Matt Wilson

Matt Wilson

Matt Wilson’s Honey and Salt, Matt Wilson Quartet, Arts and Crafts, Christmas Tree-O / Independent

Matt Wilson has released thirteen albums as a leader, appeared on more than 425 others as a sideman and has played with an impressive array of some of the most legendary names in jazz. Wilson was named 2018 Musician of the Year by the Jazz Journalists Association and his album, Honey And Salt (Music Inspired by the Poetry of Carl Sandburg), won the JJAs Album of the Year Award. Wilsons commitment to jazz goes far beyond his estimable skills as a drummer and bandleader. Also a renowned educator, he is on a tireless mission to foster a lively and deep connection between music and people, whether they be playing or listening to it.

Matt Wilson'S SETUP:

  1. 13” K Constantinople Hi Hats
  2. 20” K Constantinople High Bell Medium Thin Low
  3. 20 K Constantinople Prototype w/ 3 Rivets
  4. 22” Swish Knocker w/ 6 rivets

* May be prototype

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  • WHAT INSPIRES YOU?

    I will forever be surprised and amazed by the sonic beauty, imagination and humanity that my fellow musicians allow me to share with them.

  • WORDS OF WISDOM FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF DRUMMERS

    Find your own groove, but don’t forget your roots.

  • FAVORITE ZILDJIAN CYMBAL/COMBO

    My 20” K Constantinople Prototype Ride.

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