Heavily influenced by a melting pot of music recorded in the 1920s and 30s, guitarist Erik McIntyre’s distinct musical voice pays homage with a personal touch. His playing is spontaneous yet studious — balancing “muse” and “ic” as vehicles for authentic expression. Based in Flint, MI, his versatility keeps him busy performing as a soloist, assembling groups that specialize in traditional jazz and blues, and contributing instrumental elements to original songs. The majority of his training comes from a combination of listening to records, learning on the bandstand, attending specialized music camps across the country, and mentorship of other musicians seasoned in similar styles of music. His approach to arranging for solo guitar illustrates his sensitivity to a deep well of dreamy serenity and a range of musical styles. The guitar for Erik is truly a musical instrument—channeling the lyrical qualities of his favorite singers alongside a pianistic support of harmony and rhythm. His approach to performing, arranging, and composing is like “a finger pointing to the moon” — weaving a tapestry that invites listeners to his inner world through a warm lens of nostalgia.…Heavily influenced by a melting pot of music recorded in the 1920s and 30s, guitarist Erik McIntyre’s distinct musical voice pays homage with a personal touch. His playing is spontaneous yet studious — balancing “muse” and “ic” as vehicles for authentic expression. Based in Flint, MI, his versatility keeps him busy performing as a soloist, assembling groups that specialize in traditional jazz and blues, and contributing instrumental elements to original songs. The majority of his training comes from a combination of listening to records, learning on the bandstand, attending specialized music camps across the country, and mentorship of other musicians seasoned in similar styles of music. His approach to arranging for solo guitar illustrates his sensitivity to a deep well of dreamy serenity and a range of musical styles. The guitar for Erik is truly a musical instrument—channeling the lyrical qualities of his favorite singers alongside a pianistic support of harmony and rhythm. His approach to performing, arranging, and composing is like “a finger pointing to the moon” — weaving a tapestry that invites listeners to his inner world through a warm lens of nostalgia.WWWW…