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:
July 28, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM till 10 PM
Place: Buchanans Steak & Seafood, Doubletree Resort
Address: 6039 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3V6
Enjoy the finger stylings of Dan Kozar and his guitar while you dine and sip on a glass of wine and enjoy the beautiful ambience of Buchanans located on the 2nd Floor of the Doubletree Resort.
Every Saturday in July 2018
Time: 1:00 PM till 4:00 PM
Place: Lundy Manor Winery
Website: https://www.lundymanor.ca
Address: 9941 Lundy’s Lane,Niagara Falls, Ontario L2H 0T8
Come and enjoy a glass of wine in Niagara Falls Ontario. I will be performing a collection of music for this day.
August 17, August 24, 2018
Time: 6:30 PM till 10 PM
Place: Buchanans Steak & Seafood, Doubletree Resort
Address: 6039 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, ON L2G 3V6
Enjoy the finger stylings of Dan Kozar and his guitar while you dine and sip on a glass of wine and enjoy the beautiful ambience of Buchanans located on the 2nd Floor of the Doubletree Resort
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.
