MATT DAVIS
Guitar

University of the Arts, Philadelphia; Manhattan School of Music

Matt Davis is a guitarist and composer based in the Philadelphia and New York areas. In addition to performing, Matt is an active composer, teacher and arranger.

Hailed as “incredible” by the Philadelphia Daily News, Matt’s original 12 piece ‘modern chamber jazz ensemble’, called “Aerial Photograph” has released three CDs and performs regularly in and around the tri-state area.

Matt has shared the stage with notable musicians such as Odean Pope, The Silk Road Ensemble, Dave Liebman, Paulina Oliveros, John Swana, Terrell Stafford, Mickey Roker, Jon Hollenbeck, and many others. He is a recipient of numerous awards and honors including grants from ASCAP, the American Composers Forum, The National Parks Service, The Banff Center, etc.

Matt currently serves as Senior Lecturer in Jazz guitar performance at the University of the Arts in Philadelphia and is also receiving his Masters degree at the Manhattan School of Music in New York City. For more information, please visit www.mattdavisguitar.com.