Brett Hansen is a Canadian guitarist, composer, and educator. He is a graduate of MacEwan University’s Bachelor of Music program, where he studied under Juno nominated guitarist Jim Head. He has also studied under other acclaimed guitarists including Matthew Stevens, Gilad Hekselman, Julian Lage, Mike Stern, Lage Lund, Oz, Noy, Pete McCann, and Rez Abbasi. Brett has performed with the likes of PJ Perry, Robi Botos, Gil Goldstein, Mike Rud, the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, Mallory Chipman, and many others as well as leading his own groups. He also performs with pop and contemporary groups providing support for the likes of Blue Rodeo, AQUA, Blue Oyster Cult, Madeline Peyroux and many more. His debut record Confluence is set for release in fall 2024.