BIO
A LITTLE ABOUT ME
With humble beginnings in rural Southeast Texas Craig Sheffield has paved his own road out of every stereotype and formed his eclectic tastes at every stop. From studying world folk and classical styles to forming new fusion groups on two continents; he is set in his pursuit of musical reimagination. Whether he is leading an ensemble or following along he is sure to take the listener by surprise with his mix of classic and modern sophistication.
As a producer and performer he is currently working with the Taiwan based band, Stinky Tofu, along with other projects in the southern Taiwan area as an arranger, manager, producer, and composer. His first project, Ethnos, performed in the Austin, TX area and provided workshops and clinics to those interested in learning more about world folk music from 2013 to 2016. His current large band, Ghost Money All-stars, can be seen performing at festivals and live houses all over Taiwan. He may also be heard on recordings such as JDub & The Tease’s “Moon & Stars Pt. II”, Poppy Xander’s second album “Little Ghosts”, and The University of North Texas’ 2 o’clock Steel Drum Band’s album “Special Brew” and was also a co-director of an indie music and arts festival in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan called We Are South 南迴樂 which hosted local and international musicians and artists at multiple locations all across the city.
As a music producer, Craig Sheffield focuses on helping emerging artists develop their material into something they can be proud to call their own. His experience as a drummer, percussionist, keyboard player, educator, and band leader give him a unique perspective on the minutiae of writing and recording. Building diverse elements from hip-hop to rock, world music to funk, Craig is able to traverse genres with an attention to detail that makes a final product as fresh as the party creating it.
Whether you have eclectic taste yourself or are strictly a popular music fan, Craig has developed an ear for you that spans time and globe to bring your art to another level. You may keep up to date with his latest project on Soundcloud, YouTube, and Bandcamp.
As a producer and performer he is currently working with the Taiwan based band, Stinky Tofu, along with other projects in the southern Taiwan area as an arranger, manager, producer, and composer. His first project, Ethnos, performed in the Austin, TX area and provided workshops and clinics to those interested in learning more about world folk music from 2013 to 2016. His current large band, Ghost Money All-stars, can be seen performing at festivals and live houses all over Taiwan. He may also be heard on recordings such as JDub & The Tease’s “Moon & Stars Pt. II”, Poppy Xander’s second album “Little Ghosts”, and The University of North Texas’ 2 o’clock Steel Drum Band’s album “Special Brew” and was also a co-director of an indie music and arts festival in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan called We Are South 南迴樂 which hosted local and international musicians and artists at multiple locations all across the city.
As a music producer, Craig Sheffield focuses on helping emerging artists develop their material into something they can be proud to call their own. His experience as a drummer, percussionist, keyboard player, educator, and band leader give him a unique perspective on the minutiae of writing and recording. Building diverse elements from hip-hop to rock, world music to funk, Craig is able to traverse genres with an attention to detail that makes a final product as fresh as the party creating it.
Whether you have eclectic taste yourself or are strictly a popular music fan, Craig has developed an ear for you that spans time and globe to bring your art to another level. You may keep up to date with his latest project on Soundcloud, YouTube, and Bandcamp.
"Music is your own experience, your own thoughts, your wisdom. If you don't live it, it won't come out of your horn. They teach you there's a boundary line to music. But, man, there's no boundary line to art."
-Charlie Parker
-Charlie Parker
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