French composer and sound artist Pierre Bastien is celebrated for his imaginative fusion of music and mechanics. Since the late 1970s, he has built intricate “mechanical orchestras” using Meccano parts and motorized instruments, blending experimental composition with visual art. His work merges the precision of engineering with the warmth of acoustic sound, drawing influence from Dada, jazz, and early electronic music. Bastien has released numerous albums, performed worldwide, and remains a singular figure in avant-garde and experimental sound art.