Hometown:
Hong Kong, SAR
Education:
McGill University Bachelor of Music 2024
Manhattan School of Music Master of Music 2026 (expected)
Bio:
Born in Hong Kong, Matthew began playing the bassoon at 13. Matthew currently studies in New York City, where he is pursuing his Master of Music degree for bassoon performance at Manhattan School of Music studying with William Short. Matthew obtained his Bachelor of Music at McGill University where he studied with Stéphane Lévesque. Matthew was an apprentice for Canada’s National Academy Orchestra in Toronto in 2023 and 2024.
What inspired you to become a musician?
Music allowed myself to express in a different form, and the joy of playing amazing orchestral music with my friends.
Name your favorite composers and/or pieces:
Ravel, Mozart, Poulenc Trio for oboe bassoon and piano <3
What is an interesting fact about you and/or your instrument?
I also used to play oboe and sax.
When taking a break from music-making, what is your favorite thing to do?
Eating, hanging with friends, video games.
Why did you choose the NRO?
The great repertoire they have this year, visiting Colorado and going on hikes with amazing people I meet!