Nominated for a 2005 Grammy (for his collaboration with Nnenna Freelon), André Bush combines the lyrical and creative approach of modern jazz heroes such as Wayne Shorter, Keith Jarrett, and Pat Metheny, with the high-energy grooves and complex sonic structures of innovative guitarists John McLaughlin, Scott Henderson, and Nguyen Lé. In addition to a thorough grounding in the jazz tradition, his extensive experience in the world of rock and pop give him an expansive musical outlook. Author of the instructional handbook/CD Modern Jazz Guitar Styles, Bush has released three acclaimed recordings as a leader, including The Jazz Review's 1999 CD of the year, Invisible City. Bush returns to the Stanford Jazz Festival with a great combo of faculty artists.