How to Play Long Train Runnin' by Doobie Brothers (Guitar Lesson)
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Long Train Runnin'
DJ is back with another epic song lesson! This time, he teaches The Doobie Brothers' song "Long Train Runnin'". Initially created as a jam track used for live performances, "Long Train Runnin'" went on to become one of their biggest hits. In this lesson, DJ breaks down the electric and both acoustic guitar parts. Additionally, he has arranged and transcribed the harmonica solo for the electric guitar.
Taught by DJ Phillips in Songs with DJ Phillips seriesLength: 35:48Difficulty: 2.0 of 5
All Gtr. Parts
(1) Electric
(1) Acoustic 1
Acoustic 1
(1) Solo
Backing Track (Bass & Drums)
paul112 replied
having alot of issues getting the first riff down ..cant seem to get the groove
celtic67 replied
sound keeps breaking up
Paulllo replied
Nice overview, and details also, and approach to the song !
whitehead1 replied
Great lesson! plus it's a the great songs in can grove too.
dancharleston replied
Thanks for breaking this song down. Some of the best songs are structured simply with a good melody.
mikrok1 replied
what is your opinion of the zager set up/ guitars. i've seen mixed reviews. thanks!
kammhron replied
That was smokin'!
battlerattle replied
Great lesson. Dude, you jam!
tuneman55 replied
very good lesson
briggsa replied
great lesson DJ ...I really like your teaching style...China Grove next??
mdwayne74 replied
DJ is the man, love his lessons!
kenne replied
Very cool DJ I've been wanting to learn a Doubies tune for a while this is one of the classics, TY .. BUT!!! I can't seem to download the GP file??
Never mind I got it. No file extension
samuelj replied
woodybang replied
Anyone know what key the harmonica would be? Gm7? Do those exist?
dj.phillips replied
That is a great question. I think you would use a C harmonica since he's not doing anything outside of the pentatonic scale, really.
jpbluestring replied
Really liked your lesson. Great teaching. You made this easier for me. Thanks
caseddon replied
DJ so far I like it. It brings new challenges into my journey of exploring new things. Christiane currently in Germany
denverperkins replied
This is really cool and a lot of fun to play. Even a beginner can learn a lot hacking through this (and it almost sounds like music when I do it. Thanks a lot.
Thanks DJ!
Jason.Mounce replied
Yes, DJ, should be posting them shortly.
macka71 replied
thats great. Cheers
mattbrown replied
Hi! I just posted DJ's transcription of the song and the backing track (bass and drums). Enjoy!
Fantastic, great song and a great lesson.
Nice song choice, a true classic. And a great multi guitar break down of the song. Will there be tab notes or backing music to come by any chance?
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