Matt Johnson, born in Sherman, Texas, is a dynamic, classically trained pianist
who received his Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance from
Oklahoma Baptist University.

As a graduate student at New England Conservatory of Music, he formally expanded his talents in the area of composition. Studying under William Thomas McKinley, he received his Master of Music degree in Jazz Studies & Composition with a
Distinction in Performance.

A prolific writer and performer, Matt has performed extensively in venues from Boston to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. His music is Neo-Romantic, employing a unique blend of contemporary jazz, new age, popular & classical elements.

Matt has released five Contemporary Instrumental recordings of original compositions:

His current recording project features original music combined with Matt's narration… totaling almost 16 hours of audio! Soon to be released, stay posted with the Perspectives…by Matthew link.

Matt has been studying & playing the piano since the age of six…that's a picture of him practicing on the cover of Origins. His classical training has included numerous piano performance competitions & orchestral appearances.

Matt is a writer member of A.S.C.A.P. and his publishing company,
Dolce & Nuit Productions, is a publisher member as well.

Matt currently resides in Florida, U.S.A. with his wife and three sons. His versatility allows him to teach piano, theory & composition…play piano, organ & keyboards for Contemporary & Traditional services at his local church…as well as accompany & adjudicate music festivals & competitions.