Dave Murdy Tickets

Dave Murdy is an Orange County-based guitarist and educator renowned for his contributions to jazz and contemporary instrumental music. An alumnus of the University of Southern California with a B.M. in Jazz & Commercial Guitar, Murdy has balanced a career as a performer and a teacher, sharing his expertise with students at Orange Coast College. His work spans multiple ensembles and decades, reflecting a deep commitment to melodic improvisation, artistic collaboration, and practical music education for aspiring guitarists.

As a founding member of Kilauea, Murdy helped shape a notable era in jazz-leaning fusion, releasing five US jazz albums on Brainchild Records in the 1990s, with several titles charting on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz charts. His solo work, including the early album That Goes to Show Ya!, showcased in 1990 and covered by the Los Angeles Times, cemented his presence in the LA/OC jazz scene. Murdy also contributed to Toxic Jazz in the 1990s, a project highlighted by a self-titled release in 1996 featuring collaborations with notable players such as Eric Marienthal.

Today, Murdy continues to perform and teach, with the Dave Murdy Trio performing in Southern California clubs and venues. In 2025, he is slated for live dates around OC, including a November 20 show at Campus JAX in Newport Beach, illustrating his ongoing vitality as a performer. For ongoing updates, Murdy’s official site links to YouTube and Facebook, and OC calendar listings consistently feature his appearances alongside local press coverage.

Whether you’re a long-time follower or a new listener, secure your seats for Dave Murdy’s performances and explore his rich discography that spans late 20th-century jazz fusion to contemporary instrumental explorations. We’ve got you covered with transparent booking and reliable, no-nonsense ticket access. Stay connected with Dave Murdy through his official channels for forthcoming dates and behind-the-scenes insights.