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PRIMARY INSTRUMENT(S):
Acoustic Bass
Bass Guitar

ADDITIONAL INSTRUMENT(S):
TYPE OF WORK DESIRED:
TOURING
RECORDING

CLUB GIGS

PRIVATE PARTIES

TEACHING MUSIC LESSONS

Other

CHART READING/WRITING SKILLS :
WRITE

READ

WRITE

READ

HOME STUDIO :
Home Studio:Yes

No

ENGINEER :
Engineer:Yes

No

ADDITIONAL SKILLS :
Additional Skiills:PRODUCER

ARRANGER

BAND LEADER

ROAD MANAGER

Other

Resume / Bio:
Luca Chiappara is a bass player based in Nashville, originally from Italy. Specializing in roots music, Luca has carved out a unique sound that seamlessly blends vintage tones with a fresh, contemporary attitude. Performing over 250 shows a year, he is known for bringing authenticity and innovation to both established genres and new music.
Luca’s musical journey began with the Don Diego Trio, where he developed his distinctive style while touring internationally. This formative experience helped him hone his ability to marry old-school charm with modern energy, earning him performances on some of the world’s most iconic stages, including the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville and Austin City Limits’ Moody Theater. He has also shared the stage with artists like Linda Gail Lewis, Slim Jim Phantom (Stray Cats), JD McPherson, Nicole Atkins, Liam St. John, and C. Thomas Howell among the others.
The Accords
In addition to his performance career, Luca founded The Accords, a traditional jazz sextet where he plays slap upright bass in a 1920s New Orleans style. As the band’s producer and arranger, he brings his vision of classic jazz to life.
These days, Luca can be found playing locally on Lower Broadway in Nashville TN and on tour with Liam St. John.
For his performances, he uses Fishman Full Circle and Pro Platinum EQ.
