Today, we’re shooting the breeze with JAZZ GUITARIST and COMPOSER, New Yorker Todd Bordonaro, who composes under the brand name TODD B. Todd uses JAZZ, BLUES, FUNK, ELECTRONICA and CHILL to craft his instrumental compositions, and the effect is mesmerising.
He’s a highly accomplished guitar player, and he’s fronted celebrated musicians such as American JAZZ and BLUES greats, DAVE BRUBECK and JAMES COTTON. He studied with renowned JAZZ teachers, PETER PRISCO and JACK WILKINS, and studied music at the University of Miami and Mannes School of Music. Todd writes music for FILM, TELEVISION, COMMERCIALS, and INFLUENCER VIDEOS. He’s also a multi-level guitar teacher.
Let’s talk to TODD B.
RADIOSPARX: Todd, it’s great to catch up with again. What’s been happening since we last interviewed you in 2023.
TODD B: Thanks Meryana, it’s been a fun and wild year. My recent news is that I recently signed two new contracts with a production music record label and a well known music library, and currently I’m working on a funk/jazz album with a fantastic sax player friend from Phoenix, Arizona.
I’ve also started a series of instruction videos called Good Morning Guitar, posted on my socials, so it’s certainly go-go-go from my side.
RADIOSPARX: That’s awesome Todd. Congratulations on your successes.
We’re thrilled for you, and it’s great to hear you talk about your GOOD MORNING GUITAR sessions on the socials. We will link some of your lessons at the end of this article for our readers to enjoy and get inspired from. First up, then, tell us about your day composing; from waking up to going to sleep and how your composing day pans out.
TODD B: Over the years, I’ve developed a routine and a consistent way in which I manage my time. This allows me the freedom to be productive and get the most out of each day. After breakfast, I check emails and then practice the guitar for one hour and the piano for half an hour. When that’s done, I’ll work on the latest track that I’m creating, mixing, producing.
By 11am I’m either swimming or working out in the gym, and then I’ll come back home and have a light lunch. The remainder of the afternoon is spent working on tracks. After dinner, I’m either teaching guitar or working on tracks (especially if I have an upcoming deadline). To finish my day, I’ll either watch some TV or read.
