Dan Hochhalter

Fiddle, Mandolin, and Banjo

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CMA Award-winning fiddle, mandolin, and banjo player. Recording and/or live performance 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!

Click the 'Contact' above to get in touch. Looking forward to hearing from you.

195 Reviews - 42 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Garrett T.
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    Great work, as always. Dan has excellent communication and always does his best to go above and beyond with the task. Will definitely use again!

  2. Review by Ken H.
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    Quick turnaround, beautifully played and perfectly recorded. Makes it really fun and exciting to open up what he sends… puts a smile on my face every time!

  3. Review by Zak K.
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    Dan is an unbelievable talent. He's put fiddle down on many of my tracks now and I'm floored every time. Unreal playing and soul behind it.

  4. Review by Patrick Averill
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    Working with Dan is an absolute BREEZE!!! He Got the project knocked out super quickly, and I’m absolutely in love with the fiddle and banjo parts that he came up with! He’s a total stud, I’m definitely going to be using him again in the near future! 10/10 would definitely recommend!

  5. Review by Craig S.
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    Great work as always!

  6. Review by Ken H.
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    To me, the difference between good playing and great playing is empathy… connecting emotionally with the song. It’s beyond technique. The only thing I asked of Dan was that he bring his heart to the work, and play something he’d be proud of. What I got back was impeccable taste and tone, and an understated elegance that can’t be taught… pure empathy expressed in music. As it should be. Something wonderful!

  7. Review by Walter R.
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    Quick and on-the spot fiddle and mandolin parts. Another pro job. Thanks.

  8. Review by Daniel
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    Easy communication, fast delivery and I couldn't be happier with the files I got sent! Can't wait to work again with Dan!

  9. Review by Thomas
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    Awesome job, as always!

  10. Review by Jan G.
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    I’m beyond happy with the fiddle recordings Dan delivered! His talent is incredible. Highly recommended!

  11. Review by Sierra B.
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    When you work with the best, you get the best work in return. I couldn't be happier to have worked with Dan on another fiddle track.

  12. Review by Craig S.
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    Great player, great communicator, awesome experience. Hire Dan!

  13. Review by Thomas
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    Awesome work as always!

  14. Review by Craig S.
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    Great player, and very communicative. all around awesome!

  15. Review by austin c.
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    Great work on my project. Can't wait to work with Dan again!

  16. Review by Philip B.
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    The consummate professional. Dan responded quickly with a sketch and then took on my suggestions, first time, to produce the perfect take. A truly expressive player. Philip von Bison

  17. Review by Melanie E.
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    Dan created a lovely fiddle part . Very quick and friendly. Highly recommend to anyone . Beautiful playing . Thank you Dan .

  18. Review by Skip
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    I know someone has probably already said this in these comments, but DAN IS THE MAN! I had a tight deadline for a song that needed some fiddle and he literally got me all the tracks/options I needed in 24 hours. He's such a pro and I feel extremely fortunate to have found him on SB. Would definitely work with Dan again. First rate musician! Thanks Dan!

  19. Review by Sierra B.
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    Dan's work added depth and nuance to my song -- he provided an outstanding fiddle track that captured just the right vibe. It goes to show what you get when you work with the best in the business. Highly recommended and looking forward to working with him again very soon!

  20. Review by James M.
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    Dan is an incredibly talented player with a great ear for melody. I’ve hired him for both fiddle and mandolin parts and I’ve always been thrilled with the final result!

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  • FiddleAverage price - $100 per song
  • ViolinAverage price - $100 per song
  • MandolinAverage price - $100 per song
  • BanjoAverage price - $100 per song
GenresSounds Like
  • Tyler Childers
  • Noah Kahan
  • Dierks Bentley
Gear Highlights
  • Adam monitors
  • Apogee interface
  • Avalon 737 preamp
  • Pro Tools
  • Ableton Live
  • etc.
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