CMA Award-winning fiddle, mandolin, and banjo player. Credits include Dierks Bentley, John Fogerty, Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, and more.
I am a professional session/touring multi-instrumentalist based in Nashville, TN. I have more than twenty years experience and have toured and/or recorded with a wide array of artists. For the past thirteen years, I have been a member of Dierks Bentley's band, playing fiddle, mandolin, banjo, guitar, and serving as bandleader. My fiddle and/or banjo playing can be heard on several Dierks Bentley albums including Riser, The Mountain, and his latest release, Gravel and Gold.
In 2016 and again in 2022, I was honored to be named the CMA Touring Musician of the Year. Although my background is rooted in country and Americana music, I'm open to any and all styles. I'm looking forward to working on your next project!
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216 Reviews - 48 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedDan played a very clean sounding track on my song and had a quick turnaround!
check_circleVerifiedDan’s work, as always is excellent. He has a great ear… he’s played fiddle and mandolin on several of my songs, and the choices he makes… notes, chords, voicing, phrasing… are all excellent. He plays parts that are interesting, that cut through and enhance the song without ever stepping on others. An absolutely wonderful musician!
check_circleVerifiedThis is my second time working with Dan. I love how he is able to convey emotion in his playing. His solo captured the sentiment of the lyric perfectly . He's outstanding.
check_circleVerifiedVery happy with Dan’s playing. Awesome. So easy to communicate with and professional. Thank you 🙏
check_circleVerifiedDan's tracks are always beautifully written, performed, and recorded. He has elevated every single song I've hired him for.
check_circleVerifiedReally good recording, pro ! Fast and nice :) I'm really happy !
check_circleVerifiedDan was quick, delivered exactly what I asked, and his recordings sounded excellent. His fiddle also sounds beautiful—natural, dark, and woody. I highly recommend him!
check_circleVerifiedIt’s been fantastic having Dan playing 🪕on my record. Anyone would be lucky to work with an amazing musician🎶.
check_circleVerifiedGreat sound, playing and turnaround time. Would def recommend!
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Definitely recommend having Dan play on your track. Very professional, great instincts, great sound.
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Dan is great! Everything worked as planned. I absolutely recommend working with him!
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Awesome!! Dan nailed the vibe and gave it exactly what it needed. A true pro!
check_circleVerifiedAnother great project with Dan! He created excellent mandolin and banjo parts for a tune for me, and the arrangement and playing were top notch. Thanks Dan!!
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PERFECT! Great to work with. :)
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As always, Dan puts his personal stamp on the music, elevating it beyond where it has a right to be.
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Dan is a stellar player! I had the pleasure of utilizing his Mandolin and Banjo skills, and he’s a true pro. Such tasteful melody choices and his timing is wonderful. Can’t wait til the next project!
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just knows what to do.
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I’ve worked with Dan many, many times and he is always outstanding. His talent is truly remarkable.
check_circleVerifiedDan has become my no-brainer go-to on fiddle. Just an exceptional player with next-level feel and instinct to serve the song. Awesome work!
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As always, he's a pleasure to work with, and the parts he laid down were great. Couldn't ask for anything better!
