Michael Schau and Highway 61
I am an independent Juno nominated guitarist/vocalist/artist from Vancouver B.C., Canada. I have shared the stage with Taj Mahal and Otis Rush to name a couple. I am absolutely passionate about music.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
I have been playing professionally since the late seventies and have performed in clubs, on concert stages and on countless recordings.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
Being nominated for a Juno Award in 1997 was an absolute honor not to mention having the humbling and awesome experience of sharing the stage with Taj Mahal and Otis Rush. I have been a regular attraction at the duMaurier International Jazz Festival in Vancouver.
Your musical influences
Jimi Hendrix was my first major influence (saw him live in 1967) Since then there have been many infuences on my playing. I'd like to sum it up by saying that any kind of music that moves me, influences me.
What equipment do you use?
Fender Stratocaster (American) with Seymour Duncan P/Us. An array of custom made effects pedals. Traynor Custom Valve YCV40 (Canadian made)
