Belated Grammy note: West Seattle-native composer wins one!

(2008 TV feature on Mateo Messina and his work for “Juno”)
A news release from the The Symphony Guild calls our attention to the fact that the recently announced Grammy Awards included one for a West Seattle native son: Mateo Messina, who shared Best Compilation Soundtrack for the hit movie “Juno.” As the news release notes, Messina is now based in California but writes and produces a concert every year to raise money for “uncompensated care” at Children’s Hospital; the next one is November 6th of this year, with the theme “Symphony of the Superhero.”

jbar February 13, 2009 (1:54 pm)

I had the incredible privilege of attending Mateo’s “Symphony for America” this past Fall. It was amazing. He is incredibly talented and gifted musician and entertainer (and local boy!) I heartily recommend the benefit — put it on your calendar NOW. I count it among one of the coolest musical experiences I’ve ever had. Congrats on the Grammy!

deb February 13, 2009 (3:36 pm)

I’m lucky enough to count the very talented, funny, and kind Matt as a friend, and the Grammy is sooooo well-deserved! His benefit symphony in Seattle every year is something not to be missed too–and it supports a great cause. So be on the lookout for it the next one this fall! Way to go, Matt!!!

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