WES MONTGOMERY —
“It's impossible for me to feel like there's only one way to do a thing. There's nothing wrong with having one way of doing it, but I think it's a bad habit.”
Wes Montgomery
Jazz Guitarist
Universally acknowledged as one of the greatest guitarists in the history of jazz, Wes Montgomery virtually defined modern jazz guitar during the 1950s and ’60s. His unique idiomatic conception to the instrument and the power of his soloing influenced generations of players who followed him, including guitar icons such as guitar icons George Benson, Pat Martino, Larry Coryell, John Scofield, Pat Metheny, Lee Ritenour and Russell Malone.
LISTEN FOR YOURSELF
LISTEN FOR YOURSELF
Since the best way to demonstrate Wes’ genius is to play his music, please enjoy some videos of a few of his most memorable songs and performances.
Wes Montgomery
“Polka Dots & Moonbeams”
Wes Montgomery &
Wynton Kelly Trio
“Smokin' At The Half Note”
Wes Montgomery plays other
legendary Indiana Artist Cole Porter’s
“Love for Sale”
Learn more
For more information about Wes Montgomery, visit his official biographical site at