New Release!
'Dedication' CD

The latest from the Bruce Forman Trio available Now!
In stores Now!
'Trust Me' Novel

Listen to a reading from the first fiction novel by Bruce Forman...


Cow Bop takes to Route 66 (for the third time!) Will these guys ever learn? This May, they will once again travel the road in support of JazzMasters Workshop. Unlike the past trips where they departed with only $100 and no scheduled gigs, this time they have a full compliment of concerts. All proceeds go to music-mentoring programs. To find out more or make a per-mile pledge, go to: www.wayoutwestmusic.com

Bruce Forman plays Ribbecke. "I just got a Ribbecke Halfling, a hybrid with lots of archtop and a good part flat top. Bell-like lows and sustain for days," says Bruce. "I look forward to exploring all she has to offer." Along with that, the forum is back! RGC (Ribbecke Guitar Corporation) is hosting a forum, go to Bruce's forum: click here and enjoy!

It's official: Bruce Forman has joined the staff at USC's Thornton School of Music's Studio/Jazz Guitar Dept. "In replacing Joe Diorio, I know I have huge shoes to fill. It is indeed humbling, and I look forward to working with the talented students and being a member of such an esteemed faculty," says Bruce.

 

Bruce Forman's guitar playing featured in Clint Eastwood's Academy Award winning film, "Million Dollar Baby"!
    Bruce Forman's guitar style has been an important part of the international jazz scene for more than two decades. He has been featured as leader as well as sideman at most of the prestigious festivals and concert venues throughout the world. His numerous recording and performing credits include the likes of Bobby Hutcherson, Ray Brown, Freddie Hubbard, Stanley Turrentine, Joe Henderson, Barney Kessel, and others. Known for bop-style phrasing and inventive harmonizations, his ability to work in a variety of settings keeps him in constant demand.

    His devotion to sharing his knowledge has been a constant throughout his career. Having taught since his late teens, he is keenly aware of the needs of developing musicians and is personally connected to all of his students, many of whom have moved on to successful careers as recording and performing artists. He has served as 'artist in residence' at numerous music workshops worldwide, has conducted seminars in conservatories and universities across four continents, is a Resource Team member for the IAJE and a longstanding member of the Monterey Jazz Festival Education Program. In 2000, he founded JazzMasters Workshop more...