Thomas Matta

THOMAS MATTA has earned a B.M. and M.M. (Theory and Composition) from the University of Minnesota-Duluth and the University of Northern Colorado, respectively; he also holds a Certificate in Performance (Bass Trombone) from DePaul University. An active performer, Thomas has performed extensively across North America, Europe, and New Zealand, and is one of the most sought-after bass trombonists in Chicago's recording studios, concert halls, theater pits and other live-music venues. Thomas has performed and recorded with a diverse array of talents including the Woody Herman Orchestra, the Frank Mantooth Jazz Orchestra, Ray Charles, Natalie Cole, Aretha Franklin, Art Garfunkel, Jimmy Heath, Frank Sinatra, Jr., The Colorado Symphony, Concertante di Chicago, the Ravinia Festival Orchestra and others. His compositions and arrangements has been performed and recorded by premier orchestras, big bands and chamber ensembles worldwide. He is published by Kendor Music, Doug Beach Music, Andel Editions, and the UNC Jazz Press. A Lecturer at DePaul University since 1995, Thomas teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in Jazz Composition & Arranging, and is an instructor of Tenor and Bass Trombone.