I could listen to him play them all day - and sing too. There is something so deeply spiritual about this guy's music. It is tapping a vein of such rich beauty it would make an angel weep with sheer joy. Where pure emotional meets pure spirit - that is the incomparable music of David Wilcox.
@@mragunathan1627 Right? For those of us who dream of the ultimate guitar it seems counterintuitive. On the other hand, sometimes our possessions possess us and based on his last few comments it sounds like it may have been liberating to let it go. I only hope the current owner gets as much joy out of it.
The juxtaposition of David's maniacal laugh with the beautiful musicianship always entertains and impresses. Had the opportunity to see a house concert a few years ago and it was one of the best musical concerts I've ever experienced.
Sir, I have hiked the Smokies a long time. I’m 63. I have a picture of my grandpa holding me by a sign to Clingmans Dome when I was just a few months of age. I own a small home on the Little River that comes out of the Smokies. I play the acoustic guitar. It does my heart good to know that sweet music from such a fine musician is coming from a Smoky Mountain tree. I will listen to you and your Olson guitar for as long as I can. I absolutely love your story. Play and sing and speak the sweet language the world needs to hear. Thank you
David, I love your authenticity and your laugh. You are so deserving of this James Olson guitar! Your songs continue to inspire and amaze me. Thank you for delivering your heart and message for us to hear.
I discovered David Wilcox as a summer camp director in NH in 1988. He dominated that summer among all the staff. Some of his tunes still bring tears to my eyes. I wish there were a songbook of David Wilcox songs for dummies. I'll never be able to play like that.
Regardless of the quality of the materials and the workmanship in any instrument, the end result is only potential. Not until it gets to the hands of master does it release that potential. David Wilcox is such a master of songwriting (and playing) that the true beauty of the guitar is revealed. This chord progression and voicing in this song reminds me of a Bach chorale. Of course, I've been a David Wilcox fan for years. I'm sorry I only just found this but I'll be coming back again and again.
thank you David and Acoustic Guitar magazine. as a luthier who is on the learning edge, hearing stories like these really inspire me. no better acoustic magazine than AG. thank you David for your songs and your stories, but more than that, your spirit. thank you James Olson for your craft, but more than that, your character.
Brilliant musician... His story reminds me of his AMAZING song, "All The Roots Grows Deeper When It's Dry" especially given the 'Smokey' Mountains, Dry Climate with which this tree rested & matured... Just venting. Love Mr. Wilcox. I hold much respect for his talents. His old manager, Tom, is such a class act too. Wonderful humans. When I covered a couple of David's songs, "Common As The Rain" & "Rusty Old American Dream" which is off my 'Moonshiner' record. Search, Brian Allan Bode, "Moonshiner" & I do apologize for the shameful plug but it was so special to me when I heard from, Tom, and he said, David & I really like these versions. Not many take that "time" to make another feel good, even if only for a moment. That moment lasts a lifetime. Thank your for you talents & dedication, Mr. Wilcox. Respectfully, Brian Allan Bodë.
I HAVE LISTENED TO HUNDREDS OF OLD AND NEW GUITARS IN MY SHORT 59 YEARS OF LIFE AND YOUR GUITAR IN MY OPINION HAS THE CLEANEST SOUND I HAVE EVER HEARD AND THIS GUITAR WOULD GIVE A HERRINGBONE A SERIOUS RUN FOR ITS MONEY.
Ten minutes before I started watching this I went online and bought a used Asian production guitar, which is all I can now afford. I've had some beautifully crafted guitars in teh past: a Doerr, Charis (with a neck just like this), Goodall and plenty of Taylors etc. Hearing this tone makes me want to cry - so responsive and beautiful. Lovely playing of course and I will love my new purchase when she comes - but one day I hope I'll be able to get an Olson (cedar) :-)
An amazing guitar is only amazing in the hands of a master musician, which David Wilcox is. That being said, after 20 years in the music business, an extremely talented musician can bring you to tears with a Wal-Mart guitar. David is the only musician that brings both together in perfect harmony.
Dave-I saved up for several years to have James build me one because of you. Listening to it, even beneath my clumsy fingers, is one of my great joys in life. Had I never heard your music...I would have missed that. Thank you for sharing...and please come back to Spokane.
Acoustic Guitar Magazine - thank you for posting this video. David Wilcox - I hate you (in an "I'm envious of you for that guitar" kind of way). I don't have any reason to hate you, David Wilcox, the person - except for the part of you that was so fortunate and had that specific guitar built for you. Grrrrr.
If the opposite of destiny is being in the right place at the right time, then that tree, James Olsen and David Wilcox were all there at the right time, for such miracle of nature, craft and artistry to occur. Privileged are we to behold it.
I've had my first OM, a Larrivee OM-60 in Indian Rosewood and Maple binding, etc. Looks and sounds fantastic but, dang, the action is so high compared to a D35, Taylor 614, etc. I down a full step and use a new capo and still the bridge is high. I'm considering having a Larrivee level luthier lower the bridge and nut; maybe some of the fossilized ivory...
I sit 2 feet from the center of the stage at a show he did in Ft Worth at Caravan of Dreams back in 1991. I could have stolen his set list. Loved DW since Rusty Old American Dream and Let Them In Peter. Download all you can find. It's that good!
Good lord, so who owns this amazing guitar now? One very lucky person. Now I've noticed this strange phenomena where many of the most prolific and devouring guitar collectors don't play particularly well. Just an observation. But I just hope to god that whoever owns this now can really freakin play the damn thing cuz it's a gift to the guitar universe
How deeply your playing touched my heart is very hard to communicate. Let's just say as a musician as well, my soul resonated with your style, your ability, the emotional content, and how your whole being in harmony with the guitar was engaged to create a reminder that we are more than flesh and blood, political affiliations, or religious beliefs. While 'Thank-you' is appropriate, it is also inadequate. I want an Olsen now!
Oh wow! What a beautiful sparkle and projection coming out of that piece! It has a presence that nearly connects your mastoid bone to the bridge! Apparently the more note harmonics it can project from each string, the closer to the magnificent chorus of the universe you get! That spruce is now able to sing out the beauty it observed those many years, clinging to that rocky ledge and peering into the starry sky at God. Just wow, Dave! That guitar speaks love by its very essence. Thanks for sharing. BTW, I have a Breedlove Stage Dreadnought from about 5 years ago, and an old ‘63 Gibson J-50 acoustic Dreadnought. The Breedlove is exceptional, yet not quite as sweet as that piece in your video. Drooling!
As a guitarist, I've been a fan of David Willcox for over 20 years. This is an amazing guitar, such small and even growth rings give an instrument that indescribable tone. This type of wood has become very difficult to find due to over logging. You are a fortunate man David, and an impeccable musician.
Thanks for sharing! Guitars are like people… all unique, precious, interesting…. But some are special - stand out from the rest. I am lucky to have one such guitar, that one is amazing too!
Great story. Yeah I don't know what it is about it but I've come back to listen to it 3 times. Even though I know the story now I just like hearing it. The mark of a good story teller.
What a beautiful guitar! I wish I had ONE Olson. Love the story, and know about James and some of the wood he still has for special guitars. YOURS is very special, and the tone just so beautiful I had tears in my eyes. Outstanding! A real treasure!
lovely performance..just like watching an episode of scrubs..laughing one minute and being moved the next..especially liked your laugh...so infectious..lovely song and great guitar playing.
this guys cool...could listen to him and his playing for hours....guitars are things of mystical beauty which only the 'chosen' few of us appreciate \m/
Great guitar and sound played by great musician and raconteur with a laugh that is also great! I'd like to hear the guitar in regular tuning without the capo using open string chords .
An amazing musician and storyteller. Seen him many times. I know Dan Lashbrook, and he is, indeed, as old as Mr. Wilcox says. But for absolute certain that was NOT the last adirondak spruce tree in the smokies. Anyone who thinks otherwise is being naive. Nor was that the last top, or brace wood from adi trees in the smokies. But an amazing story that David enjoys owning. And we are richer for it.
Wilcox is all about stories, ain't he? Just love his poetic mind & heart, and man, he can play guitar, too!
Absolutely! 😛 I sent this video to one of my brothers and a few friends who I know will feel the same! Thanks 🙏👍
When the pick up system is installed does it allow the intonation of each string to be easily adjusted seperate?
Thank you for an enchanting story. Wood in all guitars is sacred. We are all sacred.
I could listen to him talk about guitars all day...great story teller
I could listen to him play them all day - and sing too. There is something so deeply spiritual about this guy's music. It is tapping a vein of such rich beauty it would make an angel weep with sheer joy.
Where pure emotional meets pure spirit - that is the incomparable music of David Wilcox.
how could he have sold this beauty lol
@@mragunathan1627 Right? For those of us who dream of the ultimate guitar it seems counterintuitive. On the other hand, sometimes our possessions possess us and based on his last few comments it sounds like it may have been liberating to let it go. I only hope the current owner gets as much joy out of it.
What a national treasure this is David Wilcox.
The story and the sound, both beyond beautiful.
He has such a way with chords and lyrics. It's amazing to hear him.
Master story teller. Master guitar builder. The Master Tree Grower. . .
The juxtaposition of David's maniacal laugh with the beautiful musicianship always entertains and impresses. Had the opportunity to see a house concert a few years ago and it was one of the best musical concerts I've ever experienced.
Sir, I have hiked the Smokies a long time. I’m 63. I have a picture of my grandpa holding me by a sign to Clingmans Dome when I was just a few months of age. I own a small home on the Little River that comes out of the Smokies. I play the acoustic guitar. It does my heart good to know that sweet music from such a fine musician is coming from a Smoky Mountain tree. I will listen to you and your Olson guitar for as long as I can. I absolutely love your story. Play and sing and speak the sweet language the world needs to hear. Thank you
David, I love your authenticity and your laugh. You are so deserving of this James Olson guitar! Your songs continue to inspire and amaze me. Thank you for delivering your heart and message for us to hear.
'when there's nothing left, you will always have what you gave to love' .....great lyric
I discovered David Wilcox as a summer camp director in NH in 1988. He dominated that summer among all the staff. Some of his tunes still bring tears to my eyes. I wish there were a songbook of David Wilcox songs for dummies. I'll never be able to play like that.
❤
Had the pleasure of hosting a house concert last month with David. Such a special experience. Wonderful human being and musician.
I did not expect learn so much about acoustic guitars, now I understand all my old Martin feel about their treasures.
Your Olson has great clarity and the highs are bright. Don't ever let it out of your sight!
What a beautiful sounding guitar.
Regardless of the quality of the materials and the workmanship in any instrument, the end result is only potential. Not until it gets to the hands of master does it release that potential. David Wilcox is such a master of songwriting (and playing) that the true beauty of the guitar is revealed. This chord progression and voicing in this song reminds me of a Bach chorale. Of course, I've been a David Wilcox fan for years. I'm sorry I only just found this but I'll be coming back again and again.
For those wondering, the song is called "Deeper Still" on his album called "What You Whispered"
A co-write with the wonderful Beth Nielsen Chapman
That you, Iwas getting ready to post/ask him the name of the tune. I love his style & voice! Will be looking for his DVD..... Thanks a lot!
Cole Duke Do you know the intro song that he plays till 0:45?
Thanks - I just 'ripped it' using Logic Pro but it ends with a talk about the rosewood neck :-)
@@adamgatica he's just playing around, it's not a song - but the chords are similar to "Good together"
thank you David and Acoustic Guitar magazine. as a luthier who is on the learning edge, hearing stories like these really inspire me. no better acoustic magazine than AG. thank you David for your songs and your stories, but more than that, your spirit. thank you James Olson for your craft, but more than that, your character.
Lovely story and a nice tune!
I love it when he on the fly in the middle of the song tunes the D-string without interrupting the playing.
I loved watching Keaggy do that in concert too.
Listening to that masterpiece and your story was the best 20 minutes I've spent all year. Thank you for sharing your lovely music as well. Play on...
Simply beautiful. The guitar AND the discussion Oh! And the song!
Brilliant musician... His story reminds me of his AMAZING song, "All The Roots Grows Deeper When It's Dry" especially given the 'Smokey' Mountains, Dry Climate with which this tree rested & matured... Just venting. Love Mr. Wilcox. I hold much respect for his talents. His old manager, Tom, is such a class act too. Wonderful humans. When I covered a couple of David's songs, "Common As The Rain" & "Rusty Old American Dream" which is off my 'Moonshiner' record. Search, Brian Allan Bode, "Moonshiner" & I do apologize for the shameful plug but it was so special to me when I heard from, Tom, and he said, David & I really like these versions. Not many take that "time" to make another feel good, even if only for a moment. That moment lasts a lifetime. Thank your for you talents & dedication, Mr. Wilcox.
Respectfully, Brian Allan Bodë.
As a native Minnesotan, I can say he does a great Minnesota accent when imitating Olson. Sweet story and clip.
That was great! Worthy of Fargo!
I HAVE LISTENED TO HUNDREDS OF OLD AND NEW GUITARS IN MY SHORT 59 YEARS OF LIFE AND YOUR GUITAR IN MY OPINION HAS THE CLEANEST SOUND I HAVE EVER HEARD AND THIS GUITAR WOULD GIVE A HERRINGBONE A SERIOUS RUN FOR ITS MONEY.
Wonderful story, beautiful guitar. I love the song too!
Beautiful Olson. Deep low end and super bright high end. Perfection. ❤️
Thank you. I am happy when your posts pop up on my phone.
This is a beautiful guitar and fine story!
This is the BEST story... and Dave's music is just as awesome! Thank you Dave!!!
Your joy over this instrument is contagious. A true treasure to hold, and in the right hands. Thanks for sharing.
One of my favourite listening moments on TH-cam.
Beautiful. You deserve each other! Love the guitar and the story. Thanks David. i saw you in Newport KY 25 yrs ago. God bless.
omg this guitar sounds like heaven, amazing ...it has everything, bass, high, mids, sustain, beautiful envelope...AMAZING!
Goosebumps while you were singing the song. Great guitar, SUPERB song. Love you David Wilcox
man im crying, you're words sound like poetry.....James Tayor's "youve got a friend" brought here......
Now that's a guitar sound to die for.
Colin Owen, well said
@@bodeghost So-o-o Ke'ewl!!! THANKS!!
I'm dead now
Absolutely Beautiful Guitar, what a wonderful work of art!
My life is better because I heard your story and listened to that perfect tone!
This is it! This is the best guitar ever produced by the hand of man! Beginning, middle and end. So right.
Ten minutes before I started watching this I went online and bought a used Asian production guitar, which is all I can now afford. I've had some beautifully crafted guitars in teh past: a Doerr, Charis (with a neck just like this), Goodall and plenty of Taylors etc. Hearing this tone makes me want to cry - so responsive and beautiful. Lovely playing of course and I will love my new purchase when she comes - but one day I hope I'll be able to get an Olson (cedar) :-)
For what it's worth. I hope you get an Olson too.
I think this is the best sounding Olson I have ever heard.
good lord. that guitar cuts it. what a mellow/ crisp sound. damn.
That’s awesome he mention T Rice. That guitar has me drooling
What a great story lol, as a fellow acoustic addict i just loved hearing this story
An amazing guitar is only amazing in the hands of a master musician, which David Wilcox is. That being said, after 20 years in the music business, an extremely talented musician can bring you to tears with a Wal-Mart guitar. David is the only musician that brings both together in perfect harmony.
Dave-I saved up for several years to have James build me one because of you. Listening to it, even beneath my clumsy fingers, is one of my great joys in life. Had I never heard your music...I would have missed that. Thank you for sharing...and please come back to Spokane.
Amazing story, beautiful guitar. I was lucky enough to meet him once backstage, and his laugh caught me off guard so great!!
I want an Olson soooo bad!!!! This guitar sounds amazing!!!!
Acoustic Guitar Magazine - thank you for posting this video. David Wilcox - I hate you (in an "I'm envious of you for that guitar" kind of way). I don't have any reason to hate you, David Wilcox, the person - except for the part of you that was so fortunate and had that specific guitar built for you. Grrrrr.
I wouldn't watch but then, well, let's watch it.
The story of this guitar is awesome .
Holy Moses, this guitar sounds absolutely amazing, and really uniq. And thanks for the story :-)
If the opposite of destiny is being in the right place at the right time, then that tree, James Olsen and David Wilcox were all there at the right time, for such miracle of nature, craft and artistry to occur. Privileged are we to behold it.
That rings like a beauty, my lord!
What you gave to love will be your only lasting treasure. What a truth. When you uncover this truth you have uncovered the secret to life.
a beautiful guitar and a song that came from the angels, it's so beautiful it made me cry and smile at the same time....thank you.
You will always have what you give to love. Thank you David.
I have a 71 Larrivee, made by jean larrivee and grit laskin. Grit told me it is the second guitar that larrivee made
I have a 000-60 Larrivee - best for the money I think
I've had my first OM, a Larrivee OM-60 in Indian Rosewood and Maple binding, etc. Looks and sounds fantastic but, dang, the action is so high compared to a D35, Taylor 614, etc. I down a full step and use a new capo and still the bridge is high. I'm considering having a Larrivee level luthier lower the bridge and nut; maybe some of the fossilized ivory...
So beautiful. Love this guy, too.
I sit 2 feet from the center of the stage at a show he did in Ft Worth at Caravan of Dreams back in 1991. I could have stolen his set list. Loved DW since Rusty Old American Dream and Let Them In Peter. Download all you can find. It's that good!
Still my favorite guitarist of all time.
I went online and listened to multiple versions of him playing this, and this one here is the best rendition Iheard
Ive never heard of him but, hes a very good player!
It doesn't get any better than Brazilian rosewood back and sides.
This guy is fucking incredible.
Good lord, so who owns this amazing guitar now? One very lucky person. Now I've noticed this strange phenomena where many of the most prolific and devouring guitar collectors don't play particularly well. Just an observation. But I just hope to god that whoever owns this now can really freakin play the damn thing cuz it's a gift to the guitar universe
How deeply your playing touched my heart is very hard to communicate. Let's just say as a musician as well, my soul resonated with your style, your ability, the emotional content, and how your whole being in harmony with the guitar was engaged to create a reminder that we are more than flesh and blood, political affiliations, or religious beliefs. While 'Thank-you' is appropriate, it is also inadequate. I want an Olsen now!
Beautiful sound and story. Thanks.
Gem of a guitar, and a gem of a story. Life is good.
Wow … truly a masterpiece. Great video ✨💛
Wow. That was great. And what an exquisite guitar.
“She’s just Dancing” My favorite David Wilcox piece.
Stunning guitar.
The sound of that guitar is mesmerizing
Oh wow! What a beautiful sparkle and projection coming out of that piece! It has a presence that nearly connects your mastoid bone to the bridge! Apparently the more note harmonics it can project from each string, the closer to the magnificent chorus of the universe you get! That spruce is now able to sing out the beauty it observed those many years, clinging to that rocky ledge and peering into the starry sky at God. Just wow, Dave! That guitar speaks love by its very essence. Thanks for sharing. BTW, I have a Breedlove Stage Dreadnought from about 5 years ago, and an old ‘63 Gibson J-50 acoustic Dreadnought. The Breedlove is exceptional, yet not quite as sweet as that piece in your video. Drooling!
It rings for ever. Legendary guitar maker.
Happy birthday David and thank you for that story.Your guitar is absolutely beautiful.
Tuning- Deeper Still (B-G-D-G-B-D tuned -1 down, Cut Capo on 4)
Partial capo?
As a guitarist, I've been a fan of David Willcox for over 20 years. This is an amazing guitar, such small and even growth rings give an instrument that indescribable tone. This type of wood has become very difficult to find due to over logging. You are a fortunate man David, and an impeccable musician.
Incredible. Thanks for that, David.
Thanks for sharing! Guitars are like people… all unique, precious, interesting…. But some are special - stand out from the rest. I am lucky to have one such guitar, that one is amazing too!
David is amazing.
Brazilian, Adirondack and David Wilcox. Perfect.
Great story about the Smoky Mt wood.
Great story. Yeah I don't know what it is about it but I've come back to listen to it 3 times. Even though I know the story now I just like hearing it. The mark of a good story teller.
Love this story! I saw him back in '88 here in San Antonio...loved it...David Wilcox, when are you coming to San Antonio, TX. One day soon I hope.
Eye Of The Hurricane is one of my all time favorite songs. You are a world class story teller and an awesome musician. God bless you David!
What a beautiful guitar! I wish I had ONE Olson. Love the story, and know about James and some of the wood he still has for special guitars. YOURS is very special, and the tone just so beautiful I had tears in my eyes. Outstanding! A real treasure!
wow
just sounds amazing
thanks for the story also
lovely performance..just like watching an episode of scrubs..laughing one minute and being moved the next..especially liked your laugh...so infectious..lovely song and great guitar playing.
Wow! You made my day with your story...and your playing and piece, is superb. You must do many scores.
this guys cool...could listen to him and his playing for hours....guitars are things of mystical beauty which only the 'chosen' few of us appreciate \m/
beautiful guitar
Everything about this video is beautiful.
I'm just sitting here laughing out loud, knowing you told James Olsen, "No." 😂
Great guitar and sound played by great musician and raconteur with a laugh that is also great! I'd like to hear the guitar in regular tuning without the capo using open string chords .
An amazing musician and storyteller. Seen him many times. I know Dan Lashbrook, and he is, indeed, as old as Mr. Wilcox says. But for absolute certain that was NOT the last adirondak spruce tree in the smokies. Anyone who thinks otherwise is being naive. Nor was that the last top, or brace wood from adi trees in the smokies. But an amazing story that David enjoys owning. And we are richer for it.
That is a beautiful guitar in every way. The song was also beautiful! 🤠
The tone of this guitar is Stellar!!!
Sounds like Dadgad tuning....
What a great video!🎶🎵🎶
Beautiful. Thank you!
It has nice clean look and sounds fantastic.
Thank you.. Has to be one of the best guitars I've heard.. Thank you for sharing the story and playing your extraordinary instrument.
Wonderful story and beautiful song that brings out an incredible rich tone. Thanks, David.