Miguel Hernandez is a professional guitarist and bassist who is an active member of the greater Portland, Oregon area music scene.
Miguel works with a diversified array of groups and genres, ranging from a fluid blend of jazz, Latin, rock, as well as neo-soul, pop, and indie. His distinct tone draws from influences like John Scofield, Gilad Hekselman, and Wes Montgomery. The definition of a musician who is not limited by genre, Miguel values classic tones and challenges the norm, both in terms of his creative visions and in his teaching and learning styles.
An avid learner himself, Miguel studied under renowned Portland jazz musicians Alan Jones and Dan Balmer. In addition, Miguel has multiple ties with the Portland State University jazz program, working with numerous musicians on their senior thesis, including duo singer-songwriter gigs and jazz combo performances.
Currently, Miguel focuses on his ensemble, El Camino Organ Trio, creating a positive space for him and his colleagues to challenge their approach to the gigging lifestyle, concentrating more on improvisation and self-expression as artists. Miguel also teaches guitar, bass, and ukulele at Lydian Music Studios in Portland, OR.
Miguel works with a diversified array of groups and genres, ranging from a fluid blend of jazz, Latin, rock, as well as neo-soul, pop, and indie. His distinct tone draws from influences like John Scofield, Gilad Hekselman, and Wes Montgomery. The definition of a musician who is not limited by genre, Miguel values classic tones and challenges the norm, both in terms of his creative visions and in his teaching and learning styles.
An avid learner himself, Miguel studied under renowned Portland jazz musicians Alan Jones and Dan Balmer. In addition, Miguel has multiple ties with the Portland State University jazz program, working with numerous musicians on their senior thesis, including duo singer-songwriter gigs and jazz combo performances.
Currently, Miguel focuses on his ensemble, El Camino Organ Trio, creating a positive space for him and his colleagues to challenge their approach to the gigging lifestyle, concentrating more on improvisation and self-expression as artists. Miguel also teaches guitar, bass, and ukulele at Lydian Music Studios in Portland, OR.
"Miguel Hernandez is a professional, diligent, and skilled guitarist to work with. I have had the privilege of watching him perform, as well as joining him in several ensembles. I’ve seen a
high level of adeptness in styles such as jazz, R&B, soul, hip hop, and other rock-adjacent genres. In addition to interpreting many covers in fun and creative ways, he has also written a great deal of lovely compositions...Given everything Miguel brings to the table, I couldn’t recommend a better guitar instructor..."
- Sam Mendoza