Hello, I'm Billy Newman - welcome to my website!

I am a Guitarist/Composer and Educator currently performing and teaching in the New York area. In the last years I've been especially focused on Brazilian music and my original music though I never cease playing Jazz regularly. Check the calender updated each month about performances

Please enjoy listening to the many sound clips on this site and feel free to be in contact with me about playing, teaching and composing.

My book is not available directly at this site. If you are having problems buying it, please contact me.

My new CD has been completed (june 06). That will be available soon featuring the Brooklyn Brazil Bop Sextet and all original compositions.

I was awarded composer's residencies at two prestigious institutions:
2006 Yaddo and 2007 the MacDowell Colony.
In the second half of 2007 I've premiered many new compositions in my shows.

I look forward to connecting with new and old friends who share my passions for music and the Arts.