Butch Ross

Butch Ross is a West Virginia-based musician and educator known for his fresh take on the Appalachian dulcimer, blending folk traditions with indie rock energy. A multi-instrumentalist and composer, he’s spent years reimagining the mountain dulcimer’s role in modern music, whether through introspective originals like *Elk River Blues* and *Found Objects* or playful genre-bending tracks like *Sumna Dyskoteka (Sad Disco)*. His recent releases, including *They Should All Be This Easy* and *A Long Way From Shady Grove*, showcase his knack for pairing thoughtful storytelling with experimental textures. When he’s not recording or touring, Ross teaches workshops, proving that old instruments can have new stories to tell.