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Mauro Bottini (born in Alatri FR, Italy 1964) is an Italian clarinettist/saxophonist, composer, artistic director, and educator, active in the fields of jazz, funk, fusion, and contemporary music. He is known for his extensive concert activity, artistic leadership in music festivals, and strong commitment to educational and community-based artistic projects. Biography Mauro Bottini began his musical career as a saxophonist, quickly distinguishing himself for his versatility and deep passion for jazz. Over the years, he has performed hundreds of concerts, many of them for charitable purposes, both as a soloist and with his jazz quartet. He has collaborated with numerous renowned artists and has participated in major jazz festivals. From 2014 to 2019, he was a Yamaha Custom Artist for saxophones. Artistic Career Bottini has served as artistic director of several major music events, including the AlatriJazz Festival & Masterclass, now in its 24rd edition. He played a pivotal role in expanding the festival’s musical range, evolving it from a focus on traditional jazz to a broader blend of funk, rhythm and blues, fusion, and swing. He is also the creator of the music and visual arts series "Convergenze Musicali". Bottini is deeply involved in music education. He has led numerous jazz masterclasses and has developed artistic projects in schools, combining music with visual arts. One of his goals is to obtain a university teaching position to continue sharing his experience with younger generations. Equipment He plays a Selmer Mark VI tenor, a Selmer Super Action 80 alto, a Selmer Super Action 80 Series II soprano, and uses a Yamaha YAS-280 for genres like smooth jazz and lounge. He uses a Syos Signature Series - Yanick Coderre (Tip Opening: 8) for tenor and alto and Vandoren mouthpieces for soprano and clarinet. Style and Influences His style blends modern jazz with influences from funk and fusion. He is especially inspired by the sound of Michael Brecker, whom he considers one of his major influences. Honors In 2019, Bottini was awarded the title of Knight of Artistic Merit (Cavaliere al Merito Artistico) for his outstanding contribution to music and culture.   Facebook, Instagram, You Tube, Tik Tok.

I’ve been playing on the SYOS Steady 6 mouthpiece for quite some time now, and I truly feel that my sound has improved a lot. I love the flexibility of the Steady and how comfortable it feels in every situation. It has helped me develop and refine many aspects of my sonic identity. Endless thanks to the entire SYOS team for their impressive research work and dedication, which really shows in what they do.

“Your sound is your signature. A SYOS mouthpiece doesn’t change who you are ?it amplifies the uniqueness already inside you.” 

“I bought my first Syos back in 2020 during a moment of boredom while everyone was stuck inside, and I’ve been rocking the same mouthpiece ever since. My musical career has gone through many drastic changes since then, but through it all, Syos has continued to help me learn more about myself and what I want out of my music day by day!”

Playing bass clarinet has never felt more effortless than with the SYOS ‘Steady’ mouthpiece. As a tenor saxophonist who doubles on bass clarinet, this mouthpiece has truly transformed my approach and expanded my musical possibilities. It inspires meto incorporate the bass clarinet more frequently into my music, thanks to its exceptional playability and tone.

"I came to saxophone late, when I was almost forty. And found my own style which is somewhere between reggae, soca, blues, jazz, and Native tribal music. What marks me or perhaps any player is the sound, the voice in the sound. I ordered a Spark mouthpiece in red. What a surprise. It utterly opened up my sound and reach in a way that I didn’t think possible on any mouthpiece made of anything other than metal. I am a number one fan and pass the word along when complimented on my sound."

"SYOS has met and exceeded all expectations of what a custom mouthpiece can be! The personalized aspects truly make my instruments a joy to play because they consistently respond with the sound I’m conceptualizing. The team has been a pleasure to work with and I couldn’t be happier to represent the SYOS family in my weekly performances.”

My Syos Take the A mouthpiece is pure versatility. Its comfortable design and powerful projection let me switch effortlessly between jazz, pop, rock, funk, and more. It delivers a rich, dynamic tone that adapts to any style, making it my go-to choice for every performance, from smooth ballads to  energetic gigs.

"My custom SYOS tenor mouthpiece has been a game-changer. It delivers a rich, full tone across all registers, with a particularly rounded and warm sound in the low register. The high register offers clear projection when needed, making it versatile for different musical settings. Whether playing softly with a warm tone or projecting through a loud band, the mouthpiece adapts perfectly. That’s what I appreciate most — its ability to suit the wide range of styles I play, from pop and reggae to classic jazz."