Jon Batiste says he's an introvert. Now, he's making "social music."
Summary
Jon Batiste is a Grammy-winning musician who says he is an introvert but uses his music to bring people together. He mixes many styles and sounds from around the world to create what he calls "social music," aiming to unite people through his art.Key Facts
- Jon Batiste grew up in a musical family in Kenner, Louisiana, near New Orleans.
- He barely spoke until he was about 10 years old and found comfort in quiet moments.
- Batiste learned piano thanks to his mother and played music around New Orleans in high school.
- He auditioned for Juilliard music school without knowing how to read music well, so he improvised during the test and was accepted.
- At Juilliard, his free style clashed with the school’s strict methods, leading him to see a psychologist who supported his creative approach.
- Batiste became bandleader on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" and continued making his own music.
- His creative process involves a lot of improvisation, often discovering his music as he plays.
- He started small experiments called "love riots," where he and other musicians perform in public places like New York City subways to spread joy and connect with people.
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