Emily Remler

Emily Remler (September 18, 1957 - May 4, 1990) was an American jazz guitarist who rose to prominence in the late 1970s and 1980s, before dying young while on tour in Australia. While women thrive in the field of classical music, there hav

Emily Remler (September 18, 1957 - May 4, 1990) was an American jazz guitarist who rose to prominence in the late 1970s and 1980s, before dying young while on tour in Australia. While women thrive in the field of classical music, there have been few great female jazz or rock guitarists.

Recording for the Concord label, Emily's albums showcase the diverse influences of a fast developing artist, finding her own style through her accomplishment versions of standard tunes and genres. Her first album Firefly was pure jazz guitar, and her follow up Take Two was equally strong. Transitions and Catwalk featured the development of a more individual voice, with many striking original tunes, while her love of Wes Montgomery shone through on the stylish East to Wes. Unusually for a modern virtuoso, Emily's technique never overwhelmed her taste, and her melodic invention surprises the listener.