Tony Scarano
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Trained as a jazz and blues guitarist from the age of 8. First public performance was The Beatles' "Hey Jude" at age 10. He joined his first band at age 12 and has been performing ever since. Playing in a variety of bands, from Big Band orchestras, rock bands, blues bands, acoustic duos and solo performances from then on through today.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
My best experience playing live was April 2005 when I had the opportunity to play with world renowned jazz guitarist Stanley Jordan. This was the validation of a dream, being able to perform with a master at that level will forever be etched in my memory.
Your musical influences
Terry Kath, Eric Clapton, George Benson
What equipment do you use?
Guitars:
1969 Egmond nylon string acoustic
1960's Domino Californian
1966 Guild Starfire VI
1979 Guild Madeira 12 string acoustic
1993 Fender Stratocaster
2000 Fender DC-30 Acoustic
2000 Takemine E340
2001 Epiphone Chet Atkins nylon string solid body
2001 Johnson Dobro
2002 Michael Kelly Velvet II
2004 Martin D16 acoustic
2006 Harmonia lap steel
2007 Fender Squier Deluxe Telecaster
2010 Gibson Les Paul Studio Faded
Amp:
Fender Hot Rod Deluxe
