01 Solo guitar
Solo Sam
Solo jazz guitar inspired by Joe Pass, Herb Ellis and Django Reinhardt. Melody, harmony and rhythm, explored on six strings.
Jazz guitarist · Melbourne
Sam
O'Halloran
Jazz guitar, from intimate solo performances to the swing of Django Reinhardt and Benny Goodman.
Solo guitar French swing Classic jazz
Watch & listen
Music & projects.
From solo guitar to the interplay of clarinet and swing ensembles. A selection of performances from four musical projects.
02 French swing
Catfish
French swing in the tradition of Django Reinhardt. Catfish explores the rhythmic drive and melodic freedom of gypsy jazz.
03 Clarinet & guitar duo
Daphne Duet
A conversation between swing clarinet and jazz guitar. Daphne Duet draws on the music of Benny Goodman and the classic swing repertoire.
04 Three-piece swing
The “Very Good Ma’am” Trio
American swing from the 1930s and ’40s. A three-piece exploration of classic standards and the music of an enduring jazz tradition.
Meet the guitarist
Hi, I’m Sam.
I've been chasing the sound of old strings and worn-out records for as long as I can remember.
Influenced by the greats — Joe Pass, Herb Ellis, Django Reinhardt and Benny Goodman — I play jazz guitar across Melbourne as a soloist and with several ensembles.
My playing moves between the detail of solo guitar, the energy of French swing and the conversation of a small ensemble. Those sounds run through the projects and performances collected here.
Get in touchEnquiries
Let’s talk music.
For performances, collaborations and other enquiries, get in touch.
sam.ohalloran@gmail.comMusic for an occasion?
Solo guitar and jazz ensembles are also available for private events and functions.
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