Ben Matthews was drawn to the piano at a young age, following a passion for artistic expression through improvisation and composition. Since 2008 he has held various residencies at many of Perth’s premier performance venues, has been nominated for a WAM award, and has shared the stage with some of Australia’s internationally acclaimed musicians as a sideman and bandleader. Providing ambience of a relaxing and intimate nature, Ben’s solo piano sound is a contemplative blend of jazz (Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, Hiromi Uehara), classical (Ravel, Chopin, Ryuichi Sakamoto) and contemporary soundtrack music (Hans Zimmer, Nobuo Uematsu, Joe Hisaishi).
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Ben Matthews Ensembles
Treat your guests to some live jazz with a band tailored to suit any occasion. Ben Matthews Ensembles combines the talent of Australia’s in-demand jazz musicians to provide an atmosphere of warmth and class at private functions, weddings and corporate events.
Ben Matthews Duo: Piano/Bass or Piano/Saxophone
The instrumental jazz duo or trio provides something a little louder and a little livelier, and is reminiscent of more traditional instrumental jazz music, utilising repertoire from the Great American Songbook. Inviting a horn player (saxophone or trumpet) or a bassist to join the piano allows for music best suited to medium sized venues.
For the duo dynamic, adding the upright bass provides a deeper and warmer sound. Adding a horn is ideal for cutting through louder venues, ensuring the music is comfortably audible amongst background noise and chatter.
Ben Matthews Trio: Piano/Upright Bass/Drum Kit
Drawing influence from the likes of Oscar Peterson, Brad Mehldau and Bill Evans’ iconic jazz ensembles, this is most popular ensemble experience. The jazz trio format offers a versatile and dynamic sound and is suitable for any occasion or setting.
Ben Matthews Quartet: Piano/Upright Bass/Drum Kit/Saxophone
Creative, energetic and modern – the instrumental quartet features the engine room of the jazz trio with some extra punch from the sax’.
