Uilleann Piper
Eric Wilson is an uilleann bagpiper and multi-instrumentalist in Tucson, Arizona. Throughout the past decade his uilleann piping has made appearances on albums by various groups such as Scott Jeffer's world music band 'Traveler', hard rock band 'Makeshift Audio', and the 'Hugh O'Conor Memorial Pipe Band'. Currently, Eric can be found around Tucson playing traditional Irish music with the group 'Scatter the Dust', a trio consisting of uilleann pipes, fiddle, and acoustic guitar. Playing the uilleann pipes comes first and foremost for Eric, but his skills on the tin whistle, Irish bouzouki, and acoustic guitar are also included in his current repertoire. His debut solo album entitled "Uilleann Piper" not only highlights his abilities on the uilleann pipes, but also demonstrates his talents on all of these instruments and captures his passion for Irish music. The album also features the superb bodhran playing of guest musician and Eric's long-time friend, JC Trader.