Biography of Janette Mason

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"Janette Mason's breakout album os a triumph of excellent themes,catchy hooks,fierce swing and uncompromising openess to improvisation"

John Fordham, The Guardian

"Din and Tonic showcases a major compositional talent and a fine pianist"
Peter Quinn-Jazz Wise

"Janette Mason, who is definitely a musician to watch"

Dave Gelly - The Observer



An inspired and inspiring keyboard player and improviser, Janette Mason's work encompasses the vicissitude of jazz, pop, indie and world music. A versatility that has made her a sort after sideman with artists as diverse as Claire Martin, Ian Shaw, Annie Whitehead to legendary singer/songwriter Robert Wyatt, and top pop acts Oasis, Pulp, Suzanne Vega and Seal.

When the moment came for Janette to accept the limelight and strut her stuff she could be an inspired and inspiring knockout soloist
Robert Wyatt


Originally training in classical piano and flute, Janette turned professional at nineteen and cut her teeth in theatre and TV. English audiences will remember her as M.D. of Le Show and Jonathon Ross's Saturday Zoo. Having completed a Mmus in composition for film and television at the London College of Music, Janette draws upon her tapestry of experiences in her own compositions. The adaptability so appreciated in her playing combined with her natural flair for orchestration enable her to respond imaginatively to a variety of commissions; from film- Bob Hoskins latest movie 'Ruby Blue' to documentary - The Debt Machine Channel 4, to the last series of Sex and the City.

She has taken this experience to create a stunning debut album, Din and Tonic, drawing together an exciting array of musicians to perform her original compositions.

"Janette Mason's breakout album os a triumph of excellent themes,catchy hooks,fierce swing and uncompromising openess to improvisation.

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John Fordham, The Guardian