Mathis Picard finds grounding in an uncertain world in his new album, The Sound Orchestra

NPR | By Alaena Hunt,

Henry Larson

Published November 14, 2026 at 5:41 PM EST

French Malagasy pianist, composer, and producer Mathis Picard releases his newest album, The Sound Orchestra.

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