Lorne Lofsky

Canadian guitarist Lorne Lofsky is a mainstay of the jazz scene in the Toronto area where he has been performing and teaching since the 70's.  He has performed and recorded with Oscar Peterson, Ed Bickert, Ray Brown, Benny Carter, Chet Baker, Johnny Hartman, Bob Brookmeyer and Pat LaBarbara among many others.  From 1983 to 1991 Lorne played in a quartet with Ed Bickert which yielded two fine recordings.  From '94-'96 Lorne was a member of the Oscar Peterson Quartet.  The group performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City, the Montreal Jazz Festival, Sao Paolo, Brazil and  numerous concerts throughout Europe.  In addition, Lorne was featured on three CDs with Oscar Peterson.  Over the years, Lorne has taught many clinics on jazz guitar and improvisation.  He has been an Instructor at York University in Toronto since the late 70's, and has taught for several years at the University of Toronto.  Lorne also has an extensive private teaching practice.