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Highly experienced, versatile session guitarist. Collaborated with numerous artists globally, in various genres and ensembles. Excited to work with you and bring life to your favourite tracks!

Having over 15 years of performing and recording experience, I am very confident that I can offer a fresh approach to people's music and help them bring their deepest musical imaginations to life! Growing up as a blues/ rock guitarist, and later studying Jazz guitar and Composition at Berklee College Of Music (Boston) , I am confident in executing and improvising on any given musical setting and style of music. I have lived and worked as a performer and session musician both in the US and London, collaborating with countless artists. Now based in my homeland, Cyprus, I always enjoy bringing people's original music to life and working on every detail to make sure the artist is 100% satisfied!

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by Abramo Satoshi
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Working with Andreas was an amazing experience!!!
He is a stunning guitar player, and I'm an extremely demanding person towards my collaborators.
Forget the relationship between session musician and client, Andreas will play your music as a member of your band!!!
Great competence, versatility, commitment, willingness, humbleness, these are just some of the qualities that Andreas makes available to those who require his skills.
This was our first project together but others will follow!!!
by Sami S
I had the pleasure of meeting Andreas a few years ago when we urgently needed a guitar player for a single we wanted to release in few days time. Honestly the guy did not disappoint and till today me and my associates discuss what a professional and pleasure he was and is to work with. The man is honestly a savant in the 21st Century. Thanks Again Andreas!
by Juan Hernandez
Andreas is one of the most talented individuals I have come across. He is proffesional, dedicated, and brings great input and knowledge in the many projects that we've worked on together. I have worked with Andreas for more than 5 years and everytime, without a doubt he's the missing piece to my tracks! His ability to mold his style to any genre makes him a versitile guitarist that will deliver exactly what you're looking for
by Christos Savv
Andreas is easily the most rounded and professional guitarist in the island! Every show with him is an eye opener and every solo of his a beautiful journey with just the right amount of staaaank in it. Choose Andreas Epamininda for your upcoming project and you cant lose!!
by Simon Ng
Had Andreas record on several of my own works and I have to say that it's been an amazing experience working with him! Andreas' input has injected tremendous musicality into my works, and to top it off, he has an impeccable work ethic - he gets his work done promptly, and pays great attention to details in his work. Highly recommended if you're looking for a dependable and amazing guitarist!
by Mary S.
I have been working with Andreas for the past 4-5 years on projects from EDM to rock and commercial music and I honestly could not recommend him more!! He is so fast and easy to work with and always understands my vision 100%. Apart from being an insane performer, it is always a blessing working with musicians like Andreas who are also great engineers and deliver really high quality stems. Anything from guitar accompaniment, solos and the most creative guitar effects using pedals etc. he knows how to capture the emotion and tone needed for each track!
by Elina
Insane skills in any genre he’s presented with and his talent is out of this world. If you choose to collaborate with Andreas, flawless results are guaranteed. He always puts his own twists and colours in anything he delivers and never disappoints. Extremely professional and reliable. You will only win with a guitarist like him.
by Erika Soteri
Andreas is an extremely talented and skilled guitarist and a wonderful team member. It has been a joy working with him in a live environment, as well as in the studio for the past couple of years. He has a unique approach to every song and always manages to spice things up. Anyone would be lucky to have such a tutor or band member with so much knowledge and passion for his craft.
by Henry
Unbelievable player, who gets the details right. I've both asked for specific things from Andreas, as well as letting him 'do his thing', and I could not be happier. I've now used him on six tracks, and plan to include him even more in the future!
by Alexis Sunder
Versatile and virtuoso guitarist that excels in any genre - jazz, funk, rock, neo-soul, fusion - you name it, this man has got it! Model professional - on time, on point and on the beat, Andreas transmits charisma and chicness, both in rehearsals on stage. Deeply knowledgable, amicable and endearing, he is a quiet force in any group he has played and is a reliable team player. A star shining well beyond the Cypriot skies and the ace in your sleeve to make any gig a memorable night. 5 stars are not enough ⭐️

Interview with Andreas Epaminonda

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: Cowriting and Performing on one of my close friend's album. Nothing beats the satisfaction of putting in endless hours of hard work and being happy and proud with the end result!
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Writing my Fusion Album!
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: It depends... Analog gear definitely sounds better to me, Digital is more convenient though... But still, I would go analog any time if I could!
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I promise to give 100% of my attention to every detail they need.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Collaborating with new artists all the time and keeping things fresh!
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: Talent..
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: My stratocaster guitar, my analog pedalboard, my amp, laptop and monitors!
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I always wanted to perform for a living since I was a kid. Started as a blues/rock guitarist in my high school years, then studied Jazz intensely at University, and now I just love to play anything that inspires me!
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: In my style you can definitely hear the Jazz influence, along with the attitude and feel of more guitar oriented genres like Rock, blues and funk
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I would love to work with artists like Bruno Mars. Great grooves, great music, and also a lot of space for the instrumentalist to create!
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: You can always make the mixing engineer's life a lot easier, if everything is recorded properly! haha
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: I usually work on Jazz and Groove based tracks like Funk music and Soul/RNB. I enjoy the freedom it brings to th performer, and enjoy vibing with the rhythm section!
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: My strongest skill is definitely improvising a solo, or composing a solo if needed for a track. I always aim to "tell a story" to the listener through the chords changes or groove of the specific track, while considering the idiom and the artist's vision for his music.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I always try to enhance a piece of music where needed with colourful chord voicings, fills and the right feel.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: When I take a session work I take some time to listen and absorb the different sections of the piece of music, trying to imagine what my role is in that specific setting, before I even touch the guitar! That helps me perform more efficiently and with more intent when I actually get to the recording phase.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have a cozy Home-studio setup with high end professional Gear including Top of the line Amplifiers like Soldano SLO100, Fender, Marshall, Yamaha HS-8 Monitors for mixing, Apollo Interface, and many Plugins!
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I get inspired by any artist in any genre or field, that constantly and restlessly keeps on working on improving his craft and musicality, and offers something new to the endless world of musical creation
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Session Guitarist, Arranger/Composer, Band Member