AL DI MEOLA

Al Di Meola, a guitar legend inducted into the Gallery of Greats, is one of the top guitarists of our time. His career spans four decades, during which he’s earned critical acclaim, sold millions of records, received numerous awards, and even an Honorary Doctorate Degree from Berklee College of Music. A prolific composer, he has over 30 albums as a leader and collaborations with renowned musicians. His music blends world influences with jazz, and he’s known for his soulful and lyrical guitar expression. Al’s journey began as a young guitarist, inspired by artists like Larry Coryell. He joined Chick Corea’s Return to Forever in 1974, followed by a successful solo career with landmark albums like “Land of the Midnight Sun.” His acoustic guitar trio with Paco De Lucia and John McLaughlin gained immense popularity, and they released iconic albums like “Friday Night in San Francisco.” Al continued to innovate and explore new musical territories.

In recent years, he revisited his love for The Beatles with an acoustic album and released “OPUS” in 2018, showcasing his evolving compositional skills. His latest work, “ACROSS THE UNIVERSE,” is a creative interpretation of Beatles songs with lush arrangements and electric guitar.Looking ahead, Al is working on an autobiography and a new solo guitar record. He’s also excited about the upcoming release of “Saturday Night in San Francisco” from the 1980 Guitar Trio tour with John McLaughlin and Paco de Lucia in April 2022.