Results for "Jazz guitarist"

Carl Amundson

Born: August, 1970

Carl Amundson, a native Chicagoan currently living in Florida, is one of the most exciting and talented guitarists in the music industry today. Carl's energetic and tasteful playing, along with his arranging talents, are spotlighted throughout his many recordings and performances. These fine works have received enthusiastic praise from journalists, musical peers and fans alike. They represent the extensive depth of Carl’s musicianship.

His unique mixture of Post-Bop, Cool Jazz, Latin, Swing and Classical idioms are evident throughout his recordings, compositions, arrangements, repertoire and ensemble concepts. Known as a guitarist's guitarist, Carl has received praise from fellow players such as: Toots Thielemans: "Thanks for Bluesette and the clean ensemble playing all through the record. Nice tribute to the JAZZ GUITARISTS." Jimmy Bruno: " The writing is very inventive and the playing is superb." Russell Malone: " I want more!"

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Art Boffi

Since arriving on the scene, jazz guitarist, Art Boffi, has been sparking interest and turning heads with his fiery brand of jazz guitar. Currently in steady rotation on internet radio stations that include CD101.9, Smooth Jazz Global, Smooth Jazz NYC, Smooth Jazz Mix New York, Radio Guitar One, and 95.5 Smooth Jazz to name a few. What makes this musician so unique is his well-thought-out arrangements and his creative intertwining of musical ideas. Influenced by traditional jazz players like Joe Pass, Wes Montgomery, and Tal Farlow, he later found inspiration from players of a more avant-garde styling such as Ralph Towner and John Abercrombie as well as Pat Metheny, and rockers such as Jeff Beck, Tommy Bolin, and Roy Buchanan. Well versed in many musical styles, when listening to his recorded work, one can detect influences of jazz, rock, and blues.

Jay Reed

Born: August 14, 1976

Short History:

Piano > 1980 | Guitar > 1987 | Gigs > 1992 | Music College > 1995 | Tours > 1997

​Influences:

​Led Zeppelin | Oscar Peterson | John Scofield | Lenny Breau | Elvin Jones | Glenn Gould | Barney Kessel | Charlie Hunter | Beastie Boys | Woody Shaw |  John Coltrane | The Beatles | Mel Lewis/Thad Jones | Pat Martino | Keith Jarrett | McCoy Tyner | Bill Frisell | Jim Hall | Jerry Reed | Pat Metheny | Dave Holland | Ed Bickert | Larry Young | Wayne Krantz | Derek Trucks | Kenny Wheeler | Charlie Parker | John Abercrombie | Etc. | Etc. | Etc.

Brad Kang

Born: August 28, 1992

Augusto Baschera

Born in Brazil, from an early age he lives in a musical environment for being from a family of musicians. He holds a degree in classical guitar from the University of Passo-Fundo with maximum value and a Master's degree in guitar from the Escola Superior de Música de Lisboa/Portugal. He was a guest soloist by the ESML Symphony Orchestra in 2016 in Portugal. Augusto is a member of the MEDINEA group, founded and directed by the Festival d'Aix-en-Provence (France).

Four albums in his own name, “Palavra de Fantoche”, 'Grey City', 'Tempos e Lugares ' and the most recent work 'APÓCRIFO'.

Shiri Zorn

Born: January

Vocalist Shiri Zorn began her collaboration with the ingenious guitarist and composer George Muscatello in 2013, shortly after she relocated to Upstate New York. Performing regularly throughout the region, she co-creates original songs and innovative renditions of existing jazz repertoire. In the last two years, Zorn has been working closely with the acclaimed jazz singer, Tierney Sutton, who is the vocal producer on Zorn and Muscatello’s newest album, Into Another Land. From 2007–2011, Zorn lived and performed in Seattle, Washington, sharing the stage with some of the nation’s most renowned musicians, including Greta Matassa, Darin Clendenin, and Beth Winter

Jack Taylor

Born: March 18, 1994

Based in Liverpool, UK, Jack Taylor brings over a decade of experience in the music industry. As a versatile musician, Jack has thrived in various musical settings, including pit work, session gigs, and functions. 

Jack's career as an international and national touring musician boasts over 500 performances across four countries. Highlights of his performance venues include:

• District, Liverpool (Supporting GRAMMY award winner Mark Lettieri)

• Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Nepal

• House of Music, Kathmandu, Nepal

• Pro Music, Belo Horizonte, Brazil

James Hogan

James Hogan is an artist who is regarded highly by his peers and is in constant demand as a touring sideman, studio musician and producer. Hogan is a "guitarist's guitarist" who is admired worldwide for his musicianship, soulfulness and authentic style. This is evident on James Hogan's acclaimed 2004 album "True Diversity." In addition to a successful performance career, James Hogan is a renowned music educator. James was a Senior Instructor at The National Guitar Workshop's Florida, Connecticut, Nashville, Virginia and SUNY Purchase campuses from 1998-2012. Hogan is currently an Adjunct Professor at The University Of North Florida and at Florida State College

Ozenc Duzenli

Born: February 25, 1996

Ozenc, known affectionately as Ozzy, is a talented guitarist hailing from the vibrant city of London, United Kingdom. His musical journey began at the young age of 11, as he immersed himself in the captivating world of rock and blues. However, it was a fortuitous encounter with the esteemed Jazz Guitarist Cameron Pierre, known for his collaborations with UK Jazz icons Courtney Pine and Byron Wallen, that ignited Ozzy's fascination with jazz music.

At the tender age of 13, Ozzy found himself performing inside the prestigious Barbican alongside musicians from Jazz at Lincoln Centre