BM Berklee College of Music. Studies with Jim Stinnett, Dave Clark, Anthony Vitti, Dave Buda. Matthew has played in just about every type of band, from classical and jazz, to rock, funk and Latin. He has played in bands that have opened for such bands as Everclear and Pink. He has played in a string section that recorded with the Dropkick Murphys and can be heard on their latest album “The Meanest of Times”. Matthew has also played several shows with the Dropkick Murphys. He is an active member in the Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra and the Quincy Symphony Orchestra. He is also a composer and founding member of the funk/fusion band The Fictional Monsters. Matthew brings his versatility as a bass player to his teaching and is easily able to adapt to the students learning ability. No matter what style Matthew is teaching he always stresses playing with feeling and groove. (www.mattedwardsbass.com)