WOLFGANG MUTHSPIEL

Wolfgang Muthspiel: guitar  

Guitarist Wolfgang Muthspiel, based in Vienna, is a prominent figure in contemporary jazz. Initially a violinist, he turned to guitar at 15 and studied under Mick Goodrick. After gaining recognition with the Gary Burton Quintet, he explored pop music and electronic projects. Muthspiel founded Material Records in 2000 and formed the trio MGT, releasing the acclaimed album From a Dream. He leads the guitar program at Basel University and established the Focus Year program at Jazzcampus Basel.