Guitar Fire on Steel, Tapping by Jeff Williams :)

[dorio329699]

Thanks for responding so quickly. Somewhere I have this really great documentary about the various incarnations of guitar [acoustic and electric, various body styles from dread to flats of all kinds] and there are all kinds of GREAT players on that. I'll find it and send it to you - I think you'd dig it. For real, it made me dig out vinyl, listen to everybody, then play for hours and adapt. Your style is interesting. Best luck in all your endeavors. -d

[dorio329699]

watch Jeff Healy..

[capo420420]

@dorio329699 yeah , i met him and talked to him for about 3 hours. He's definitely a genius and his playing is un-paralleled but .. even he would agree .. 2 hand acoustic flat tapping is completely different from what he's does. Jeff's right hand lead works are just amazing .. i watch him every chance i get just for the lead chops.

[zkreegs70]

i just started playin really five months ago. i had a lyon by washburn acoustic then my parents saw me practicin close to every day and i started gettin a lot better quick. So, then they gave me this electric acous. takamine g series (one of the higher end ones) and the action is great. I am goin to get the neck adjusted bc some of the notes will come off sour, but i heard that using like toothpicks or somethin like that at the top of the neck beneath the strings can help and be a quick fix

[capo420420]

@zkreegs70 the neck adjustment is probably your best choice.

If you use open tunings , you'll have to re-adjust the neck for lower string tension.

IF your going to "shim" a string at the nut , use a small piece of guitar string.

I've done that and it does work if the nut has been cut too low.

Probably lasts longer than a toothpick too ;)

congrats on your "guitar upgrade" in honor of your hard work and perseverance

keep up the great work ..

[bryfrytheguy]

hey im curious as to how to play that type of style. ive practiced but i need some pointers and im kinda wondering if you have any.

[capo420420]

@bryfrytheguy study arpeggio's / chord theory ( just the basics is all you need to start ) Use the left hand mostly for "rooting" yourself in the chord and the right hand for color and melody. Also, position the guitar so the neck doesn't pop up and down. most of the weight to the neck side. Hope that helps .. good luck .. Jeff

[musicfamily]

What is this style of playing call? What kind of tuning it needs?

[capo420420]

Hi 2 Hong Kong :)

This style is most commonly called "Lap Tapping" .

It is a very new style so it's also referred to by other names such as: flat tapping, piano style or air tapping.

I'm glad you enjoyed it ..

I enjoyed your video of Taylor Swift "Teardrops on My Guitar" .. keep up the great work ..

[musicfamily]

@capo420420 Thanks for your note on Lap Tapping. I find it very unique. In fact my 9 year old daughter who plays both piano and guitar can do that but she is just fooling around. I never knew this is a serious form of guitar playing. Your music is definitely out of this world.

[jahirtriztan]

no mmz

[AtrumExcessum]

Hey good song. Are you really tuned Half-way between notes? I find that I only need to tune ever so slightly below the given note for the intonation to sound right higher up the fretboard. Could just be my guitar is different though. Also, try checking out some older out of production guitars. It seems a lot of the 50's-70's acoustics are amazing for tapping.

[SweetSunshine13]

wow your amazing, i was just blown away and couldnt take my eyes off the screen lol :) awesome

[twohandband]

EXCELLENTE

[EazyRidrz]

excellent!..what song is this? or is it original?

[weirdmallow]

Sir, what the type of guitar do you have in this video? I mean, it is Ibanez, Gibson or something else... ?

I love to watch how you play on the guitars :)

Mallow

Check my music on myspace ;)

[Tman4000]

Sounds like the Michael Hedges song Shell Shock Venus

[rockerdude29]

try a Martin DX1RGT,it might help,its the best intonated,playing guitar Ive ever played and its got a huge tone.Of course I wouldnt be able to recomend it for your type of music,considering Im no where near your skill level.Awesome job,and good luck finding a nice acoustic,peace.

[Bhyelneed]

Eu falo portugues,mas ele é muito bom!

[fancypants97]

r u greek? cuz u wrote in greek down there. im greek too! and italian. ∑åΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩΩåπ!

[minjubum]

can you PLEEASEEE consider covering any andy mckee song pleasee?

oh 5 star btw

[capo420420]

well i want to learn other peoples music but , i start out learning the tune & in the middle i have a great idea for a NEW tune. Of the 2 choices its better for me, you & everyone if i complete the NEW tune. i have a goal to learn cover tunes of T-cophony. I've learned "When Fall Asleep" & i'd like to learn all of his tunes. realistically i know that may never happen. I'll still try but My greatest responsibility is to the NEW ideas / tunes

your confidence in me is a great compliment . thanks

[EthanSh1n]

Wouldn't you rather hear Andy Mckee playing Andy Mckee songs? Covers are almost pointless I think...

[capo420420]

or a NEW song by Jeff Williams .. hehe ..

I've just been awarded a Regional Artist Project Grant by the Artist & Science Council .. purchasing some new video equipment and shooting a DVD & companion CD :)

STAY TUNED .. it's coming .. i promise :)

Jeff

[EthanSh1n]

yeah haha. or a new original song. =)

[TheJahManCometh]

amazing

[itchyundies]

wikuddstuff what tuning is it on this dude

[capo420420]

thanks .. open C is the tuning

[capo420420]

and .. oh dear lord its been a while since i've seen this vid ..

i play this a lot slower now .. it's much more enjoyable.

the statement that this is not perfect is an understatement for sure haha .. i'm re-recording this in the studio ..

stay tuned for the announcement of the new CD ..

thanks again ..

jeff

[freedomorfearthem]

Hi, just a quick comment, I used to have the same problem but now I buy bone bridges and shape them myself. Of course I waste one or two now and then but for the most part once seeing the current bridge and intonation, I assign each one an "out of intonation" value between 1-10 10 being too far out to fix likely and one being a slight adjustment. Anyways on a side note, Im positive you could find a guy in your town who does acoustic intonation and get one of your favorite guitars done. Nice Vid

[dannypat14]

You got a cd man? I'd buy it.

[capo420420]

I'm taking pre-orders on my new CD now ..

Should be ready in about a month or sooner.

I have a CD that is vocals / guitar too ..

you can download that CD NOW for ONLY $5 :) ..

SEE MY WEBSITE :)

Message me to get on the pre-order list.

thanks

jeff

[patrkcirtap]

great song man!!!

[jbaha9]

'tention ça rigole plus! non seriously it's awesome =)

[greentrees48]

wow thats awsome. do you have some kind of company or something?

[KiLLiduStries]

sowas nenn ich nicht mehr gitarre spielen ;D

[fendermac]

Very,very cool.

[sillyghirl789]

wow!! that was so cool... luved it...makes me wanna sing, where's my guitar, lol

[bobby0111]

it actually does give me goosebumps pure qualily :) high 5 :) and a high 5 stars xD

[1angryartist]

Holy smackdown! Can you play any Fleetwood Mac?.......what am I saying! Of COURSE you can! ....right?

[capo420420]

yeah i like to play stuff like "Heart" Fleetwood Mac too .. great group .. every single one of em ..

thanks for your compliment .. YOU ROCK ..

your friend

jeff

[7Phrontisterion7]

really good!

[ledzepboy3]

wow, now theres an original blues sound lol:):),come check my composition somtimes...

[ejvaldes]

Holy shit! I thought that was only possible in Walt Disney cartoons! Or in my wildest wet dreams...

[capo420420]

HaHa .. ok .. thats the first time i've heard that one :) haha

thanks .. now i'm thinking of how i would look as a cartoon haha .. thanks again .. jeff

[tonebreed]

Wow! First time I check you out man, but this really kicks. Great job! Keep on!

Yours truly,

Tonebreed

[petermillerguitar]

great stuff, thanks for dropping by the site the other day

[capo420420]

Peter .. thanks .. your a great guitarist .. i enjoyed your work very much .. ** thought i was subscribed to you already .. I AM NOW :) .. thanks for stopping by TOO :) .. your friend Jeff

[RoyElvisBand]

Hey Fantastic Man

[voodoou22]

nice style man..cheers

[DardisMusic]

Great performance. As awesome as the 5* suggests.

[genealogyy]

Hey man! It's awesome, i'm astonished by your play! GREAT SOUND!

[bushyparter]

i'd bet u could call the gods on a harp,tks

[capo420420]

hehe .. thanks .. i hope to get a harp guitar one day soon :( ..

everyone feel free to send me any spare harp guitars you have laying around .. haha ..

jeff

[danielboda]

that's insane! definitly 5 stars man

[rlisias]

This is - in my opinion - one of your best performances... Totally loved it!!

Btw, I posted a promotional video for my new album WAITING ON A SUNNY DAY which is already available on iTUNES...I'd be happy if you dropped by and checked it out:)

[pruhcrazyvidz]

thats insane 5/5

[BlackDeathSpeed]

really cool video

[maturanesa]

really interesting way to play

[brobill19]

good stuff lol

[rynattirb]

wow. thats pretty cool!

[JustinXXTime]

Amazing

[vancityvillian]

wat are the benefits of playing a guitar laying down? btw excellent song like always . yours is a sound that is nothing like anything else and thats one of the things i like most about it

[Ddevilislovely]

its generally easier and more comfy.

[capo420420]

its generally NOT easy .. and NOT comfortable .. its HELL on your back and neck .. even my legs have hurt from practicing before .. it really takes your whole body to play this way .. i DO make it LOOK easy though huh ? hehe ..

jeff

[capo420420]

thanks .. yeah .. i have more access to notes .. different notes .. really this music has always been in my head ... i just could never figure out hot to play it .. NOW I DID :) .. thanks for noticing .. see the comment to Ddevilislovely too ..

again 1000 thanks ..

your friend jeff

[slashjr123]

great stuff jeff! how do you get so famous on youtube? can you help me get views too?

[chisroar]

Pretty cool stuff that, must give that a try :)

[inthemix83]

Oh my god !

jeff healey style perfect ! tapping incredible !

[capo420420]

yeah i met jeff healey YEARS ago in Florida. I showed up at his gig for 3 days in a row and hung out with him EVERY night after the gig. He said " eh .. would your rather be chasing girls than talking to ME .. i said .. NO .. i can chase girls ANY time .. i can only talk to you NOW .. i asked him HOW do you walk around and come RIGHT back to your mic .. he said .. there TUBING on the floor .. i feel it with my FEET .. haha . great idea ..

[dssinateur]

increible performance

[capo420420]

I have some NEW Paino Style / Flat Tapping video's .. coming SOON ... i really LOVE these new songs .. i think you will too .. STAY TUNED .. for SEASON TWO of the capo420420 channel :) .. jeff

[alluvionato]

wooooooow!!! incredible!!!

[joeted123]

wow thats awsome tapping on a accoustic thats sic man

[B2660]

to many fail tones

else it sound good pritty nice actually

[MarthianVanhaus]

wow...u r really cool, i really admire u...=D

[songsbymikedotnet]

you actually inspired me to break out my guitar and try to noodle in that tap-on-the-lap style... yeah, just like i thought...i suck at it! ;) great stuff, as always, jeff!

[capo420420]

songsbymikedotnet ... haha .. yeah its not a painless journey .. i just got addicted to it ... and pushed on through the pain haha .. but i love it .. deep thought and music is my drug of choice :) ... thanks again .. your friend jeff

[capo420420]

haha songsbymike .. you really gotta be bored with playing normally to endure such punishment .. well it helps anyways .. haha .. a LOT of chord and scale theory helps too haha .. you'll find that the 3rd and 6th chords present almost insurmountable obstacles .. it takes some creativity to overcome that obstacle .. good luck on your next try :) haha .. your friend jeff

[REDNECKPEPI64]

TALENTED MAN.

*****

[uncledave10]

I like that . :o)5/5

[guitarinthenature]

Psicodelic and nice

[jmr37104]

Incredible, again..

[pogicute03]

very interesting,like the way you hit it very smooth and clear...

[steveMIRONOVICH]

Real nice. The mans a natural & he plays with heart.

[dobby240]

need to be more of that i think todays commercialised music is complete bullcrap compared to this sorta thing

[steveMIRONOVICH]

I agree.

[capo420420]

haha dobby240 .. YES YES YES .. this is the POINT of my music .. i CAN PLAT commercial crap if i WANTED TO .. BUT .. i'm trying to REBUILD Art in Music in society .. you support for me is support for ART in MUSIC .. thanks for your MEGA AWESOME COMPLIMENT .. jeff

[mastasolo]

you remind me of a S.R.V. guitarist dont know why either :P

[irvingjohn]

Holy... crap.... A... maz... ing.

[Stratosteven]

perfection

[HoppusMaximus]

I think I almost havethat same guitar, mine doesn't have a jack to hook up to an amp though. other that that, I think it's safe to say I have that same gutiar.

[zarredarre]

nice

[jenlov]

nice...reminds me of preston reed & michael hedges...thanks

[BadHabit1994]

Interesting style, good song.

[kenrg]

Very cool!

[Hawker920]

Wow, bloody fantastic mate. Would love to play like that one day.. ahh keep dreaming..

[JaimeLilyG]

hey- okay so, yes, i am easily impressed, but SHIT! ! this is amazing. have you ever played the cello?? that sounds totally random but i used too, and when i first picked up a guitar thats how i was playing.

this is all fantastic, and you probably hear that constantly, but hey, another time wont hurt.

please aprove my video response and check out my channel whenever or comment on my songs...

xxx

LilyG

[tchristmas19]

dude that is an amazing video did you write that or what? i listen to this video like everyday it gives me the chills....iv been playing for 8 years. i took classes on like blues theory and stuff but what would i look up to learn that style of music? it amazing. but anyways just wanted to ask. take it easy man.

[dontreadmyposts]

what brand guitar?

[Mhistava]

woah man that's phenomenal

[AntonSerg]

hi Jeff! your guitar skills are amazing, thanks for subscribing for my videos, Im sorry for the late reaction I was tied up, but keep em coming, your vids a awesome!

[flamencoprogrocker]

Great stuff brotha... love the technique.

~Dave

[ardentoctopus]

Very cool... I love it, hey you have tabs ... um, just kidding... I have had 500 requests and it ain't gonna happen.

[therelief]

hey man

awesome video

[anmoose]

Great work, Jeff. A lot of creativity with the exceptionally difficult "laptop" style. You're gaining on it in leaps and bounds.

But, from your comments, I think you need a guitar...

I have much to say about the intonation problem, but it'd fill 20 of these stupid comment boxes. I'll send a separate message. Briefly, it's not a problem with acoustical guitars in general, it's a problem with yours.

Moosie

[GrampaCrusty]

Good job on the composition - nice.

I have a similar project I'm working on (laptap guitar piece).

I like yours better, but mine's still fun.

Its always good to see people learning from the Erik Mongrains, Andy Mckees, Michael Hedges, etc. etc. of the world.

[stiffiect]

Phenominal, great job man.

[achokarlos]

Simply beautiful man

[Andokool12]

Awesome

[DeanForce]

terrific job, i really liked it!

[zebold]

Very good, made it your self?

[SuperFantasticMan]

Erik Mongrain is basically the best at this

[dirtynumb]

Erik Mongrain, check him

[smallpaul101]

excellent! the points you make about the intonation on acoustic guitars is really interesting - i've been wondering about that for ages because i have always had that problem with my guitar sounding out of tune when i go further up the fret board! now i know why, thank you!! :D

[genscales]

I can't do that whole guitar up thing. I can do stuff with my hands switched i.e. left hand strumming instead of right. Nice work.

[urchinus]

/clap my friend. I tried the whole face up tapping thing and i suck at it. all the dicks out there who say it's nothing, they're idiots. Well done that's fantastic.

[mckellion]

Justin Kingz style haha! Dont hink so man, there where a lot more guyz before king mate

[frombluestorap]

what are you talking clearly your not hearing what every one is he did a fantastic job...don't clown if you can't do it yourself :)

[nahhty14]

thats not tapping thats you playing with the guitar face up -_-

[d34d50ul]

nice!!

[kelliiexx]

you're really good !!

[bluegrassgreensky]

nice work man

good dynamics

[kilkennyfishblue]

dude it dosent mater about the slight inpefections ther what make perfection

[Flaketeer]

Nicely done! Very clever.

[DeepfriedStix]

Excellent composition I enjoyed that very much, thanks for the upload!!

[OffaZed]

Nice playing man! On the intonation thing if you take your guitar to a competent repairman/luthier he (or she) can fairly easily do some work on the bridge saddle to even out the tuning problems you're having. Intonation is down to the saddle and its positioning not the truss rod (which determines neck relief). Good luck dude!

[scameter]

Indeed it does. :) One more question: how expensive, generally, is a good amp like that?

[solartoast]

call John Hargiss in Omaha, Nebraska. He can fix ANYTHING acoustic. Or tell you how. Hargiss Stringed Instruments.

[BenMancke]

I didnt check to see if any one emtioned but every guitar I have encountered has a trus rod in the neck, ere go, a socket to adjust it. take the instrument to a guitar maintainance guy and he or she may be able to help ya out. Cheers. check out erik mongrain.

[rockymtnsue]

I linked you all over the place, man! I'm a former <lame> guitar player. Gave my old NMI acoustic to my son. He goofs around with Bassist4Sale and The Killing Moon <used to be Animal Suit Driveby> in Maine. I bought an Ud on a recent trip to Turkey. The Ud is an 11 string acoustic with a neck about a foot long. I haven't tuned it yet. Can totally relate to your description of tuning issues.

[octopoid]

Un bravo musicista. (A tratti) buona l'esecuzione, positivo sul versante compositivo. Non va a tempo, per il momento vede la musica come un fatto tecnico, ma osservando e rivedendo questo video migliorera' notevolmente, scoprendo l' "altra meta' della musica" .

Mosconi is the King.

[scameter]

Excellent work man! If you wouldn't mind me asking a couple question? I'm new to the guitar and am curious. Can all acoustic guitars use amps? And, is tapping only possible on an acoustic with an amp?

[bsbllfreak727]

if the acoustic has a plug in, then yea. If not, you'll need to get it added, which isnt a too complex process. Also, tapping is possible on any guitar, amp or not.

Hope that helps!

[scameter]

Thanks! :)

[maheke]

Have you ever thought of contacting anyone else who plays in this style, like Eric Mongrain and trying to put something together? Two or more people playing in this style would be amzing!

[bryangeonzon]

Awesome! Its like playing a piano and guitar in one. Wish I can do that too. Keep on rockin sir!

[orbicularbanana]

You're welcome. I just subscribed to your videos.

[orbicularbanana]

This reminds me a lot of Stanley Jordan. But I'm sure you know all about him. Excellent work.

[martyfriedman666]

i love the little guitar light!

[mikesterling]

..here's to one of the most optimistic wild cats i have ever had the chance to see! ..shiet jeff keep slammmin it down bro. I'll be shootin down some major "airtap flutterplucker" originals very shortly. care and be cool to one another. mike

[blueskye21]

good stuff. what gauge strings do you use? I would have to use light nylon to play something like that. I have not hammer fingers!

W

[miaarose]

Wow!! You play well!!! I play guitar but chords!! lolol nothing like that!! Well done!! You should be part of my band! hihi!! Kisses Mia*

[BangoSkank06]

Another Great Capo masterpiece.

[Lilly50390]

I thought I already commented on this video but when I read through the comments I can't see it. I'll write my comment out again! Another great video! Tuning can be a real pain sometimes but you still sounded as great as ever even with your intonation and fret problems! 5 stars!

[octopoid]

Merry Xmas!

[NotApplicableBand]

^^ merry christmas! really cool capo :D i like this oen best *gasp*

[JimWayne61]

hey capo nice tune man! keep up the great work bro and come by and check out my lastest hank and cash covers...merry xmas and happy new years to you and yours!

jim

[snaithb]

Astounding playing style. Great piece too. 5 stars without a doubt. Keep 'em coming! Thanks too for your comments on mine. Have a merry Xmas.

[ahviamusicom]

Jesus... why havent yet?

been watching you since you started posting vids on youtube and im still a fan

[scottklaw]

Awesome Dude. Merry Christmas Too.

[Sizzletube]

very nice tapping jeff :)

merry xmas

[dabiribd]

5 stars

[1brokengirl]

5 stars!!!

[AnnieCanada]

That was truely incredible to listen to, very fun to watch as well~

[chudnovsky]

Thanks buddy, and your welcome :)) for sure, I will make sure to drop in... :-))

Cheers Jeff.

Alex

[chudnovsky]

very nice bro

[dadhiltonmps]

12.23.06

capo420420. Your playing is as awesome as always, Jeff. I am totally in awe of what you manage to achieve with the guitar across your lap. Happy Holidays, my Friend.

"cat"

[csybu]

Avesome Jeff!! You got 5 stars from me!:-)

[AndanteLargo]

Cool Jeff! Very good.

Happy holidays to you and yours!

Peo

[pootertoes]

AWESOME !! 5 STAR as usual :) Nice story here in the comments about how you came up with the Name for this :) thanks for sharing that .. Happy Holidays Pootertoes :) PS did you mention somewhere about posting another song soon? in the bulliten ?

[SmallPressFan]

Man, you blow my mind. I couldn't even master the basics of playing a guitar the standard way. Lol

Great stuff; awesome video.

Thanks, and best wishes for a VERY "Merry Christmas"!

[Ottawarocket]

I love this one Jeff. Your an awesome guy and an awesome guitar player..Rocket

[IRTheBorg]

Most excellent as always Jeff ;) 5/5 ;) I hope you are having wonderful holidays. -Larry-

[6stringsjazz]

Hey pretty cool! I enjoyed it =) keep watching my videos, thnks

[ironfisteagleclaw]

Damn Jeff as always you jam it out. I fact i think its 4:20 here.... jammin to Capo420420! Puff puff Pass,

 IronFistEagleClaw

[patman2112]

A Master of the guitar has performed!

[smokewilliams]

Nice work Williams!!! Keep it up, as you obviously are. you work hard for your viewers. Thanks!

Peace on earth,

Pete

[MewMintyNaara]

wow that was really good

its kinda jazzy xD

is that the style you were going for??

well anywayz 5* and faves

[BurnsyJones]

Wizardly is the word! I've been trying to experiment with the technique my self since I began veiwing your vids, and still haven't layed down a good riff. Play on Jeff!

[colinalexander777]

Wizardly. Could I use one of your compositions on my next painting video?

[lukettylwillie]

Incredible Jeff. I never get tired of watching your videos. They're so unique.