Matt Darriau is an accomplished musician rooted in world music traditions, bringing together Balkan, klezmer, and Celtic influences with jazz sensibilities. His work spans acoustic and ensemble-based projects that celebrate cross-cultural musical dialogue and rhythmic complexity.
Darriau is best known for his contributions to **Paradox Trio**, a Balkan rhythm quartet that explores traditional Eastern European sounds through a contemporary lens, and his collaborations with **The Klezmatics**, a pioneering ensemble that has revitalized klezmer music for modern audiences. He also performs with **Orange Then Blue**, further demonstrating his versatility across genre boundaries and his commitment to innovative ensemble work.
