Jazz Articles about Mark Capon

Mark Capon: The Jazz Guitar Of Mark Capon

by Ken Hohman
April 8, 2004

This record really snuck up on me. One moment you’re casually listening to The Jazz Guitar Of Mark Capon and the next you’re wondering, “Who the hell is this cat?” A New York City based guitarist, Capon offers the kind of playing that is so effortless it makes guitarists struggling with their craft want to give up for good. Schooled by the great Tal Farlow, he shares his mentor’s skill for crisp tones and fleet-fingered swing. Capon’s melodic instincts are ...