| Their performances astounding, and diversity unparalleled, these three revered musicians are not
actually natives of the "Golden State." The California Guitar Trio (CGT) is Bert Lams from Belgium,
Hideyo Moriya from Japan, and Paul Richards from Utah. Together, their technical wizardry is
breathtaking, as is the wide range of instrumental music the group renders... everything from
unique originals to dazzling, cleverly-arranged interpretations of jazz, classical music, and surf rock.
The members of CGT met while studying under Robert Fripp and performing with Fripp's "League of
Crafty Guitarists." In 1995, Trio toured worldwide with King Crimson. Recently, collaborations with
bassist Tony Levin and drummer Paul Mastelotto have widened the scope of the band's extensive
repertoire and touring activity.
RECENT DISCOGRAPHY
Echoes (©2008 Pepa Paldo Music) - This new California Guitar Trio CD features arrangements of an eclectic
variety of CGT favorites, and includes a never before released studio version of Bohemian Rhapsody.
Produced by CGT sound man Tyler Trotter. Featuring guests appearances by Bonnie "Prince" Billy,
Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto, Tom Griesgraber, Jamie Masefield, Pamelia Kursten, Tyler Trotter & more.
Highlights (©2007 Pepa Paldo Music) - This newest Anthology showcases a career's worth of flow and
versatility. Each piece resonates with its own story, and each story contributes to the CGT's 15-year
journey of creative exploration, collaboration, and the commitment to their craft.
Whitewater (©2004 Inside Out) - Produced by Tony Levin, Whitewater contains mostly new and original CGT
material. Both ethereal and blistering, this recording reveals the CGT's music in a new light by introducing
some amazing electronic treatments while staying true to their warm, analog sound. The Bach
Circulation piece on this recording was made using tiny, high-end, binaural microphones in producer
Tony Levin's ears, just feet from the 3 guitars! Enhanced CD - Bonus Video included.
Following the Music: On The Road w/ California Guitar Trio (©2004 Stone Chapel Films, DVD) -
A behind-the-scenes look of life on the road with the CGT, produced by Scott Lembson. The DVD was
over a year in the making and features 60 minutes of documentary footage and 60 minutes of
archival footage from concerts around the world: Tokyo 1996 (an opening act for King Crimson), a
medieval church in Norway 2000, Quebec Summer Festival 2003, London 2003, and More! A look at
the CGT has never been so intimate. By Scott Lambson.
CG3+2 (©2002 Inside Out) - Featuring Tony Levin and Pat Mastelotto this recording roars with a rich, rock
beat tempered as always with enough classic ecclecticism to keep you on your toes. Features CGT
Classics such as Melrose Avenue and Train to Lamy (with a back beat!) as well as Heart of the Sunrise
by Yes, and Dance of Maya by John McLaughlin.
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