BEN TIZZARD
GUITAR & UKULELE
Ben Tizzard has a Bachelor of Music Degree from Ambrose University in Jazz Guitar. Ben started playing at the age of 13 and has never thought twice about dedicating his time to studying and performing the guitar. He was a finalist for the Stampede Talent Show, performed as the guitarist in the Badlands Passion Play, and is honoured to have studied with leading Calgary musicians — Ralf Bushmeyer, Neil McVey, Stefano Valdo, Pat Belliveau, and Aaron Young. He’s even studied under the Calgary-based Flamenco guitarist Holly Blazina.
Ben enjoys participating in local jams/open mics in various venues across town and has performed at Calgary’s favourite venues such as the Ironwood Stage and Grill, Café Koi, SAIT Jubilee Auditorium, Mount Royal University, University of Calgary, Lolita’s Lounge, Hyatt Hotel, Ambrose University, and many more.
