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Ivan Smirnov
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Out of 54 votes - Similar Artists: Paco de Lucia, John McLaughlin
Out of 54 votes
- Location: Moscow, Russian Federation
- Genre: Jazz » World Fusion
Editor's review
A veteran of Moscow jazz-rock combo Arsenal, self-taught guitarist Ivan Smirnov now works as a session player when he's not mixing klezmer, flamenco, tango, and classical inspirations in works that reveal an acute ear, free-ranging passion, and genuine virtuosity reminiscent of Paco de Lucia.
Biography
Ivan Smirnov is one of the most talented acoustic guitar players in Russia. Self-taught musician, Smirnov walked his own way - from the school ensemble to the loneliness of Master. During 70's he played in such different formations as rock group "Vtoroye Dykhaniye" (The Second Wind), avant-garde ensemble "Boomerang" (led by famous electronicist and composer Eduard Artemiyev) and official philarmonic band "Golubye Gitary" (The Blue Guitars). In 80's he played in well-known Moscow based jazz-rock band "Arsenal" (led by saxophone player Alexei Kozlov). Since leaving "Arsenal" Ivan works as a solo artist. He makes money as a session man, working for various kinds of musicians and singers - pop and rock stars. Now the only result of Smirnov's solo activity is his first album "Merry-go-round Man".
