Search - Peter Janson :: Compass Rose

Considered a "gifted acoustic fingerstyle guitar player" (Dirty Linen), Peter Janson's brand of American Fingerstyle music brings world-class solo guitar playing to the concert stage. Reminiscent of American Folk guitar, Celtic guitar, and American Roots music his original and compelling contemporary style is filled with artistry, superb technical mastery, and heartfelt passion. He's collaborated on stage with a variety of acoustic artists including guitar luminaries Alex de Grassi, Ed Gerhard, Dakota Dave Hull, and Chris Proctor, contemporary fingerstyle players Ken Bonfield and Steve Davison, singer-songwriters Brooks Williams, Shane Jackman, Greg Greenway, and Tim Harrison, and Celtic artists Aine Minogue, Aoife Clancy, Robbie O'Connell, and many more... With critical acclaim such as "perfection... highly creative," "a true artist's soul," and "perhaps the leading contemporary fingerstyle guitarist today" there's no doubt he has bridged a gap bringing together the every-day music fan with die-hard guitar fans. Peter's music has entertained millions throughout the world on radio, digital radio, internet radio, TV, on airline flights, and live. He is a regular performer at guitar festivals and concerts throughout North America. His solo recordings include Firelight Moonlight, Winter Gifts, Across the Bridge, Sometimes From Here, and most recently Compass Rose. He also appears on numerous international recordings and compilations.