Biography

Marcello Benetti is a multi-hyphenate artist who blends his Italian heritage with the soul of New Orleans to create vibrant, captivating nu-jazz. A composer, multi-instrumentalist, and performer, Marcello plays four instruments and performs as a blues and jazz drummer in Austin, Texas, while continuing his work as an improvisational musician in Italy.

In 2021, he released a children’s book accompanied by an original musical soundtrack.

Most recently, Marcello produced and recorded his first solo piano album, featuring all original compositions. The music is intimate, minimalistic, and cinematic in style.

As a drummer, Marcello performs blues, funk, and jazz throughout Austin, his current home.

As a multi-instrumentalist, he presents his one-man performance, Marcello Benetti Music Playground, seamlessly moving between piano, guitar, vibraphone, and drums while using his voice in imaginative and unconventional ways.

In Italy, Marcello is the founder and curator of Castellantico 15, a multidisciplinary arts venue in the heart of Mirano, near Venice. The space hosts live music performances, art exhibitions, workshops, and seminars, creating a vibrant gathering place for artists and the community.