I am Bennett Brandeis, a guitarist and producer with a lifelong passion for the instrument and a formal education in music theory, harmony, and composition. I earned a Bachelor's Degree in Music with Honors (Cum Laude) from Berklee College of Music and studied harmony, theory, arranging, composition, and performance at the Grove School of Music in Los Angeles. My career spans international performances, leadership in music production, and a diverse discography of original compositions across jazz, world, and contemporary styles. Beyond performing, I mentor and teach, run Baton Records, and produce and engineer for a range of artists. I bring hands-on expertise in engineering, mixing, and mastering, along with a collaborative spirit and a commitment to translating artistic vision into compelling music.

Bennett Brandeis

I am Bennett Brandeis, a guitarist and producer with a lifelong passion for the instrument and a formal education in music theory, harmony, and composition. I earned a Bachelor's Degree in Music with Honors (Cum Laude) from Berklee College of Music and studied harmony, theory, arranging, composition, and performance at the Grove School of Music in Los Angeles. My career spans international performances, leadership in music production, and a diverse discography of original compositions across jazz, world, and contemporary styles. Beyond performing, I mentor and teach, run Baton Records, and produce and engineer for a range of artists. I bring hands-on expertise in engineering, mixing, and mastering, along with a collaborative spirit and a commitment to translating artistic vision into compelling music.

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I am Bennett Brandeis, a guitarist and producer with a lifelong passion for the instrument and a formal education in music theory, harmony, and composition. I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Music with Honors (Cum Laude) from Berklee College of Music and studied harmony, theory, arranging, composition, and performance at the Grove School of Music in Los Angeles. My career spans international performances, leadership in music production, and a diverse discography of original compositions across jazz, world, and contemporary styles.

Beyond performing, I mentor and teach, run Baton Records, and produce and engineer for a range of artists. I bring hands-on expertise in engineering, mixing, and mastering, along with a collaborative spirit and a commitment to translating artistic vision into compelling music.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Featured Soloist at The Original Re-united 5th Dimension
December 31, 1993 - September 30, 2025
Two-year term as featured soloist after an initial offer to perform with Marilyn McCoo for their 1992-1993 tour.
Founder at Baton Records
January 1, 1995 - Present
Founded in 1995 as an outlet to showcase my music, releasing albums that blend original compositions with inventive reworkings of standards.
Founder at Baton Records
January 1, 1995 - Present
Founded in 1995 as an outlet to showcase my music, releasing albums that blend original compositions with inventive reworkings of standards.
Featured Soloist at The Original Re-united 5th Dimension
December 31, 1993 - September 30, 2025
Two-year term as featured soloist after an initial offer to perform with Marilyn McCoo for their 1992-1993 tour.
Featured Soloist at The Original Re-united 5th Dimension
January 1, 1994 - September 30, 2025
Two-year term as featured soloist after an initial offer to perform with Marilyn McCoo for their 1992-1993 tour.
Founder/Owner at Baton Records
January 1, 1995 - Present
Founded in 1995 as an outlet to showcase my music, releasing albums that blend original compositions with inventive reworkings of standards.
Mentor, Music Production at Los Angeles Recording Connection (RRFC)
January 1, 2019 - September 30, 2025
Mentor in music production at RRFC from June 2017 to 2019.
Mixing Engineer / Producer at The Huge
June 1, 2023 - Present
Mixed a 5-song EP for the band The Huge in mid-2023.
Podcast Producer / Editor at Astrodharma Podcast
January 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
Oversaw production and editing of the Astrodharma Podcast by Hunter Reynolds.
Featured Soloist at The Original Re-united 5th Dimension
December 31, 1993 - October 19, 2025
Two-year term as featured soloist after an initial offer to perform with Marilyn McCoo for their 1992-1993 tour.
Founder at Baton Records
January 1, 1995 - Present
Founded in 1995 as an outlet to showcase my music, releasing albums that blend original compositions with inventive reworkings of standards.
Mentor at Los Angeles Recording Connection (RRFC)
December 31, 2019 - October 19, 2025
Mentor in music production; mentoring artists in engineering, mixing, mastering, and music production.
Freelance Music Producer at The Huge
December 31, 2023 - October 19, 2025
Mixed a 5-song EP for the band The Huge in mid-2023.

Education

Bachelor of the Arts at Berklee College of Music
January 5, 1981 - May 25, 1984
Graduated Cum Laude
Bachelor's Degree in Music (Honors, Cum Laude) at Berklee College of Music
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
Specialized studies in harmony, music theory, arranging, composition, and performance at Grove School of Music, Los Angeles
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Music with Honors (Cum Laude) at Berklee College of Music
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
Specialized studies in harmony, music theory, arranging, composition, and performance at Grove School of Music, Los Angeles
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Music with Honors (Cum Laude) at Berklee College of Music
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
Specialized studies in harmony, music theory, arranging, composition, and performance at Grove School of Music, Los Angeles
January 11, 2030 - September 30, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Music with Honors (Cum Laude) at Berklee College of Music
January 11, 2030 - October 19, 2025
Specialized studies in harmony, music theory, arranging, composition, and performance at Grove School of Music, Los Angeles
January 11, 2030 - October 19, 2025

Qualifications

Mentor in Logic Pro
January 2, 2017 - November 30, 2018
Specialized in music Production using Logic Pro
ASCAP Popular Music Award
January 1, 2015 - September 30, 2025
BDS Charting Recording Artist
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
ASCAP Popular Music Award
January 1, 2015 - September 30, 2025
BDS Charting Recording Artist
January 1, 2015 - September 30, 2025
Charting Song - 'Get On UP (Remix)'
January 1, 2016 - September 30, 2025
ASCAP Popular Music Award
January 1, 2015 - September 30, 2025
BDS Charting Recording Artist
January 1, 2015 - September 30, 2025
ASCAP Popular Music Award
January 1, 2015 - October 19, 2025
BDS Charting Recording Artist
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Other, Education, Professional Services
    uniE603 The Lotus Road
    World Music song with Vocals. Song has Instrumental verse, a Vocal chorus, a breakdown with chill out keys, an EDM touch, a party track into a solo section with vocal into an orchestral section followed by a Gospel choir ending with a drum outro. music vocal