Andy MartinAndy Martin started playing in his early teens, after being exposed to music at an early age by his mother, who often played classical piano for him. He dedicated his teenage years to practicing his instrument for sometimes 16 hours a day, while studying theory, ear training, composition and improvisation with Linc Chamberland, Ted Greene and Chris Risola. Andy began supporting himself soon after by teaching others.
Andy came up with his unique technique by watching his mother use both hands on the piano, and adapted this style, so he could play the melody, chords and bass all at the same time. Andy calls this technique "Table-Top Guitar".
Andy's compositions come from within. He considers harmonic contents a part of his soul and a building block for what he calls "Melodic Instrumental Mood Music, with emphasis on Rock, featuring Two-Handed Tapping Technique".
Andy has a wellspring of ability on the fingerboard and his compositions exhibit depth, taste and original expression with a wealth of harmonic content. In his compositions, one can hear influences from such greats as Steve Vai, Vivaldi, Joe Satriani, Yngwie Malmsteen, Eric Johnson, Brahms, and Larry Carlton.
After spending the last few years touring world wide, Andy currently resides in Los Angeles CA, where he continues to compose, record, teach and perform. Since his relocation to Los Angeles, Andy has written the first ever Seven String instructional aide titled Seven String Guitar Seven String Guitar is quoted by Steve Vai and is currently breaking all instructional aide sales records according to the publisher Hal Leonard Corporation. Andy has also started his own publishing company called "From Up Above Music"/ASCAP which his music has been licensed to Universal Music Group and is featured on several compilations. Andy also has been performing clinics nationally for some of his endorsees.
Andy is very particular about his equipment and proudly endorses Ibanez Guitars, Eventide Processors, SIT Strings, Dimarzio, and Levy's Leathers.
You can email Andy at: Andy@andymartinmusic.com or visit www.andymartinmusic.com.
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