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Whether you’ve heard guitarist Dave Stryker leading his own group (with 30 CD’s as a leader to date), or as a featured sideman with Stanley Turrentine, Jack McDuff, and many others, you know why the Village Voice calls him “one of the most distinctive guitarists to come along in recent years.” He was recently voted once again into the 2019 Downbeat Readers and Critics Polls for the 10th time.

…one of the most joyous feels around. –Pat Metheny

Eight Track Christmas is here! (Just click the link).  Eight Track III was #1 for 6 weeks (!) on the JazzWeek Radio chart and received great reviews including 4 Stars in Downbeat.  His previous CD “Strykin’ Ahead” stayed on the JazzWeek radio chart for 25 weeks, reaching #3 and was picked as one of the Top CD’s of 2017 in Downbeat and many other lists. His previous CD “Eight Track II” went to #2 on the JazzWeek Radio chart staying on the chart for 20 weeks and received 4 Stars in Downbeat. “Messin’ with Mister T” is a celebration of the man he worked with for over a decade — Stanley Turrentine, “Mister T” — with ten of the greatest tenor sax players on the scene today. It went to #1 on JazzWeek Radio and stayed in the Top 50 for 20 weeks and received great reviews including 4 1/2 stars in Downbeat magazine. *JUST IN: Dave Stryker’s Jazz Guitar Improvisation Method Vol. 3 book is now available here.

…one of the most distinctive guitarists to come along in recent years. –Village Voice

Most recent blog post

  • Eight Track Christmas is here! 8TK3 #1 for 6 weeks on JazzWeek Radio chart! 4 stars in DB. Dave’s New Improv book Vol 3 Order now… – Hello Friends! Eight Track Christmas is here! We decided to celebrate our #1 status by going back into the studio last June. This is a hip Christmas record and you can order here on the site -just click on the link or on Buy CD’s above. Check out my upcoming gig info on my itinerary page. Eight Track III has stayed at #1 for the last 6 weeks on the JazzWeek radio chart and received 4 Stars in Downbeat! The other news is Dave Stryker’s Jazz Improvisation Method Vol III is hot off the press. Both are available right here on this site .  “When it comes to ultracool & hip jazz, guitarist Dave Stryker is at the very TOP of the list… what an absolutely fun album. The album opener, “Move on Up“, alone, makes it well worth purchasing the full album. Jared’s organ just KICKS IT OUT on this superb tune! Stevie Wonder’s “Too High” is one of the best performances of the tune I’ve ever heard. The recording is just flawless. I give Dave & his superb players a MOST HIGHLY RECOMMENDED rating, with an “EQ” (energy quotient) score of 4.99 out of 5.” Dick Metcalf, editor, Contemporary Fusion Reviews Back in April I was a guest with the WDR Big Band in Cologne Germany for a week. My good friend Bob Mintzer arranged and conducted 9 of my songs and we recorded an album, made a live video and played a few gigs. We are working on releasing this great recording next year! Thanks to the readers and writers who voted me once again into the 2019 Downbeat Readers Poll and Critics Poll. Much Appreciated! My teaching website has launched at Artistworks.com. I have put a lot of time into this site and look forward to meeting and working with anyone who wants to learn more about jazz – all levels are welcome. Come by and check it out: http://artistworks.com/join#dave-stryker My last CD “Strykin’ Ahead” stayed on the JazzWeek radio chart for 20 weeks, received 4 Stars in Downbeat where it was picked as one of the Top CD’s of 2017. It also was picked Best of 2017 by Huffington Post – Ralph Miriello,Cadence Magazine – Larry Hollis,Bill Milkowski ,All About Jazz – C. Andrew Hovan,Positive Feedback – Marc Phillips and Curt’s Jazz Cafe. You can order all of my recordings and my book (currently reprinting) right here on the site. Just click Buy CD’s Icon. Also please check out my itinerary page for more info on upcoming gigs.. Hope to see you soon! DS   Facebook email Twitter

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  • By Mike O'Leary October 9, 2019 - 3:56 pm

    Hello Dave,

    I’m a fan and former student (Summer of 2002 or thereabouts). I looked up who the guitarist was on Kevin Mahogany’s recording of Tears of a Clown on his album Pride and Joy, and saw that it was you! By any chance do you have a written arrangement of that particular songs’ recording? I’d very much like to purchase it..
    Thank you very much.

    Sincerely,
    Mike O’Leary
    Cranford, NJ

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    • By Dave October 13, 2019 - 9:36 pm

      Hi Mike
      thanks. I miss Kevin, he was a great person and singer. send me an email at [email protected]
      thanks
      Dave Stryker

      Reply
  • By Simon Sargsyan September 25, 2019 - 4:48 am

    Jazz critic from website http://JazzBluesNews.com

    Hi !!! Dear Dave Stryker,

    Sorry to distract you from your activity.

    I am Simon Sargsyan, editor in chief of Jazz Blues News website http://jazzbluesnews.com

    I would be happy if you could answer some questions for my email interview about NEW CD and music.

    Our website has 38, 759 followers, and 63 000+ daily visitors (data by Google Analytics). Visitors are spread all over the world. We have editorial offices in Boston and Paris.

    Thank you in advance…

    Contact email: [email protected]

    Warm Greetings!!!

    Simon Sargsyan

    Jazz critic, editor in chief

    http://jazzbluesnews.com

    Follow us at Jazz&Blues group on FB, with more than 57, 000 followers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/JazzSimonBlues/

    Reply
  • By Ted Gilley September 3, 2019 - 6:32 pm

    Hi, Dave. I would love to learn to play your song Katmandu but can’t find the music. Can you help? Thanks; really liking your music! Ted

    Reply
  • By Gregory Karasick August 21, 2019 - 10:22 am

    Hello Dave, I have seen you many times perform at Shanghai Jazz in Madison N.J. I was wondering what strings and what gauge you use on you double cutaway arch top.

    Thanks,
    Greg Karasick

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    • By Dave August 24, 2019 - 1:56 pm

      Hi Greg
      I use D’Addario round wound 13-56 w a plain 22 G
      hope to see you soon, come say hello
      Dave

      Reply
  • By Kerry Reese July 23, 2019 - 7:28 pm

    Hello, please contact Rick Jackson at Chorum Hall, Baton Rouge, La. about getting a possible October date with you. ph# 225-268-2339 Thanks!

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    • By Dave August 24, 2019 - 1:59 pm

      thanks Kerry! I believe we are all set for Oct 22nd….
      all the best
      DS

      Reply
  • By Mark July 14, 2019 - 9:29 am

    Hi Dave,
    I have listened to you for years and I just read the article in Jazz Guitar Today.
    I see you collect PolyTone 15s. I have one in mint condition, used less than 15 times. In the 1990s I emceed a jazz guitar series. I have a 1995 PolyTone Mini Brute IV that I had many of the artists sign such as Jim Hall, Bucky Pizzarelli, Mundell Lowe, Kenny Burrell, Larry Coryell, Jimmy Bruno, Vignola, Alden, even Stochelo Rosenberg. I also have posters from the same series signed by Herb Ellis, Charlie Byrd as well the people mentioned above. These have been sitting in my studio for 20 plus years , let me know if you or anyone you know may be interested.

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    • By Dave July 27, 2019 - 10:35 am

      HI Mark
      Haha…sounds like a nice one but I have plenty!
      If I hear of anyone interested in anything I will let you know.
      thanks
      Dave

      Reply
  • By Marc Cohn July 5, 2019 - 3:14 pm

    Greetings, Dave. Big fans here for you & Jared Gold. If you’d like our help in promoting your Oct gigs in New Orleans, you can send us mp3s from the latest ‘8 Track’ release. Maybe a side gig in Baton Rouge before or after your N.O. shows. I’ve sent your info to the BR Arts Council for consideration.

    Marc Alan Cohn (DrJazz)
    Host, Gifts & Messages
    96.9 WHYR-FM
    1623 Main Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
    streaming Saturdays 3-5pm Central
    whyr.org
    http://www.mixcloud.com/drjazz
    media.allaboutjazz.com/radio.php

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    • By Dave July 13, 2019 - 9:55 am

      Hi Marc
      Just sent you an email and link. thanks Dave

      Reply
  • By Jim Scully June 30, 2019 - 2:05 pm

    Hey Dave

    Knew you from hanging out in coffee places in Park Slope. I was the guy who knew how to cut a turkey at your wedding. I’m living upstate NY now and would like to get on your mailing list.

    Reply
    • By Dave July 13, 2019 - 9:54 am

      HI Jim
      great to hear from you…long time! I’ll let you know if I’m upstate.all the best Dave

      Reply
  • By Steve Burns June 7, 2019 - 10:47 am

    Hi Dave,

    We went to school together from K-12. I only recently heard about your career, and will be looking into your music. Is there a way to get on a mailing list so I can learn about your touring schedule? We live near Sacramento now. Thanks, and congrats on your new Cds success.

    Best, Steve

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    • By Dave June 26, 2019 - 11:53 am

      Hi Steve! Great to hear from you and hope all is well. Best way is to check the itinerary page on the website here. I will put you on the list.
      all the best
      Dave

      Reply
  • By Terry Koger May 28, 2019 - 1:45 pm

    Hey Dave, I would like to get a copy of your jazz improvisation method for B-flat instruments. I have a student that would benefit from some of the teachings in this method. Let me know how I can purchase. See you in July?

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    • By Dave June 26, 2019 - 11:54 am

      HI Terry…sent out. see you soon! Dave

      Reply
    • By Elaine Tramutola August 24, 2019 - 5:34 pm

      Hi Dave,
      Don’t know if you remember me, it’s been a long time! You were the best guitarist I’ve ever worked with. Thank you. Elaine

      Reply
      • By Dave August 30, 2019 - 1:03 pm

        Hi Elaine! hope all is well with you …it’s been awhile! all the best Dave

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