"Statesboro Blues" taught by Ernie Hawkins (Part 1 of 3)

Ernie Hawkins teaches the original 12 string version of Blind Willie McTell's classic "Statesboro Blues." In this part Ernie performs and introduces the song, and provides a complicated tune-up. From the DVD "The Guitar of Blind Willie McTell." More info at http://www.guitarvideos.com/products/guitar-workshop-instructional-dvds/the-g...

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[gtflyer]

Of all the versions, Ernie's is by far the closest. The 12 string really makes it work.

Great stuff!!

[gtflyer]

@jessupar

That's what I'm talkin bout..:)

[jazzbofandango]

Man, this is fantastic.

[TexScratch]

Great rendition. Only a Guild 12 string can achieve that tone. Best 12 string guitars made since the 60s; copied by many; matched by none...

[heatmanable]

Good stuff

[acdc94sg]

does anyone know where i can find the slide version

[jessupar]

@gtflyer of course it makes it work; it was originally recorded on one.

[ceepatton]

ernie needs to purchase a fraulini 12 string

[tinpanalley67]

@Elrond54 thanx gramma nassi. Pass'd

[OhYeah729]

@evanwinsor lol