Herb Pedersen is an American musician who has made significant contributions to the world of bluegrass, country, and folk music. He was born on April 27, 1944, in Berkeley, California.

Pedersen began his music career as a guitarist and banjo player in the 1960s, playing in a variety of bands, including the Dillards, the Desert Rose Band, and the Laurel Canyon Ramblers. He is also known for his vocal harmonies, which have been featured on many recordings over the years.

In addition to his work as a sideman, Pedersen has also released several solo albums. His first album, "Southwest" was released in 1976, and he has since released several others, including "Lonesome Feeling" (1984) and "Sandman" (2001). He has also collaborated with many other musicians over the years, including Emmylou Harris, Linda Ronstadt, and John Denver.

Pedersen has been recognized for his contributions to the music industry, including being inducted into the International Bluegrass Music Association's Hall of Fame in 2018. He continues to perform and record music to this day.

1. "Southwest" (1976)
2. "Sandman" (1977)
3. "Lonesome Feeling" (1984)
4. "Double Bass" (1994)
5. "Bakersfield Bound" (1996) (with Chris Hillman)
6. "Out of the Woodwork" (1997) [with Chris Hillman and The Rice Brothers (Tony Rice)]