Just Matt, and occasionally the voices in his head that sometimes tell him to play a sixth over a minor seventh. Thankfully, said voices only come out when the moon is full, or when he has to play The Orange Blossom Special.
Influences
Matt is influenced by any album or artist that he can get his hands on. One day it could be Vassar Clements, the next it could be Jimi Hendrix. Matt tries to find inspiration in every type of music, and believes that musical discrimination is comparable to being stupid, and that both should be outlawed.
Sounds Like
William Shatner singing Elton John's "Rocket Man"--i.e. the very essence of cool.
Charming audiences everywhere and exhibiting a maturity way beyond his years, Matt, at only 18 years of age, has a diverse musical background. He started playing with his first bluegrass band at age 12 and at 14, recorded "Timeless", an instrumental CD he's honored to share with Marcille Wallis and Paul Cottrell.
Matt's musical training started with classical piano lessons when he was six years old. He started Suzuki violin lessons at eight years of age, but is now exploring his interest in the roots music of America while continuing to learn and develop his own musical style.
During his classical training, he developed a love for fiddle music of all kinds, particularly old time, Celtic and bluegrass. Four years of attendance at Mark O'Connor's Fiddle Camp in Dickson, Tennessee, where he studied with and was inspired by legendary fiddlers, furthered his passion for fiddling. Matt's love of all kinds of music, coupled with his broad understanding of musical theory and exceptional command of his instrument enables him to play many types of music, including bluegrass, rock, Celtic, country, swing, classical, and jazz. He earns the respect of all who play with him, yet he remains humble and seeks to learn all he can from each musical experience he has.
Matt has an impressive list of fiddle wins under his belt, most notably, the titles of 2004 Florida State Youth Fiddle Champion and 2008 Florida State Bluegrass Fiddle Champion.
Mindful of the needs of others, he shares his talents in community service for churches, fund raisers, service organizations, and as a musical member of the Walton County folk life production, "Grit and Grace".
Matt is a member of many bands, including Marcille Wallis and Friends, The Grasscutters, and Newfangled Theory. Matt is also known to be musically promiscuous, playing with just about anyone who will let him join them. To visit the myspace pages of a band or person that Matt plays with, learn more about his band mates and performance times, and other information, visit the myspace links listed below:
We used to be called "Mumrik" that was looking for a singer and now we finally found a singer and the band name became STM since we are working together at a distance of 6000miles from Leeds, UK to Kyoto, Japan. We have uploaded 3 songs now. Check out how it works.
Hey there, Matt Miller, one of the first musicians to perform at Caloosahatchee! You helped to get it all started -- can you believe how it's grown? If you can work it into your schedule, we'll see you on January 23!
Hello, it's me, Ruby Jane.To those who don't know me, I am a 14 year old fiddler, songwriter. I have some songs posted that are fresh out of the studio. Let me know if you like the new songs..be one of the first to hear, even before they are released!Thanks! new videos too! Ruby Jane
You are an amazing and talented young man.It was a pleasure meeting you and hearing you play.Newfangled Theory was rockin pcb. thanks for a great time and great music.drop a line if you get a chance.....take care.
"Lew & Nora" Hosts BIG JAM & Craw Fish Boil @ Cabana Cafe Sundays at 4pm!!! This Weeks Featured Artist Will Be: The 2008 Beachcomber Music Awards Drummer Of the year: "Ted Cobena" AKA "The Animal" a Member of Bas Clas, by the way, that's Cajun French for "low class" WE have chosen a Drummer this Sunday because no matter what instrument you play you can still be an Artist!!!
