Justin Garcia
 Trainer
Jersey City , NJ
  • About
  • Funk, soul, Latin blues guitarist with 16 years experience playing live. I've performed with artists Evan Ruggiero, Olivia Valli, Jackie Burns and many others performing at Birdland Jazz to The Kennedy Center and World Youth Forum in Egypt. Currently available for solo or full band performance.
  • Genre(s)
    Rock Americana Experimental Funk Hip Hop Instrumental Jam Jazz Latin R&B/Soul blues
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    cafe bars restaurant corporate events Music Venues Concert Halls
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Biography

I started playing guitar at 12, guided by my Uncle, an established blues guitarist. Playing music was a way to connect more deeply with the music I loved. Being a fan of music I always felt the next step in appreciation was to get on the stage yourself and contribute to the phenomena. This attitude prompted me to start playing out at a young age and gave way to my love for jazz and improvisational music. I knew through musical relationships you could connect with people and communicate in a way that words are often limited.

Today my passion has lead me to working with artists like Evan Ruggiero, Olivia Valli, Jackie Burns, hip hop artist Freakquencee and many more. I've been lucky enough through these opportunities to perform at SXSW, The Kennedy Center, 54 Below, Birdland Jazz and a special opportunity at The World Youth Forum in Egypt for the president of Egypt and other world leaders. When not working as a collaborator I play with my trio in NYC, combining jazz, funk, rock and soul. I continue to try and grow as a musician via collaborations with different artists and taking on challenges outside my strengths. Lookingforward to working with you or playing your next event!

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