STREAM MUSIC DAVE

Across all platforms and travel through songs born under Alaskan skies. Every play helps the story reach farther and keeps the music alive.

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THE ADVENTURES OF MUSIC DAVE
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What
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Real feedback from the people who trusted me to set the vibe for their space.

Rob Borland
OWNER | URSA MAJOR

“ I run a small Distillery with a tasting room in Fairbanks, Alaska. Our state laws recently changed to allow us to have live music. David Snyderman was one of the first live performances we had, and he was absolutely perfect for our venue. A great mix of his really great original songs along with classic and entertaining covers. I ended up booking him a couple more times that summer to do some entire weekend gigs. You won’t find an easier musician to work with. David Snyderman puts out a really great product.״

Jen Pickett | Director of Growth & Marketing
Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling, Co.
“Two hours of original groovy music, great guitar and harmonica, and plenty of jam! Having Dave and the Ice Worms play our beer garden was awesome! Dave has a knack for connecting with the crowd, storytelling and moving smoothly from one song to the next, making the whole evening fun! Cold beer, fresh air, and musicians sharing their own songs—what more could you ask for at Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling?״

Music Dave's

Music Dave arrived in Alaska in 1999 with the U.S. military and found himself drawn to storytelling during the long, dark winters of the Interior. Picking up an acoustic guitar for comfort and creativity, he soon began writing songs about love, war, and aviation—deeply personal themes inspired by life, service, and the vast Alaskan landscape.

He quickly took his stories to the people of Fairbanks, performing at places like Ivory Jack’s, on street corners, and at local farmers markets. These early performances built a lasting connection between Music Dave and the Fairbanks community—one grounded in honesty, humor, and human experience.

Driven by a love of language and craft, Dave enrolled at the University of Alaska Fairbanks and earned his Bachelor’s degree in English. His academic background continues to shape his approach to songwriting, allowing him to merge poetic storytelling with melody in meaningful and accessible ways.

In recent years, his storytelling has evolved into multimedia form. He is the creator of The Adventures of Music Dave, an online flipbook that combines original fiction with a unique, integrated soundtrack. This immersive story, which he describes as intergalactic Alaskan folk, follows a character named Music Dave on a cosmic journey of self-discovery across galaxies. The project lives exclusively at musicdaves.com, where readers can experience the story enhanced by original music embedded directly on the page—an innovative blend of song and narrative that expands the possibilities of storytelling in the digital age.

Once deeply rooted in Fairbanks, Alaska, Music Dave built a musical community through live performances and intimate Sunday evening gatherings at his backyard Artist Market off Gillam Way. These gatherings celebrated original music, storytelling, creativity, and the connections that bring people together.

Now relocated to Port Orange, Florida, Music Dave is embracing a new chapter in his musical journey. With over two decades of performing experience, a growing collection of original songs, and new stories to share, he is eager to bring his music to fresh audiences throughout Florida and beyond.

Recently certified in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, Music Dave is also exploring the healing power of music through workshops, classes, and interactive musical experiences designed to encourage connection, stimulate memories, and promote dignity and emotional well-being among individuals experiencing memory loss.

Though his roots remain in Alaska, his music continues to grow beyond geographical boundaries—connecting people through stories, melodies, imagination, and the belief that music can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.