Off The Bandstand

Episode 64: Mathis Picard

Episode Summary

As genuine as he is brilliant, pianist Mathis Picard is an artist that is rightfully celebrated. In our conversation, we explore the beauty of what happens in silence, being comfortable with not knowing what is going to happen, and an irredeemable moment of betrayal caused by a Casio keyboard. Watch the interview on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/c/ChristianWiggs

Episode Notes

Live At The Museum! The Estuary! “DJ!”

As genuine as he is brilliant, pianist Mathis Picard is an artist that is rightfully celebrated. In our conversation, we explore the beauty of what happens in silence, being comfortable with not knowing what is going to happen, and an irredeemable moment of betrayal caused by a Casio keyboard.

 

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Mathis

“Mathis Sound Orchestra - World Unity” (2020)

 

Getting to Know: Mathis! 

MATHIS, born May 30th, 1995, is a French-Malagasy pianist, composer, producer, and bandleader who currently resides in New York City. Rooted in the tradition of live acoustic performance while incorporating the latest musical technology, Mathis’ created his own style that merges Electronic Bass Music, Jazz, Classical & Stride Piano. 

Mathis, who began playing at 3 years old, was immediately passionate about music and improvisation and now focuses on sharing that passion globally. Mathis currently leads a solo project, a trio and his orchestra, The Sound Orchestra. 

When not performing his music, Mathis has the honor of sharing the stage with artists such as Mwenso & The Shakes, Braxton Cook, Ron Carter, Lillias White, Lee Ritenour, Jason Moran, CROWN, Kindness, Wynton Marsalis and more. 

 

Watch the interview on our YouTube channel here!