BIO

Sybil Grace is an American session guitarist, composer, and songwriter on the autism spectrum. She holds a Master of Arts in Songwriting and Music Production. Born on an active volcano and raised in rural Washington State, Sybil’s compositions are deeply informed by her unique perspective, storytelling roots, and a diverse musical upbringing.

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Her early musical landscape was a melting pot of genres—ranging from classical and country to rock and progressive rock. These formative experiences fostered a deep affinity for composition, influenced by artists such as Tom Waits, Elliott Smith, Jimmy Webb, and Taylor Swift, reflecting her eclectic taste and adaptability.

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Sybil began studying guitar at a young age, taking private lessons from local music store instructors. By age 13, she was performing in a local rock band and pursuing guitar studies with growing seriousness. At 18, she began formal training under some of the world’s leading guitar educators, including Luca Turilli, Zack Uidl, German Schauss, Nili Brosh, and Jennifer Batten—continuing private study for over a decade.

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After performing in local venues, Sybil gained national attention as an emerging talent in session guitar work, composition, and songwriting. In recent years, she has become an endorsed artist with B.C. Rich, Ovation, and D'Angelico Guitars, and showcased her work at Summer NAMM 2021 in Nashville, hosted by Bog Street.

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Sybil’s work blends disparate musical elements into cohesive and emotionally resonant pieces. Her songs often explore themes of love, loss, and everyday struggle, marked by a distinct, dark undertone.

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Notable Milestones:

• Guitarist for PNW power metal band Last Bastion (2019)

• Featured by Ovation Guitars on International Women’s Day 2022, alongside Melissa Etheridge and Kaki King

• Two-page interview in Guitar Girl Magazine, Winter 2022 (Issue 22)

• Substitute actor/guitarist for Haven Chicago’s full run of Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Summer 2024)

• Guest soloist on Lightbreaker – The Annihilation of the Annealids (2023)

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Remaining true to her rural roots, Sybil draws inspiration from the natural beauty and history of her surroundings. She is committed to contributing a unique voice to 21st-century American music, particularly in composition and songwriting.