About Kenneth Bender

 Kenneth Bender is classical guitar performer and teacher native to San Diego who has devoted nearly twenty years to mastering the classical guitar.  He regularly performs solo works, duets, and with larger ensembles across the country. Over many years, his artistry has been sharpened under two giants of the guitar world: Christopher Parkening at Pepperdine University and Maestro Pepe Romero. 

Audiences remember Kenneth for the impact of his sound—bold, resonant, and shaped with a level of expressiveness that stands out in the classical world. Kenneth’s playing is engaging, dynamic, and filled with rich tonal colors that give each performance its signature depth.