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BEN SHER

Welcome to the world of Ben Sher! Ben is a unique jazz guitarist, who combines a deep reverence and understanding of the great tradition of American jazz guitar with a love for the great tradition of Brazilian music. Performing on both electric and acoustic guitars, Ben’s music can be referential to everything form Django Reinhardt to Djvan! Ben is dedicated to music both as a performer and educator. Spend some time here and check out some of Ben’s projects and classes! 

NEW FOR 2024

A scaled down version of the group from the 2023 SAMBA FOR TARSILA. This trio has been performing throughout NY for the past year. A new look at the classic organ trio format, emphasizing Brazilian grooves! Performing material from SAMBA FOR TARSILA (2006 Zoho Records) and Tempestade (BGI RECORDS 2006).

"The Sher’s Go Blue”! In the great tradition of father and son guitar duos: Jimmy and Doug Rainey, Bucky and John Pizzarelli and Doc and Merle Watson, we have a new team: Ben and Emmett Sher!

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