Ed Bickert became increasingly in demand as a session guitarist, and in 1974, on the recommendation of the legendary Jim Hall, the equally legendary Paul Desmond sought out Ed to form a performing ...

Depending on who you talk to, Ed Bickert first picked up a guitar at either the age of eight or the age of 12. From there, the B.C.- raised musician went on to become a seminal jazz virtuoso — as a ...

One of Canada’s finest musicians, guitarist Ed Bickert, died on Thursday. He was 86. He was quiet and reserved, but the rich harmonies in Bickert’s playing captivated listeners and fellow musicians ...