Artist description Versatile, Innovative and Diverse. When you see him perform, you can feel the intense connection he IS with his music in whatever genre he is playing. A truly amazing guitarist/composer.

Music Style You name it, he can do it!! Yes, he has IT!!

Musical Influences Carlos Santana, John McLaughlin and Andres Segovia, as well as all types and styles of music itself.

Artist History David Nielsen is a master guitarist, composer and musician. He is a distant relative of the famous Danish composer, Carl Nielsen. Having had the great privilege of studying and playing with world famous guitarists such as Andres Segovia, Christopher Parkening, Julian Bream, Pepe Romero and Lee Ritenour, to name just a few, has had a great impact on his musicianship. He has earned both his Bachelors, as well as his Masters degree at the prestigious University of Southern California, where he has been instrumental in their jazz guitar programs. David has been a professional guitarist for nearly 30 years, he performs in the well-received jazz fusion band, Jasmine, which has had an extensive L.A. following since the '70s; he also composes television and movie scores. His "who's who" client list includes both corporate giants like Nike and The Gap, alongside media industry groups such as ABC, and HBO, to name just a few. He continues to write and record radio and television scores and jingles. He composes music for classical guitar as well as arranging jazz pieces for guitar and large ensembles. He is a published songwriter affiliated with BMI and AFTRA. He has also been involved with several other bands throughout the '80's and '90's. One in particular, Stroxx, made it to the semi-finals on the first season of TV's Star Search, narrowly losing to country stars, Sawyer Brown! David's personal influences come from Carlos Santana, John McLaughlin and Andres Segovia, as well as all types and styles of music itself. David has created an innovative technique to facilitate visualization of the guitar fret board that he calls Intervalic SymmetryŠ and is currently working on publishing this method. David currently resides in Beverly Hills, California with his wife and son.

Group Members Jasmine: David Nielsen, David Demeter, Matt David, Garry Goodman, Kenny Jones. Jazz Duet: David Nielsen, Garry Goodman. Stroxx: David Nielsen, Anne Melville, Kenny Jones, Craig Mesco. Alias: David Nielsen, Anne Melville, Sam Melville, Danny Shanahan, Danny Brant. King Fun: David Nielsen, Kenny Jones, Ernie Perez, Craig Mesco.

Instruments 7 guitars and counting .. descriptions coming soon!!

Albums L.A. Burgers, Wink, No One With A Bullet, White Beach

Press Reviews "Forays into group improvisation are reminiscent of The Section though they are somehow less mechanical in delivery." - VARIETY "The magic of their music pummels the listener with the intensity of well-aimed talent working hard." - L.A. FREE PRESS

Location Beverly Hills, California - USA

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