Carl is a major presence in the guitar world. In 1985, Carl became lead guitarist for the British
rock group Supertramp, since then he slipped into the enviable position of being one of L.A's first
call studio guitarists. He has played on over 200 different television shows as far back as 'Happy Days'
and 'Laverne and Shirley' and including 'Cheers', 'Suddenly Susan' and 'L.A. Law.'
Carl Verheyen
In his studio career he recorded with Stanley Clarke, Dave Grusin and Little Richard. Soon he was getting
called to work on many pop records including Tiffany's multi-platinum selling debut. He performed live
with jazz saxophonists Joe Farrell and Ronnie Laws, and over the years worked with singers Carl Anderson,
Christina Aguilera, Melissa Manchester, Miley Cyrrus, Leanne Rimes, Michael Damian, and Glenn Frey from
the Eagles. He played on the Tonight Show with country music artists Tom Wopat and Shelby Lynn,
and recorded a movie soundtrack with Dolly Parton and a few records with Cher.
While living near the University of Massachusetts, Carl got the opportunity to work with the innovative jazz
drummer, Max Roach. After a brief taste of the road, he returned to the Los Angeles area and began leading his
own group, which included bassists John Patitucci and Dave Marotta and drummers Chad Wackerman and John Ferraro.
Carl's latest album "Trading Eights" features some of the greatest guitarists on the planet including special guests
Joe Bonamassa, Rick Vito, Scott Henderson, Steve Morse, Robben Ford, Jim Cox and Albert Lee.
This current series of dates features Carl playing solo concerts with his own inimitable grasp of countless styles
and techniques. A thrilling chance to see one of the worlds foremost guitarists at work. Checkout a full in-depth Carl Verheyen interview.
Current Dates
Monday October 26th: London, Pizza Express, Dean Street:
To Book: Tel 0845 6027 017. Or on-line www.pizzaexpresslive.co.uk
Friday October 30th: Brighton, The Latest Bar,14 - 17 Manchester Street, BN2 1TF:
To Book: Tel 01273 687171. Or on-line www.thelatest.co.uk
Saturday October 31st: Bexhill, Sports Club: Double bill featuring GUTHRIE GOVAN
To Book: Tel 07834 205880. Or on-line www.toppstrings.co.uk
Public Workshop Dates
London: From 5PM: Monday October 26th:
Pizza Express, Dean Street
All workshops are £20 and last one hour and places are limited. For enquiries please call 07866 977 013
Private lessons are also available in a VERY limited number. Please email.
Contact: Andy Drudy: 57 Hastings Ave, Seaford, East Sussex, BN25 3LQ.
