Allan Holdsworth / CA, USA 1984

This collector’s DVD features rare footage of a clinic and jam session held in 1984 by the legendary guitarist Allan Holdsworth at the prestigious G.I.T. (Guitar Institute of Technology) in California. During the early 1980s, Holdsworth was making great strides as a solo artist; this release captures him at the peak of his powers—spanning the *Road Games* and *Metal Fatigue* eras—offering an up-close look at the innovative playing style that continues to influence guitarists worldwide. He is backed by a powerhouse quartet featuring longtime associates Bunny Brunel (bass), Tom Brechtlein (drums), and Kenny Akagi (keyboards). The performance showcases sophisticated interplay that seamlessly traverses jazz, rock, and fusion, alongside Holdsworth’s signature fluid legato technique and unpredictable harmonic sensibilities. Because the event was an open session at an educational institution, the atmosphere is more relaxed than a standard concert, allowing for spontaneous jams and solo performances—a major highlight of this release. It serves as a valuable archival record that lets viewers experience Holdsworth’s musical concepts and performance philosophy firsthand. This is an essential collector’s DVD for guitar and fusion fans, documenting a pivotal era when the creativity of Allan Holdsworth—a revolutionary figure in jazz-fusion—was shining brightest. It offers far more than just a typical live concert video; it captures the true essence of interplay and improvisation among world-class musicians. Recorded at Guitar Institute of Technology (G.I.T.) Hollywood, California, USA – 1984 Quartet Play, Jam & Solos Allan Holdsworth – Guitar Bunny Brunel – Bass Kenny Akagi – Keyboards Tom Brechtlein – Drums Contents Five Tracks Live Quartet Jam Sessions Individual Solos Group Improvisations Running Time 45 Minutes