Composer, producer, artist

A boundary-pushing artist, Bernier’s work merges audiovisual to sophisticated sonic textures, acoustic instruments and modular synthesizers. Recognized as one of the most creative experimental artist of his generation, the Golden Nica awardee crafts cutting-edge scores that span from immersive installations to film and contemporary dance.

Booking and licensing: enquiries@nicolasbernier.com

Latest release

Album cover art of the atmospheric improv jazz "Melt Mauve" in neon-style lettering, abstract purple and pink geometric shapes and lines, alongside a black vinyl record.

Melt Mauve Trio proprose réminiscences of jazz (free or not), doom, joy, melancholy sirup or deep fried crackling textures are melting in a velvety, uninhibited, organic flow.

Performances & exhibitions

January 18th, 2026

Le Mans

Paris, FR
TBA

December 11th, 2025

Électrochoc

Montréal, CA
19 h 30

Until Septembre 2026

ZKM Museum

Karlsruhe, DE
Exhibition

June 14th, 2025

Gask Museum

Kutná Hora, CZ
18 h 30

From the Press

«Nicolas Bernier is one of the most interesting and sophisticated artists in the contemporary scenario.»

— Donata Marletta, Digicult (IT)

«Nicolas Bernier is one of a kind, taking roots from different disciplines and combining/expanding diverse artistic routes»

— Miguel Isaza, Infinite grain (CO)

The studio: bureau des fréquences

Creative studio for composing, recording, mixing, mastering, playing, reading, listening and enjoying artistic collaboration.

Music studio gear, Neve preamps, Moog synthesizer, Neumann speakers, computer monitor 'Bureau des fréquences', shelves with books and audio gear, and a pair of headphones hanging on a stand. Photo by Nicolas Bernier.
Recording studio with wooden acoustic panel wall, audio equipment, computer monitor, gray armchair, guitar hanging on the wall, soundproofing panels. Photo by Nicolas Bernier.
Music studio setup with a modular synthesizer, Therevox Et-5 synthesizer (Ondes Martenot), guitar amplifier, bookshelves filled with books and decorative items in the background. Photo by Nicolas Bernier.
Musical studio setup with a drum set, electric guitar, microphone, keyboard, amplifier, Clavinet D6 and various effects pedals. Photo by Nicolas Bernier.
Music studio setup with bookshelves, Moog synthesizers, Neve Portico Master Bus Processor, Avantone speakers in a room with soundproofing panels. Photo by Nicolas Bernier.