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Testimonials

Words from Legends

…painstakingly and expertly crafted, yet still sounds effortless

Under the Radar Mercury Rev – The Light in You

Scott has assembled some of the finest creative musicians in the world to participate in this tour de force musical journey. Not only did Scott perform, record and produce this music but he also composed most of the songs. Check out his fine piccolo bass solos.

Mark Egan Grammy-nominated Bassist

Perfect musical short stories.

Michael Franks Singer-Songwriter

Technical prowess combined with tight, inventive arrangements make this a standout release.

Jazz Times Music Publication

Scott has assembled some of the finest creative musicians in the world to participate in this tour de force musical journey. Not only did Scott perform, record and produce this music but he also composed most of the songs.

Mark Egan Bassist, Pat Metheny Group

It immediately puts one in mind of the 'jazz-rock' of the early 1970s, a genre that connected the dots between Miles Davis and Steely Dan.

Seth Rogovoy Chronogram

Petito's been quietly amassing an awesome body of fine work, practically creating his own sub-genre of intelligent adult music.

The Woodstock Times Album Review

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Publications

JazzTimes Bass Magazine No Treble Chronogram Hudson Valley One Rolling Stone All About Jazz JAZZIZ Keyboard Magazine API Audio London Jazz News Midwest Record Making a Scene Textura

Awards & Recognition

Career Highlights

Grammy Nominations

  • Trio Brubeck (1994) – Music Masters
  • Doc Watson – Songs for Little Pickers (1992)
  • Pete Seeger – Seeds Vol. 3 (2003)

Gold Records

  • Mercury Rev – Deserter's Songs (European Gold)
  • Rory Block – Rock in my Sock (2 Gold Singles w/ Stevie Wonder)

Chart Success

  • Sbass Music – #1 NAV Charts debut
  • Letters From Jobee – #1 NAC for 6 weeks
  • Multiple AC Top 40 singles

Critical Acclaim

  • Deserter's Songs – Top 10 Albums of 1998
  • Mojo Magazine – Top 20 Most Influential Albums
  • Folk Record of the Year 2002 (NAV)

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