About this Event
Richard Gilewitz, is a world renowned guitarist, widely regarded for his virtuoso fingerstyle technique and engaging stage presence, Gilewitz has toured internationally for more than three decades, earning praise for performances that move seamlessly between classical, blues, folk, jazz, and rock traditions. His repertoire spans from Bach to Zeppelin, delivered with technical mastery and a storyteller’s charm. DigitalDreamDoor has ranked him among the Top 100 Greatest Acoustic Guitar Players of All Time.
Gilewitz has performed at major festivals and venues worldwide, including the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, and has opened for artists such as Warren Zevon, America, Leo Kottke, Steve Morse, and The Little River Band, as well as comedians including Richard Lewis and Louie Anderson. Guitar legend Leo Kottke recorded one of Gilewitz’s original compositions, retitling it Echoing Gilewitz in his honor.
In addition to his performance career, Gilewitz is a respected educator and creator of instructional materials for TrueFire and Mel Bay Publications, and is the founder of Gillacamp Guitar and Ukulele Camp. His recent appearances include repeated invitations to perform at the Chicago Botanic Gardens, where he drew the largest audience in the venue’s summer concert series history.
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Ben Woodman is a versatile Portland jazz guitarist and composer. His music is rooted in seeking out the frontiers of the guitar, both as a solo instrument and a collaborative voice. His latest release, "Pathless", is a suite of compositions written for 3 voices - baritone guitar, jazz guitar, and trumpet.
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Event venue & nearby stays
Artichoke Community Music, 2007 Southeast Powell Boulevard, Portland, United States
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