Max Light
Modern Post-Bop Architect
A 2019 Herbie Hancock Competition finalist, Max Light delivers sophisticated compositions characterized by intricate unisons and modern harmonic exploration.
About
Based in Brooklyn, Max Light is an acclaimed guitarist who rose to prominence as the second-place winner in the 2019 Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz International Guitar Competition. He has since become a key figure in the modern jazz scene, collaborating extensively with Noah Preminger and releasing several highly regarded albums as a leader.
Music Style
Light’s approach combines dense harmonic structures with fluid, through-composed melodic lines. His sound often explores odd time signatures and complex meters, drawing influence from both modern post-bop and the Tristano school.
Background
- Hometown
- Bethesda, Maryland
- Education
- New England Conservatory, Queens College
- Instruments
- guitar
- Active
- 2010s-present
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Notable Collaborations
Upcoming Events
Past Events
Earlybird Show: Max Light Quintet
Ornithology Jazz Club
guitar • Headliner
Happy Hour with Max Light
Bar Bayeux
Duet Set(s) with Max Light and Adam Kolker
Bar Bayeux
Happy Hour with Max Light
Bar Bayeux
Happy Hour with Max Light
Bar Bayeux
Max Light
Bar Bayeux
Happy Hour with Max Light
Bar Bayeux
Kevin Sun Quartet
Close Up
guitar
Kevin Sun Quartet
Close Up
guitar
Happy Hour with Max Light
Bar Bayeux
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