Dan's Bio
Kozar, a lifelong Niagara, Ontario resident began his pursuit to become a professional guitarist at age 12. In his formative years, Kozar gained his education on the bandstand, Eastman School of Music Summer Jazz Studies, and the Banff School of Fine Arts where he was mentored by Canadian Jazz Guitar Legend Ed Bickert.
Over the last three decades Dan has performed with various 18 piece big bands, quartets, trios, duos and as a soloist. He is available performing standards with a trio, duo, as well as performing fingerstyle guitar. Currently Dan is studying with Martin Taylor, a world renowned fingerstyle Jazz Guitarist, to improve his already vast experience in solo Jazz guitar playing.
Critics & Customers:
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"Dan's ability to create fluid transition between the bass lines and the voiced harmonic treatments create a beautifully executed historical interpretation."
Next Performance:
Friday, June 30th, I will be performing fingerstyle solo guitar at the Doubletree Resort, on the 2nd floor in the Buchanan lounge, 6039 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, Ontario. 6:30 pm to 10 pm
Saturday, July 1st, I will be performing my fingerstyle jazz guitar at the “There’s a Magic Foot” Art Show at The Hub 4333 Queen Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Saturday, July 22nd, I will be performing fingerstyle solo guitar for TD Niagara Jazz Festival, Livestock event from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM at the Moose and Pepper, 4740 Valley Way, Niagara Falls, ON
Friday, August 4th, I will be performing fingerstyle solo guitar at the Doubletree Resort, on the 2nd floor in the Buchanan lounge, 6039 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, Ontario. 6:30 pm to 10 pm
Friday, September 1st Friday, June 9th, I will be performing fingerstyle solo guitar at the Doubletree Resort, on the 2nd floor in the Buchanan lounge, 6039 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, Ontario. 6:30 pm to 10 pm
Some More Recent & Upcoming Events
"Gafia" (2012)
Set the table with some fine food, Wine ended in joy able evening with someone you love while Dan plays music in the background to enhance a romantic environment.
I Remember You" (2003)
Whether relaxing by a fireplace with a glass of wine or having a candlelit dinner with that special someone. These songs will join you in creating wonderful lasting memories.
Music Videos
Here is where I will be uploading public domain song videos and even some of my own compositions. If you shopping for a guitarist for a wedding, here is a small sample my sounds.
