ALAIN MALLET

Born in France, Alain Mallet moved to the States at the age of 21 to attend Berklee College of Music where he is now associate professor in the ensemble and piano departments. He has toured and recorded with some of the biggest names in Jazz and pop including Phil Woods, Paul Simon, Paquito D’Rivera, Marc Johnson and Madeleine Peyroux. He is a critically acclaimed producer, particularly for his work with Jonatha Brooke. His original compositions have been recorded by jazz greats such as Gary Burton, Dave Samuels and Paquito D’Rivera to name a few. Recently he was working as pianist and musical director for jazz star Robin McKelle, performing with local Jam Band sensation ClubD’Elf and has been recording with saxophonist Andy Snitzer, flamenco singer Jose Merce, and singer Janis Siegel of Manhattan transfer. He has produced four tracks for singer/saxophonist Grace Kelly (Glamour magazine top music student in the US) and read more...