""The most innovative and influential jazz guitarist of the past 25 years" The Wall Street Journal
Bill Frisell is a groundbreaking guitarist, composer, and bandleader whose innovative work has redefined the role of guitar in jazz and contemporary music. Over a career spanning more than four decades, Frisell has seamlessly blended jazz, country, folk, and experimental music, creating a unique and instantly recognizable sound. His boundary-crossing approach has earned him collaborations with a diverse array of artists, including Paul Motian, John Zorn, Elvis Costello, Bono, and Charles Lloyd. Frisell has received multiple Grammy nominations, winning Best Contemporary Jazz Album for "Unspeakable" in 2005. His influence extends beyond jazz, with his music featured in films by Gus Van Sant, Wim Wenders, and Bill Morrison. Described by The Wall Street Journal as "the most innovative and influential jazz guitarist of the past 25 years," Frisell continues to push the boundaries of guitar music, inspiring generations of musicians across genres.
As one of Vox Museorum’s Composers, Frisell works on soundscape projects with our Creative Director Wayne Horvitz