Education
Guitarist Eric T. Johnson graduated from a joint-degree program between Tufts University and the New England Conservatory in 1989, with Bachelor's degrees in English Literature and Jazz Performance. In 1993 he also received a Master's degree in Classical Guitar Performance from NEC.He has studied with, among others, Mick Goodrick, Dave Holland, George Garzone, and renowned jazz pedagogue Charlie Banacos. His Classical instructors were Neil Anderson and David Leisner, and he also received masterclass instruction with Eliot Fisk, Roberto Aussel, and David Tanenbaum. Eric has been an Assistant Professor at the Berklee College of Music in Boston since the Fall of 2001. |
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Experience
After an active period as a sideman, leader, and composer in the Boston jazz scene, as well as regular work as a solo classical guitarist, and with Duo Entracte (flute/guitar), Mr. Johnson moved to New York City in 1995, where he performed with the Bryan Steele Group and his own quartet and trio. He now lives on the island of Martha's Vineyard, with his wife and daughter. Eric has written and produced four CDs with Crosscurrent, performs on Bryan Steele's debut CD, and has a CD with his Boston quartet, featuring the late great Jazz drummer and Dave Brubeck sideman Alan Dawson. His latest recording with the great tenor saxophonist George Garzone features the music of the under appreciated bebop-era pianist Herbie Nichols. Some critic's comments:"This could very well become my choice for CD of the year -- it's that good." - John Crossett, Soundstage.com
"The best jazz album I've heard yet this year." Adam McKibbin, Suite101.com
"...ranks as one of the year's best CDs." - Bob Young, Boston Herald
What Laugh & Jangle Productions can offer you:
If you need solo classical guitar for your wedding ceremony Eric T. Johnson is your best choice on Martha's Vineyard. He has a Master's degree from NEC, one of the most prestigious conservatories in the world, as well as years of experience.Try adding flute or voice! Imagine the beautiful sonority of classical guitar and soprano voice performing Ave Maria, or guitar and flute performing a baroque sonata. On second thought, don't imagine! Order your free sampler CD and hear it for yourself. Eric is also a Jazz guitarist and upright bassist, with four critically acclaimed CD releases under his belt, as well as two CD's with Boston's Crosscurrent, and one with New York's Bryan Steele Group. He can play solo jazz guitar (on nylon string guitar - a great sound!), or duos, quintets - you name it. Eric has a Jazz duo with the great pianist Jeremy Berlin (known to some as the keyboardist for Johnny Hoy and the Bluefish). This is an extremely versatile combination sure to make your cocktail party memorable.
Our sampler CD will help you make your decision:
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