Salida based musician David Tipton is one of small group of artists performing on the unique stringed instrument called the Chapman Stick. He performs regularly throughout Colorado for a wide variety of venues and events.  

The extended range of the instrument and two handed tapping technique allows him to play rich sounding arrangements of original and popular tunes, new & old. His latest CD “Memento” features classic rock tunes performed on the Chapman Stick. Come discover this uncommon instrument and let yourself be carried away by its enchanting sound.  Ten fingers, twelve strings, you won’t believe it’s just one person playing!