Zachary Larson Guitarist

Session Guitar/Banjo/Mandolin

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A classically-trained professional dedicated to getting the best guitar sounds for you!

Session Services Offered:
+Guitar (Classical/Electric/Acoustic)
+Mandolin
+Banjo (5 String/Tenor)
+Ukulele

I can record pre-written/notated parts, or tailor something new to enhance your music!

Short Bio: I am a classically trained guitarist and hold both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in guitar performance. I have toured with the Broadway musicals Finding Neverland and Escape To Margaritaville, internationally as a classical chamber musician, onboard luxury cruise lines, and have shared the stage with several notable artists including Jimmy Buffett, Kerry Ellis, Robbie Howard, and Telly Leung. I perform often on Broadway and am an endorsed artist with Deering Banjos. My recorded work spans from classical standards, pop tunes, musical theater cast albums and soundtracks, to mind-bending experimental pieces.

No matter if your project needs guitar, banjo, mandolin or ukulele, send me a message and I can deliver what you need!

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

8 Reviews - 3 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Chris H.
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    Great playing, communication & delivery - Zac worked on a really tight deadline and delivered exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

  2. Review by Brian A.
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    Fantastic Job done. Highly recommended . Great Guitarist , one happy customer!!

  3. Review by M
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    Amazing musician. Would Highly recommend.

  4. Review by M
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    Zachary is a fantastic guitarist! His attention to detail and playing ability is simply superb.

  5. Review by Sharif M.
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    Amazing , Fast , responsive , Delivered a few days before deadline date ,
    gave a lot more data than what i expected
    Quality is Amazing
    not the last time i'm hiring Zachary for Sure
    provided every revision and adjustment i asked for and even more
    if you are looking for a pro guitar player who can read Midi files ( other options are a nightmare with other musicians )
    who is inovative , smart , fast , look no further , please Hire Zachary

  6. Review by Doug K.
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    Zachary is an extremely detail-oriented and technically proficient guitarist!! Quick turnaround as well.

  7. Review by Sandeep C.
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    This was my second time working with Zachary and he is the consummate professional.
    It has been a pleasure working with him and I look forward to an opportunity to work again.

  8. Review by Sandeep C.
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    Fantastic working with Zachary who was an absolute pleasure to work with...

Interview with Zachary Larson Guitarist

  1. Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

  2. A: The original cast recording of the musical The Magnificent Seven. I was the guitarist (electric) on each track. After a successful run of the show in NYC, we recorded the album with the Grammy-winning recording engineer John Kilgore at his studio in Manhattan. Everything went so smoothly, and the guitars were sounding fantastic. It was definitely a highlight for me.

  3. Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

  4. A: That I only play nylon strings! Although I am classically trained, I am always working on electric and acoustic guitar projects.

  5. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  6. A: Musical Theater, Soundtracks, and classical-style works.

  7. Q: What are you working on at the moment?

  8. A: I just finished a cool project with Stew-Mac guitars in Athens, Ohio. We built and recorded some tunes on their new Body-Build Acoustic Guitars. Check the out the video on Youtube!

  9. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  10. A: I have always been a musician, playing brass instruments and piano growing up, and then moving on to guitar when I was 13. I auditioned and completed 2 degrees in guitar performance and have since toured the world playing classical, broadway, and sideman-style gigs.

  11. Q: What's your typical work process?

  12. A: The first step is to always listen and internalize the music provided by the client. What follows is usually learning the parts, making any adjustments needed, and then recording. I like to send parts to clients very quickly just in case we need to make any more adjustments before delivering the final product.

  13. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  14. A: Frequent communication and clear responses are something I always strive for, and greatly appreciate it when a provider does the same

  15. Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

  16. A: The Cuban-born classical guitarist Ricardo Iznaola. He is a true example of excellence in everything he does, and he does everything in the biz.

  17. Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

  18. A: Arranging and recording a client's piece of music to be played on classical/nylon guitars. I am also frequently asked to provide Spanish sounding solos and lead guitar to existing tracks.

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Terms Of Service

I provide quick turnaround and always send a detailed list of my work with the first draft of recordings. I currently offer multiple revisions.

GenresSounds Like
  • Manuel Barrueco
  • Jimmy Buffett
  • Earl Scruggs
Gear Highlights
  • Howell Concert Classical Guitar
  • Fender Telecaster & Stratocaster
  • Ibanez Semi Hollow
  • Taylor Acoustic
  • Eastman Archtop
  • Eastman Mandolin
  • Deering Banjo
  • 1928 Paramount Tenor Banjo
  • Line 6 Helix Multi Effects Unit
  • Logic Pro X
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