Pianist, producer
& educator.

Matthew's journey into music began at just seven years old when he picked up the viola and joined his local orchestra. It wasn't long before his curiosity led him to the keyboard and guitar, where he spent hours teaching himself intricate finger-style pieces by ear, often tackling music far beyond his level. But it was at 11, when he discovered the piano, that everything changed. The instrument's expressive range and limitless possibilities captivated him, setting him on a path that would define his career.

Though his practice had given him an exceptional ear, Matthew struggled with reading music, a challenge that might have deterred others but instead fuelled his obsession with mastering theory and technique. By 13 he was invited to study GCSE Music alongside students three years his senior, and by 16 he had achieved Grade 8 ABRSM Piano, bypassing every previous grade. His passion for teaching emerged early too, mentoring students from the age of 15 while leading choirs and composing for school ensembles.

That dedication earned him first place in multiple piano competitions, including a Beethoven Sonata Competition and a 20th-Century Music Competition. Determined to push further, he achieved his ATCL Piano Performance Diploma with distinction and secured his place at the world-renowned Royal Northern College of Music, studying alongside some of the world's most able pianists.

As a performer, his career has spanned solo recitals, festivals, big-band performances and collaborations with celebrated instrumentalists and vocalists, known throughout for his depth of expression and technical brilliance.

Beyond performance, his impact on education runs deep. At just 18 he founded his own music school, going on to teach thousands of students and leading a team of instructors. In 2021 he moved from a physical school to sharing his expertise on a global scale. Today he's committed to helping musicians of all levels unlock their creative potential, because passion and enjoyment are essential to real musical mastery.