Alex de Grassi

The Profile

American fingerstyle acoustic guitarist known for open tunings and solo instrumental recordings on Windham Hill and his own Tropo Music label.

Associated with Windham Hill; praised for mastery of open tunings, use of six- and twelve-string guitars and the Sympitar; influenced by folk fingerstyle traditions (John Fahey, Leo Kottke referenced in reviews); founded Tropo Music (released The Water Garden in 1998, per review).

De Grassi is presented as a masterful American fingerstyle guitarist associated with Windham Hill. Reviews praise his open-tuning technique, subtle melodies, and use of 6-, 12-string and Sympitar instruments. The Water Garden is highlighted as a contemplative solo-guitar record that rewards attentive listening.