EJ Mini Lesson 01 

I don’t understand why any one would thumbs down this. EJ is giving us a free lesson. All he is asking for in return is local support for the food bank.

Food bank donation: $20 A mini lesson with Eric Johnson: Priceless

Thanks so much for your lesson! What a great tone!

Eric shook my hand and gave me his guitar pick after a concert once. He's so brilliant, his tone is impeccable, and his kindness is abundant. Thank you reminding us to help others in need. Stay safe Eric and everyone!

Not sure if Eric checks the comments section but just in case: Eric I was living in Austin when you put out the Tones album. I got to go see you play at Auditorium Shores. You played for free. Now you are giving these lessons to me for free. THANK YOU!!!!!!!! I will listen and learn. I am impressed with you as a person, a guitarist, and a songwriter. I know you hear it A LOT but Trail Of Tears has got to be one of the most heartfelt songs ever created. I am part Cherokee (Tsalagi) so it really hits home for me. Of course, it goes far beyond that. We share a common friend, her name is Marsha and she used to go over to your house. She never had anything but very nice things to say about you, so it's not just how you come across and what you do for others you don't even know, you are the real thing. I have enjoyed seeing you play live several times and it's been awesome every time. I have become a world traveler and I will play your songs for the people wherever I may roam, as in I will let them hear your music, I'm not able to play on that level. If you are curious about why I want to get better, you will most certainly get a grin from this...ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-bUQ9hLyXykA.html I will start with lesson one and keep going as long as you put them out there, and I will make sure to donate to the food bank. The world is a better place because of you Eric Johnson!

Eric Johnson has no clue how he's impacted my life.. Hearing him play 30+ years ago forever changed the path of my life. Nobody in my family tree has ever played a musical instrument but hearing what a true genius can do on guitar was my version of a religious experience..ty

As someone who "grew up in guitar" by watching Eric's instructional DVDs, I'm soooo excited to see these mini lessons.

How are you Eric? This is like gold dust.. how many of you still consider his tone as the best strat in the world?

He is so underrated it hurts. His genius as a guitarist and songwriter is unparalleled. Nobody gets even close to EJ's playing. NOBODY

The moment he starts playing, you can tell it's EJ. Nobody sounds like this.

His tone makes the guitar soun like a cello. Wow

I can’t believe this was 3 years ago! I am watching all 30 videos again. Thanks Eric

The Guitar gods are pleased!

He Is a great teacher, but most of all, a wonderful human being. Just look my Profile pic, we were handsome and Young back then. Lol 😆 Stay safe EJ

Saw Eric at a venue on Greenville Ave. in Dallas in the 1980's, you could hear him 'warming up' before the show and that alone was definitely worth the price of admission!

Imagine if Eric was actually your real guitar teacher.....

I've never seen this man before and stumbled onto his only RU-vid short and now I can't stop watching

This man has aged gracefully. Besides good genetics, I believe his amazing attitude towards life has contributed to this. Love you EJ!

The most beautiful guitar tone ever ! I could listen to EJ noodling for hours crying.

I'm just so fascinated listening to the fluidity of his playing that I keep losing sight of the fact that I'm supposed to be learning something. This guy plays so brilliantly it's like this Technicolor waterfall of tones...

Thank you, Eric. I'm boutta donate to my food bank as soon as I get paid. Keep em coming big chief!

Been listing and admiring EJ since I was 8 years old! And now my son has been a fan since he was 8 ( now 11) we are always jammin to you! We both play guitar thanks for the insight to your greatness!

Awesome purpose, giving of your time and knowledge to help the less fortunate...Thank you

Thanks Eric! I've been a fan since I bought my cassette tape of "TONES" back in the 80s! Great Idea and Great Cause!

If you're giving, check your employer's gift matching guidelines. After my submission to my local food bank, it let me enter my employer's name and it verified that they match. I had a few more steps over in my HR portal, but now I've doubled my gift. Eric, thank you so much for your generosity and for inspiring others to pitch in. I've come to expect nothing less of you. You've always been a huge, positive influence on me in more ways than one.

Eric Johnson Eric Johnson -So that's the timbre I have been hearing all these years -open strings! This is the coolest thing ever. I'm donating.

Thank-you Eric, you are a great soul, donated with pleasure.

This is so awesome of you Eric! Thank you so much! Take care and stay safe ❤️

ONLY suggestion is to give us more of an angle on your hands. Eric, don’t hold out on us please. We need a front row seat to these amazing mini shows. Donating now to FL food bank. Take Care Everyone!

Several years ago here in Seattle there was a concert put on by Hendrix his half-sister called an evening with Jimi. It featured Eric johnson, Joe Satriani and on and on and on the list was crazy. But hands down Eric Johnson floored everybody and I mean everybody! You can see Joe Satriani in the wings with his hands up to his face look like he was saying oh my God or words to that effect! This guy is the real deal as a human being and as a guitar player he has no peers.❤

Wow! This is pure treasure. Couldn't have asked for anything better!!

I love how some people solo in say 5th position. Not EJ he solos in the position of the entire neck - and kicks everyone’s rear effortlessly Yep will donate to food bank. Keep the lessons coming !!!

Thank you Eric for sharing this video with us! 🙏 Stay safe and healthy ❤️ Cheers from Sardinia!

Thanks EJ for teaching us.. we love ya

This is what an advanced guitar lesson looks like. Beginners? Nothing to see here except inspiration.

Now here is one of THE best! Distinct tone without a doubt.

I can't believe it's been 37 years since Tones and so much more since. Thank you EJ.

Hi Eric, you are a musical legend. Your instructional video of your early days ..... awsome

Fantastic - I can't wait to see what you'll share next!

I am Eric from France, nice idea, and I can not wait for other lessons, thank you Eric.

say what ? just awesome , love you Eric

Love you Eric 💛

Fan since the 80s...goddam your tone is SO amazing!

Just spent the last couple hours remembering Michael Hedges on RU-vid and find this as I re emerged from my rabbit hole, thank you!

I just found this series. What a guy!

Gracias señor Don Erick Johnson you aré one of my favorite guitars players, you dont' play the guitar...you make a the guitar speak and Fly...💯☀️👍🙏

Very thoughtful.i m in malaysia but will look after the needy here in your honor.🇲🇾

Thank you so much for the lesson Eric. Cheers from Brazil and I'll make sure to donate.

ej is too good for us guys. thank you eric

I love you , Eric you have gotten me through some of the hardest times. You are my idol

A guitar lesson from my favorite guitar player how awesome !

Hi Eric!!!! I will donate. Thank you for sharing with us

So great to hear that legendary tone emanating from the Marshalls and also the acoustic sound of his Strat (Virginia?), that gives it some.. believability

Truly inspiring, from a musical and human point of view!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Thank you Mr. Johnson

The guitar god had left the temple to provide people with valuable wisdom

Wow. Been listening to you since a very long time. Thanks for this Ej

This is unbelievable. A guitar lesson from your guitar idol.

I have been a big EJ fan since I first saw him on TV back Iin 88 doing "Cliffs of Dover". That was a watershed moment for those saw what a human can do with a guitar. I will never forget it. Say safe and keep up those videos for those of use that enjoy playing guitar. We thirst for your tips and advice .

Mr. Johnson, don’t no if you will read this, I saw you live once in 2006, it changed my playing forever.

Nice job Eric. Nice tips we can use, and some I haven’t given too much thought too. Thx again!

Please continue this series! Awesome

Amazing. What a privilege to have EJ break down his playing !

Eric Johnson is a monster! I love you guy! 🤝

Wow. This is great. Very impressive work Mr. Johnson. Keep it up!

Lessons from EJ? Hells yeah!!!

Maestro! Thank you.

This is so humble and wholesome

These mini lessons are mega inspirations!

I love this guy. Picked up the guitar 10 years ago thanks to him.

Yes Blackmore was a maestro at using open strings... Good to see EJ using it too

Thank you for this, gave me something new to think about when playing.

Eric, God Bless and Protect you. Thank you for sharing with the world!!!

Great insights! That the playing was awesome obviously goes without saying. 🎸

I could just watch Eric Johnson read a book to himself and still be entertained, I love this guy.

Playing 28 years! Still learn something every time I watch you play! Thanks for the lesson Eric.

Very helpful. I'll try it right now. Thank you.

Best teacher of the world!!!!!

Tom Buk sent me - good to see you out there sir! Look forward to as much as you're willing to dish. Be blessed!

Thank you for doing these lessons!

Thanks Eric I love your music 😎

Wow, first we get Vai doing streams, now we're getting lessons from Eric?! What a time to be alive!

Why do I feel so special watching this ❤️

This is the best uses of RU-vid ever. Soo good cheers mate

Way cool Eric - thank you and done.

sir，bravo！respect from the other land！

Eric your the best! Thanks! you expired me to play the guitar! Currently learning Cliffs Of Dover! Thank you for every thing! Stay safe, and your the best teacher(and the best guitar player) Hope you are doing well in this pandemic, Thanks:)

Good teacher ..... mini lessons are a great idea

Always a pleasure to watch your videos, You have the same kindness and warmth as your music does. Gives me always the courage to take my guitar and try some new things out... Thnx

EDNEYVILLE FOOD PANTRY, in Edneyville, NC, appreciates you very much, Eric Johnson!! Joy, Peace, and good health to you & yours!

This is so inspiring. Next time I go to the grocery store, I'll be sure to grab some food to donate.

I play open strings all the time when I practice soloing but doing it on purpose is a whole new concept. Thanks, Eric!

Will donate, thanks for the lesson 👍.

Just the coolest guy! ...and that tone! Could listen to E.J.'s playing forever. Food bank donation on the way.

You are the best!!!!

Thank you Eric. Donation made. See you next lesson.

Thank you, Eric. I will donate to my food bank.

Excellent Tone!

My local food banks (New Trier food pantry and Lakeview Pantry) will get their donations this evening - thanks for doing this.

When hard working meets geniality