UPCOMING EVENTS

Matthew is bringing the beautiful timbre of the violin to Gallery One in June for an intimate early-summer recital. Join us in the grounds of Thirsk Hall, overlooking the Sculpture Park, for 60 minutes of inspiring playing.

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Biography:

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Matthew started learning the Violin at school aged 9, and went on to lead Bolton Youth Orchestra and the Halle Youth Orchestra. From 2015 to 2021 he studied at the RNCM, graduating with a first class bachelor's degree in 2019 and achieving a distinction in his Master’s in 2021. He led all of the major orchestras at the RNCM, with highlights including directing the RNCM String Ensemble in performances at the Cantiere Internazionale d’arte in Montepulciano, Tuscany in 2018.

 

Matthew now enjoys a busy and varied freelance performing career, performing a multitude of genres of music with professional orchestras and ensembles across the country including the Halle, Manchester Camerata, Manchester Concert Orchestra and London Concert Orchestra. He is the leader of the Northern Film Orchestra, an orchestra that specialises in recording music for Film and TV, and also leader of the Slaithwaite Philharmonic Orchestra.

 

Matthew is passionate about teaching and has worked in the Opera North Education department, teaching on their award-winning in Harmony programme in Leeds. He also regularly works with Manchester Camerata in the Community, delivering workshops for schools across the region.

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This 60 minute performance will be interactive and entertaining for all ages.

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Tickets: £10 adults, £6 under 16s

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Tickets available on the door - cash or card welcome

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How to find us:

Thirsk Hall, Kirkgate, Yo7 1PL

Enter through the pedestrian gate to the right of the Hall, cross the lawn and enter the croft via the wooden ramp. Follow the pathway to Gallery One.