Mitchell Bell

Mitchell Bell is a Meanjin/Brisbane based guitarists, composer, arranger and teacher. Through his studies at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music, Mitchell Bell has developed a unique sound that draws on his love of Classical, Jazz, Folk and modern improvised music.

Current Projects

Mitchell Bell Quintet

In 2025, Mitch put together a 5 piece band consisting of some of Meanjin/Brisbane's most exciting improvisers. This band has served as a playground of musical ideas, combining original compositions with the music of those who influenced Mitchell's compositional process.

Max Irvin Quartet

Having first met at the Queensland Conservatorium in 2022, Mitchell and Max have been consistently collaborating together appearing at the Brisbane Jazz Club, Brisfest 2024 and the Meanjin/Brisbane music institution, Can You Keep a Secret. With a strong focus on balancing the tradition of Jazz while looking forward to the future, the Max Irvin Quartet takes an ambitious approach to the

Milly and the Maths Show

With poetic storytelling and a genre-blurring sound that drifts between folk, indie pop, alt-country and dreamscape art rock, Milly and The Maths Show is a family-formed ensemble that defies easy categorisation.

Fronted by female vocalist and guitarist Milly Sargeant, the band features a powerhouse lineup of intergenerational talent — Eva Fritz on keys, Dave (Bud) Beckett, on bass, Ziggy Sargeant on drums, and Mitchell Bell on lead guitar. Together, they weave intricate sonic textures and emotionally resonant melodies that echo the haunting beauty of Joanna Newsom, the theatrical depth of Kate Bush, the grit of Gillian Welch, and the atmospheric pulse of Radiohead.

At its core, Milly and The Maths Show is a project born of connection — between family, genres, and between the universal themes of love, loss, grief, rebirth, war, and peace. Their live performances are a rich tapestry of raw feeling and refined artistry, delivering music that both stirs and stills.

Teaching

Mitch Bell is an experienced teacher of music, specialising in guitar technique, improvisation and song writing. Having taught students of all ages and skill levels, Mitch Bell prioritises individualised lessons based on the goals of the student.

Having completed grade 8 in classical guitar performance through Trinity College London, Studied a Bachelor of music majoring in jazz guitar performance at the Queensland Conservatorium of music, and playing in a variety of rock and pop bands, Mitch Bell brings a diverse range of influences and approaches to his teaching practice that allow him to taylor his approach to each student.