Layla Guitar Lesson - Derek and the Dominos - Eric Clapton - Part 2
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Today's lesson comes from a relatively obscure guitarist named Eric Clapton from when he was in a band called Derek and the Dominos.
Even though you have probably never heard of him, I think his signature riff that opens his song Layla is one that every guitarist must know. :D
All joking aside, the intro to Layla by the imitable Eric Clapton provides an excellent exercise in legato, quick chord shifts, bending and vibrato.
You really have to work on the proper vibrato and bending technique to make the upper octave melody sing.
But because this is such a great song, working on it should be quite pleasurable to the ear throughout. :)
The first Layla guitar lesson video starts with the famous opening riff in the lower octave. There are lots of moving parts to this riff so be sure to follow along with the video closely to see how to accurately play all of them.
After that we move to the upper octave riff section that is instantly recognizable and I personally never get tired of playing it.
Pay close attention to the timing of the hammer-ons and pull-offs since doing those too fast can throw off the rhythm. Then of course there is the responsibility of keeping all the bends in tune while still applying a nice vibrato to the notes.
All in all there are a few parts of this Layla guitar lesson that will challenge most players. But that is a good thing right? We are all here to get better and what better way than playing what is one of the greatest guitar based songs of all time. :)
In the second video lesson I will show you how to play all of the chords in the verse. This section can be quite tricky as well since Clapton is embellishing a lot of the chords with Hendrix style hammer-ons and pull-offs. You will probably want to experiment with using your thumb to finger the notes on the lowest string (like Clapton and Hendrix) in order to be able to cleanly play those embellishments.
Also in the second video lesson I will show you the lead guitar parts that Duane Allman is playing over those verse chords. There are some challenging bends going on here so take your time with it. After learning the solo that is played over the first verse I will show you how to do your own thing during the second and third verses instead of showing those solos note-for-note as well. The reason I did this was simple, they are all almost played completely the same.
Each of those verse solos start exactly the same and the only variation happens in the second half of each. All of those variations as created with the same four notes played around with in an improvised fashion, so you should do the same as well.
So I hope you enjoy learning all the signature licks found in this guitar masterpiece!
Carl..
I have to say, listening to Layla and learning to play Layla on guitar gives you a new profound respect for the song. While I always liked the song, I never looked at it as spectacular until I started playing it myself and rocking the hell out of those whole step bends.
I have no idea if this post will ever be read by anyone but ... here goes. The "Production Values" of this content surpasses almost every other "Content Provider" you'll view today (2024). Kudos. Truly conscientious and unequivocal professionalism in all respects and regard. What it took to produce and deliver this content will never truly be comprehended. Bravo! Sincerely. Thanks mate.
AND he loved the comment!
First video I have ever seen of the verse being taught. You're the man Carl.
Yes that was my goggle request he's very good
Best guitar instructor on the tube!
I played the first half today but looking at part 2 I think I’ll just come back to it next year
Awesome! There is so much intricacy to this song. I could have only been done by Clapton and Duane Allman. Their chance meeting is something that made history. Clapton said that if he had a brother, it would have been Duane. Music like this isn't created now days. Everyone relies on keyboards and perfect pitch. Bulls**t! The 60's and 70's were a wonderful time in what we now call Classic Rock. So many great pieces of music were created. If it weren't for the piano player playing a little piece of something that he and Rita Coolidge's sister had created, then used without her permission, we wouldn't have that classic end piece. From what I have researched, It was recorded at least 2-3 days after the main recording session, and Clapton and Allman just played what they felt at the time. Duane played the slide WAY past the last fret. Love his little trade mark sound. Everyone can tell when the finale is coming. You can hear the difference in the recording. I just wish that they had better recording at the time. The result would be truly wonderful. You have done a wonderful job in deconstructing the different parts of this timeless song, then presenting them in lessons. You are by far the best on You tube! Three cheers!
Brilliant lesson - as always. I feel like a cheat going to G-365 every time I want to work out a song. But is the best reliable source.
How does it look so effortless? This is going to take me a decade to learn. Thanks Carl!
So how'd it go? Did you learn it? 😆
halfway there?
@@aidenemerson8545 Pretty much!
@@AndyInTheUK good to hear! best of luck to ya
I'm Dalton from Brazil, yours is the best video lesson I've seen so far, congratulations!
These videos are the best! I love how in depth they are and this really helps people learn!
All the best for 2015 Carl. Thanks so much for all your effort in doing these awesome tutorials.
Another great lesson! This is a song I have been wanting to learn for a while, thanks Carl your an amazing teacher
Yeah, If i could make a suggestion... Wet Sand. by The Red Hot Chili Peppers
Happy New Year Carl..thankyou for the great lessons throughout 2014 ..This one is a classic ..a must know !! cheers
Fantastic presentation as always! You really seem to be the best and most versatile (online) guitar teacher. It is really unbelievable how many different songs and solos you can play and teach! I'm really awed by your talent! Leo Gibson, Davie 504 and all the other wannabe heros are strongly recommended to watch your videos!
I think I learnt about 30 songs by now from you! Carry on please! And by the way: I would really appreciate, if you could teach one or two songs by the German Hardrock band "Bonfire", because I can hardly find any tabs for their songs on the internet. 👍
How does someone learn that? Because I tried to learn the song by ear and I can't hear a single chord being played.
Please teach the outro instrumental of Layla Eric Clapton
Dude im trying to find that and learn it but no one has made a vid on it
Yes pls
What do you mean? The piano part?
Thank you Carl! Again a great lesson. Very good riff whit hammer on and pull off. Wow
can you make a lesson with the big solo?
+Dobos Camil Cristian agreed
I'm not sure if you do slide but if you did Duane's slide solos that would be amazing.
@Adolf Hitler You're Hitler
Carl can you pls make a lesson for the solo right before the piano goes
Carl thank you. Your videos are very helpful. One suggestion would be helpful . Would it be possible when teaching the chords to put up a diagram showing the chord. It's difficult to tell exactly what strings your fingers are on
Thanks so much man for posting this video.
I'll be working on this great job kid .
thanks for this lesson, ive just learned the entire song thanks to you, not the easiest song to play and sing over but more practice and its sorted
Nice one, thanks
Great work Carl, thanks
Nice lesson
Ha ok now I understand why i struggle with this part it's more difficult than the main riff 😁
Carl is THE best for intermediate-experienced players
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EXCELLENT AS USUAL CARL
Finally! :P
What about the outro?
Carl please teach the solo of live version both solos.
What would the strumming be for the chords? Having a hard time picking it out
please teach the outro solo from the live version.
Went to the Judo arena (日本budokan) 1974 his Guitar old explorer ,fingering similarly,his vocal and tunes ending impressive ,Music man amp? his side with George Terry Jean la tkj any 東京
could you please do a lesson for the electric guitar solo please
Please do the solo
awesome. thanks
Anastasia by Slash please
Can you make a guitar lesson on the outro??
Awesome lesson Mr Brown.
hey. im now practicing this.. but eric isnt doing these things for real in the live show right? i wanna learn what he's playing
+XwhiSprsX ur right. He only plays the chords throughout the lyrics. After that he solos. He also does the main riff at the beginning.
+XwhiSprsX But if your just playing on your own (no singing) Chords sound a bit bland
Can you do a lesson on life's been good by joe Walsh?
LAYLAA !!!
Where on earth is part one? I have noticed other song parts missing as well.
I just watched it.
pls make a lesson with the solo and the outro
Excellent I just picked your pocket thanks mate....
Great stuff, could have done with some tabs to help to begin with but soon got there, thanks
great lesson, haven't been able to find another video that teaches the verses, but can you please teach the solo during the piano coda too?
Very nice demonstration! Apparently, Duane Allman might have played the lead under the verses using a slide in standard tuning instead of fretting the notes. It sort of sounds like he's just cramming notes in there at the 9th and 11th frets using E major under all of the chord changes.
So complished to me. Maybe other versión more simple.
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i wanna play more stuff like this. any suggestions?
Neon Knights Black Sabbath. Thank you.
Cool!
Master!
Great job.......
Outro please :)
Part 3?
great!
why does love gotta be so sad?
so hard to do on my acoustic
randy marsh theres an acoustic version
Good video, but, the finger nails! Dang!
Classical guitarist... they are tools of the trade