Matthew Briggs

Matthew Briggs is a composer and educator based in Tallahassee, Florida.1 He is currently working as a Composer at his own company, Matthew Briggs.1

Professional Background

Matthew Briggs has a diverse background in music composition and education. He is an Adjunct Professor of Music at Texas Christian University and a Music Theory Instructor, currently based in Fort Worth, Texas.4

Education and Early Career

Briggs received his education at Florida State University.1 His musical journey began in Lexington, Massachusetts, where he started as a percussionist.3 He later pursued formal music education, earning a bachelor's degree from Indiana University.6

Compositional Work

As a composer, Briggs creates original music and offers arrangement services. He is actively involved in commissioning new works and making his music available for performance.5

Music Education Initiatives

Briggs is also involved in music education beyond his university roles. He organizes the Matt Briggs Music Experience, a three-day live music event designed to help participants improve their skills as musicians and live performers.2

Matthew Briggs maintains an active online presence, sharing his work on platforms like SoundCloud and YouTube, where he showcases his compositions and engages with the music community.45