SID HAUSMAN of Tesuque, NM writes songs of folk and Western Americana, and is a strong varied instrumentalist, playing banjo, 12-string guitar, baritone ukulele, harmonica and bones. He tours throughout the US doing concerts and workshops.

This troubadour has also performed four times at the Edinburgh International Folk Festival in Scotland. Sid has written and illustrated two children's books with companion CD's, titled One Bullfrog and Cactus Critter Bash. Sid's songs and stories reflect his experience with Native Americans, the influence of Hispanic culture and the rural environment of the Southwest. A BMI writer, he is also a member of the Western Music Association. Sid's latest CD with Liz Masterson and Washtub Jerry is Colorado Belle.

SID HAUSMAN is an illustrator, songwriter and musician who performs at cowboy poetry gatherings and folk festivals throughout the west. He offers historical programs and children's workshops to museums schools and libraries.

Sid's earlier broadsides and illustrations have been published by Lawrence Hill and Co., Sunstone Press, Mariposa Publishing Co. and Azro Press. His songs are snapshots of the past and present which reflect his philosophy that song writing is much like illustration. Sid has lived with his wife Cappie in Tesuque, New Mexico and wrangled for local guest ranches for over 20 years.