Andy West
Nashville
Summary
Accomplished Lead Guitarist with extensive performance experience for notable artists. Skilled in advanced guitar techniques and music theory, captivating audiences with innovative solos and arrangements. Adaptable across various musical styles, enhancing performance quality through effective collaboration with band members.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Guitarist
Music Valley Cowboy Church Band
Nashville
01.2024 - Current
- Performed complex guitar solos in live and studio settings.
- Provide lead guitar for live services and performance-based worship settings.
- Enhanced arrangements with professional stage presence and cohesive ensemble collaboration.
- Engaged audiences at church events through dynamic live performances and musical talent.
- Developed and rehearsed set lists for weekly performances and special events.
- Created innovative riffs and licks to enrich existing songs.
Lead Guitarist
Jon Brennan
Nashville
06.2023 - Current
- Perform live as lead guitarist for Jon Brennan, original MTV personality from The Real World.
- Performed intricate guitar solos in live and studio settings, contributing to memorable performances.
- Developed innovative riffs and licks that enriched existing songs and showcased musical creativity.
- Collaborated with band members to craft original music arrangements that enhanced overall sound.
- Assisted in sound checks to ensure audio equipment functioned properly.
House Band Guitarist / Backing Musician
Various Artists
Nashville
04.2023 - Current
- Backed nationally recognized artists in professional live settings, enhancing audience experience.
- Engaged audiences at various venues through dynamic guitar solos, contributing to memorable performances.
- Performed guitar solos in various musical styles for live audiences.
- Adapted quickly to different musical styles and genres during rehearsals and performances.
- Coordinated performance schedules with band members, ensuring seamless rehearsal and show execution.
- Maintained guitar equipment, ensuring optimal performance during shows.
- Built relationships with industry professionals to expand performance opportunities.
Lead Guitarist
Doug Mathis
Nashville
09.2020 - Current
- Perform live as lead guitarist for artist appearances and events.
- Performed complex guitar solos in live and studio settings.
- Developed innovative riffs and licks, enriching existing songs and contributing to unique musical identity.
- Collaborated with band members to create original music arrangements, enhancing overall sound and performance quality.
- Maintained extensive repertoire of songs for gigs and recording sessions, ensuring versatility and audience engagement.
- Coordinated with the band leader for scheduling rehearsals and performances.
Private Guitar Instructor
Home Studio
12.2004 - 04.2007
- Conducted private guitar lessons from home, tailoring sessions to individual learning styles and goals.
- Designed personalized lesson plans for diverse student skill levels.
- Taught guitar techniques, music theory, and song interpretation to students.
- Demonstrated practice methods that significantly improved student progress and skill retention.
- Delivered constructive feedback that fostered musical development and built student confidence.
Guitarist / Recording Artist
Azariah - Christian Rock Band
Nashville
12.1985 - 1987
- Performed live at various venues, engaging audiences with energetic guitar solos.
- Collaborated with band members to create original music for live performances, enhancing audience engagement.
- Created innovative solos and guitar parts for original compositions, contributing to unique musical identity.
- Participated in rehearsals to refine arrangements, improving overall sound quality for performances.
- Recorded first album at Glaser Studios on Music Row in Nashville, Tennessee.
Education
Master of Arts - Divinity
Luther Rice University/Seminary
Lithonia, GA05-2012
Skills
- Guitar techniques
- Music theory
- Improvisation techniques
- Performance dynamics
- Song arrangement
- Audio equipment maintenance
- Audience engagement
Artists Backed
- Larry Gatlin
- T. Graham Brown
- Darryl Worley
- John Berry
- Jamie O'Neal
- Collin Raye
Genres And Availability
Rock, Country, Gospel, Blues, Christian Music, Available for live gigs, artist support, and freelance performance opportunities in the Nashville area.
Recording Experience
Guitarist / Recording Artist, Azariah - Christian Rock Band, 01/01/85, Recorded first album at Glaser Studios on Music Row in Nashville, Tennessee.
Professional Highlights
- Recorded first album in 1985 with Christian rock band Azariah at Glaser Studios on Music Row in Nashville, TN, 01/01/85
- Performed in numerous bands spanning rock, country, gospel, and blues
- Taught private guitar lessons from home in 2004, 01/01/04
- Backed artists including Larry Gatlin, T. Graham Brown, Darryl Worley, John Berry, Jamie O'Neal, and Collin Raye
- Currently lead guitarist for Music Valley Cowboy Church Band, Doug Mathis, and Jon Brennan
- Available for freelance gigs and live performance opportunities throughout Nashville
Timeline
Lead Guitarist
Music Valley Cowboy Church Band
01.2024 - Current
Lead Guitarist
Jon Brennan
06.2023 - Current
House Band Guitarist / Backing Musician
Various Artists
04.2023 - Current
Lead Guitarist
Doug Mathis
09.2020 - Current
Private Guitar Instructor
Home Studio
12.2004 - 04.2007
Guitarist / Recording Artist
Azariah - Christian Rock Band
12.1985 - 1987
Master of Arts - Divinity
Luther Rice University/Seminary