Molly Miller

Molly Miller

Americana Jazz Guitarist

A versatile guitarist blending sophisticated jazz improvisation with raw surf-rock and folk influences, known for her rhythmic groove and melodic clarity.

jazzAmericanasurf rockfolk

About

Dr. Molly Miller is a Los Angeles-based guitarist and educator who leads the Molly Miller Trio. A sought-after session player, she has toured with Jason Mraz and the Black Eyed Peas while serving as a professor at the USC Thornton School of Music.

Music Style

Her sound is a distinctive mix of instrumental Americana, jazz, and surf-rock, emphasizing song-based arrangements and organic, groove-driven improvisation.

Background

Hometown
Los Angeles, CA
Education
USC Thornton School of Music
Instruments
guitar
Active
2010s-present

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Notable Collaborations

Jason MrazBlack Eyed PeasZayn MalikJennifer CondosJay BelleroseSin Bandera
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Past Events

Molly Miller Trio

Bar LunAtico

Guitar • Headliner

Jul 31

Molly Miller Trio

Bar LunAtico

Guitar • Headliner

Apr 20