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​                                               Time to tune

International Percussionist to Perform in Waverly

3/22/2021

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By Kayla Boeke
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Percussionist Matt Andreini​ ​is a native Iowan and currently teaches at the University of Northern Iowa. Andreini also continues to maintain an active performance career. Holding performances regularly with a wide variety of ensembles throughout Iowa.

In addition to his regular performing schedule, he is often a featured soloist with numerous ensembles and has performed multiple international tours throughout Europe, Central, and South America.

As a chamber musician, Matthew has recently shared the
stage with groups such as the Boston Brass and the Enso
String Quartet. As an avid enthusiast of new music,
Andreini co-directs a collaborative new music organization
known as the “Iowa/Hungary Project” with Hungarian percussionist, Gabor Palotas.

This unique duo specializes in the performance of contemporary percussion works by Iowan and Hungarian composers. Since the project’s inception, members of the duo have jointly commissioned and premiered more than 50 works, creating a unique opportunity for cultural exchange throughout the community.
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Matthew has previously held teaching positions at Southwestern Community College (Creston, Iowa), and Joyful Noise Drums and Percussion (West Des Moines, IA) and currently teaches at the University of Northern Iowa. As a teacher, Matthew’s students have had continued success in competitions and have gone on to lead successful careers in music.

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