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Mark Kleinhaut

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Mark Kleinhaut is an accomplished jazz guitarist known for his elegant melodic improvisations, striking technical execution and responsive accompaniment. In 2013 Kleinhaut was recognized with an entry in Scott Yanow’s new book The Great Jazz Guitarists, The Ultimate Guide published by Backbeat Books, and was honored to be included. During Kleinhaut’s thirty year career he has delved deeply into the standard repertoire, explored his taste for modern and forward sounds, and incorporates a myriad of influences. Mark looks for the spontaneous composition within the composition, and feels a jazz group’s arranging on the fly is one of the most inspiring and magical experiences in music. Additionally, Kleinhaut relishes the opportunity to create original pieces. He has over 60 recorded compositions spanning six CDs released on the Invisible Music label, including a Jazzweek Top 20 disc with saxophonist Bobby Watson and another album with trumpeter Tiger Okoshi. His latest project, Jones Street, a guitar duo with 7-string player Neil Lamb, was spontaneously composed, utilizing motifs from classical, jazz, and folk music in a completely “free” setting. Mark presently resides in Saratoga Springs, NY and at various times lived in Cleveland, Boston, Portland Maine and NYC. Some folks just love snow!