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Dennis Moss
Dennis earned a Bachelor of Music from Cornish College of the Arts. As a Cornish student, Dennis studied with notable jazz artists such as Dawn Clement, Chuck Deardorf, Julian Priester and Jovino Santos Neto. Dennis earned multiple talent-based scholarships and graduated Magna Cum Laude.
There are several unique aspects of Dennis' playing that set him apart. A fingerstylist, Dennis has a gorgeous tone and he plays the seven-string guitar. Dennis has a strong harmonic sense and his voicings are unique among guitarists. His ability to take on multiple roles simultaneously (combining melody, harmony and basslines) makes him a perfect fit for small ensemble and solo performances. Dennis' playing style is very lyrical and his sound is warm and engaging. His music works great as background ambience for events and also as a main attraction.
Awards
Departmental Scholarships-Music from Cornish College of the Arts
Gear
Steve Andersen Vanguard 17" 7-string archtop, vintage Fender amps, Weber speakers and Monster cables
Tags
Take Five With Dennis Moss
by AAJ Staff
Meet Dennis Moss: Dennis Moss is a Seattle-based jazz guitarist. He has performed for many private events and has performed in venues such as McCaw Hall at the Seattle Center, Soundbridge Music Discovery Center at Benaroya Hall, Legion Hall, VIRGINIA V Historic Ship and PONCHO Hall. Dennis currently leads his own groups, performs as a solo artist, teaches guitar privately, and presents jazz guitar clinics.Dennis earned a Bachelor of Music (jazz guitar performance) from Cornish College of the ...
read morePrimary Instrument
Guitar
Willing to teach
Beginner to advanced
Credentials/Background
Dennis offers quality jazz and Brazilian guitar instruction. Lessons can be at Dennis' guitar studio in Tigard or at the student's home in the Portland area. Dennis has been teaching privately for many years and has also taught guitar at Plateau Music (Issaquah, WA). Contact Dennis for rates and availability.
Clinic/Workshop Information
Dennis presented a jazz guitar clinic in May 2008 at the Seattle Symphony Soundbridge Music Discovery Center at Benaroya Hall.