I find it ironic that he's jokingly saying that he couldn't understand the blues players when I can barely understand a word he says. Accents aside, this guy can play.
Tony was also my guitar teacher at school many moons ago. Not only did he do what it took to get me through the exam, he also gave me a love of the guitar which is still with me today. Great to see him perform and to see him on YouTube!
my guitar teacher and dear friend for almost 35 years, I can only agree with the the other posts about his great playing, Tony, once described by NME as "a virtuoso player comfortable with many styles" is not only a very fine player but one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet. He is ex-lead guitarist of the highly popular folk group Rankin File,sadly no longer together, you can hear more of Tony's skill on their albums.
I used to be on of Tony's students when I lived in Edinburgh and it was always brilliant. A real inspiration and definitely one of the reasons I still play. Never had a tutor through here in Glasgow who could measure up to him. Brilliant player and great performer :-)
Doesn't matter how old or how young.... ya gotta love the Scottish accent, ach-ai! ….And WOW can he play!!!! Kat
lickies 2 months ago
I find it ironic that he's jokingly saying that he couldn't understand the blues players when I can barely understand a word he says. Accents aside, this guy can play.
tjarch1 2 months ago
Great stuff Tony! Hope you're enjoying your retirement.
MrSkellum 2 years ago
My uncle!
1969onlyme 2 years ago
sweet, he used to teach me, i thought this was funny of him, never seen that side before
fergus4000 3 years ago
Tony was also my guitar teacher at school many moons ago. Not only did he do what it took to get me through the exam, he also gave me a love of the guitar which is still with me today. Great to see him perform and to see him on YouTube!
lisameme1972 3 years ago
Tony's brilliant dry sense of humour and musical ability make him an excellent entertainer. WELL DONE , and keep it up!
johnwillumward 3 years ago
my guitar teacher and dear friend for almost 35 years, I can only agree with the the other posts about his great playing, Tony, once described by NME as "a virtuoso player comfortable with many styles" is not only a very fine player but one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet. He is ex-lead guitarist of the highly popular folk group Rankin File,sadly no longer together, you can hear more of Tony's skill on their albums.
danagladstone 3 years ago 4
he's my guitar teacher
HatakeKakashi5 3 years ago
I used to be on of Tony's students when I lived in Edinburgh and it was always brilliant. A real inspiration and definitely one of the reasons I still play. Never had a tutor through here in Glasgow who could measure up to him. Brilliant player and great performer :-)
smurfbell 3 years ago
great guitar work and a good performer
this is what youtube was made for!
mrbrownsound 4 years ago
Legend. Good song and well played.
lmd141 4 years ago 2
awsome , tought me to play guitar :)
great guy
ledgend
suedelaw 4 years ago
I agree, the best guitarist and teacher in the whole of Scotland!
condowallace 4 years ago 2
This should have been extended to concert length. Saw him at Maggie's gig and he was immense!!
DenJambo 4 years ago 2
Tony Mitchell is just about the best guitar player (and teacher) in Edinburgh, if not Scotland, and this clip does give a taste of his abilities.
He is a tremendous performer, and his performances are always immensely entertaining.
murrmac 4 years ago 3
this is what folk clubs are about, good honest entertainment.
BOYDIE1973 4 years ago 2