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Janek Gwizdala

b. 1978

English jazz bassist

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About Janek Gwizdala

Born 1978. Janek Gwizdala is an American record producer, composer, musician and guitarist.

Janek Gwizdala (born 19 November 1978) is an English jazz bassist.

Biography Gwizdala initially preferred drums, but switched to bass guitar after hearing Laurence Cottle.

Recordings as a leader Mystery to Me, released in 2004, was recorded at Manhattan Center Studios in front of an audience in one take.

Live at the 55bar was recorded live over two nights in November 2007 and released on 7 February 2008.

Discography As leader Mystery to Me - 2004 Live at the 55bar - 2008 The Space in Between - 2010 It Only Happens Once - 2012 Theatre by the Sea - 2013 Motion Picture - 2014 American Elm - 2016 Bass Duo - 2017 The Union - 2019 One Way Out - 2022 Night Watch - 2023 Mystery to Me (20th Anniversary Edition) - 2024 Found - 2025

As sideman Yazz Ahmed, Finding My Way Home (Suntara, 2011) Peter Erskine, Dr. Um (Fuzzy Music, 2016) Ronny Jordan, At Last (N-Coded, 2003) Bob Reynolds, Runway (2020) Kazumi Watanabe, Tricoroll (EWE, 2011) Kazumi Watanabe, Live at Iridium (EWE, 2012)

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Important facts

Born
19 November 1978, London
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Record producer, composer, musician, guitarist
Nationality
United States
Education
Royal Academy of Music, Berklee College of Music

People in Janek Gwizdala's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Janek Gwizdala?

English jazz bassist

When was Janek Gwizdala born?

Janek Gwizdala was born on 19 November 1978 in London.

What is Janek Gwizdala's occupation?

Janek Gwizdala is a record producer, composer, musician and guitarist.

What nationality is Janek Gwizdala?

Janek Gwizdala is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Janek Gwizdala

· Wikidata: Q6153011

· DBpedia: Janek Gwizdala

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