On his first visit to Argentina, and with his latest release Rick Zunigar Organ Trio in hand, Rick performed a series of shows and clinics across Argentina alongside guitarist German Herlein.
Rick Zunigar was born in Queens, New York, to Puerto Rican parents. His musical gift was shaped by his mother, who sang at Radio City Music Hall. He grew up listening to salsa and jazz, and with it a growing desire to master the art of music. His inspiration for playing guitar came from Wes Montgomery and Joe Pass, and at just 17 years old Rick entered the professional scene.
Recognized as a jazz guitarist incorporating bebop, latin, rhythm & blues and fusion, he is an incredible talent who has performed with many jazz icons including Freddie Hubbard, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Chick Corea, Lee Konitz, Kenny Kirkland, Willie Bobo, Cal Tjader, Elvin Jones, Sarah Vaughan, Ernie Watts, George Duke, Jimmy Smith, The Crusaders, Jeff Porcaro, Michael Franks, Joe Sample, Roberta Flack, and many more. For many years he served as touring and session guitarist for Stevie Wonder, drawing on his diverse musical talents (read more...)