Matt Garrity
Dynamic Jazz Drummer
Matt Garrity is a highly versatile drummer, composer, and educator, blending modern jazz with contemporary influences and recognized for his sophisticated rhythm and broad musical collaborations.
About
Matt Garrity is an acclaimed drummer, composer, and educator, currently serving as Assistant Professor of Jazz Studies at the University of Northern Iowa. Originally from Seattle, Washington, he holds a Doctor of Musical Arts in Jazz Studies from the University of Texas at Austin, a Master of Music from the Eastman School of Music, and a Bachelor of Music from the University of Washington.
Music Style
His music spans modern jazz, incorporating elements of indie rock and contemporary classical music, showcasing his versatility and innovative approach to rhythm and composition.
Background
- Hometown
- Seattle, WA
- Education
- University of Texas at Austin; Eastman School of Music; University of Washington
- Instruments
- drums
- Active
- 2000s-present
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If you appreciate the rhythmic sophistication of Mark Guiliana and the compositional depth of Dan Weiss, you'll find Matt Garrity's work compelling.