Mark Davis is recognized as a leader in the field of plucked string music, known equally for his work as a mandolinist, guitarist, conductor and educator. In the 1980’s and 90’s he helped to establish the mandolin-guitar duo as a concert ensemble, with many recordings and tours. In 2021 Mr. Davis started the ‘Bach in the Garden’ series of weekly al fresco guitar concerts at the Fletcher Memorial Library in Hampton, CT.
He performs in a classical guitar duo with his wife Beverly Davis, touring internationally at major plucked string festivals. Their CD, ‘Ayres and Dances for two guitars’ has received excellent reviews.
Mr. Davis has conducted the Providence Mandolin Orchestra since 1989 helping to establish its reputation for contemporary mandolin orchestra repertoire. He also performs on mandolin with the Hampton Trio and the New American Mandolin Ensemble.