Album Notes

A native of central Illinois, David has been playing acoustic guitar for over 30 years. His playing has been influenced by a wide variety of artists including Chet Atkins, Doc Watson, Gregg Allman, Leo Kottke, Big Bill Broonzy, John Fahey, Rev. Gary Davis, and Jorma Kaukonen.

David's music is propelled by a hard-driving alternating thumb. Add plenty of blues licks, hammer-ons, pull-offs, and bends, and before you know it you'll be tapping your foot to the infectious beat.

And smiling.

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Here's what they're saying about David's debut CD, "Things I've Seen":

"'Things I've Seen' is a wonderful collection of finger-picking folk music." -- Jessica Cochran of www.OpeningBands.com

"Few guitarists present their material in such a way that I find myself captivated, hanging on every note. David Berchtold has the rare ability to combine musical talent with heart and soul." -- Mark Lush of www.MidwestBands.com

"Your cd is great! ...you need to send it to a good record company." -- Frank Black, WGLT Radio DJ

"He sure can play guitar!" -- Travis Gibson

"Very nice. I can tell that no one had to work too hard to record him. He sure has his sound together. (His) right hand sure makes things sound good and his attack is very smooth and controlled" -- Larry Park of Radio Bandits

"David, fantastic guitar playing on your CD!!! Absolutely love your style (and that Larrivee D-05 doesn't sound that bad either!!!) and technique. In fact, I couldn't just listen to the one song as you suggested, I had to listen to them all. I really like 'Often the Distance', 'C-Ya On Down The Road' and your version of 'Amazing Grace'. But 'Windy and Warm' is certainly my favorite selection on your disc. Truly great stuff, keep on pickin' and welcome to the Larrivee Forum!!" -- NewStrings from Larrivee guitar forum.

"Just wanted to let you know that my new favorite musical number is track #9 (C-Ya On Down the Road) on your CD ....I love it." -- Cindy Charlebois

"Oh, this is beautiful.... Just listening to the first song... Love it!" -- Rebecca Zimmerman