Contact me with any questions and to schedule lessons at my home studio in Flat Rock, Mi. or online via Skype
Email nbehnan@gmail.com Phone 248-943-6441
BIO
Nick Behnan is a guitarist composer and producer from Detroit, Mi. He’s toured as guitarist for national artists including The Hip Hop 50th anniversary tour feat. Doug E Fresh, Slick Rick, Big Daddy Cane, KRS ONE, Rakim, and EPMD. Other artists include Carl Thomas, Keith Washington, Flavor Flav, 2021 winner of The Voice Cam Anthony, Angie Stone, Motown legend Martha Reeves, Johny Gill, and Eric Roberson. He had the honor of performing with Greg Phillinganes (Michael Jackson/Stevie Wonder/Toto) as a part of Detroit Music Weekends tribute to the Jackson 5. Nick also toured nationally as the guitarist for Pride And Joy The Marvin Gaye Musical.
His original projects The Infatuations, JIVA, The Lows, and solo releases Nick Behnan can be streamed/downloaded on all major platforms. The Infatuations have received over a dozen Detroit Music Awards and shared bills with legendary artists like Sheila E, George Clinton, and Rusted Root. The Lows opened for major rock acts Candlebox, Stone Temple Pilots, Puddle Of Mud and Pop Evil and landed a feature placement on the Xbox/PlayStation game NASCAR Heat 3.
Nick also composes and produces music for TV/Film with tracks regularly featured on Hulu, Netflix, Amazon Prime, HBO, NBC, Fox and most all other major networks. Some notable shows include Mayans M.C., Jane The Virgin, Chicago Fire, Mayer Of Kingstown, Dance Moms, and Bones.
Teaching Background/Philosophy
- I have a degree from Michigan State University and have been teaching privately for over 15 years while working as a full time performing & touring musician.
- I enjoy working with students of all ages and skill levels from beginners to professionals seeking performance coaching.
- I teach the fundamental concepts and techniques of music in a uniquely clear and concise manor. I teach a balanced mix of music theory, improvisation, technique, songs, and composition.
- I have an understanding and professional experience with almost all styles of music (Blues, Rock, Funk, Soul, Gospel, Latin, CCM, Jazz, Metal, Hip Hop, Classical, RnB, Country) and I teach my students music THEY want to learn.
- Most importantly I make sure its fun for my students and that they are getting the maximum fulfillment and enjoyment from learning their instrument.