Jimmy Atchison is a highly recognized guitarist in the Arkansas River Valley. He is a professional studio musician of 30+ years, is published on more than 1000 recordings, and is proficient on multiple instruments including mandolin, banjo, bass, and harmonica.  He is also a vocalist.

He is alternatively recognized by his association to bands such as Bajer, Mr. Cabbage Head & The Screaming Radishes, and Larry B & TCR. Others may remember that he was in Carrie Underwood’s local band before she gained fame through American Idol.

Jimmy not only loves music, but he loves — and understands — instruments. A tenured staff member of Garrison Music Store (previously known as Sigler Music), he is the reason that Forth Smith is the centralized hub for purchase, repair, and modification of guitars, banjos, mandolins, etc. The scope of Jimmy’s knowledge in this field is well-respected; people have been known to travel many miles to benefit from his expertise.

Jimmy also serves as an on-staff musician at Community Bible Church in Ft Smith.

Most importantly, Jimmy’s sense of musicianship as well as his lead guitar speed and accuracy is unmatched.  He has an excellent ear for timing and “feel.”  Jimmy is an exceptional support musician, coming up with chord progressions in incredible variety — all in line with the spirit of the song.

Working with a professional multi-instrumentalist like Jimmy Atchison will open a myriad of possibilities for your arrangements, enhancing your songs by allowing you to add layers of rhythm guitars, mandolin, banjo, and more, bringing your studio session to a new level. Fountain Square House® is pleased to offer his services.