Artist
Driving bass, melodic instinct and deep roots in early jazz.
“Dave Kelbie's rhythmic guitar and Sébastien Girardot's pulsating bass form the foundation on which the music breathes and communicates — every note alive.”
Australian double bassist Sébastien Girardot combines classical training and a New Orleans jazz background with a powerful sound, melodic playing and a strong sense of swing.
Double bassist Sébastien Girardot has established himself as one of the most distinctive and reliable voices in European traditional and swing jazz. Known for his warm, resonant tone and impeccable rhythmic sense, he brings both foundation and melodic character to every ensemble he performs with. His musicality blends technical precision with a deep understanding of early jazz language.
Girardot is a regular collaborator with many of the scene's leading artists, including Tcha Limberger, Fapy Lafertin, Adrian Cox, Don Vappie, Evan Christopher and Duke Heitger. He performs widely across Europe, appearing at jazz festivals, theatres and concert halls in a variety of acoustic ensembles ranging from trios to larger classic jazz groups.
Combining versatility, taste and a strong artistic identity, Sébastien Girardot is one of the central figures of the contemporary classic jazz revival.
“Swinging with impeccable taste.”
“Bass solos full of a beautiful authority.”
