Carl Filipiak

Art of Life Records
Recording Artist Carl Filipiak
Available on Amazon, iTunes
Geometric Records, and Spotify.
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Mel Bay Publications author
"Rock Fusion Improvising"
Private Lesson Series
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Maryland Music Awards
Best Jazz 2024
Jazz Performer 2014
Jazz Artist 2018
Benedetto Guitars Ambassador
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August 28, 2025
Keystone Korner, Baltimore
October 4, 2025
Kennett Brewfest
Kennett Square, PA
November 1, 2025
Painted Bride, Philadelphia, PA
November 8, 2025
Divinity Lutheran, Baltimroe, MD
November 9, 2025
Keystone Korner, Baltimore, MD
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"Best Jazz Guitarist"
-Baltimore Magazine
Carl Filipiak is a guitarist from Baltimore, Maryland, who has released seven albums on Geometric Records featuring renowned drummer Dennis Chambers and saxophonist Bob Berg. Additionally, he has recorded several albums for Art of Life Records.
Throughout his career, Carl has performed, recorded, and toured with notable artists such as Dennis Chambers, Will Calhoun, Victor Wooten, Claire Daly, Bob Berg, and many others. He has recorded at Abbey Road Studios in London and has played at numerous concerts and festivals across the country. His instructional books are published by Mel Bay Publications and Balafon Books, and he serves as an Ambassador for Benedetto Guitars.
Carl continues to teach privately and performs regularly on the East Coast with his group and with his friends Lafayette Gilchrist and Greg Thompkins from The New Volcanoes. His music is available on platforms such as Amazon, iTunes, Spotify, Art of Life, and Geometric Records.
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Image courtesy of Robert McClintock
"Carl Filipiak is one serious cat. With a great
sound, a dynamic style, and killer chops."
- AllAboutJazz.com

"Best Jazz Instrumentalist"
-Washington Area Music Assoc.
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Do you love rock, jazz, or blues Guitar? Take your music skills to the next level! Accepting intermediate and advanced students. Lessons are one hour and are scheduled every other week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
and Thursdays. Email: carfil@aol.com

Check out Carl's book, "Rock/Fusion Improvising," published by Mel Bay Publications. This essential resource is perfect for rock guitarists who want to incorporate jazz elements into their playing! It is available for direct purchase at lessons or online through Mel Bay, Amazon, Apple Books, and most fine bookstores. Don’t miss the opportunity to enhance your improvisation skills—get your copy today!
CONTACT
BOOKINGS: Brian Greenlee | 410.967.9118 | Brian@greenleeproductions.com
RADIO & PRESS PROMOTION: Kari-On Productions
LABEL: Art of Life Records info@artofliferecords.com
LESSONS: carfil@aol.com 410.561.8750
CARL'S "ROCK/FUSION IMPROVISING" BOOK/CD: MelBay Publications
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