Matt Johnson Music Studio (private music instruction)

Matt teaches piano, theory, composition & the art of notation, having taught private lessons since 1977. His teaching encompasses the Classical, Jazz & Popular Music literature.

From beginners to advanced, Matt uses a multiple key approach, as well as
traditional middle-C method books.

Matt says: "My philosophy of teaching music embraces the Classical literature, but is more inclusive of other styles as well: Jazz, Popular, Gospel, etc. I like to teach my students to be "functional" musicians. It is important that the student not only learn to read the written language of music, but also that they not be limited by it. I teach chordal understanding in whatever literature we're working on. In addition, learning to play EXACTLY what's written is then supplemented by ADDING notes or rhythms."

If you are interested in lessons, please contact us...(located in sunny South Florida)

Accompanying

Matt's expertise as an accompanist is well known in South Florida.

• Classical, Popular or Jazz
• Professional or Amateur
• Recitals, Concerts or Private Performances
• Vocalists, Instrumentalists & Choirs
• Adjudicated Competitions

He can read from either traditional scores or lead sheets.

If you need an accompanist, please contact us.

Accompaniment Tracks

Singers & Instrumentalists: If you need an accompaniment track made for your next audition or performance, Matt can custom record whatever you need. Transposing as needed...lengthening or shortening pieces as desired.

This is ideal for rehearsals prior to your performance or for auditions when a "live" accompanist is not available.

For more information about accompaniment tracks, please contact us.

Elegant Cocktail Piano Music

Having been the "house pianist" at the Colonial Hilton in Boston for 12 years, Matt has developed a unique mix of Standard & Original tunes that he seamlessly weaves together to create very elegant cocktail music. As a working musician, he has played numerous functions (gigs)...as a solo pianist or with a small ensemble...(private house parties, wedding receptions, corporate functions, etc.).

If you are interested in background music, please contact us.

Music Notation & Transcription

• Would you like to have your music written out in traditional music notation?
• Have you written some music but don't know how to write it out?
• Would you like to sit down to play the piano, have every note recorded and then turned into a score you could give to friends or send to a publisher?
• Do you already have a great MIDI studio, but don't have the notation skills to do the lead sheet or full score?

We can create:

• Lead Sheets
  - from an audio recording of your performance
  - from your hand written scores
  - from a standard MIDI file
• Piano Scores
• Vocal & Choral Scores
• Full Orchestral Scores & Parts

Specialty Services: Transcribe your performance

If you've composed a piece and can play it on the piano, we can record your performance via our MIDI keyboard directly into our computer and "capture" every note you play. Or simply email us a MIDI file you've recorded on your own keyboard. We can then transcribe your music into a brilliant, ready to publish score.

For transcription services, please contact us.

Adjudicating (judging)

Matt is very busy judging various music competitions throughout the United States.

His musical objectivity and encouraging comments has kept him sought after each season.

Please contact us to have Matt adjudicate at your event.

Commissioned Works

Throughout his career as a composer, Matt has received numerous "commissions" to create musical works—orchestral, small ensemble, solo piano, vocal & choral works.

He continues to enjoy creating specific music to meet your personal requests.

To commission Matt to create a special piece of music for you, please contact us.