Craig Eastman

Artist, Composer, Musician

“Craig Eastman is a true genius on the fiddle and its cousins. It was
a joy for me to have him play on my album. He’s an innovator and
melodist on one of the great instruments.”

- Steve Martin





Craig Eastman is a multi-instrumentalist and composer, his writing and playing featured on many films including Black Hawk Down, Pirates of the Carribean, Brokeback Mountain. He has recorded with artists ranging from Elton John to Ray Charles, Hans Zimmer, T Bone Burnett, Steve Martin.


"My recommendation for a subtle or powerful force with a graceful bowing arm.
Craig has made great percolaton' rhythms, and sonic invention, in recording with me.
I hope you'll find a slot for this gent in your eventful life.
I can't speak highly enough of him, really."

- Van Dyke Parks


"If you are lucky enough to catch him
you will not forget you have seen one of the best. . .
a special musician - Craig Eastman."

- John McEuen (Nitty Gritty Dirt Band)


Craig loves using D'Addario strings, Travel Violins by Magic Fluke,
Asher Guitars, Royer microphones, Pickups by Pickup the World,
Violins and bows from Stamell Strings.