Peter Bernstein

Peter Bernstein

Jazz Guitar Virtuoso

A master of contemporary jazz guitar, Peter Bernstein delivers soulful melodies and impeccable improvisation, rooted deeply in the jazz tradition while always sounding fresh and inventive.

JazzPost-BopMainstream JazzOrgan Trio Jazz

About

Peter Bernstein is an acclaimed American jazz guitarist known for his distinctive warm tone and fluid improvisational style. Emerging in the late 1980s, he quickly established himself as a significant voice on the New York jazz scene and beyond. His extensive discography includes numerous recordings as a leader and as a highly sought-after sideman.

Music Style

Bernstein's music blends classic bebop sensibilities with a modern post-bop approach, often exploring the nuanced interplay of organ trios and larger ensembles. His playing is characterized by melodic clarity, harmonic sophistication, and a relaxed, swinging feel.

Background

Hometown
New York City, NY
Education
The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music
Instruments
guitar
Active
Late 1980s-present

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If you like Grant Green, Pat Martino, Russell Malone — you'll love this artist

Grant Green
Similar soulful, blues-inflected, and swinging organ trio work, with a focus on melodic clarity.
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Pat Martino
Shares a dedication to bebop guitar improvisation, clear articulation, and harmonic prowess.
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Russell Malone
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Notable Collaborations

Lou DonaldsonLarry GoldingsBrad MehldauDiana KrallJoshua RedmanJimmy CobbChristian McBride
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