MATT THE MUSIC MAN

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Matt the Music Man is an award winning children's performer with a pirate hat and a platypus for a sidekick!  If you see him, he’ll have your whole family singing, clapping, laughing and rocking out. It's a party!

 

Matt promotes self-confidence for kids. Growing up, Matt was very shy and was bullied at school. He spent much of his time having dreams about becoming a professional musician but his shyness and lack of self-confidence were too overwhelming. Today, Matt draws on these childhood experiences to inspire kids with his message of becoming self-confident through super fun music!

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What many fans may not know is that Matt is also Matt McFarlane, a lifelong musician who has recently returned to his rock roots with a brand new solo project. His latest release, "Rewind" brings the same passion and authenticity to a new audience - blending driving guitars, powerful lyrics, and a deep love for storytelling.

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Wether it's singing to a room full of dancing kids or rocking out on stage as Matt McFarlane, music is always at the heart of everything he does.

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why kids music?

 

It just kinda happened! After about 20 years of performing, Matt decided to record an album. It was supposed to be the rock album of his dreams, however his first child arrived at around this time (2012) and all of a sudden, Matt was writing children's songs. The album morphed into something entirely different, hence Matt the Music Man was born! Three full length albums and hundreds of shows later, Matt is still riding the wave!

 

Many exciting shows have been performed across the Canadian Maritimes and beyond. Matt plays Guitars, ukulele, harmonica & kazoo, and uses fun props such as costumes and puppets to create a fun, interactive and educational experience. Through music, humour and stories, Matt teaches children about the importance of self-confidence and respect. It all comes together into a highly entertaining educational show for children and families!

 

Many songs have been hits with children and parents such as"The Best at Being You",  “Everyday Superheroes”, “Dinosaur In the Candy Store” and "Pirates from Yarmouth". Matt makes a point to not downplay his music lyrically or musically too much for children because he understands how smart children are and he wants older audiences to be entertained as well. The smiles, laughs and voices singing along (even the parents!) are rewards that drive Matt as he continues his lifelong dream of performing music.