“Vignola, who possesses jaw-dropping technique, wears his influences on the tip of his pick,” states the WASHINGTON POST.
FRANK VIGNOLA'S BIRDLAND GUITAR TRIO features Renowned Guitarist FRANK VIGNOLA, Leading Pianist TED ROSENTHAL, and Acclaimed Bassist GARY MAZZAROPPI. The group is one of the most respected in the world of jazz and acoustic guitar. Master Guitarist FRANK VIGNOLA is one of the most extraordinary guitarists performing before the public today. His stunning virtuosity has made him the guitarist of choice for many of the world's top musicians, including Ringo Starr, Madonna, Donald Fagen, Tommy Emmanuel, and guitar legend Les Paul, who named Vignola to his "Five Most Admired Guitarists List" for the Wall Street Journal. Leading Pianist & Composer TED ROSENTHAL, Winner of the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano Competition, has released fifteen CDs as a leader. Acclaimed Bassist GARY MAZZAROPPI, one of the most respected jazz bassists, toured extensively with the Lionel Hampton Big Band for five years. "One of the brightest...stars of the guitar," raves the NEW YORK TIMES (on Frank).