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George Benson

American guitarist and singer · United States · On the map · Musicians · Born 1943 · age 83

George Washington Benson is an American jazz fusion guitarist, singer, and songwriter. He began his professional career at the age of 19 as a jazz guitarist.

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  1. I spent a lot of time teaching myself theory and harmony so I could be free to express myself on the instrument.

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Awards

New Jersey Hall of Fame2021
Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame1996
NEA Jazz Masters

About this person

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1943 · age 83

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