Ben Monder
Atmospheric Textural Architect
Renowned for intricate fingerstyle technique and ethereal harmonic layers, Monder’s boundary-pushing guitar work famously defined David Bowie’s final masterpiece, Blackstar.
About
A pillar of the New York jazz scene since the 1980s, Monder is celebrated for his sophisticated harmonic vocabulary and dense, impressionistic compositions. His career spans acclaimed solo albums, a decades-long tenure with the Maria Schneider Orchestra, and a transformative role in David Bowie's final ensemble.
Music Style
Monder blends complex, rhythmically elaborate fingerpicking with broad tonal palettes and subtle electronic effects. His sound is characterized by a haunting, cinematic atmosphere and profound harmonic depth.
Background
- Hometown
- New York City, New York
- Education
- University of Miami, Queens College
- Instruments
- guitar
- Active
- 1980s-present
Similar Artists
If you like Kurt Rosenwinkel, Bill Frisell — you'll love this artist
Notable Collaborations
Past Events
Jerome Sabbagh Quartet with Ben Monder, Joe Martin, Nasheet Waits
Bar Bayeux
House Band Jam Session: Amblur Trio with Brad Shepik, Ben Monder, Diego Voglino
Bar Bayeux
House Band Jam Session: Rich Perry, Ben Monder, Ugonna Okegwo, Diego Voglino
Bar Bayeux
Tony Malaby Quartet
Close Up
guitar
Tony Malaby Quartet
Close Up
guitar
Ben Monder with Adam Kolker, Jeremy Stratton, Colin Stranahan
Bar Bayeux
Duet Set(s) with Ben Monder and Adam Kolker
Bar Bayeux
House Band Jam Session: Ben Monder, Joe Martin, Diego Voglino
Bar Bayeux
French Quarter - Jerome Sabbagh Quartet
Smalls
guitar
House Band Jam Session: Amblur Trio with Brad Shepik, Ben Monder, Diego Voglino
Bar Bayeux
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