Our #1 solo instrumental guitarist, performs exciting & emotional arrangements...originals as well as well-known songs from various styles and eras.
Our #1 Guitarist began playing guitar at age 11. Upon learning to play “Photograph” by his favorite band Def Leppard, he never looked back. He immersed himself in the instrument, excited by the energy of classic rock and early 80s metal, and found himself in his first rock band at age 12.
His musical interests widened when he hit high school, thanks to inspiring and committed teachers who sensed his potential. Not only did his stylistic influences expand into classical and jazz, he also began to conquer several other instruments, including piano, saxophone and drums. |
He took every opportunity to play in numerous rock, classical and jazz groups, including New York’s All-State Jazz Band. Inspired by technically advanced musicians such as Yngwie Malmsteen, Steve Morse, Chick Corea and Frank Gambale, this #1 guitarist kept setting the bar for his technicality and expressiveness higher and higher. Joe credits a miraculously supportive family, school, church and a like-minded community of artistic friends for enabling and encouraging such intense focus during his high school years.
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