 |
Mark Schatz
Bass, Clawhammer Banjo,
Percussive Dance
Mark is a prominent figure in the new acoustic music scene. Twice named IBMA Bass Player of the Year, and currently nominated for the 2011 Award, he has worked and/or recorded with an impressive variety of artists including Bela Fleck, Jerry Douglas, Maura O'Connell, Tony Rice, John Hartford, Emmylou Harris, Linda Ronstadt, Tim & Mollie O'Brien and most recently, Nickel Creek. He also acts as Musical Director for the internationally-acclaimed Footworks Percussive Dance Ensemble, which showcases his other talents - clawhammer banjo and Southern Appalachian clog dancing.
He has two solo recordings, Brand New Old Tyme Way & Steppin' in the Boilerhouse, both on Rounder Records. He's also released two instructional bass videos on Homespun.
Also check out other members of the Claire Lynch Band...
Matthew Wingate :: Mark Schatz :: Bryan McDowell
top of page