Meet the Brian Anadon Quintet
Frank Gambale
Guitarist
Grammy Award-winning guitarist Frank Gambale brings decades of jazz fusion experience to the Brian Anadon Quintet. Known for his sweep-picking technique, he is also a composer, recording artist, and dedicated educator.
The artist
From Canberra to the world stage.
Born in Canberra, Australia, Frank grew up surrounded by music before moving to Los Angeles in the early 1980s. He studied at the Guitar Institute of Technology, graduating as Student of the Year and joining its teaching faculty.
After touring with violinist Jean-Luc Ponty in 1986, Frank joined the Chick Corea Elektric Band. His career also includes collaborations with Vital Information and Return to Forever IV, alongside an extensive catalog of his own recordings.
His approach to sweep picking has influenced guitarists across jazz, rock, and metal. Through instructional books, videos, masterclasses, and the Frank Gambale Guitar School, he shares his knowledge of technique, harmony, and improvisation.
His role in the quintet
Harmony, rhythm, and a voice of his own.
Frank plays guitar in the Brian Anadon Quintet. His role combines chordal accompaniment, rhythmic interplay, and improvised solos, adding another melodic voice alongside saxophone and keyboards while connecting with the foundation of bass and drums.