Scott has over 30 years of professional experience in concert, clubs and in the studio, performing thousands of gigs and on dozens of recordings. He has played both nationally and internationally and has appeared on stage and recordings with such diverse artists as Luther Allison and Albert King (blues), James Burton (Elvis), Aaron Neville, Fred Wesley (James Brown) and members of The New Power Generation (funk/R+B), and jazz greats such as Jack McDuff, Steve Khan and Steve Swallow. Scott has also helped put on clinics with the late, great studio guitarist Tommy Tedesco, and clinics on his own at grade school, high school and college levels.

Being a full time pro, he prides himself on having the best gear available, including a studio and PA.

Scott's Blog

Solo Guitar/ Opening For Gato Barbieri

I enjoyed playing before another “blast from my past”, Gato Barbieri’s show at Rossi’s Blue Star Room. His growling sax style has been borrowed by plenty of today’s smooth jazz sax players.  read more »

Opening For Spyro Gyra (Playing Solo Guitar)

Over 25 years after I first played some Spyro Gyra tunes in a band, I had the chance to open a show for them at Rossi’s Blue Star Room in Minneapolis.  read more »

A Brush With Greatness

Friday, November 9th, I had a duo gig with vocalist Joy Divine in downtown Saint Paul at The St Paul Hotel. It is a very nice hotel, near The Ordway Theater and other attractions.  read more »

Summer is Here! Scott Dercks Trio is featured on the Cover of "Duet" the Musician's Union Magazine

I hope everyone is enjoying the beautiful summer weather here in Minnesota. The world is Alive with the sounds and smells of the bounty of the season. Get out and Enjoy It!  read more »

Gracias Amigos for a GREAT TIME in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

My trip to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico was a great success. I played 3 nights at Cuates y Cuetes, a nice cafe on the beach. One night with a couple from Brazil, doing primarily brazilian/latin music.  read more »