February 2019 accomplished guitarist Lou Volpe will be releasing his newest CD "Before and After". It combines influences of jazz, bossa nova and blues and except for two Standards all were composed by him. His last CD “Remembering Ol’ Blue Eyes”, (songs of Sinatra) received rave reviews and has gotten airplay throughout Europe as well as here in the US. A native New Yorker, Lou Volpe is a standard not only on the New York music scene, but also recognized internationally as a master of the guitar. His artistry is combined with elegance, fire and soul coupled with a seductive, lyrical sound. Volpe’s empathetic virtuosity has allowed him to work in a wide variety of musical contexts while developing a unique approach to the guitar – a warm and lyric romanticism that illuminates the worlds of Jazz, R&B and Adult Contemporary. Having a past resume of performance and recording credits with diverse artists such as Peggy Lee, Chaka Khan, Bo Diddley, David “Fathead” Newman, Chet Baker, Liza Minnelli, Lionel Hampton, Roberta Flack, Phoebe Snow, The Manhattan Transfer and numerous others; touring extensively with Bette Midler, Judy Collins and the legendary Herbie Mann (for whom he composed, arranged and co-produced) has recognized his talent as a sought-after performer either solo or with his group. Interesting mentions: A performance with Herbie Hancock at Lincoln Center; A solo performance at the Montreal Jazz Festival; Televised concerts in NYC at the John Birks Gillespie Theater (for Jazz), as well as a presentation by The Apollo Theater, NYC, for recognition of his performances in Harlem “The Jazz Capital” of NYC. His tours have included the U.S, Europe, Africa and Japan.
Awards
Lou Volpe has been chosen by YAMAHA GUITARS to be the “Clinic / Performing
Yamaha Artist” for the USA.
The year 2015 marks the 100th anniversary of Frank Sinatra's birth (December 12th 1915) and as expected, there have been many tributes to the Chairman of the Board but perhaps, none as unique as the instrumental homage by guitarist Lou Volpe on the splendid Remembering Ol' Blue Eyes: (Songs of Sinatra). Why? Because Volpe's finger-picking lyrical style and expressive phrasings succeeds in presenting a vocal instrument of sorts as the guitar “sings" the melody in the same fashion Sinatra voiced ...
Ol' Blue Eyes, of course, is the late Frank Sinatra, arguably the greatest interpreter of popular American music who ever lived. Guitarist Lou Volpe (who doesn't sing) remembers Sinatra on this entertaining assortment of thirteen tunes associated with the Chairman of the Board (and leader of the Rat Pack) plus a special tribute, “Europa," which closes the album. Why the guitar, and not the voice? As noted, Volpe's no singer, and the reasoning behind the encomium is ...
Lou Volpe is a guitarist who, in the mold of George Benson and Pat Martino has the groove down pat, but with the harmonic and melodic sensibilities to put a personal stamp on all his flights. He's worked with the likes of Chet Baker, Herbie Hancock and Roberta Flack, bringing all of that experience to Here and Now. Comfort in his zone might imply predictability, but what Volpe does is timeless, with “Prince Charming" encapsulating what makes ...
Lou Volpe is a seasoned session and touring guitarist who has backed a litany of music luminaries. On Hear And Now, he steps out into the spotlight and fills center stage with his melodic, infection playing. Backed by a superb cast of musicians, Volpe's playing straddles the line between classic jazz guitar and a more exuberant, blues-rock style. The beauty of Volpe's work is how he moves effortlessly between the two without tipping his hand. Where Volpe goes, the ear ...
“Lou Volpe is a great guitarist. You should hear this guy
play!” George Benson, musician
“Lou Volpe’s guitar stylings evoke memories of the Golden Age
of American Pop Music and reminds us why it was a Golden
Age.” Jack Kleinsinger, Producer of Highlights in Jazz “
“Every time he plays a single note I’m so taken away with his
artistry and supreme gift.” Sid Bernstein, Music Producer and Promoter
“Riveting, exciting…jazz as it was meant to be. I really do
mean that.” Joe Franklin, Bloomberg Radio
“If you like Sinatra you’ll like Lou Volpe.” Sid Mark, Radio Personality “Sounds of
Sinatra”
“Lou Volpe is one of the greatest guitarists.” Joey Reynolds, Radio Personality
“Volpe plays an inventive and entertaining groove.” 20th Century Guitar Magazine
“Lou Volpe is one of the best in the business.” Jazzreview.com
“Lou Volpe, contemporary jazz guitarist, uses cool guitar and feel-good grooves to
present a new soulful jazz view of familiar tunes with a touch of Brazil.” Payplay.com
“He has the hardness of Wes Montgomery…” Syracuse Post Standard
“Lou Volpe is a guitarist who has the groove down pat, with the harmonic and
melodic sensibilities to put a personal stamp on all his flights.” Nick Jones, All About
Jazz
“I hadn’t heard of Lou Volpe before, but I’ll be very happy to hear a lot more of him
in the future.” Tony Augarde, Guitar International
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