"Matt is well versed in all aspects of trumpet playing and has a unique ability to understand both what the student needs and how to communicate those ideas effectively." - Steve B.
"I have been taking lessons with Matt for several years, and I definitely recommend him as a teacher for students that are willing to practice often and are excited about becoming good trumpet players! He always has a variety of material for teaching every skill, whether it's range, jazz improvisation, or orchestral playing." - Sarah L.
"Matt is as good as it gets. He cares and invests in every student. He is a versatile, world class performer in many styles and practices what he teaches. I highly recommend him to any aspiring player!" - Chris I.
"Matthew is a diligent teacher, fully invested in our student’s success! We cannot recommend him highly enough. On top of being a great teacher, he’s a great performer and a wonderful person. If you want a first rate teacher, look no further!!" - Eric S.
"Matt is a fantastic trumpet player and educator. He has years of top level recording and live professional experience, and his students benefit from learning from an active musician. He has worked with many of Cincinnati’s best middle, high school, and collegiate grade levels. I highly recommend Matt for players of all experience levels. Be prepared to work hard, laugh, and enjoy making music!" - Perry R.
"Matthew really knows his stuff! He’s not only very experienced on the trumpet in all styles, but he can clearly convey musical ideas and expression in his teaching. Lessons are a relaxed, yet effective learning environment, and I’ve seen great improvement in my own playing. Highly recommend lessons with him!" - Josh O.
"Insightful, creative, and fun! Matt is a great teacher - highly recommended!" - Mark T.