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Zane Maertens

About Me

Zane grew up in south East Spain and began his musical journey on the faithful 'ol banjo at the tender age of 13..........er..... swiftly moving onto Guitar and playing classical and flamenco styles. After moving to England in 1991 he attended the Guild Hall School of music and Drama In London on Classical Guitar.

Played in various unsigned rock/pop/funk bands in the London Pub/Club circuit. Moved onto Bass in a spur of the moment, and never looked back. ”the bass is an integral part of any band and i feel the contribution is as rewarding as a nice toe-rub”.

Touring the world on cruise ships for 3 years has given zane the experience and repertoire in any style of music, specializing in Jazz, Classical, Rock/Pop, Funk, Latin, and having the opportunity of playing with such people as Pearl Kaufman(movie pianist on; Dr Zhivago, Magnificent seven, The Godfather) , Nestor Torres( Latin Flute Virtuoso), Elliot & Ian Finkle (Piano & Marimba), and many others.

Now residing in London he play's with various bands of different genre As well as working with up and coming Irish Singer/songwriter “Chris Singleton”, He has His own “Jazz Trio/ quartet”, which plays from Restaurants like “Prism” in Leadenhall St, and The olive Tree in Hammersmith to The Tate Modern & The Design Museum. Zane also plays with function band “Flashback” as well as other corporate bands. Zane is also a Solo Classical Guitarist.

And believe it or not, he still has plenty of time for his wife and two lovely daughters, Zaya and Zeyla.