Franco Morone
 
One of the great names on the international guitar roster, Franco Morone is widely
regarded as the "Italian Poet of the Acoustic Guitar".  His melodies exert a powerful
charm which makes itself felt on the very first hearing and is enhanced by his thoughtful arrangements.  What is surprising in his work is the emotional impact of both his
original and the traditional tunes the latter being completely refreshed and reborn
under his fingers. 

Read more about Franco Morone or visit www.francomorone.com

 Tim Thompson - 2008 International Fingerstyle Champion
 
  As a professional musician working in a competitive industry, Tim Thompson has learned to play his strengths in more than one area of the business. Not only is he considered a guitar virtuoso and talented singer/songwriter, he’s also a much sought after independent producer and session player. With Thompson’s latest self-produced release, FACES, his thoughtful arrangements of such contemporary jazz classics, Naima (Coltrane), and Tones For Joan’s Bones (Chick Corea) are innovative and inspiring. This new collection also includes some of Tim Thompson’s own distinctive instrumental compositions.


 Martin Young
 
  Martin brings over 20 years of Nashville experience to the stage, 16 years of them
  playing, touring and recording for Country Mega Star, Clint Black. His playing style
  encompasses the best Nashville has  to offer, including original fingertyle licks,
  Merle  Travis Style Pick'n, and, of course, Chet Atkins and  Jerry Reed influences.
  His natural charm, expericence,  and stage energy gives the audience a night to
  remember. Schenk guitars is proud to have Matin as a friend and a player. 


 Mark Casstevens
 
  As a multi-instrumentalist specializing in acoustic guitar, Mark Casstevens has
  accompanied over 250 recording artists in Nashville studio sessions. At last count,
  Mark has played on 98 #1 singles on the Billboard charts. He has added his talents
  to well over 400 albums and the cumulative sales from those sessions is in the
  neighborhood of 200 million. The songs and albums have been awarded over twenty
  Grammys. Mark has performed on numerous movie soundtracks,  network and
  cable television specials, and commercials.   Currently, Mark is a staff musician at the
                                      Grand Ole Opry, playing a Schenk Guitar.

                                     Visit www.markcasstevens.com

 Kerry Marx 

There is not a top session player in Nashville who doesn't know the name Kerry Marx.  He is a true Nashville heavyweight and has played for just about every major recording artist on the Nashville scene, including Johnny Cash, Jerry Reed and Steve Wariner.  His experience includes recording for artists, jingles, and TV, although he also does a variety of live TV and stage work.   Currently, Kerry is a staff musician at the Grand Ole Opry, playing a Schenk Guitar.  Check out his Bio and be amazed!

Visit www.kerrymarx.com



 Bill Cooley 

A native of Santa Barbara, CA, Bill Cooley has been a stalwart Nashville veteran for over 20 years, called "one of Nashville's most respected sideman" by Guitar Player magazine. After working with Merle Haggard in California in the early '80's, he moved to Nashville in 1985 and has toured and recorded with Reba McEntire, Alan Jackson and Hal Ketchum. Bill has played guitar for Kathy Mattea on stage and in the studio for the last 18 years. As a songwriter, he's had his songs recorded by Kathy and Reba, among others. Bill is an absolutly fantastic person and a good friend. I am proud to have him play a Schenk Guitar.  Currently, Bill tours with Kathy Mattea,  Learn more at

                          Visit www.billcooleymusic.com


 Alan Thornhill
 
  Long recognized as a notably brilliant player (a winner of the prestigious Telluride
  Fingerstyle Guitar Championship,) his distinctive sound has been featured on
  numerous recordings (Kate Wolfe, Chris Hillman, Hoyt Axton, The Rincon Ramblers
  and more.) While his melodic playing captivates audiences of all ages, from concert
  halls to festival stages, it is simply a stunning accompaniment to what is called by
  many “one of the most beautiful voices ever heard.” 

                                      Visit www.alanthornhill.com