Frank Salis

Biography

Frank Salis is a Swiss pianist, guitarist, organist, and Hammond organ specialist known for his work in jazz, soul, funk, blues, and New Orleans-influenced styles. A musical prodigy, he received a piano and instruction book at age 8, sparking his early development as a multi-instrumentalist. Hailing from Switzerland, Salis has built an international career blending European jazz sensibilities with American grooves, performing at global festivals and collaborating across scenes.[2][3][4]

Fun Facts

• Frank Salis is a recognized prodigy who began playing piano at age 8 after receiving the instrument as a gift with an instruction book.[4]
• He leads international jazz initiatives, such as storming the Zambezi stage in Zimbabwe with global stars.[3]
• Salis plays multiple instruments including piano, guitar, organ, and Hammond B3, showcasing slide guitar on blues tracks.[2]

Musical Connections

Key Collaborators

• Michael Watson - vocalist and trombonist from New Orleans; co-leader on collaborative album (Frank Salis Meets Michael Watson (independent release)) [pre-2025]
• Angelo Powers - soulful and funky live performances (Salis 'n' Powers project (live at Teatro Sociale, Bellinzona)) [2025]
• Leon “Kid Chocolate” Brown - Grammy-awarded trumpeter from New Orleans featured in performances (unspecified live collaborations) [recent]
• Kevin Louis - trumpeter on New Orleans-style sessions (Frank Salis Meets Michael Watson) [pre-2025]

Discography

Albums

Top Tracks

1. THAT'S MY GIRL
2. Tangerine
3. get back (brownboy)
4. JUST A FRIEND
5. Runnin Out Of Time
6. Change
7. North Carolina
8. FOUND ME
9. was it worth it (brownboy)
10. All in My Head

External Links

• Spotify