Michel Mainil is a Belgian multi-instrumentalist and composer, specializing in
the saxophone and clarinet. Born on October 1, 1955, in La Louvière, he began
studying music around age 15. Influenced early on by jazz traditionalists like
Duke Ellington, he later drew inspiration from bop and hard-bop artists
including John Coltrane and Miles Davis. He has been active since the 1970s,
performing in various ensembles including big bands, variety orchestras, and
jazz groups. His collaborations include work with Eloi Baudimont and Lisa
Rosillo, with performances spanning multiple genre...