Carl Mayotte is an award-winning Canadian bassist, composer, and bandleader, recognized for his virtuosity, rhythmic precision, and genre-transcending musical voice. Blending jazz, fusion, rock, and Latin influences, he has quickly established himself as one of the most exciting artists of his generation on the Canadian jazz scene.

Carl has won a Félix Award for Jazz Album of the Year as well as the Radio-Canada Jazz Revelation title. He has released several critically acclaimed albums and has toured extensively across Canada and Europe. His projects stand out for their rich compositions, dynamic grooves, and strong narrative dimension, bringing together musicians from diverse musical backgrounds.

Carl is currently working on his next album, Claude, a deeply personal and introspective project that marks a new chapter in his artistic journey while maintaining the energy and openness that define his signature style.

About the concert:

Carl Mayotte presents a unique solo bass concert that reimagines Québec music and iconic video game themes through a vibrant jazz lens. In this intimate yet electrifying performance, he transforms familiar melodies from his musical heritage and beloved game soundtracks into rich, sophisticated arrangements filled with improvisation, harmony, and groove—revealing unexpected connections between tradition, nostalgia, and modern culture.

This solo performance highlights the full expressive range of the bass guitar. Through melodic playing, intricate harmonies, percussive techniques, and deeply rooted grooves, Carl pushes the instrument far beyond its traditional role. The concert becomes both a musical journey and a demonstration of the bass's limitless potential—virtuosic, lyrical, rhythmic, and immersive all at once.