Abe Ovadia is a distinctive voice in today’s jazz guitar landscape, blending deep tradition with a modern, emotionally driven edge. His sound is lyrical, rhythmically charged, and expressive—music that feels grounded while constantly reaching forward. As Musicvox Guitars notes, he is “one of the most innovative guitarists of our time.”
Abe began touring internationally at age 19 and has since performed at premier jazz venues including The Blue Note, Blues Alley, and The Iridium. He studied at Berklee College of Music and earned a master’s degree in jazz performance from New York University. In 2010, he was recognized as a “Promising Artist of the 21st Century” in a New York City competition.
Best known for his dynamic trio work, Abe delivers reimagined standards, original compositions, and hard-swinging modern jazz. His improvisations are adventurous yet melodic, rooted in the language of the tradition while pushing toward new territory.
The recipient of a major jazz guitar award, Abe continues to gain national attention. With a constantly evolving sound and a deeply personal approach to improvisation, he remains a compelling and individual voice in modern jazz.
“Abe Ovadia is one of the true treasures of the Jazz Guitar world. Renowned as a leader among contemporary Jazz artists. He headlines on the stages of the most famous Jazz Venues…this man has been a dedicated supporter of directly educating our youth in schools and adults in public centers. He believes the art of jazz guitar belongs to all people to know and enjoy, not a select elite.
Abe Ovadia carves out precious time from his very busy schedule whether on tour or performing in his NYC region. We enthusiastically applaud Abe Ovadia’s long standing and ongoing tireless crusade to include and educate the uninitiated, inexperienced and uneducated in this American art form.”
Matt Eichen, President
MUSICVOX GUITARS
