[Chosen by a jazz guitarist] 10 guitarists recommended by Katsuhide Wakui

This time, we asked Katsuhide Wakui, a Kyoto-based guitarist, to recommend 10 guitarists.

Centering on jazz guitarists, they’re all renowned players active on the global stage.

He also selected standout tracks and performances from each guitarist, so be sure to give them a listen and enjoy!

Playlist

[Chosen by a jazz guitarist] 10 guitarists recommended by Katsuhide Wakui
	Title	Playlist	Review
1	TracesCamila Meza		South American jazz artist active in the United States
2	AlfieJohn Scofield		John Scofield's guitar playing is beautiful.
3	I’ll Be Seeing YouJulian Lage		The overwhelming performance technique of a contemporary jazz guitarist
4	Que AlgeriaJohn McLaughlin		The McLaughlin Trio’s Spanish jazz fusion
5	Goodbye Porkpie HatRalph Towner		The jazz performance on the gut guitar is beautiful.
6	When You Wish Upon A StarBill Frisell		Telecasters trending in jazz guitar
7	In A FewKevin Eubanks		The distinctive sounds and phrases of Black guitarists
8	WindowsJonathan Kreisberg		Activities of contemporary jazz guitarists
9	HomecomingJohn Abercrombie		A guitar trio expresses its appeal through improvisation
10	Watching YouPat Metheny		A beautiful song co-starring Pat and Yano