I've been playing for 20 years now. I think the best thing about playing guitar is not playing things that other people go "wow, that was awesome" , or someone says "that's great!" My personal favorites are the things I play that make me get lost in my own world between the headphones, alone in my house.... the riffs and jams I stumble across that make me close my eyes and play over and over because to me it's just so beautiful and zen. Those are my favorite moments.

@Jimbo116

7 ай бұрын

I have the same moments, and sometimes i get stuck 😊 completely zen

@charlesosgood2823

7 ай бұрын

I don’t know about Zen, but I call it “the Zone.”

@jacobseraphin685

5 ай бұрын

To me music is not something you hear, it is something you feel, if that makes sense

@aaronkatz2024

5 ай бұрын

Yup ! Inageee I like playing my own stuff it feels more personal

@BikerBen

3 ай бұрын

This right here is why I play. I don’t care who else listens, I play for me and to feed my own soul, to lift myself up.

The smoothest guitar guy on KZread. His teaching approach is incredible. I've just started his Next Level Playing course and I've learned more in the last few weeks than I've learned in my 20 years of playing. Everything is connected and Pauls way of showing that is top class. Thanks for your time Paul

@PaulDavids

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@zzombiedeath

Жыл бұрын

yeah very indept bet explained so a kid can understand ... bob marley ..

@victorwilburn8588

Жыл бұрын

+1 to the quality of his guitar courses. I started with Learn, Practice, Play (even though I had been playing guitar for decades, I never really advanced beyond being a decent strummer, so I still found the beginner course valuable). I am now working through both Next Level Playing and Acoustic Adventure. I now have much better command of the neck, scales, leads, etc., in addition to keeping my rhythm techniques polished and expanding them a bit. And no, Paul did not pay me to post this. ;)

@lm8404

Жыл бұрын

I’ve been wanting to try his courses for over a year now.. As soon as I have the funds, I’m on it!! Good to hear from y’all that it’s a good course..

@RakingStraw

Жыл бұрын

I’m on level 7 of Next Level Playing and it really is awesome! I’d buy another course From him in a heartbeat

I love how passionate he explains everything!

@pdg_strix2447

Жыл бұрын

thats the best part, and, nice umaru, anime guitarrists ll dominate the world

@courtneyoneillviolin

Жыл бұрын

hello

@SusilVignesh

10 ай бұрын

Bob ross of guitar😊

This makes me nostalgic for a time I never had and a song I never heard, this tickles my brain very beautiful

@happybear777

Жыл бұрын

I felt the same way. Sent me on a listening binge of songs with similar tone. There is a bittersweet song of love and loss in there somehwere.

@jaylunar3561

Жыл бұрын

wow. what a great way to phrase it\

@courtneyoneillviolin

Жыл бұрын

hi

@RandomUser-nf8dr

11 ай бұрын

@@happybear777 Any recommandations for songs with a similar tone?

What's always amazing about your videos, Paul, is the way you effortlessly and clearly talk while playing without missing a beat. That's as impressive as your playing itself

@MichalMarcinkowski

Жыл бұрын

Yes! A tutorial on how Paul does this would awesome!

@sirseymour

Жыл бұрын

As soon as I start playing, I become functionally mute. I'm a reasonable guitarist, just physically can't do anything else at the same time 😂

@PetraKann

Жыл бұрын

You’re kidding right? Clearly it’s second nature and there’s highly developed muscle memory involved. It’s like saying how can anyone play an instrument and sing at the same time? See Jimmy Hendrix.

@davidt9841

Жыл бұрын

@@PetraKann Hmm, would he be related to Jimi?!?

@davidt9841

Жыл бұрын

I agree.. and have thought the same for quite some time. Check out Paul’s video on Travis picking for further example!

Watching Chet Atkins play basic scales and chords but making them sound so beautiful changed how I approach music. There is so much hidden beauty in things people take for granted.

"There's always someone who will love it"❤️❤️ . Paul you are a light in so many people's dark times.....thank you❤️....thank you for everything❤️🍻

Paul cares so much about his channel and his subscribers. The amount of time and effort he puts in his videos is insane. You can tell when someone loves their instrument.

20 years into the guitar journey and I’m still falling more in love with it. Got my first one at 16 from my great grandmother and I’ve never been the same. People that don’t play don’t know what they are missing in life. Cheers Paul.

@courtneyoneillviolin

Жыл бұрын

hi

Anything is fair game in music and arts. Simplistic or not, if it sounds good and amazing, that's all that matters. Cheers Paul.

Always love the silky smooth chord progressions you play. Always makes me want to pick up my guitar right away.

This gives me major 'Explosions In The Sky' vibes. It's very beautiful. Wonderful piece.

@JeremyStookey

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Couldn't nail down why I like it so much but that's why.

Have followed you for some years now and you have never disappointed!! I simple love these videos you drop now and again. Inspirational. Thank you.

Honestly, one of the most beautiful pieces I have ever heard. It brings me so much melancholic and chill vibes. I could listen to you all day long. Thank you! You made my day better!

Probably the only guitar channel i can bing watch for fun without even worrying about what it is you are doing. The voicing sounds so good. Thank Paul for been awesome!!! 🙌🙌

The best performed guitar lesson I've ever heard. Wonderful storytelling.

Paul's touch on the guitar is truly unique, it's the player here that makes this progression sound so amazing

As a school music teacher myself, I can honestly say that you have a very natural gift - you make people believe 👍

No joke, Paul that was amazing and I love the creativity in this track. You really motivate me to pick up my own guitar either electric or the accustic to play something no matter what it is. I always enjoy your videos, because there are so much calm and philosiphy in there. Thank you Paul I am really exited for your next creation!

Beautiful, eloquent, just what we have come to expect from your wonderful gift. Thank you, Paul!💚

So passionate. My life goal in this world is to be like him in his playing style. Man it’s so beautiful and so encouraging

What a fantastic teacher. The way you just effortlessly talked us through what you were doing while you were doing it.

These are always my favorite videos Paul does. He gets me in a chord pattern groove that I can branch off from into my own thing. Love it and thank you for the virtual jam partner Paul!

The guitar is an amazingly versatile instrument. I started off with learning covers 20 years ago, and recently you have opened up for me, a new way of looking at the guitar. I'm loving all your your scales/arpeggios and chord progressions such as this superb piece. Mate, I'm finding it really enjoyable and meditative practising and listening to your music. Keep doing what you do. Thank you Paul.

Everytime i heard this progression, i wanna cry, touch my heart so deeply. Fantastic piece of art. "sometimes, it is just so easy"

You never cease to amaze me paul 😊

This is just perfection. You're honestly one of the most influential player of mine... and that tone !

the playing, commentary, story, timing, production, and editing is INCREDIBLE. Paul has always been top notch in guitar content, and to see him continue to up the ante is remarkable.

@courtneyoneillviolin

Жыл бұрын

hi

My husband just sent me your video with the note, “ This is why Paul Davids is my favourite online guitar teacher.” He sends me many of your videos. I love each and every one. I think maybe it’s time I gifted him some Next Level Playing for Christmas . . . or sooner. Thank you, Paul, for your beautiful music! 💕

@foxfox2149

4 күн бұрын

Hi! Just curious, how'd that go? If I may ask ☺️

Your playing is so inspiring, Paul. The tone, and reverb, complements it perfectly. One request would be, and this is true of all your videos, please please please can you provide details of how you achieve the tone 🙏

You know it's phenomenal if Paul says it's "the most beautiful" thing he's madeand these pieces are the best when he talks you through it while making it more and more complex

The tone is amazing! Beautiful and lush sounding.

Yes…Paul’s great! He bright, talented, and a great teacher because he makes what he’s teaching CLEAR, SIMPLE and EXCITING….what a GIFT!

This riff is also beautiful, just like the one from your video about the Open D Tuning. I love how calm it is

I absolutely love these types of videos. You're one of my favorite guitarists on youtube. Much love :)

This is so beautiful Paul! Very soothing and thought reflecting! Thank you good sir.

Epic lesson. What a great way to gradually elaborate in real time, explaining everything so clearly.

I picked up guitar about 11 months ago and I’m playing the most beautiful and heavenly things and about 60% of them is all thanks to Paul. I can’t thank you enough for your influence. I have all your courses and each one teaches something new. Thank you 🙏

“Ethereal” is the word that comes to mind. Simply amazing work, Paul!

@courtneyoneillviolin

Жыл бұрын

hello

man, I wish I had a fraction of your music understanding. It all sounds so easy when you explain it, yet I can't understand it when I take my guitar and try to think the way you do. I'm in a way desparate not to have your talent, yet thankful you have this talent and share it with us. Keep sharing, you're a source of inspiration for many of us.

Man you've managed to create something truly unique with your channel. Your music, smooth voice and the calming visuals make a magical combo. Not only do these videos make me learn to play guitar but they give that special feeling that life's pretty good 😊 What's more, I just had the most refreshing nap with your videos playing on the background 😃 Thanks!

Tend to smile when I watch your work. Glad you are still playing, creating and explaining.

Stunning left hand work, just sublime.

Thank you for sharing Paul. Amazing as always.

REALLY stressful day and you took me to such a wonderful space: just beautiful. Thank you.

You are a truly inspiring person I just want to go pick up my guitar everytime I watch one of your videos, thank you so much for sharing 🙏🏻

you guys on these inter webs always putting sand in my eye....wow thank you for the inspiration! that's just the loveliest video I've seen in quite some time. DUDE!

Paul breaks down how to successfully write beautiful post-rock. (the 16th-not4 variation is the sweet-spot of what I'd like to hear in a great post-rock piece) Magnificently done!

8mnts of eargasm. Soothing. Thx paul. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

I love these videos of yours where you start with a foundation and keep building on it. Super sounds and style.

Wow, the play style you utilize is simplistic and perfect for the story of the song. Amazing stuff!

Woah.. so emotional. I'll give it a shot this weekend, thanks for existing Paul! ☀️

Thank you for this beautiful song, I have been practicing every day for a few weeks to reach the highest level of difficulty and it has been very beneficial for my right hand.

This is some extraordinary gourmet stuff. Amazing! Thank you Paul!

these videos are always the highlight of my day, thanks for making them

Beautifully played, Paul! Appreciate the lesson- Be good to you 🤍💛

Fantastic. Beautiful. Spicy. As ever, Paul, Thank you!

One of the most beautiful chords progressions i ever heard!!!

Yes. That is very beautiful. Regardless of how simple or complex you played it I always thought it was beautiful.

Love the sound impact in bringing some quietness, also with the other video you played open D so beautiful. Thanks and GOD bless!

This chord progression brings back memories of my childhood The sound of early 2000s pop rock stuff ❤🤌🏻

I just get so refreshing listening to such melodic music... Thank you bro

Thanks Paul! All your videos are a true work of art.

ive learned so many things from this guy. amazed by the way i play now thank u so much

What a gorgeous sound comes out of your instruments!💗

you've never disappionted me always mr. paul. what an amazing guitar and contents.

Breathtakingly, achingly, beautiful. Thank you, Paul.

Right now you are the greatest here on KZread, what a huge sense on simplicity and beauty. Thank you

So amazing, Paul- brought tears to my eyes

Thank you again brother. Your talent and articulation is without question, awesome and your channel, the best thing on youtube.

You always show me something new and lovely. And you always need cpk sin it clearly and simply. You’re a great player and a great teacher. A rare combo.

BEAUTIFUL sounding ES-335.

You sir, thank you for making my guitar journey so smooth and easy. If it weren't for you and Marty I would've dropped this beautiful instrument months ago. Truly one of the best teachers in KZread, please don't ever stop :') ily

What a beautiful piece indeed, really enjoyed that, the chords, melody and tone were perfect. all the best

So beautiful. It brought me tears😌

Beautiful, simple demo and lovely playing as usual, Paul.

High quality video Paul. You always share your knowledge with great examples and leave the student to improvise around it for themselves. You have taught me a very great deal about triads, and how easily they can make beautiful sounds. Thank you

I love this magical and serious but amazing Type of your videos! Thank you!

All of this man’s guitar tones are so nice

The Bob Ross of guitar! Love ya man, keep playing your happy little chords!

@UnforgivenIV

Жыл бұрын

I was just thinking that! It's the sonic equivalent - so relaxing!

this just sounds so beautyfull i love these cords!!!😍

I liked how you put the pick down on your knee and carried on fingerpicking, I often do that. Beautiful playing as always, thank you!

Sounds absolutely amazing Paul!

Been quite a a lot happen over the last month or so, some the greatest moments of my life (the birth of my daughter) and some the hardest, almost losing her and mum, family and covid. But your videos have helped inspire me to pick up the guitar again and out those feelings into lyrics - which is helping to focus that lost and desperate place into a manageable, productive and relatable one. Thank you sir, the absolute best to you and yours. T

very beautiful to hear, calms my mind to listen to it

You make it look so easy Paul!

This is amazing Paul!!! Congratulations!!!!!

Yk all I can say is THANK YOU, I've only been playing about a year (5 months properly tho) and I've been struggling with what to learn. Looking for cool solos. But then I came across a few things that made me fall in love with pretty, calming music. Then I came across this. This type of music has made me fall in love with it, thanks.

Thank you Mr Davids for your amazing (helpfull)videos !

Beautiful. Stunning piece Paul

thank you paul!! you always inspire me to pick up the guitar when im having a music crysis

I can't explain what I feel when watching these kind of videos Paul. So soothing and perfect. Is this a song?? I can't wait for more videos like this. You never disappoint! Best guitarist on youtube no doubt.

@shintaroiwata1778

Жыл бұрын

At least best teacher. He makes difficult music theory concepts really simple. Also focuses on music, not talking as much which a lot of people fail to do.

Great video Paul,wonderful playing as always 👏👏

Thanx for your content, man, it inspires me a lot! Blessings! 🙌🏾😎❤️

Best video yet... Love it... Thanx Paul!

Incredible guitar lesson. Could playing it endlessly. Many thanks 😊

This is one of the greatest progressions I've ever heard.

I love how you build the tune as you go. Your talking is actually better than most songs out there...

Simply beautiful Paul!! 🎼😎

Love the delay and it sounds great!