Matt Peterson

Matt has a wide-ranging style that ranges from elegant, sophisticated music for weddings and cocktail hours, to dynamic, energetic piano arrangements for parties and shows. Matt's 15+ years of professional experience including playing in jazz clubs in Chicago and Los Angeles, at Disneyland, for the Joffrey Ballet in Chicago, at weddings, receptions, corporate events, private parties, and religious services. He has a repertoire of over 4500 songs, as well as accommodating specific song requests from clients for special events and taking requests at any time from guests. Matt has a Bachelor's Degree in classical piano from the Wheaton College Conservatory of Music and a masters in jazz piano from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. He also plays the pipe organ and served as the staff organist at All Souls Anglican Church for 8 years, in addition to playing pipe organ for countless weddings and memorial services. Matt prides himself on his consummate professionalism, including friendly and clear communication with clients, timeliness, and attention to detail in preparation and execution of his music. He has shared the stage across the country with a variety of artists including Gordon Goodwin, Gregg Field, Will Liverman, Bobby Watson, Makaya McCraven, and John Clayton. In April 2023 Matt released his first full-length jazz album as a bandleader, Better Worlds, recorded in October 2021 at Steve Albini’s recording studio Electrical Audio. All About Jazz had this to say about the record: “With Better Worlds Peterson demonstrates his multiple skills as a composer, band leader, and pianist. His ensemble, with their seamless camaraderie, highlight his sophisticated approach to writing and underscore the opportunities for exciting spontaneity within each piece. This recording is another addition to an already brilliant career.”