To exhibit a craft developing which spans the cultivation of a lifetime . . .
To push the barriers unknown on an artistic journey . . .
Billy pursues a fruitful quest of instinct guided articulation . . .
and aims to share his improvisation with the global community!
How have I learnt (and continue to learn) the language?
Northern Metropolitan Institute of TAFE
Cert III Contemporary Music (2011)
Cert IV Contemporary Music (2012)
Advanced Diploma of Music (2013)
Victorian College of the Arts (University of Melbourne)
Bachelor of Fine Art, Contemporary Music (2015 - 2019)
Melbourne Polytechnic HE
Bachelor of Music (2021 - 2022)
and of course . . . gigging
recording
transcribing
being open to the muse
Respect and honour is due to the figures that have built and continue to build the rich, diverse and evolving Australian music scene that is so accessible to all today. The Melbourne music scene in particular exists as one of the most thriving musical epicentres on the planet!
The mentors, educators and artists of whom I speak each provide a vital influence via institution (the schools) and workplace (live performance).
Having found their own strong, individual voices, they have been the ones to carry on the cultural baton of artists past and present.
In their example, I aim to continue the work in keeping that fire burning and relevant to the ever-changing society in which we live.
Let’s play music!
WAMMUSIC acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Billy Mathieson
Sunday Sunset Sessions: A regular session every Sunday at Ragtime Tavern where musos are invited to bring their talent for an open jam.
Billy Mathieson
Support set for Toqui. Billy Mathieson on his quest of orchestral, improvisational expression on the piano - portraying to an audience that which words cannot and evoking emotions pensive and nostalgic.