LOÏC GAYOT

ABOUT

Loic Gayot is a French saxophonist, composer and filmmaker whose work bridges music, film and live performance.As a musician, he has performed internationally with artists and projects including Brooklyn Funk Essentials, De La Soul, Lucky Peterson, Klingande, Playin' 4 The City.As a filmmaker, he has directed music films, live sessions and promotional content for internationally acclaimed artists such as Michel Legrand, Kyle Eastwood, Richard Bona, John Scofield, Dianne Reeves, Raul Midón, Vincent Peirani and Anne Carrere, as well as cultural institutions including Théâtre Marigny, Lido 2 Paris and New Morning.He is also the founder of Hearing The World, a project dedicated to documenting musical heritage and cultural exchange through film, immersive media and live performance. Through collaborations in Africa, Europe and the Americas, his work explores the connection between music, storytelling and cultural transmission.Today, Loic Gayot continues to develop projects as a performer, composer and director, creating bridges between artistic disciplines and cultures around the world.

MUSIC

For more than two decades, Loic Gayot has developed a musical career rooted in jazz, funk, soul and hip-hop.As a saxophonist, he has performed on international stages with artists and projects including Brooklyn Funk Essentials, De La Soul, Lucky Peterson, Klingande, Playin' 4 The City and Same Player Shoot Again.His musical approach combines improvisation, groove and cultural diversity, drawing inspiration from African-American music traditions as well as contemporary jazz and world music.Whether performing in clubs, festivals or major concert venues, his work reflects a passion for collaboration, live performance and artistic exploration.

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FILMMAKING

As a filmmaker, Loic Gayot has spent more than fifteen years creating music films, live sessions, documentaries and visual content for artists, cultural institutions and international productions.
His work is driven by a deep connection to music and storytelling, capturing the energy of live performance while highlighting the unique identity of each artist and project.
Over the years, he has directed films and visual productions featuring internationally acclaimed artists including Michel Legrand, Kyle Eastwood, Richard Bona, John Scofield, Dianne Reeves, Raul Midón, Vincent Peirani, Anne Carrere and many others.
He has also created promotional films and digital campaigns for major theatrical productions at Théâtre Marigny and Lido 2 Paris, working on acclaimed shows such as Peau d'Âne, Guys and Dolls, Cabaret, Titanique and Hello, Dolly!.
More recently, he has been developing a new series of films celebrating the 45th anniversary of New Morning, documenting some of the most influential artists of the international jazz scene.
Through every project, his goal remains the same: to create authentic and cinematic stories that connect music, culture and human experience.

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COMPOSER

Alongside his work as a performer and filmmaker, Loic Gayot has built an extensive career as a composer of production and illustration music for television, film and multimedia.Over the years, he has written and produced a diverse catalog of instrumental works spanning jazz, funk, orchestral, cinematic and world music influences. His compositions have been licensed and synchronized in numerous television programs, documentaries and feature films worldwide.His music has been licensed for a wide range of television, film and advertising productions worldwide. Credits include major French television programs such as Zone Interdite, Capital and Faut Pas Rêver, as well as international productions including The Punisher, You, Me and Dupree and The New Kojak.His work has also been featured in European McDonald's Happy Meal advertising campaigns associated with major animated franchises, including Shrek Forever After and The Penguins of Madagascar.Combining his experience as a musician, arranger and producer, Loic creates music designed to support storytelling, emotion and visual narrative, bringing together musical craftsmanship and cinematic sensibility.His body of work reflects a lifelong passion for composition, sound design and the creative relationship between music and image.

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HEARING THE WORLD

Founded by Loic Gayot, Hearing The World is a creative project dedicated to documenting musical heritage, cultural diversity and human stories through film, sound and immersive media.The project was first launched in Cuba, where its initial edition explored the island's rich musical traditions and cultural identity through documentary filmmaking, live recordings and artist collaborations. This experience laid the foundation for an ongoing journey dedicated to preserving and sharing the world's musical heritage.Combining documentary filmmaking, live music and field recording, Hearing The World explores the unique relationship between people, traditions and the sounds that shape their identity. Through collaborations with musicians, artists and local communities, the project aims to preserve and share cultural expressions that are often overlooked or at risk of disappearing.A significant chapter of Hearing The World was developed in West Africa, particularly in Mali, in collaboration with the cultural initiative Équations Nomades, supported by UNESCO and UNICEF partners. Through films, live recordings and educational content, Loic documented traditional music, cultural transmission and community-based artistic projects.Among these collaborations is the work carried out with renowned kora master Madou Sidiki Diabaté, highlighting the richness of Mali's musical heritage and the importance of preserving traditional knowledge for future generations.More than a documentary project, Hearing The World is an ongoing exploration of culture through sound and image, creating bridges between communities and celebrating the diversity of our shared human experience.