As a steel guitarist, my skills lie in the art of playing tastefully supporting the singer and song. I have national touring experience including performances at Stagecoach, Bonnaroo & Red Rocks as well as direct support for Chris Stapleton, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Charley Crockett, and Jenny Lewis among others.
I am a fast-working pedal steel guitarist and utility musician based in the San Francisco Bay Area. There, I have earned a reputation as the go-to steel guitarist in San Francisco's storied roots/Americana and country music scenes. In addition to pedal steel guitar, I am also available to record guitar, Dobro, lap steel, mandolin.
I am available for in-studio or remote session work and touring opportunities, great hang with stellar references.
I looking forward to working with you!
Contact me through the green button above and let's get to work.
16 Reviews - 3 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedI needed a rush job and Ian delivered quickly and professionally. Playing was superb and parts were locked in. Will hire again!
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great job
check_circleVerifiedI had a general idea about how pedal steel might sound good on a new track. Then I heard Ian’s pedal steel performances with it and I don’t know how I could have tried doing this song any other way. If you need pedal steel, talk to this guy!
check_circleVerifiedGreat playing! Gives you more than what you could imagine. Then anything that you can imagine, Ian will take your notes and get any revisions done super quick and right to the brief. Thanks man.
check_circleVerifiedGreat playing and character to Ian's track. Super easy to work with has great ideas and takes your suggestions and makes it happen! I'd definitely work with Ian again!
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Tremendous working again with Ian, captured perfectly what I was after in terms of both melody and ambience. A true professional who cares about and delivers on the detail. Highly recommended
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Ian has a fantastic ability with both pedal and guitar to capture the exact ambience and atmosphere I was looking for. His attention to detail to get the perfect take has been awesome. A pleasure to work with.
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If you are looking for a pedal steel player Ian is the BEST! He always nails my vision on the first go or first revision and he turns things around SO quickly. The quality of the recording is always fantastic as well. I will continue to use Ian as my go to steel player!
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Ian was great to work with! He nailed the vibe I was going for and had a very fast turn around time. He also did a great job with the recording itself. Can't recommend him enough if you need pedal steel on your project!
check_circleVerifiedI used Ian for some mandolin on a track. Very quick response, beautifully recorded and played to perfection! Highly recommend!
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I've worked with Ian on multiple songs and will certainly hire him for more in the future. I appreciate that Ian knows his way around the pedal steel and plays masterfully but makes it a priority to serve the song and not overplay. His tasteful approach gave my songs the exact sound I was looking for.
check_circleVerifiedIan took the song and understood what I needed for it perfectly. He was able to introduce and work on my suggestions. Perfect playing and delivery. GREAT!!!
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Ian did a fantastic job of helping me bring my songs to life with his tasteful playing style. Will definitely be working with him again in the future!
check_circleVerifiedIan is a fantastic pedal steel player and I couldn't be happier with the results. Good communication as well and a quick turn around! Highly recommended!
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Ian did an awesome job on pedal steel and had a very fast turnaround!
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Ian provided just the feel my tracks needed. Excellent communication, responsive to feedback, quick turnaround. Had a great experience and would be happy to work with him again in the future. Thanks Ian!
I was the Pedal Steel and Acoustic Guitar in this production
- Pedal SteelAverage price - $170 per song
- DobroAverage price - $170 per song
- MandolinAverage price - $150 per song
- Electric GuitarAverage price - $170 per song
- Acoustic GuitarAverage price - $170 per song
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Up to two revisions in addition to the original track delivered. Tracks can be provided dry (no effects) or with a separate track for effects as requested. Turnaround time typically within 72 hours.
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