Meet Matt - Piano & Guitar Teacher

Matt Greisen was born and raised in Seattle, WA. After embarking on his own musical journey at the age of 12, he began teaching guitar lessons to his peers in high school. Matt devoted hours each day to refining his skills while mastering solos by guitarists like Eric Clapton and Jimmy Page. He developed a deep passion for music and the guitar when he joined his first band a year later. Matt pursued higher education with music at Seattle Pacific University, majoring in Music Production and studying guitar under Greg Fulton. During this period, he further honed his skills in jazz and classical guitar while performing at various Seattle venues and weddings with his quartet. He later ventured to Cuenca, Ecuador, where he spent a year performing jazz in bands and duo guitar settings. Throughout his time abroad, he continued teaching students online across the US and in-person in Ecuador. Upon returning home, Matt reintegrated into the music scene, performing at gigs, weddings and local jam sessions with his quartet.

Matt is dedicated to helping others gain musical knowledge while efficiently learning to play their instruments. He believes in the importance of structure and commitment in music lessons, while also ensuring they are enjoyable. Matt values the sense of community that music fosters, viewing it as an integral aspect of personal and musical growth. He teaches various styles with a focus on musicality, expression, improvisation, and promoting efficient and healthy technique.