a show with Jerry Scheff where his charts were all over the floor like newspapers blowing down the street :) I was impressed how he held it together, but the greats all do. Cool stories bro.
When you were talking about the level you have to prepare the first thing that popped into my head was, what if you had to prepare for Zappa. Saw him twice in the 80's. Amazing.
Hey Buko. This was undoubtedly the most interesting guitar video featuring no guitar I’ve seen. I also enjoyed seeing another side of Lil Tommy… literally. Cool seeing another angle of Buko Estates. Maybe a home tour sometime? Have a great gig Tom. Your pal in Boston, Darin
@@501chorusecho A tour of my 600 square foot pad would be pretty boring and a little embarrassing. That said, it might be an excuse to clean. Your pal in Boston, Darin
This is a kool video. Not looking to play live as a guitarist because that ain't me but this is super handy for the gigging guy. fortunately, as a drummer i can fake pretty well.
Your gig prep routine is very similar to mine (I play mostly saxophone and bass, but have been studying guitar with you for a few years now haha). I definitely like to err on the side of over-preparedness for my sax gigs. I should say when I’m hired to play bass, the level is ALWAYS a 10. The bass player has to know the tunes cold. Thanks as always for being cool as hell, Tom!
Like Marcus Miller (clarinet/sax the same?) I often fill in on those instruments too. Like to explore why you’re level 10 on bass vs horn. Is it a more complex musical style you’re playing, passing notes, or just syncing with BD? All of the above?
As the bass player you have to nail the changes or its super noticeable and can rally fuck up the tune. As a horn player, of course you want to get the tune right too, but I find there’s more leeway in that section vs. the rhythm section. Just my experience. Like Tom says in the video, different gigs have different levels of pressure. I get calls for a lot of casual jazz gigs on saxophone that leave a lot of room for interpretation. A lot of times very little or no prep is needed.
This is a super look behind the scenes for us rookies, thanks! Great tip on the plastic sleeves for the charts - an improvement COULD BE to flip them so that the opening is on the bottom. That keeps any rain/moisture from getting in through the top. I've done it - it works.
Hey Unc! It’s been a while since I have written to you. you made the statement early on in your vid that most of your vids are just ramblings…etc. I just have to say that, even though you may not use much preparation normally for your vids you always bring something useful and intelligent for us to glean. Do not sell yourself short. Your stuff is like gold to a guy like me. Anyway, just wanted to say hello. Glad to see that you were well.!
A good mate of mine started a charting business (Chart surgeon/Earworm Music) and digitised his version of the "Chart Book" and put it all in cloud storage so he can access them from anywhere at any point, not gonna lie he's proven me wrong by pulling up those charts on more than one occasion. Gonna show him this video. Love your stuff mate thanks for the awesome video
That was very interesting Tom thanks for sharing, to get a wee insight into how a top pro works is fascinating, your generosity in sharing is astounding so thanks isn't enough. 🏴👍👍👍🥃Respect to you mate, if you ever make it to Scotland I'll buy you a wee dram or 10.
Hey Tom! Thanks for the insight into how you prepare for a gig. Especially your explanation on how you chart out a song. Also, what you said about putting songs on in the background while you’re doing something else to help learn them, is something I’ve done myself. It really does help the song seep into your subconscious. These insights are why you’re my favorite guitar TH-camr. Thanks!
I love the faces people make when they ask us what tunes we are going to play and I tell them; "No idea. We are a live improv Stoner band. We'll get on stage with a couple of beers and see what comes out" And that is what we actually do. We have a couple beers and get on stage to see what comes out 🤣
Well, watching you chart out that song with ease confirms something for me - no short cuts to proficiency. Experience is priceless. And that darn theory stuff....
Oh man..!! You’re all calm and holding up football books.. I be like runnin around..sweatin.. “ I GOTTA GET THIS SHIT DONE MAN..!!! Aaaggghhhhhh…” heh..
Hey Tom. Interesting episode! Can you reflect a bit on what it’s like being a pro musician and father of two and how you manage to balance your work and family life? It looks like you’re very busy and as a result sacrifices need to be made, but what are your thoughts?
Yeah, binge and purge approach. Cram it in just prior to the gig, dish it out while it's fresh, on to the next gig... Definitely depends on the gig, for sure. Lovin' your channel. PBj, -Du.
[What is this "chart" sorcery? I passed Music Theory in college with a C only using my ear. I wish I knew the Ancient Mystery School Sorcery of the Nashville Sesh Charts. What about those massive FAKE BOOKS from the 70's and 80's? Great channel, awesome content. Love this channel. I'd like to donate a day's supply of beer but I'm not sure what the Damage is.]
"service to (My) Humanity " - the piece of gear I pack first and ALWAYS are my ER15 ear filters. I have been directly in front of 7 horns in an R&B / disco format - doing all that Nile Rodgers - or I'm inescapably next to Quasimodo on the kit - she/he went deaf long ago on the crash and snare. Often only one ear needs the filter and I place my amp on the open ear side - and I'm happy.
great vid! in 2 bands and the easier the better.....headed to nashville soon with Travis Reid Ball and the Trouble (im a new member, play rhthym - stage name Clay Waco). late april and early june. ive watched your vids from the beginning. hope to see you play when im out there. spending a couple extra days each time this is your boy from CLE residing in CLB ohio.....in CLE we had school unless you couldnt open the front door! lol!!
Speaking of missing school, I remember coming home from school during the 77-78 blizzard. I parked myself in my room and listened to my Kiss albums, lol
Tom, did you used to tour the midwest on the sport show circuit in the 90s backing Tommy Cash, Tommy Roe ect. Duluth, Cedar Rapids, and LaCrosse? We may have partied a bit after the show a couple of times.
Thanks Larry! Great insight.. My usual default is putting my heart and soul into prep because I want to do my best BUT this video gives me a much better perspective.
This reminds me of a chart i once saw by a friend here in town. She wrote the lyrics to Mr. Sandman and wrote 'Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum' twice!
There is my favorite Yuengling Lager from Pottsville. I used to love that beer until I became allergic to beer and wine about 15 years ago. (Shell fish shells(chitin) is sprinkled into the vats and allowed to lower to catch yeast particles left in the fermented liquid. The clean beer or wine is then siphoned off the top.
This type of lesson is what I'm looking for and is only offered on this channel. Thank you Uncle Larry for always providing what really matters to the Home Skoolers.
Even if they closed the school my father would bring me anyways. He would tell me go sit with the janitor. You're not staying home all day.
Mind blown by Uncle Larry yet again. 4 beats into the song "Sounds like a 4 chord." Writes it in pen. Uncle Larry is playing chess and I'm playing checkers. Great video.
And I'm here playing tic-tac-****ing-toe 🤣
Everyone get va.ccinated because uncle boomer sais its totally safe!
It's just mind-reading. That's all.
meh
Charting a song so easily is mindblowing. It really shows your experience and professionalism. Great video.
That was my thought, too. The "standard harmony rule" is second nature to Tom.
I was 100% anticipating the story of why to always laminate charts would end with spilled beer not gust of wind! Thanks so much for the channel!
Ditto
Same
Add me to the list
@@tomcoryell I thought he was going to say Bong water...or beer.
😂 exactly what I was expecting!!
Tom, this is very helpful, thank you!
Uncle Larry and the Gig Rig, man this episode was full of primo insight from the greatest uncle in the world.
You could do a whole series on charting songs. You have a Rick Beato ear to so easily pick out those Sus chords. Loved this one.
Great to hear and see this wee tutorial.
Always interesting, never boring. Much respect Uncle Larry.
Your statement at 2:37 reaffirms my belief that:
"Never leave Spontaneity to Chance" belongs on a T-shirt..
Michael ain’t giving up. I’m with you man!
“Rambling on for 15 minutes about nothing like I usually do” is what we show up for!
Indeed...
The greatest live show of MY life was you at 3rd and Lindsley.
Me too
I been playing guitar all my life and that sheet might as well been written in Latin. Very interesting Tom, thanks. Very informative video.
Mind blown. Been learning songs for 40 years and it takes me forever to work out a song. Mad respect uncle Larry.
I’ve been playing for over 30 years and have never even considered attempting to chart a song without a guitar in my hand. You’ve blown my mind!
This is another reason why you are a Beast !
Dude i always wondered what they ment glad u read along the chart with us thanks uncle Larry
Cool to watch you chart that out on the fly man, thanks!
Thanks. Learned a lot 🤙🤙
Holy SHIT! I had that book! Unbelievable!!!
Thanks bud
Nice insight
Super cool episode! Thanks for the concept and sharing your experience!
I had to watch this twice because the first time I kept focusing on the fact of how bad I wanted to cut those hairs that kept poking you in the eye! Great stuff as usual!
Once again, thanks Tom!
- That song sounds like a traditional 70’s soft rock tune. Sounds so soothing. Great stuff.
❤righteous, interesting and thoughtful offering editing to add: pretty amazing to behold
Fantastic stuff Uncle Larry!
Cool to see how you do it. Good to be busy.
Thanks, man. This kind of candid stuff helps a lot. Cheers.
Thank you Uncle Larry for this lesson. It was mind blowing. I watch guitar lessons and videos constantly, but you shared elements of things I have never been exposed to before. This video add another brick to my pathway. You are a sage.
Glad to see Tom. Thanks for all the valuable tips.
This was so helpful to me, and I hope others, Tom - I'm gonna go practice this on Country Top 10. My ears have been getting so much better following your channel. Thanks brother.
Thanks for another great lesson Uncle Larry!
Uncle Larry, this was such a cool class. Concept was a huge success. So practical and great insights. I remember how hard you worked preparing for Ann's songs. The precision was incredible. Jim Kingshott, an accomplished English furniture maker, used to say, "As soon as you say 'That's close enough.', you've admitted it isn't." Also a very cool camera angle, showing some awesome football cards. Also again, in Bakersfield in the 1960s, we used to walk to school in very dense fog. It was fun to watch the car tail lights disappear so close to us on the sidewalks and dirt shoulders. (Moms today would have a fit.) Then someone got the bright idea of "Fog Days", where they would delay school starting until maybe 10:00. It was heaven for us kids! We just played football or something in the neighbors' yards and had a blast. Great disturbance to the routine.
I hear ya man. Here in W-NY they never cancelled school till the bus's were pushing snow with their bumpers!! Now days if the janitor farts they close the school!! I think we were tougher kids back then! LOL --gary
Thank you for your kind words! 🙂❤️
Yeah uncle Larry! Love the behind the scenes stuff!
Very informative Tom. This is why us homeskoolers are avid followers.
Thank you Tom! You are such great dude!
Words of wisdom from experience. The best teachers are comfortable and transparent sharing their knowledge and methods because they have nothing to fear. Thank you for the sage words of an experienced session man. I appreciate the view into the inner workings of a professional musician. For us students we still have to take this and put in the hours of work and practice. the young players at least have an idea for an approach to pave their own way. I can see how this can help someone even if they are kids learning cover songs with their buddies.
Hey Tom, great post! Thanks for taking the time to share... Good stuff! 👍
Thanks for validating the 63 years I've been playing guitar. I write arrangements the same way, use clear plastic sleeves and a ring binder and I thought I was the world's biggest procrastinator. Loved the video man!😎
I played a show with Jerry Scheff where his charts were all over the floor like newspapers blowing down the street :) I was impressed how he held it together, but the greats all do. Cool stories bro.
When you were talking about the level you have to prepare the first thing that popped into my head was, what if you had to prepare for Zappa. Saw him twice in the 80's. Amazing.
The chart stuff is the coolest. This is the content youtube deserves.
This was very cool to see! I need to work on training my ears to hear the chords like that! Thanks for sharing 🙏
Hey Buko. This was undoubtedly the most interesting guitar video featuring no guitar I’ve seen. I also enjoyed seeing another side of Lil Tommy… literally. Cool seeing another angle of Buko Estates. Maybe a home tour sometime? Have a great gig Tom.
Your pal in Boston, Darin
i think YOU should put up a tour of your home Darin...thoughts?
@@501chorusecho A tour of my 600 square foot pad would be pretty boring and a little embarrassing. That said, it might be an excuse to clean.
Your pal in Boston, Darin
Rolling Rock FINALLY in my beautiful hometown, Circle Pines, MN! My first taste TODAY! Worth the wait! Thanks, Unc'!
This is a kool video. Not looking to play live as a guitarist because that ain't me but this is super handy for the gigging guy. fortunately, as a drummer i can fake pretty well.
Your gig prep routine is very similar to mine (I play mostly saxophone and bass, but have been studying guitar with you for a few years now haha). I definitely like to err on the side of over-preparedness for my sax gigs. I should say when I’m hired to play bass, the level is ALWAYS a 10. The bass player has to know the tunes cold.
Thanks as always for being cool as hell, Tom!
Like Marcus Miller (clarinet/sax the same?) I often fill in on those instruments too. Like to explore why you’re level 10 on bass vs horn. Is it a more complex musical style you’re playing, passing notes, or just syncing with BD? All of the above?
As the bass player you have to nail the changes or its super noticeable and can rally fuck up the tune. As a horn player, of course you want to get the tune right too, but I find there’s more leeway in that section vs. the rhythm section. Just my experience. Like Tom says in the video, different gigs have different levels of pressure. I get calls for a lot of casual jazz gigs on saxophone that leave a lot of room for interpretation. A lot of times very little or no prep is needed.
The NNS is something I just started looking at getting started, hope I can use it as you have taught here. The Best Thanks Tom
Hey Tom, this is a really good video! Thanks for sharing.
This is a super look behind the scenes for us rookies, thanks! Great tip on the plastic sleeves for the charts - an improvement COULD BE to flip them so that the opening is on the bottom. That keeps any rain/moisture from getting in through the top. I've done it - it works.
Love this Uncle Larry. This is the news I can use. Great stuff!
Hey Unc! It’s been a while since I have written to you. you made the statement early on in your vid that most of your vids are just ramblings…etc. I just have to say that, even though you may not use much preparation normally for your vids you always bring something useful and intelligent for us to glean. Do not sell yourself short. Your stuff is like gold to a guy like me. Anyway, just wanted to say hello. Glad to see that you were well.!
Thanks Tom, good stuff
Yo L! Stauffer here.
What a great idea for this video. You’re a gift to the guitar world. Wish I’d known you when we lived a mile apart in Cleveland!
thanks Tom i've been trying to get and getting more pick up gigs and wondered how other people did it.
Thanks Uncle Larry! Always learn something every time I watch. Keep it up! You’re making a difference to a lot of people out here! 👍
good to see you little tommy!🤟
A good mate of mine started a charting business (Chart surgeon/Earworm Music) and digitised his version of the "Chart Book" and put it all in cloud storage so he can access them from anywhere at any point, not gonna lie he's proven me wrong by pulling up those charts on more than one occasion. Gonna show him this video.
Love your stuff mate thanks for the awesome video
This is some Rainman stuff. You’re unreal. Awesome.
That was very interesting Tom thanks for sharing, to get a wee insight into how a top pro works is fascinating, your generosity in sharing is astounding so thanks isn't enough. 🏴👍👍👍🥃Respect to you mate, if you ever make it to Scotland I'll buy you a wee dram or 10.
Hey Tom! Thanks for the insight into how you prepare for a gig. Especially your explanation on how you chart out a song. Also, what you said about putting songs on in the background while you’re doing something else to help learn them, is something I’ve done myself. It really does help the song seep into your subconscious. These insights are why you’re my favorite guitar TH-camr. Thanks!
wow! home run! great vid we all can relate to..much appreciated
And my brain exploded….. thanks Larry.
That was great ... we miss you when you are gone. But, you always deliver the goods for your Home Skoolers! Thank you, uncle Larry!
That Whiskey Wolves of the West track took me back to my youth inthe 70''''s with exotic tobacco and Stella artois. Thanks
I love the faces people make when they ask us what tunes we are going to play and I tell them; "No idea. We are a live improv Stoner band. We'll get on stage with a couple of beers and see what comes out"
And that is what we actually do.
We have a couple beers and get on stage to see what comes out 🤣
I have enjoyed your vids from the get go. You never disappoint! Rock on my man and God bless you and all you love!
Well, watching you chart out that song with ease confirms something for me - no short cuts to proficiency. Experience is priceless. And that darn theory stuff....
Love The Football Cards… And Your Process!!!! Especially that Mexican Topps Brian Sipe!
Great to see you Tom!
Oh man..!! You’re all calm and holding up football books.. I be like runnin around..sweatin.. “ I GOTTA GET THIS SHIT DONE MAN..!!!
Aaaggghhhhhh…” heh..
“I got to know what I am getting into, just as a service to humanity “ 😂
Hey Tom. Interesting episode! Can you reflect a bit on what it’s like being a pro musician and father of two and how you manage to balance your work and family life? It looks like you’re very busy and as a result sacrifices need to be made, but what are your thoughts?
Absolutely great to see the process very useful
Awesome video, the sound of that band is right up your alley.It would be cool if you can get some video of that show. Rock-on Brother.
TOM,....I had to rewatch when you started charting. QUESTION:
.....what made you think the 1st chord played was a 4 chord?
I am learning the Nashville Number System and remembered you doing this video, came back and watched it. Thanks Larry.
Incredible
Blame it on Joelton for the school closings. But love all your content!
Yeah, binge and purge approach. Cram it in just prior to the gig, dish it out while it's fresh, on to the next gig... Definitely depends on the gig, for sure. Lovin' your channel.
PBj, -Du.
[What is this "chart" sorcery? I passed Music Theory in college with a C only using my ear. I wish I knew the Ancient Mystery School Sorcery of the Nashville Sesh Charts. What about those massive FAKE BOOKS from the 70's and 80's? Great channel, awesome content. Love this channel. I'd like to donate a day's supply of beer but I'm not sure what the Damage is.]
I used to comb my school library for sports books from ‘68-‘71
Great class, Teach!
"service to (My) Humanity " - the piece of gear I pack first and ALWAYS are my ER15 ear filters. I have been directly in front of 7 horns in an R&B / disco format - doing all that Nile Rodgers - or I'm inescapably next to Quasimodo on the kit - she/he went deaf long ago on the crash and snare. Often only one ear needs the filter and I place my amp on the open ear side - and I'm happy.
great vid! in 2 bands and the easier the better.....headed to nashville soon with Travis Reid Ball and the Trouble (im a new member, play rhthym - stage name Clay Waco). late april and early june. ive watched your vids from the beginning. hope to see you play when im out there. spending a couple extra days each time
this is your boy from CLE residing in CLB ohio.....in CLE we had school unless you couldnt open the front door! lol!!
You're a madman. I thought I knew the number system but you're a master, fine sir!
I know nothing about this. This is absolutely fascinating!!! Thanks for sharing.
Speaking of missing school, I remember coming home from school during the 77-78 blizzard. I parked myself in my room and listened to my Kiss albums, lol
Tom, did you used to tour the midwest on the sport show circuit in the 90s backing Tommy Cash, Tommy Roe ect. Duluth, Cedar Rapids, and LaCrosse? We may have partied a bit after the show a couple of times.
Thanks Larry! Great insight.. My usual default is putting my heart and soul into prep because I want to do my best BUT this video gives me a much better perspective.
Seriously- how did this channel just get cooler? Is that even possible?
"I see O.J., and he look scared!" -Stern show ref-lol
This reminds me of a chart i once saw by a friend here in town. She wrote the lyrics to Mr. Sandman and wrote 'Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum Pum' twice!
There is my favorite Yuengling Lager from Pottsville. I used to love that beer until I became allergic to beer and wine about 15 years ago. (Shell fish shells(chitin) is sprinkled into the vats and allowed to lower to catch yeast particles left in the fermented liquid. The clean beer or wine is then siphoned off the top.
Yeah...this channel is the fucking shit. I'm also a Buckeye by birth. Love the channel!
Thank you! This was very insightful!
This type of lesson is what I'm looking for and is only offered on this channel. Thank you Uncle Larry for always providing what really matters to the Home Skoolers.
Cool, listen and chart, go to gig and play. That's why Larry's a pro and I'll never be. LOL mind Blown