Jonathan Stout guitar · Enric Peidro tenor sax · Joel Gonzalez piano · Xavi Hinojosa drums · Ignasi Gonzalez double bass
For fans of Classic Jazz and Swing, the name Jonathan Stout needs no introduction. The Californian guitarist is a key figure in the international swing scene and enjoys a well-deserved reputation as a soloist, both leading his mid- and small-format groups, as well as his own Big Band, for which he is also composer and arranger, and the group The Campus Five, with whom he is a regular guest at top international jazz festivals.
Specializing in the guitar style popularized by the great Charlie Christian, he is one of the few specialists worldwide who masters this style alongside the “block-chord solos” techniques popularized by Alan Reuss and George Van Eps, earning recognition as one of the leading experts on the international scene. This expertise has led him to teach at some of the most important guitar gatherings worldwide, alongside soloists like Howard Alden and Matt Munisteri, among many others.
As a bandleader, he has an extensive discography and a strong online presence, with millions of streams on Spotify, YouTube, and nearly 25,000 followers on Instagram. Beyond his work as a leader, he has performed and recorded as a sideman with well-known North American ensembles such as Michael Gamble and the Rhythm Serenaders, Casey McGuill, and Dean Mora.
In short, Jonathan Stout commands the classic jazz and swing guitar scene with authority, as evidenced by his numerous performances not only across the United States but also with frequent visits to Asia and Europe, where his impeccable technique and virtuosity have earned him the recognition he enjoys today.
