David Cohen | Live Flamenco & Classical Guitar, Chinese Pipa & Bagpipes

 

David Cohen is a classical and flamenco guitarist in New Jersey with over 40 years of experience as a performer, recording artist, and educator. Throughout his career, he has developed mastery of classical guitar, flamenco guitar, Chinese pipa, and Galician and Highland bagpipes. As a result, his musical work spans cultures, traditions, and continents. By blending disciplined technique with emotional storytelling, David creates performances that feel both powerful and deeply human.

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Original Music & Performances

David Cohen’s original compositions appear on two studio recordings that document the evolution of his musical voice.

First, David Cohen: Guitar (2012) earned the Best Instrumentalist award and showcases original works rooted in classical guitar traditions. At the same time, the album introduces modern rhythms and innovative phrasing that reflect David’s contemporary perspective.

Later, Chaos Theory (2017) marked a more expansive and exploratory period in his career. Notably, this release coincided with the start of his UK tour. During that time, David performed at St. Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh and the legendary Troubadour in London, thereby reinforcing his international presence as a classical and flamenco guitarist.

In addition to his work abroad, David has performed extensively throughout the United States.  His appearances include New York, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Atlanta, Memphis, Nashville, aand Minneapolis along with numerous civic, cultural, and private events nationwide.

 

Chinese Pipa and Cross-Cultural Musical Exploration

In addition to his work as a classical and flamenco guitarist, David Cohen actively studies and performs the Chinese pipa, a traditional four-stringed lute with more than two thousand years of history. Through this work, he demonstrates a deep commitment to musical traditions beyond the Western canon.

Rather than treating the pipa as a novelty, David approaches it with discipline and respect for its cultural origins. Over years of focused study, he has embraced its expressive techniques, percussive articulation, and storytelling capabilities. Consequently, he now incorporates the Chinese pipa into solo performances, cross-cultural programs, and educational settings.

Bagpipes, Tradition, and Ceremonial Performance

David Cohen also performs as an accomplished bagpiper on both Galician gaita and Highland bagpipes. Over the years, he has brought bagpipe music to parades, government ceremonies, nonprofit events, weddings, and major public gatherings across the United States.

Guitar Lessons for All Levels

Beyond performing, David Cohen provides guitar lessons for students of all ages and experience levels. He builds each lesson on a strong classical guitar foundation, emphasizing proper technique, posture, tone production, and musical understanding.

Book David for Performances & Lessons

David Cohen is available for live performances, guitar lessons, weddings, special events, and ceremonies. Whether you seek a classical or flamenco guitarist, a skilled bagpiper, or a unique multi-instrumental program combining guitar, pipa, and bagpipes, David delivers professionalism, artistry, and depth.

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David Cohen’s Studio Recordings

Discover the distinctive sound of David Cohen’s original guitar compositions, which blend classical guitar, flamenco rhythms, and experimental melodies. With over four decades of experience, David invites listeners into a world where tradition and innovation coexist, creating recordings that unfold as journeys of rhythm, texture, and expression.

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Book David Cohen Today

Booking Information

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