Julian Avila

Julian Avila is a Colombian-American Recording Artist, Guitarist, Composer, and Producer. His accolades include 2x Latin Grammy-winning guitarist, 5x Latin Grammy nominations, and a Grammy nomination as a guitar player.
Avila’s first love has always been jazz music. He has released two instrumental solo albums: Heart - Mind - Matter and his latest release, Vintage Soul.
As a highly sought-after session musician, Julian has played, toured, and recorded on numerous albums spanning a wide range of musical styles. His collaborations include artists such as:
Chayanne, Julieta Venegas, Ceelo Green, Leslie Grace, Luis Fonsi, Aymee Nuviola, BeBe Winans, Jon Secada, Arturo Sandoval, Tony Succar, Sheila E., Isabela Merced, Betty Wright, Jekalyn Carr, Alain Perez, Coast City, Beatriz Luengo, Manuel Turizo, Gloria Estefan, Diego Torres, José Luis Rodríguez, Cabas, Miami Mass Choir, Jorge Celedón, Ruben Studdard, Santiago Cruz, Daniela Mercury, Vanessa Da Mata, Luis Enrique, Marcos Yaroide, and many more.
Julian has toured across the world, performing at some of the most prestigious jazz festivals in Italy, France, Spain, the United Kingdom, Israel, and the United States. He was also part of the Latin Grammy Awards house band, further solidifying his reputation as a top-tier musician.
Having played an array of different styles, Julian Avila is a versatile musician who intuitively senses and executes the most tasteful vibe for each project he’s a part of.