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         Alvin Brendan, a Filipino-Canadian musician, is one of Vancouver’s most sought-after guitarists, celebrated for his dynamic performances and versatility both live and in the studio. Throughout his career, Brendan has honed his craft, performing with many of Canada’s top artists at prestigious venues and on national and international tours. His studio collaborations with internationally renowned artists and producers further cement his reputation as a versatile and accomplished musician. Notable artists Brendan has collaborated with include Katie Tupper (Juno Award Nominated), Tiny Habits, Ayla Tesler-Mabé, and Mikey Jose, among many others.

            In addition to becoming an in demand session musician, he has been quickly crafting a strong identity for himself as a Jazz musician in Vancouver. Despite his youth, he has been fortunate enough to land many performance and recording opportunities with Vancouver’s best. Alvin attributes his cool and sophisticated sound to his learning from his local heroes Bill Coon and Ron Samworth, as well as having the opportunity to learn from internationally acclaimed legends Peter Bernstein and Lorne Lofsky. In combining his love for early Jazz/Swing music with his contemporary influences, Alvin always aims to create a statement that adheres to a rich musical tradition whilst being exciting and fresh. 

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"Post-It Notes" EP (2018) - Paul Caldwell

Jeff Zipp/Light Machine Records

Folk/Singer-Songwriter

"Horse" Single (2018) - Brian O'Brien

Jeff Zipp/Light Machine Records

Country/Folk

"Tissa Rahim" EP (2019) - Tissa Rahim

Jeff Zipp/Light Machine Records

R&B/Pop

"The Boy Next Door" Album (2019) - Will Clements

David Sikula/Monarch Studios

Jazz

"For You" EP (2019) - Antoinette

Tom Dobrzanski/Monarch Studios

Pop

"Special Haze Of Grey" Single (2019) - Jez Bonham

Jeff Zipp/Light Machine Records

Folk/Singer-Songwriter

"Missing Love" EP (2020) - Tissa Rahim

Braeden "Pockets" Rangno/Vibecave

R&B/Pop

"Panting Heart" EP (2020) - Dey Rose

Braeden "Pockets" Rangno/Vibecave

Pop/Rock/R&B

"Make Me Love You" Single (2020), Ashley Fulton

Ameer Corro

Pop

 

"Headlines" Single (2020) - Paul Caldwell

Jeff Zipp/Light Machine Records

Folk/Singer-Songwriter

"Grand Slam" Album (2020) - Grand Slam Jazz Band

Tony Chamberlist/The Blue House

Traditional Jazz

"Autumn Nocturne" EP (2021) - Amber Tsang & Alvin Brendan

David Sikula/Demitone Productions

Jazz

"Cozy Wozy" Album (2021) - Curty

Little Red Sounds Studio

Children’s Music

"Monday" Single (2021) - Paul Caldwell

Jeff Zipp/Light Machine Records

Folk/Singer-Songwriter

"Mahiwagang Tsubibo" Single (2021) Dey Rose

(Kaj Falch-Nielsen, Ameer Corro, Alvin Brendan)/Blue Light Studios 

Pop/Rock

"Feel Good" Single (2021) - Raven Jain

Braeden "Pockets" Rangno, Alvin Brendan/Vibecave

Pop/Funk

"Every Time" Single (2021) - Paul Caldwell

Jeff Zipp/Light Machine Records

Folk/Singer-Songwriter
 

“Doralice” Single (2021) - Will Clements

Capsule Studios

Jazz

“Day By Day” Single (2021) - Will Clements

Capsule Studios

Jazz

“Hurricane” Single (2021) - Dey Rose

(Kaj Falch-Nielsen, Ameer Corro, Alvin Brendan)/Blue Light Studios 

Pop/Rock

“Aseria” Single (2021) - Nathan Campbell

Self-Produced

Cinematic

“Feelings” Single  (2021) - Nette

Self-Produced

Pop

“Duets” EP (2021) - Will Clements/Alvin Brendan

Capsule Studios

Jazz

“Limitless” Single (2022) - Catherine Aria

Warehouse Studios

Pop

“All I Ask” Single (2022) - RAIAAN

 Jeremiah Gowen/Hipposonic Studios

 Pop

“Won’t Forget” Single (2022) - Ameer Corro/Annie Dang

         Self-Produced/Ameer Corro

Pop

“Written All Over My Heart” Single (2022) - Paul Caldwell

Jeff Zipp/Light Machine Records

Rock

“Feelin’ Good” Single (2022) - DARI

         Echoplant Studios

Pop

“Let It In” Single (2022) - Maya Rae

          Jeff Zipp/Light Machine Records/Benjamin Millman

          Pop

“Make-Believe” EP (2022) - RAIAAN

           Jeremiah Gowen/Hipposonic Studios

           Pop

“Habits” Single (2022) - Mar Emanuel

          Self-Produced/Mar Emanuel

          R&B

“Something Bout Chu” - Single (2022) - Lozen

           DJ Kemo

           Reggae

“Honeycomb” Single (2022) - KNOWN

           KULTARGOTBOUNCE

           Pop

“Where I’m Going” Album (2022) - Maya Rae

           Jeff Zipp/Light Machine Records/Benjamin Millman

           Pop

“Trucks and Beer” Single (2022) - Abygale Durie

           Jeremiah Gowen/Hipposonic Studios

           Country

“Hey There” Single (2022) - Jeremy Wong

            Cellar Live/Warehouse Studios

            Jazz

“Twisted” Single (2022) - Dani Camacho

            Jeff Zipp/Light Machine Records

            Pop

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          I have been teaching electric/acoustic guitar, electric bass and ukulele privately and through different institutions for about a decade. Throughout those years I have found myself in a variety of teaching situations, from one-on-one lessons to classes of thirty; from teaching 6 year olds to 70 year olds; from teaching Metallica riffs to Chet Baker solos. My aim as an educator is to help my students realize their own musical goals, create a plan to reach it, and help them on their musical journey to achieve that goal. 

           All ages, skill levels and musical interests are welcome. Lessons in harmony, soloing, improvising, music theory and ear training can all be provided depending on your own goals.
I am confident that I have what it takes to get you playing! Please contact me below for more details. 

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