MATT JOHNSON
Pianist ¥ Composer ¥ Teacher ¥ Engraver

CRITICS QUOTES

ÒÉhas a sophisticated touch filled with imaginationÉ(his music) is more personal and meditative.Ó
The Boston Globe, MA

ÒÉseductive combination of New Age, classical and jazz musicÉÓ
The Boston Herald, MA

ÒA pianist of considerable graceÉÓ
The Boston Globe, MA

ÒÉoffers a warm, evocative tone poemÉfor a quiet moment of reverie; melodic and rhapsodicÉÓ
Fanfare

ÒÉsometimes playful, sometimes provocative pianic verse. Great for night time programming.Ó
The MAC Report

ÒÉnice songs and a nice recording as well.Ó (about A Quiet Moment)
George Winston, Windham Hill / Dancing Cat Artist

ÒÉ(his) strength lies in his ability to cut across genres, producing songs that appeal to a wide range of fans. He clearly has talentÉÓ
Eric Jackson, WGBH Radio, Boston, MA

ÒÉdefies categorization, blending elements of European classical, French impressionism, Jazz and New Age...this music is good for the soul.Ó
Ron Della Chiesa, WGBH Radio, Boston, MA

ÒÉsterling compositions and arrangements...he effortlessly combines classical, jazz, and New Age influences.Ó
Worcester Sunday Telegram, MA

ÒÉa musician of extraordinary abilities.Ó
William Thomas McKinley, New England Conservatory

ÒÉlush, mood-settling, soothing pieces, filled with tinkling pianos and background saxophone and flute.Ó
North Shore Sunday, MA

ÒÉbeautiful circular melodies, a peaceful spiritÉtasteful and relaxing.Ó
The Boston Herald, MA

ÒJohnson displayed great ability on the keyboardÉhe played crisply and precisely, melding passion with technical skills.Ó
The Sunday Constitution, OK

ÒThe music is beautifulÑit shall accompany me when I play on internal organs.Ó
Dr. Bernard S. Siegel, Author

ÒEver since I first heard MattÕs recordings, I felt his music was elegant, sensitive and original. The amazing thing to me is that with every project, he just keeps getting better. Keep it coming MattÉÓ
Ken Medema, Brier Patch Music Recording Artist

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