David Wilcox Artist Series

Artist Series Guitar Course from David Wilcox

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David Wilcox, acclaimed guitarist and songwriter, teaches four amazing master classes on songwriting.

4 Lessons

Complete course with step-by-step lessons and practice examples.

Multi-Camera

Course filmed with 6 cameras for the perfect angles.

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David Wilcox, acclaimed guitarist and songwriter, teaches four amazing master classes on songwriting.

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1

Songwriting Masterclass Part 1

In the first part of his Songwriting Masterclass, David Wilcox discusses open tunings and ways to use your heart and emotions in the songwriting process.

74:18 Runtime

3.0 Difficulty

2

It'll Work on You

David Wilcox uses his song "It'll Work on You" to demonstrate songwriting technique and discuss how rhyme should properly be used.

20:18 Runtime

3.0 Difficulty

3

Start with the Ending

David Wilcox demonstrates his song "Start with the Ending" and uses it to teach several valuable songwriting lessons.

20:51 Runtime

3.0 Difficulty

4

Dynamite in the Distance

David Wilcox demonstrates his song "Dynamite in the Distance" and dishes out several valuable viewpoints on songwriting.

26:52 Runtime

2.5 Difficulty

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David Wilcox

82
  • Playing since 1965
  • 4 lessons at JamPlay
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Cleveland-born David Wilcox was inspired to play guitar after hearing a fellow college student playing in a stairwell. His lyrical insight is matched by a smooth baritone voice, virtuosic guitar chops, and creative open tunings, giving him a range and tenderness rare in folk music. He released an independent album in 1987, was a winner of the prestigious Kerrville Folk Festival New Folk award in 1988, and by 1989 he had signed with A&M Records. His first release on the label, ‘How Did You Find Me Here’, sold over 100,000 copies the first year largely by word of mouth. Now, 17 albums into a career marked by personal revelation and wildly loyal fans, David continues to find and deliver joy, inspiration, and invention.

Considered a 'songwriter's songwriter', his songs have been covered by artists such as k.d. lang and many others. In addition to his writing prowess, his skills as a performer and storyteller are unmatched. He holds audiences rapt with nothing more than a single guitar, thoroughly written songs, a fearless ability to mine the depths of human emotions of joy, sorrow and everything in between, and all tempered by a quick and wry wit.

Reflecting on well over 20 years of record-making and touring extensively around the US and world, Wilcox says, “Music still stretches out before me like the head-lights of a car into the night. It’s way beyond where I am, but it shows where I’m going. I used to think that my goal was to catch up, but now I’m grateful that the music is always going to be way out in front to inspire me.”
Reviews & Feedback 95/100 with 84 ratings
freddy33

As someone who has been in cover bands all my life, I want to turn a page and do something far more meaningful; this hits the nail right on the head. Wow!! What an incredible communicator and gentle soul. I love David's commitment and obvious

jamesm601

Brilliant dissection of the songwriting process.

americansoul

Intro and Open Tuning was what brought me back for another year. I saw it last year part way through. I loved the intro and the open tuning so much I had to come back with my acoustic and play along. Lost my parents in 2012 and 2013 and other l

hangmanoflove

Fantastic lesson. I loved the open timings and the honest approach to song writing. Authentic. Thank you for this lesson.

thegaryguy

David, always shows the process of song writing and helps us to reach inside for life's insights. I joined the site for his helpful talent. There just isn't enough of him here.

jsullent7

all of the above choices =) thank you so much!!! <3 <3 <3

Sojournerspirit

Awesome and inspiring! Yours is the first lesson I chose in pursuing my interest and desire for knowledge in song writing, and I am so glad!

MikeeBee

Wow. Thank you for the most informative hour about music and its power I have ever heard or imagined. Seriously, this is why I am desperate to write songs, and I would never had known it had I not seen this lesson. You are the gold, brother. Yo

eicoguy

Very powerful message described in the song.

Blues4SOV8

I "felt" this lesson

edcurtis

I get where he is going. It's a direction I think I will try. I've explored some open tunings, but more partial ones. I like where the sound of these oen tunings is taking me and it's worth taking the time to follow their path.

geraldcox

it is deep and greatness, perfect approach

kevin.a.barnard

Great message. Thanks again David. Kevin

Olie138

Awesome teacher

GaryBatchelder

Depth. Meaning. Surprising insight. Well worth the time. Thank you.

crramsden1

He is saying in a good way a song comes from emotions within

tltope1361

Awesome job!!!

Cirfiera1

Thank You...!

FabriceK

Awesome intro.... Exactely the way I feel... thank you for putting words on what I am feeling when writing music... A guy awaking at the age of 48.