Howard Alden Tickets

Howard Alden is a renowned American jazz guitarist celebrated for his swing sensibility, mainstream guitar approach, and technical finesse on the seven-string guitar. Born October 17, 1958 in Newport Beach, California, Alden has built a distinguished career as a leader and sideman, collaborating with a host of jazz greats and contributing to film soundtracks. His work spans decades, with acclaimed recordings on labels like Concord Jazz, Arbors, and Nagel-Heyer, and a notable film credit for Woody Allen’s Sweet and Lowdown (1999) where he provided guitar performances. Below you’ll find a concise biography, highlights from his discography, and up-to-date tour information for 2025. We’ve got you covered for secure, straightforward ticket options through our trusted network.

Whether you’re in the California coast, the Southwest, or catching Alden on tour, this page serves as your go-to resource for artist background, upcoming performances, and how to secure seats with the event reliability. For the latest shows, keep an eye on the date-specific listings below and visit Howard Alden’s official channels for direct updates.

Howard Alden’s career includes major awards like JazzTimes Best Emerging Guitar Talent (1990) and Down Beat Talent Deserving Wider Recognition (1992, 1993, 1995, 1996), plus a place among Down Beat's Top 75 Guitarists (2008). His discography as a leader features albums such as My Shining Hour (2002) and The Great Banjo Summit and Other Things with Strings (2018), alongside numerous projects on Concord Jazz, Arbors, and Nagel-Heyer. His active Bandcamp page showcases recent releases including Soulmates, Remember, and Live in Belfast. For fans and newcomers, Alden’s blend of swinging lines, tasteful chord vocabulary, and inventive arrangements makes every performance a polished, accessible jazz experience.