Matthew Shreve
…is a New York City and Seattle-based composer whose music has been performed by ensembles and soloists across the United States. Their composition “A Lover” has been published by North Star Music, LLC. Their works have been featured in performances by Contemporaneous Ensemble, BlackBox Ensemble, The Rhythm Method, Fresh Squeezed Opera, Opus 7 Choral Ensemble, Tucson Symphony, and Tucson Repertory Orchestra.
Shreve received a Master of Music in concert composition from New York University's Steinhardt School, studying with Julia Wolfe, Shelley Washington, and Justin Dello Joio. They hold a Bachelor of Music in Composition, mentored by Jiyoun Chung, with minors in Non-Profit Organizational Management and German Studies from Central Washington University in Ellensburg, Washington.
Shreve's compositions are known for their lyrical, intimate, and expressive qualities. A key part of their artistic philosophy is a dedication to inclusivity and diverse representation within the arts.
Photo credit: Travis Curry, 2023