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6-wire World Music Concert Features PianoArc 360 keyboard from Lady Gaga’s Super Bowl Halftime Show
On March 4, Matthew had the privilege of performing on a PianoArc Brock 360, used by Lady Gaga’s band in the 2017 Super Bowl Halftime Show, in 6-wire’s World Music Band concert at the University of Delaware. In addition to jamming in several pop-rock songs on stage, Matthew is one of the first people to perform classical music on a PianoArc in public. If you thought Bösendorfers were cool for adding a few extra keys, this takes piano playing to a whole new level. Stay tuned for videos of this performance, and check out Matthew on PianoArc’s website: http://pianoarc.com/6ixwire-concert-features-pianoarc/
6-wire Performs for Vice President Joe Biden
On December 7, 2016, 6-wire performed at the inauguration ceremony for the University of Delaware’s new president, Dennis Assanis, sharing the stage with keynote speaker Vice President Joe Biden!
6-wire Management and Upcoming Tour
6-wire is now on the roster of California Artists Management and they are planning a national tour for fall 2017 and spring 2018! Stay tuned for more information on upcoming concert dates!
Performing at the 2017 College Music Society Northeast Regional Conference
Clarinetist Christopher Nichols and Matthew have been selected to perform movements from Jim Stephenson’s Sonata for Clarinet and Piano (co-commissioned by Christopher) at SUNY Plattsburgh, NY in March 2017.
Starting 2nd Year at Washington College
This week, Matthew begins his 2nd year as Lecturer of Piano at Washington College. He will be teaching private lessons and group classes in addition to accompanying student, faculty, and guest artist concerts throughout the year. He is eager to start the semester and is looking forward to seeing returning students and colleagues and meeting new students as well.
Concert at Washington College with David Kim
Matthew is excited to announce that he will be performing with David Kim, Concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra, at Washington College on March 24, 2017 at 7:30pm in Hotchkiss Hall! Tickets and information can be found here.
Faculty member at the Masters Players Festival
Returning for a second year as a faculty member of the Master Players Festival at the University of Delaware, Matthew will teach lessons, coach chamber music, judge a concerto competition, and perform in 8 concerts with students and faculty from elite orchestras and conservatories from around the world. Festival details can be found here.
Lord of the Rings with the Mendelssohn Club of Philadelphia
Matthew is thrilled to be accompanying the prestigious Mendelssohn Club Chorus of Philadelphia for the 2016-2017 season! On July 23rd, the chorus will be performing in a live screening of The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers with the Philadelphia Orchestra at the Mann Center. Go here for more information.
Wedding & Honeymoon!
After marrying the love of his life, Didem Uca, on June 12 in Philadelphia, Matthew recently returned from his spectacular honeymoon in Puerto Rico. The trip included excursions to the El Yunque Rainforest, snorkeling on Culebra Island, and exploring the rich history of San Juan. Didem is a Ph.D. student in German Literature at the University of Pennsylvania who recently received a Fulbright Research Grant to study at the Humboldt University in Berlin for the 2016-2017 academic year.
Recording Project with 6-wire
Matthew finished recording tracks with 6-wire for a new album featuring original compositions and unique arrangements of classical pieces. They also recently recorded a world music album with musicians from 7 different countries, both of which will be released later this year.