Dave studied music theory and composition at Philadelphia's Temple University.
He further studied arrangement and composition with the late pianist/composer
Frank Caruso. As a student of the late guitarist Dennis Sandole, (a mentor to such
greats as George Benson, James Moody and Pat Martino), Dave began to develop
his personal style and talents.

Baker played guitar for "Sweet Rest," an originals group that toured with Darrel
Hall and John Oates." He also performed with the jazz/fusion band "High Treason,"
which had a successful recording for Atlantic Records in 1971. In the late 70's,
Dave founded and played for the "Dave Baker Sextet," a jazz band regularly
featured on Philadelphia's live evening radio show, "WRTI Fridays."

Dave has produced and released 5 CDs on his own label, DAB Music, since 1995
and has received international airplay, critical acclaim and commercial success.

My background

Dave studied music and theory at Temple University, and studied Guitar with the late Denis Sandole (a mentor to such greats as George Benson and Pat Martino). Dave studied arrangement and composition with the late pianist/composer Frank Caruso.


Currently, Dave performs over 100 times/year at corporate events, wedding ceremonies, cocktail hours, rehearsal dinners and private affairs. His label, DAB Music, has released 5 CD's since 1995 receiving both crtical acclaim and international airplay.

Dave Baker

Baker created his latest body of work to fit the unique and elegant background music needs of more sophisticated venues. He currently appears at corporate receptions, museum and academic events, major hotels and private functions.