Originally posted by Nellinator
I just explained why and I also pointed out that emulate is so open ended that it doesn't bring any reasonable closure to what he actually meant. Second, I think Clatpton is underestimating himself.
I chose the word 'emulate'.
It was an interview a few years back, and they were discussing technique. The interviewer was basically fellating Clapton's ability, and embarrassing him. Then they discussed other guitarists.
He said, as close to wording as I can remember:
'Those guys like Vai and Malmsteen...I can't play like that'
Really?
'Yeah'
You mean the extravagance?
'No, I literally can't move my fingers as fast as those guys do'
That's what he actually meant- he can't play it. The wording made clear that he knew he could not. It wasn't speculation. He is an experienced, fairly old guitarist, so I'm sure he knows his own limits better than you or I.
I sort of figured you did.
I'd say speed doesn't mean he couldn't play the notation which is what I thought we were talking about. Basically all he said then is that he can't play it as well, not that he is unable to hit every note at a slower pace. I'd suggest that he'd be able to play almost anything (if not everything) by Malmsteen or Vai at a slower pace... it probably sound better.
Originally posted by Nellinator
I sort of figured you did.I'd say speed doesn't mean he couldn't play the notation which is what I thought we were talking about. Basically all he said then is that he can't play it as well, not that he is unable to hit every note at a slower pace. I'd suggest that he'd be able to play almost anything (if not everything) by Malmsteen or Vai at a slower pace... it probably sound better.
Jesus, the audacity is actually sickening.
The man himself said it, what's stopping you accepting it, being wrong?
-AC
Originally posted by Nellinator
I sort of figured you did.I'd say speed doesn't mean he couldn't play the notation which is what I thought we were talking about. Basically all he said then is that he can't play it as well, not that he is unable to hit every note at a slower pace. I'd suggest that he'd be able to play almost anything (if not everything) by Malmsteen or Vai at a slower pace... it probably sound better.
I could do that, though. That's not playing what they play, really.
I could also run the same marathon as champion runners. Just much, much slower.
Originally posted by Alpha CentauriBecause there is a strong possiblity that I am not.
Jesus, the audacity is actually sickening.The man himself said it, what's stopping you accepting it, being wrong?
-AC
Originally posted by Victor Von DoomExactly, however, I'm sure Clapton would be able to do it much better than 90% of the population. I'm not saying it's going to be exactly the same, but it should sound the same and be reasonalby close. That's what I've been arguing the entire time.
I could do that, though. That's not playing what they play, really.I could also run the same marathon as champion runners. Just much, much slower.
Originally posted by Nellinator
Because there is a strong possiblity that I am not.
Exactly, however, I'm sure Clapton would be able to do it much better than 90% of the population. I'm not saying it's going to be exactly the same, but it should sound the same and be reasonalby close. That's what I've been arguing the entire time.
So now it's just that good guitarists are better than bad ones?
Originally posted by Gideon
Then there you go. If Clapton says he's physically not capable, it should be a closed case. However, I will say as far as reputation and "legend" is concerned, he's miles ahead of Vai and Malmsteen.
It is a closed case.
I agree with the second sentence, though it's not of great relevance to the point.
Originally posted by §P0oONY
Simply saying that no one could have what Hendrix had isn't proof. Guitarists admitting they can't play another guitarist's material doesn't mean they don't have the ability to, that's simply unfounded, what's to say that if they had homed their skills to the particular type of playing that it wouldn't be possible?
Stop the outrageous audacity, that's EXACTLY what it means. If Eric Clapton says something of his ability, his lack of ability to play Steve Vai stuff, then I will assume that's how it is. It's stupid to say "No, but he might...", no, he's telling you he isn't able to, as many guitarists will, because it's Steve Vai.
Go read the thread, and we'll continue it there. EDIT: Have.
Originally posted by §P0oONY
Everyone has the ability to play at any level but it's not a linear thing, the human lifespan forbids anyone becoming a master of all.
That's a ridiculous proposal, and an impossible one.
To suggest anybody has the capacity to play anything ever is grossly uneducated. I strongly suggest you read the previous posts of this thread before continuing the debate.
-AC