Rod Harris, Jr. At First Friday At First at The Commons at First Congregational Church

Grammy-nominated jazz guitarist Rod Harris, Jr. has become a dynamic and influential presence in the contemporary jazz world, earning recognition both in the U.S. and abroad. After a decade spent recording, touring, and performing with legendary artists across genres, Harris has emerged as a powerful voice in modern jazz. His 2016 debut album, The Counsel of Elders, pays tribute to jazz guitar icons Wes Montgomery, Grant Green, George Benson, and Kenny Burrell, while his 2018 EP, Exits & Options, blends hip-hop, jazz, and soul into a fresh and innovative sound. That same year, Harris received a Grammy nomination for his guitar work and musical contributions to neo-soul legend Musiq Soulchild’s album Feel the Real...

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Grammy-nominated jazz guitarist Rod Harris, Jr. has become a dynamic and influential presence in the contemporary jazz world, earning recognition both in the U.S. and abroad. After a decade spent recording, touring, and performing with legendary artists across genres, Harris has emerged as a powerful voice in modern jazz. His 2016 debut album, The Counsel of Elders, pays tribute to jazz guitar icons Wes Montgomery, Grant Green, George Benson, and Kenny Burrell, while his 2018 EP, Exits & Options, blends hip-hop, jazz, and soul into a fresh and innovative sound. That same year, Harris received a Grammy nomination for his guitar work and musical contributions to neo-soul legend Musiq Soulchild’s album Feel the Real. With every performance, Harris bridges the past and present—honoring tradition while carving his own distinct path forward.

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