Ethan Gutzeit, a talented musician, honed his skills at the Berklee College of Music, where he specialized in jazz performance. His dedication to his craft has significantly shaped his music career, allowing him to explore various opportunities in the jazz genre.
Ethan Gutzeit: Jazz Musician Biography
Ethan Gutzeit began his music career at the age of twelve, diligently practicing throughout high school and drawing inspiration from notable guitarists such as Vinnie Moore, Eric Johnson, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, Yngwie Malmsteen, Richie Kotzen, Greg Howe, Paul Gilbert, Tony Macalpine, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Jeff Beck, to name a few.
After high school, Ethan earned his Bachelor's Degree in Jazz Performance from the esteemed Berklee College of Music. While attending Berklee, he studied under Bruce Bartlett, Mick Goodrick, and Mark White, which deepened his interest in jazz. During these formative years, Ethan was influenced by jazz legends like Frank Gambale, Allan Holdsworth, George Benson, Mike Stern, John Scofield, Wes Montgomery, Steve Khan, and Wayne Krantz.
Following his time at Berklee College of Music, Ethan pursued further education and obtained his Master's Degree in Jazz Performance from SUNY Purchase, studying with renowned musicians Steve Khan, John Abercrombie, and Wayne Krantz.
Currently, Ethan Gutzeit performs in the New York Metropolitan area with his own jazz and fusion projects. In addition to his performance career, he contributes as a transcriber for Jazz Improv Magazine and shares his expertise as a teacher.
