About Nils Mathisen
Born 1959. Nils Mathisen is a Norwegian composer, jazz musician, pianist, guitarist and jazz guitarist.
Nils Mathisen (born 24 January 1959) is a Norwegian jazz musician (keyboards, violin, guitar and bass) and composer, known from significant efforts within cabaret and musicals. Mathisen has released two solo albums, and contributed to releases by Jan Werner, Elisabeth Andreassen, Elg and Arild Nyquist. He is the brother of jazz musicians Per Mathisen (bass), Hans Mathisen (guitar) and Ole Mathisen (saxophone and clarinet).
Career Born in Sandefjord, Norway, Mathisen was educated Melsomvik Landbruksskole (1981–82) and Horten Ingeniørhøgskole (1984–85). He started as professional musician when he was 15 years old.
Discography Pop Coast (Mudi, 2007) Do Not Cover (Audiovisjon Records, 2008)
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Who is Nils Mathisen?
Norwegian jazz musician
When was Nils Mathisen born?
Nils Mathisen was born on 24 January 1959 in Sandefjord.
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Nils Mathisen is a composer, jazz musician, pianist, guitarist and jazz guitarist.
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Nils Mathisen is Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Nils Mathisen. https://biography.guide/nils-mathisen/
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