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Solo Piano by Matthew Tavis Johnson
Classical / Acoustic / New Wave

'Dark' coming soon..your piano world will change..



Corvallis, Grants Pass, and Portland, Oregon
United States

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Member Since10/11/2005
Band Websitewww.matthewtavisjohnson.com
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Dark - coming soon...

Dark is scheduled for a Summer 2009 release!
Coming soon!
"Light" released April '08

'Light' is the 3rd album release by Matthew Tavis Johnson. If you'd like to have a smile on your face 10 minutes after putting an album on, then this is a must buy. A collection of positive emotional pieces written and played by Matthew Tavis Johnson. Enjoy.
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"Walk With Me" released April '07

Matthew's second CD offers a wide range of emotion; from the intense "Black Key" trilogy to the peaceful "Walk With Me" title track, to the emotional "Natsuki's Theme."
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"Reach for the Sky" released October '06

Matthew's first album has been a big hit thus far with popular tracks such as "Little Sister", "Sad Again", and "Reach for the Sky". Guaranteed to satisfy solo piano lovers.
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Sheet music is also available at my website, www.matthewtavisjohnson.com.

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Listen to me, David Lanz, David Nevue and many other of America's great pianists at "Whisperings", the solo piano radio success with over 1 million hours played per month!

MATTHEW TAVIS JOHNSON BRIEF PROFILE PROFILE:

Musical.. Matthew started playing piano around age 3 or 4...his father had always played professionally, and he saw how people responded to him; becoming very happy, and touched. This was Matt's initial motivation to play since he was very young. Though he was separated from his Dad when he was 6 Matt still continued to play without a teacher. Matt began experimenting with writing songs at age 14, and recorded his first cd "A Brighter View" at 18. Since then, Matt's overall musical ability and writing ability have improved greatly, and he has been giving performances over Oregon and Washington.

If you enjoy the music, and would like to purchase one of Matt's CD's click here

Please feel free to add Matt as a friend, just drop him a message so he knows why and who you are! Message with any question/inquirys you might have too. Enjoy the music, and visit often! =)

Personal.. I recently graduated from Oregon State University, class of June 2006..I laugh a lot and smile often..I really enjoy being with my friends and wonderful girlfriend, but often find my self at either a piano or playing interactive dance games. I really enjoy different cultures, particularly asian. =D I have been studying Japanese for about 4-5 years and have spent time in Japan, Vietnam, Costa Rica, and Korea which were all great experiences. I'm working on the vietnamese language which is impossible.

I think I'm lucky to have such an awesome family, an great friends that I would do anything for. I've been playing soccer since I was 8ish I was voted MVP of the state of Oregon a few years back (my one thing I'll be able to brag about for the rest of my life :):) I playced in the PAC-10 for the Oregon State Beavers for 4 years as well. Thinking about pursuing a career in professional soccer....but I'm not sure if that's where I want to go right now. I love games even though I never have the time to play them! I particularly love all the dancing games like DDR, ITG, Pump it Up, and whatever else I played in Japan.

HOBBIES/INTERESTS:

Soccer, Piano, DDR & ITG, any other sports, music editing, computers, bemani, music production, friends, drink mixing, japanese, chinese, vietnamese, taiwanese, korean, languages, culture, dramas, anime, manga, people w/ something to teach.

EXPERTISE:

Piano, DDR, Typing, and Soccer. Japanese.....not quite yet =)

MUSIC:

I really love music, all different types. I usually find myself listening to Japanese music, I love bands like Arashi, Ayumi Hamasaki, X Japan etc. I really like F4 (chinese) and Jay Chou, Korean I used to listen to Baby VOX, DBSK, for american music which I havent listened to in a while ... I love Eminem, Switchfoot, Simple plan among others... I love Techno as long as the melody is nice and it has a good beat, anything with piano in it I love, I love violin and chello =) Music is awesome!

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Matt's Website

Matt's "Reach for the Sky" CD PAGE

Matt's "Walk With Me" CD PAGE

Matt's "Light" CD PAGE
InfluencesDavid Rhys Johnson, Nubuo Uematsu, Pop, Rock; all types of music broaden your knowledge.


Sounds LikeNubuo Uematsu, Jim Brickman, David Lanz, Yanni.

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   About Solo Piano by Matthew Tavis Johnson
Matthew Tavis Johnson is a self-taught pianist from Santa Cruz, California now residing in Portland, Oregon. His music style is often said to be a mixture of David Lanz and Jim Brickman, with an even more emotional feel. Only 24, Matt has traveled to many places around the world. "Each new place you visit influences you and your music in a different way. Everywhere I visit inspires me to write a new type of song that I wouldn't have been able to write otherwise! I feel very lucky to have had those opportunities."


Matthew has released two CD's, his album 'Reach for the Sky' has been said by some to be "an album of greatist hits!" Easily inspired, Matthew now has three new albums expected to come out over the next few years. Keep in touch, and let Matthew's music give you the best sleep you've had in a long time, or get you through your normal day a little easier!

Please help Matthew by purchasing a CD or sheet music selection from http://www.matthewtavisjohnson.com. Every little bit helps, and will guarantee more wonderful solo piano releases in the future!


Check out Matt's personal website here!


Dark
Coming Summer 2009
Track list
1. Sakura (Cherry Blossom)
2. For Those Unloved
3. The Chant
4. Incomplete Thoughts
5. My Angel (feat. Justin Lee)
6. To A Faraway Land
7. Within Bright Colors
8. Blackness
9. In the Clouds
10. Running Through the Dandelions
11. Chasing A Dream
12. The Joker
13. RAI (Lightning)
14. Full of Happiness
15. My Angel (Solo Piano Version)
Father Son, Esalen Moon
June 2008
1. And then the Light Comes
2. Beautiful Goddess
3. Sad Again
4. Moonswept
5. Bem's Theme
6. Spiral Dance
7. Windswept
8. Loveswept
9. Reach for the Sky
10. Natsuki's Song
11. Irish Willow
12. Water is Wide
13. Walk with Me
14. Shepherdess
Light
OUT NOW! April 2008!
1: And Then The Light Comes
2: Through Time
3: Like A Dream
4: Spiral Dance
5: Inside I'm Crying
6: Final Fantasy
7: Macy's Lullaby
8: Please Find Me
9: Broken
10: Peace Bridge Theme
11: The Side That Believes
12: 24
13: Reasurrance
14: Dark Transition
15: Peace
Walk With Me
April 2007
1. Walk with me
2. Rise Above
3. Prelude to Black Keys
4. Black Keys
5. Epilogue to Black Keys
6. Final Thoughts
7. The Journey
8. Heaven's Breeze
9. Moonlight
10. Natsuki's Song
11. Ending Theme

Reach for the Sky
October 2006
1: Lost Love
2: July
3: Counterclockwise
4: Sad Again
5: Reach for the Sky
6: Little Sister (Bem's Theme)
7: A Glimpse at Happiness
8: The End
9: The End of Sorrow
10: Mina's Theme
11: Water
12: Matt's 1st Rag


All tracks composed by Matthew Tavis Johnson Copyright Red Man Music




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Westerhoff





Jul 12 2009 6:49 PM

Hey you should come with us to Vegas! The room is paid for and all you need is money for food, drink and spending money. August 10th to 13th! Should be crazy fun ;) oh and the song on your website is amazing. 2 thumbs up, nono wait 2 middle fingers up cuz its soo good... and since its from the dark album ohoho :p
Nature Spirit





Jun 29 2009 10:20 PM

Hello dear Friend Matthew
i have thinking of you in the Moment,how are you and what make you so in the last time and now?I have long not hear from you ,i hope all is well be you and your family.What makes your Music i hope you have so much sucsess:-).I enjoy your great piano Music sometimes.How is the weather at your Place?Be us in switzerland are cold and rain and thunderstorm.I wish me the sun.Now wish i you and your Family a good new week full of joy and hapiness and good health.Sorry for my bad English but i give me always effort:-).Have a good time.Talk to soon.Best regards to you from your Friend nature Spirit(Meli)in switzerland.
Gabriela





Jun 24 2009 5:22 PM

Very beautiful music, Matthew
Thank you
Kisses
Gabriela
Alessandra Celletti





Jun 12 2009 8:31 AM

hi Matthew!
how are you?
I'm so happy!...so beautiful musical period...
kisses
Alessandra

Alessandra Celletti
 
 
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Jiri Hajek - composer





Jun 9 2009 6:37 PM

Hi Matthew,
how are you, my friend? If you will to hear my new work, a Wanton overture, you can find it there at Soundclick: http://www.soundclick.com/bands/page_songInfo.cfm?bandID=850495&songID=7687529 Have a great week! Jiri
Pia





Jun 5 2009 10:38 PM

Hi!! Thanks soo much! Glad you at least took the time to listen! Keep in touch. :)
-Pia
Jennifer





Jun 1 2009 8:12 PM

Thanks for the add
Your music is beautiful
Nice to meet good people
Nature Spirit





May 27 2009 3:46 PM

Hello Matthew
Thank you very much for your friendly Comment.i be glad from hear you:-)
Oh have you make with your Family a camping ,that is so beautiful.
I have a question for you.Can i ask you ,i have here a second site.the name is meli here on my Profil.You can see it.Please add me also.I where so glad:-).I hope you understand my bad english.But i give me effort:-).Have also a good time.And i like your Music style.To soon.Cordial from your friend nature Spirit (meli)In switzerland.bye
Nature Spirit





May 26 2009 1:15 AM

hello mathhew
How are you and what make you so??
i have thinking of you in this moment and i will leave you cordial greetings from me.
How is the weather at your Place??Be us in switzerland are great sunny Weather.But a little bit to hot.:-)I wish you all the best and a wonderful day full of joy and hapiness.Take care meli.


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Sergio Puzzanghera





May 22 2009 10:33 PM

Hi Matthew, thank you very much for the ADD!!!
Pia





May 21 2009 4:22 PM

Now it's up and running!
Pia





May 21 2009 1:56 PM

I know. There must be something wrong with the system. There should be songs there. I'll let you know when things are right!
Chris





May 20 2009 4:52 PM

No, my phone is fine, I just have been dodgy lately.

I can't come this weekend, I have a wedding to go to in Mt. Shasta. Maybe we can do something the weekend after since its a 3 dayer.
Chris





May 19 2009 6:38 AM

Yes, I contemplated that we could maybe on Sunday!

But yeah, we will all hang out sometime Mr. Johnson, I just have been having some issues and don't feel like sharing them with the rest of everyone.
Alejandro Clavijo





May 16 2009 10:38 PM

Hi Matthew,!

Thank you very much for your friendship!!!. I Love your Solo Pianos... I Love "Like A Dream"... Is Beautiful!.

All the Best!,

- Alejandro
Nature Spirit





May 15 2009 4:37 PM

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hello my friend Matthew
How are you and what make you so?I hope all is well be you, and you have so much sucsess with your great Piano music:-)I will wish you a wonderful and relaxed weekend.Have a good time.Take care CareNature Spirit( Meli)from switzerland.Bye
Jiri Hajek - composer





May 10 2009 7:27 AM

Hi Matthew,how are you, my friend? I would you glad to introduce to our common project with Gabe Stenziano - a Donovans song Brother Sun, Sister Moon.I believe, it pleasure you. Have a great day! Jiri
http://www.soundclick.com/bands/page_songInfo.cfm?bandID=850495&songID=7587645
Qygen





May 7 2009 7:17 PM

glad you like em man! I'm using reason 3 and audacity just for now.
oh hai jess





May 7 2009 7:04 PM

No problem! I really like your sound because its so different. Some piano music can get boring by the middle of the song, but not yours.
Nature Spirit





May 1 2009 5:17 PM

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hello my friend Matthew
How are you??
I have thinking of you in the moment ,i have hear your great piano music:-)
I will leave you cordial greetings from me.i wish you now a relaxed evening ,and also a great weekend with not so much stress.Have a good time.Take care Nature Spirit meli in switzerland.Too soon.bye
John Pedersen Piano





Apr 30 2009 7:49 PM

Performing at the Mall Again
I'm just stopping by to check out your page and to tell you
that I appreciate our MySpace friendship. May you continue
to be a blessing to others with your talent.

Kind Regards, ~John
Cheryl





Apr 20 2009 12:39 AM

Have a GREAT week xx




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Apr 19 2009 9:23 PM

thanks a lot my friend some great tunes on here and quality recording too.
keep me posted.
Matt.
Chris





Apr 17 2009 6:21 AM

Good luck with the UOWC and with your concerts.
Looking forward for your return :)
♥Pop Tart♥





Apr 17 2009 1:12 AM

OMG! you sing? that's great! I look forward to hearing your voice. Ahahaha, if u sing Jay Chou's song, that would be a real treat. but i wont push it.
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