Description
One of the most popular and evocative performers on the scene today helps you unlock your creativity and develop rich, ringing guitar voicings in a variety of open tunings.
Working primarily in open C, G, D and DADGAD, and utilizing both pick and finger style, David Wilcox reveals the techniques that shape his distinctive guitar sound. His unusual practice of playing in "cross keys" and his use of string damping, rhythms, open chord harmonies, moving bass lines, partial capos other devices will open new doors and transform the way you approach your instrument.
Dave's invaluable advice on how to practice, re-tune by "feel," transpose mid-song, hear new sounds, experiment with a variety of fingerings and tunings and develop ideas for using the guitar as a writing tool will inspire you to invent your own fingerings and tunings and discover untold musical possibilities.
Songs: Eye of The Hurricane, Rusty Old American Dream, Show the Way, New World, Language of the Heart, Time Between the Lightning and the Thunder, Distant Water, Spin, Prayer, Show Me The Key.
Customer Reviews:
Alternate tunings.......2007-09-05
THis is probably one of the most approachable title you'll find if you're trying to learn about alternate tunings.
Excellent!!.......2006-03-15
This is a great DVD for those interested in Wilcox's playing. He is an excellent guitarist and teacher. He breaks down his songs very well, and has alot of interesting things to say. Well worth the money!
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THE Guitar of David Wilcox :Secrets of Open Tunings and Song Accompaniment
Manufacturer: Homespun
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Product Description
Popular singer/songwriter David Wilcox is renowned for inventive fingerstyle accompaniments to his original songs. Using a variety of unusual tunings, David shows how he provides rich harmonics and counterpoints to accompany his incisive lyrics. Teaches nine of his popular songs: Eye of the Hurricane, Rusty Old American Dream, New World, Language of the Heart, Distant Water, Spin, and more. Great insights a must for all guitarists! 80-MIN. INCLUDES MUSIC + TAB INTERMEDIATE LEVEL
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