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Stanley Plays Jimi

February 7, 2026 7:30 pm

Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club
135 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801

World-renowned guitarist Stanley Jordan brings his long-running tribute Stanley Plays Jimi to the stage--a deeply personal and imaginative homage to Jimi Hendrix. Rather than imitate, Stanley re-imagines Hendrix's music, channeling his spirit while exploring how Jimi's sound might have evolved today.

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Why We Like It

  • Stanley Jordan is a four-time Grammy nominee with a signature two-hand tapping technique.
  • Though widely celebrated for his groundbreaking jazz career, Stanley has always kept one foot in rock and blues.
  • With Stanley Plays Jimi, he blends Hendrix's explosive energy with his own exploratory style, honoring the legend while expanding the vocabulary he left behind.

Who Should Attend

Music lovers, Jimi Hendrix fans, and those interested in innovative guitar performances will enjoy this event.

In the Spotlight

Stanley Jordan

A world-renowned guitarist known for his signature two-hand tapping technique and groundbreaking jazz career.

About the Venue

Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club

A renowned music venue in Portsmouth, NH, offering an intimate and welcoming atmosphere for live performances.

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