Hi, I’m Alex Martello—a Melbourne-based Electric Bass/Double Bass/Synth Bass player, musical director, arranger and orchestrator. I’ve recently performed bass on the Australian national tours of Footloose and Hair, and my arranging and orchestrating work has been commissioned and performed internationally. I love collaborating across theatre, concert bands, and recording projects to bring vibrant musical ideas to life.\n\nWith a Bachelor of Music (Contemporary) from the Australian Institute of Music (Melbourne, 2023), I continue to work across professional theatre, big bands, and recording projects with leading Australian artists and companies.

Alex Martello

Hi, I’m Alex Martello—a Melbourne-based Electric Bass/Double Bass/Synth Bass player, musical director, arranger and orchestrator. I’ve recently performed bass on the Australian national tours of Footloose and Hair, and my arranging and orchestrating work has been commissioned and performed internationally. I love collaborating across theatre, concert bands, and recording projects to bring vibrant musical ideas to life.\n\nWith a Bachelor of Music (Contemporary) from the Australian Institute of Music (Melbourne, 2023), I continue to work across professional theatre, big bands, and recording projects with leading Australian artists and companies.

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Hi, I’m Alex Martello—a Melbourne-based Electric Bass/Double Bass/Synth Bass player, musical director, arranger and orchestrator. I’ve recently performed bass on the Australian national tours of Footloose and Hair, and my arranging and orchestrating work has been commissioned and performed internationally. I love collaborating across theatre, concert bands, and recording projects to bring vibrant musical ideas to life.\n\nWith a Bachelor of Music (Contemporary) from the Australian Institute of Music (Melbourne, 2023), I continue to work across professional theatre, big bands, and recording projects with leading Australian artists and companies.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Electric Bass/Double Bass (Deputy) at Michael Cassel Group
December 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
Deputized on Dear Evan Hansen Australian Tour, responsible for Electric Bass/Double Bass parts, coordinating with the Musical Director and orchestra, preparing and cueing parts, and supporting consistent performance throughout the run.
Electric Bass (Chair) at Michael Cassel Group
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Electric Bass chair for Footloose Australian Tour; collaborated with MD and production team to deliver precise bass parts and stage-ready performance across all shows.
Electric Bass (Chair) at Showpath Entertainment
October 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Bass chair for Hair Australian Tour; maintained consistent tone and technique across performances, in close collaboration with the Musical Director and orchestra.
Electric Bass/Synth Bass (Chair) at Showpath Entertainment
January 1, 2026 - January 1, 2026
Electric Bass and Synth Bass chair for Come Alive Australian Tour 2026; led bass department and supported orchestration and rehearsal processes.
Electric Bass/Double Bass/Percussion (Deputy) at Melbourne Theatre Company
December 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Deputy on My Brilliant Career (Melbourne Season, 2024); supported bass/percussion parts, assisted the MD in rehearsal and performance and aided integration with the orchestration.
Musical Director/Orchestrator at JAMMD Productions
March 1, 2026 - March 1, 2026
Selected independent production Rebel; served as Musical Director and Orchestrator, guiding musical direction and orchestration for the show.
Electric Bass (Deputy) at Theatre Works
April 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
On The Beep Test; Electric Bass (Deputy) supporting the MD and ensuring bass parts integrated with staging and cues.
Electric Bass/Fretless Bass (Chair) at Babirra Music Theatre
May 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Priscilla, Queen of the Desert; Electric Bass and Fretless Bass chair, collaborating with the MD to realize the bass lines and overall sound.
Double Bass (Chair) at Salty Theatre
April 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
The Grinning Man; Double Bass chair, contributing to orchestration and performance with the bass section.
Electric Bass/Fretless Bass (Chair) at James Terry Collective
November 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Kinky Boots; Bass chair for the production, ensuring precise bass performance and alignment with the orchestration.
Electric Bass (Chair) at Australian Institute of Music
August 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Pippin; Electric Bass chair for the production at AIM; supported bass parts and collaboration with MD.
Electric Bass/Double Bass (Deputy) at Altona City Theatre
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical; Electric Bass and Double Bass (Deputy) for the production, contributing to the orchestra and overall sound.
Electric Bass (Chair) at Theatrical
March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
American Idiot; Electric Bass (Chair) for the production; supported bass parts and rehearsal process under the MD.
Musical Director/Orchestrator at JAMMD Productions
March 1, 2026 - March 1, 2026
Rebel (Independent Theatre) – Musical Director/Orchestrator; led musical decisions and orchestrations for the show.
Electric Bass (Chair) at Footloose Australian Tour
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
National tour performance on electric bass as chair; contributed to musical direction and ensemble coordination.
Electric Bass (Chair) at Hair Australian Tour
October 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
National tour performance on electric bass as chair; collaborated with cast and band to support show musicality.
Electric Bass/Fretless Bass (Chair) at Priscilla, Queen of the Desert
May 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Chair of electric and fretless bass for the Australian production.
Double Bass (Chair) at The Grinning Man
April 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
Chair on double bass for Salty Theatre production.
Electric Bass/Fretless Bass (Chair) at Kinky Boots
November 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Chair on electric and fretless bass for Australian production.
Musical Director/Orchestrator Electric Bass/Upright Bass at JAMMD Productions
March 1, 2026 - March 31, 2026
Musical Director and Orchestrator for Rebel, overseeing electric and upright bass performances.
Electric Bass (Deputy) at The Beep Test – Theatre Works
April 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Deputy electric bass; contributed to performance and musical direction.
Electric Bass (Chair) at American Idiot
March 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023
Chair on electric bass for Australian production.
Electric Bass/Double Bass (Deputy) at Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
July 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023
Deputy bass in Australian production.

Education

Bachelor of Music (Contemporary) at Australian Institute of Music, Melbourne, VIC
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Bachelor of Music (Contemporary) at Australian Institute of Music, Melbourne, VIC
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023

Qualifications

Bachelor of Music (Contemporary)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other