Artist description Solo artist (for the most part), accompanying himself on acoustic guitar, Appalachian dulcimer, and (as I become more proficient) bouzouki.

Music Style Traditional and contemporary acoustic folk music, mostly featuring 6-string acoustic guitar, predominantly finger-picked, occasionally flat-picked.

Musical Influences Too numerous to mention. I have favorites in virtually every musical genre, and I have enjoyed a musical preoccupation from a young age..

Similar Artists John Gorka, Stan Rogers, David Wilcox (the American one)

Artist History I've been playing guitar for more than 30 years (and boy am I tired!). Began performing as a solo artist in house concerts and coffeehouse settings about three years ago.

Group Members Phil Ruth

Instruments Acoustic 6-string guitar, Appalachian dulcimer

Albums it's about time

Press Reviews Have never been reviewed in the press, that I know of. People of all ages tell me they find my music mellow and soothing, but not (they assure me) in a sleep-inducing way.

Location Harleysville, PA - USA

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