TORONTO GUITAR & PIANO TEACHER

BFA Spec. Hons. (York University)

At the age of seven Matthew started learning guitar, and is studying and practicing with renowned classical guitarist and composer William Beauvais. He studied 3 years of Jazz guitar at York University with Rob Capaletto and Scott Cassells, and played in Toronto All Star Big Band’s junior band. In high school, he took up classical piano study and fell in love with the instrument, excelling quickly. Matthew is fascinated with composition and hope to pursue his Master’s degree in that discipline. As a teacher he enjoys the teaching experience because it develops/furthers his own understanding of the subject matter.

From Matthew:

My moral is that if you love something enough you will never stop learning in it, and will continue to set goals and have high standards. Music is something we all listen to! Find what it is you like about the music you listen to and why? Listening to a lot of music, different styles, and going out to watch performers are also all great ways of practicing music that we don’t usually associate with practicing. Why do you like that music that you do? Why do you like the way a certain musician/band plays? These are valid questions that every musician should ask them self to understand what they like and pursue their interests. Find an inspiration! Whatever it may be, your inspiration will motivate you when practicing becomes difficult, or prompt you to write your own music. We all go through similar experiences because we’re all human, and as a teacher I understand this.

In his downtime Matthew enjoys playing video games, trying new food, spending time with family, and exercising.