Walter Martella
Walter Martella is a Powell River musical phenomenon. A pianist, trumpeter, accordionist, conductor and composer, he is one of the great gems of the Sunshine Coast and has a dedicated fan base to prove it. Walter has taken the stage with many other world class musicians, including Don Thompson, Tom Keenlyside, Phil Dwyer, Dave Robbins, Alan Matheson, Rene Worst, Henry Young, Rick Killburn, Keith Copeland, to name just a few. His musical versatility has him equally comfortable from classical through rock, but his first love is jazz.
Performing is a significant part of Walter’s career but just as important to him is his
involvement in teaching (Powell River Academy of Music and the Conservatory of Victoria, along with various workshops). A strong believer in the power of music as part of community, he also works with such groups as children’s choirs, adult community choirs and community bands.
CD Info and Purchase
Sample tracks and online purchase available