the band

Eric Robertson

Mandolin, Guitar, Lead Vocals

Born in Philadelphia, PA, Eric began playing music in second grade with piano.  He later moved to guitar and then on to mandolin four years ago.

Eric has had the honor of sharing the stage with such prestigious musicians as David Grisman, John Cowan, and the Infamous Strindusters and is currently studying mandolin at the Berklee College of Music in Boston.

Photo by Ramsay Leimonstoll

Ryan Stanford

Bass, Guitar, Harmony Vocals

Like Eric, Ryan got his start by taking piano, but eventually opted to play guitar.  He took an interest in bluegrass music while playing guitar with his uncle (thanks Uncle Jack!).  He also picked up electric and upright bass and began studying jazz theory under Wolfgang Planz.

Ryan is currently studying aerospace engineering and bass performance at North Carolina State University.

Photo by Emilia Catanoso

Bennett Sullivan

Banjo, Guitar, Harmony Vocals

Bennett took to bluegrass four years ago after encouragement from his father.  He is currently a jazz guitar major at the University of North Carolina in Wilmington.  In addition to Beaconwood, Bennett has also played full-time for Southeast Express and has twice toured internationally with the Jeanette Williams band.

Photo by Emilia Catanoso