Robert Scott

I make it a point to perform on time, therefore show up early to set-up if/when necessary. I have my own equipment, and the use of this equipment and the time it takes to set up and take down is considered when pricing gigs. I will take a 15 minute break or less per hour.

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Robert began his musical journey at a young age singing in the church choir and playing trumpet in middle and high school bands. However, music wasn't a serious part of his life until he sat in Kevin Barry's Irish Pub in Savannah, GA where he listened to some Irish blokes singing the songs of their homeland. From that experience Robert was hooked on Irish music and kindled a passion for folk and roots music.

Robert draws his influence from Irish folk revivalists such as Liam Clancy and Tommy Makem of The Clancy Brothers fame and Luke Kelly of the Dubliners. And reaching into his own roots, recordings of old timers such as Roscoe Holcomb, Dock Boggs, Clarence Ashley have all been guides for his development. As Jean Ritchie's main accompaniment was the Appalachian Dulcimer, so too has the dulcimer been integral to Robert's identity. Robert has taken his many musical influences and added a healthy dose of the indie folk movement of the 1990's with a touch of rock and roll to create his own blended Irish/Americana sound.

Robert currently lives and performs in Sacramento. His performances are lively with a bare, rough hewn honesty of heart and soul. His unique approach to the songs and music of Scottish and Irish immigrants who settled in early America, keep alive the stories for a new generation. He has worked with bands and musicians to help grow the Celtic music scene in Sacramento, and is working to do the same for Old Time music.

I have my own sound equipment if necessary and have no special requirements. Standard set-up for solo performer or trio is all that is needed.