The Art of the Guitar: Exploring Music with Matthew Von Doran

In this episode of Saint Louis In Tune, hosts Arnold Stricker and Mark Langston welcome Matthew Von Doran, an exceptionally talented guitarist and educator. Matthew offers insight into his background, his teaching technique, and details his 99 Decisions video guitar program. He also reflects on his move from California to St. Louis and how it influenced his career. The hosts and Matthew discuss the power of music in evoking emotion, live looping, the intricate skill behind improv, and Matthew even delivers a live acoustic performance.

[00:00] Introduction to the Show and Guest

[02:24] The Art of Guitar Playing and Teaching

[04:11] Matthew's Musical Journey and Influences

[08:13] The Science Behind Music and Creativity

[13:05] Live Looping and the Evolution of Matthew's Music

[20:05] Matthew's Upcoming Talk and Performance

[29:03] Exploring Jazz and Musical Preferences

[30:01] Journey into Jazz Fusion and Musical Influences

[31:09] Creating a Jazz Album and Personal Musical Identity

[33:02] The Unexpected Journey to St. Louis

[36:43] Embracing the Digital Age of Music

[40:37] The Art of Improvisation and Emotional Connection in Music

[46:45] The Evolution of a Music Career and Future Endeavors

[51:48] Reflecting on the Music Industry and Aging Musicians

[52:56] Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

This is Season 7! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com

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Matthew Von Doran

Music Artist / Composer / Educator

As a composer, performer, & educator, Matthew Von Doran has a passion for using his vast experience to show others how to develop the skills necessary to play music… the music with which they feel most connected.

With over three decades of teaching the guitar, he has discovered all of the essential elements involved in laying down a solid foundation for the player. The Guitar Advantage instruction course represents his effective approach to learning these skills in a streamlined, comprehensive manner.

After spending most of his life enjoying a successful music career in Los Angeles, California, Matthew currently calls Saint Louis, Missouri, his base of operations, as he continues to travel the world, playing, recording, and teaching music of any & all styles.

Career Highlights:

~ Released the acclaimed modern jazz album of original compositions, In This Present Moment, featuring Jimmy Haslip, Peter Erskine, Larry Goldings, Bob Sheppard, James Genus, Terri Lyne Carrington, & more 
~ A world tour with La Quinta Estacion, winner of the 2010 GRAMMY for Best Latin Pop Album 
- Over 15 years with the Don Miller Big Band, on-set band for television shows, Seinfeld & for The Nanny  
~ Ten years on faculty at the GRAMMY Foundation’s Summer Music Career Camp in Los Angeles, California 
~ Teaching residencies for The Center of Creative Arts (COCA),
The Sheldon Theater, & The Ex’treme Institute in Saint Louis, Missouri 
~ Extensive recording session work for numerous artists in studios around the world

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