GUY MINTUS
Genres: World Fusion, Vocal Jazz, Post Bop, 21st Century Modern • Israel

Israeli born-New York based pianist, composer and educator Guy Mintus is a "brilliant musician, who melds a multicultural vision with the passion and fury of the jazz greats” (Tom Henry, Toledo Blade). While being deeply rooted in the Jazz and classical traditions, Guy is as avid scholar of mediterranean cultures often traveling to perform and study with masters of the various musical traditions. With this combined knowledge he creates a true and organic synthesis between the musical cultures in compositions and performances and  that “keep the entire hall listening with held breath” (Barka Fabianova, Full Moon Zine Magazine).  ​ His passionate melodious compositions combine influences from Stride Piano to Ottoman Makams, Indian rhythms to Bach-styled counterpoint, Spanish Flamenco to Jewish melodies all weaved together in his own signature style. "Guy is mad scientist” stated Grammy winning pianist and composer Arturo O’Farrill, “none does it like him”.  ​ At 25, Guy’s debut read more...