Avi Bortnick

Avi Bortnick (born January 7, 1963) is a guitarist who became more widely known after his association with jazz guitarist John Scofield. Bortnick joined Scofield's jam-oriented band in 2000, and played rhythm guitar and samples on two records: Überjam and Up All Night. Born in Israel, Bortnick was raised in St. Louis, Missouri, where he attended racially integrated public schools and was immersed in the sounds of late 70's funk, rock and soul. After moving to California in 1983, Bortnick began to play with various African and Caribbean bands.