Craig Nelson

American bassist

Primarily Nashville based.

Yamaha Bass Artist, Craig Nelson is an accomplished professional session and live performance bass player based in Nashville. For over 30 years, Craig has had the opportunity to be a part of many award winning album projects, national jingles, as well as national and international live performances.

Craig's acclaimed professionalism traverses the vast variety of musical styles. Throughout his career, he has had extensive recording experience on both acoustic and electric bass; in genres ranging from Gospel, Country, Jazz, all the way to orchestral work with the Nashville Symphony and the String Machine.

His album credits include the biggest names in Gospel Music and many other genres. Recently, Craig's work took him to London performing, with British artist Cliff Richard, six consecutive nights in Royal Albert Hall to debut his new jazz project, Bold As Brass.