New Orleans Guitar Masters is more than a concert—it’s a showcase of virtuosity, collaboration, and the deep musical roots of the Crescent City. From soaring solos to intricate fingerpicking, these masters span jazz, blues, folk, and funk in an evening that promises both soul and sophistication.

Jimmy Robinson has been recording and touring for over 40 years. He has received critical and audience praise for his unique virtuoso approach to the guitar, and his rich compositional skill. Jimmy learned to play guitar in garage bands, later formed the fusion/prog group Woodenhead, studied classical guitar and composition at Loyola University in New Orleans and The Eastman School Of Music in New York. He combined these elements with his electric experience to forge the solo acoustic style that he now tours with. He has three solo albums to his credit, Vibrating Strings, Guitarworks and Three.  

John Rankin is a accomplished New Orleans musician and performer. He has been described as a New Orleans hybrid of Leo Kottke and Chet Atkins, but his expansive style covers many genres.