A sought-after sideman in Paris and abroad, possessing a unique touch with facile musicianship, Philippe Maniez has a played with the who’s-who of French and international jazz: Tony Tixier, Romain Pilon, Gael Horellou, Nico Moreaux, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Jacky Terrasson, Logan Richardson…
Philippe has played on various European stages in France, England, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Denmark, Germany, Poland, Albania, Austria as well as the U.S.A and Mongolia. While constantly touring and playing in France, Philippe spends much of his time composing for various configurations, ranging from TV series, choir, jazz ensemble and his own Dedication Ensemble, a big band of 17 musicians playing his original music.
He is proudly representing Canopus Drums since 2017.