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Praised for his musicality, knowledge and technique, Benjamin Tint performs concerts and classes around the country, spreading the love for classical guitar. Tint has released 3 studio albums, adjudicated competitions and is a cofounder and executive director of the Connecticut Guitar Guild. Tint also hosts a podcast series: The Lone Guitarist. Born in central Connecticut, Mr. Tint was raised in a musical family. He attended Central Connecticut State University where he studied music education and guitar performance. After graduating, Tint received his master’s in classical guitar performance at the University of Hartford from the legendary Christopher Ladd and Richard Provost.
In late 2020, Tint helped cofound a non-profit group, Connecticut Guitar Guild. Tint acts as executive director for the group. The guild focuses on fostering a classical guitar community in the central Connecticut area.
The Lone Guitarist is a podcast run by Mr. Tint. Each episode features a new guest (usually a guitar player) who talks about their life in music, educational and musical issues. Tint has interviewed some of the greatest guitarists of our generation such as Scott Tennant, Jeffry McFadden, and Antigoni Goni.
Currently, Tint resides in Connecticut and teaches middle school music as well as classical guitar lessons. Tint performs concerts regularly and plays music in a variety of genres and styles.