Nate Najar is one of only few guitarists who play jazz on the classical guitar. Many guitar players emulate horn players with blistering single note runs, but Nate prefers the more orchestral approach afforded by the classical guitar. Contrapuntal lines, lush harmony, and a full swinging sound have come to be associated with his guitar work. Swinging jazz sounds, blues, and Brazilian styles are all at home under Nate's hands.
Rick Anderson of the All Music Guide says it best:
"One of the most consistently interesting and enjoyable young guitarists on the jazz scene.... Highly recommended."
Nate has learned from some of the world's greatest guitarists including Frank Mullen, Jack Wilkins, Gene Bertoncini and Romero Lubambo.
Major jazz festivals and clubs such as Washington D.C.'s Blues Alley have featured Nate and his band. In addition to leading his own group, Nate can frequently be seen performing with Duke Ellington alumnus Buster Cooper.
Nate's newest CD from Blue Line Music, Swinging With The Nate Najar Quartet, is now available at www.natenajar.com , www.cdbaby.com and most major online and traditional retailers.
"Every note clear and meaningful, every solo perfect in execution."
Steven Rosenberg- Just Jazz Guitar Magazine
Discography
Swinging With The Nate Najar Quartet; Nate Najar and His Quartet- Like, Coolsville; The Cool Sounds of Nate Najar; The Nate Najar Trio- Jazz Impressions; Carl Amundson & The Modern Guitar Quintet - Guitarists!; Carl Amundson & The Modern Guitar Quintet - Kinda Cool; Frank Mullen & the Swinging Guitars - Dues Paid in Full (reissue producer)
All songs are from the new cd:
"Swinging With The Nate Najar Quartet" available from www.natenajar.com . |
