- Guitar, Mandolin, Ukulele, Banjo, Lap Dulcimer
David Easterling is an award winning songwriter and performer whose songs have been recorded by artists and performed both domestically and internationally. In addition, he has recorded six albums of original music. Mr. Easterling has appeared on radio, TV and podcasts including the WDVX Blue Plate Special in Knoxville and The David Bradley Show in Nashville. His songs have been critically praised.
“…a talented musician, soulful singer, and gifted songwriter.” —Dennis Loy
He and his co-writers’ songs “give listeners a keen sense of place and character in a way only a handful of modern songwriters are capable of achieving. —Mark Duery, indieshark.com
Hero of Laredo, co-written by Marc Miner and David Easterling, shows “… the confidence of a master short story author. Perfecting the ability to tell such stories in the condensed form of a song is an art!” –Trace Whittaker, Pop Icon Magazine
Mr. Easterling has several decades of experience in all aspects of music from performance, producing, touring, songwriting, publishing, and publicity. As such, he has a great deal to offer students. He has a talent for knowing just what each student needs to accomplish their musical goals.
He specializes in Americana, Folk, Country, Appalachian Roots, Folk Rock, Southern Rock, Outlaw Country, Celtic, and Comedy music genres.