Matt has studied with notable instructors, including:

• Tim Miller
• Bruce Foreman
• Frank Potenza
• Hal Crook
• Richard Smith
• Jamie Stewardson

Matt has played with a wide variety of ensembles, ranging across all genres: 

• Mantovani Orchestra
• USC Super-Axe Ensemble
• Massachusetts All-State Band
• NEC Honors Combo
• Princess Showband
• The Cinematic Ensemble

Matt has performed in venues across the world. Some include the following: 

• Boston Symphony Hall
• Beijing National Concert Hall
• UCLA Royce Hall
• Shanghai Concert Theatre
• Berklee Performance Center
• Gibson Showcase Room