Arts for Youth at Bridgewater State University

Matt Batstone

When Matt came to the realization that he is a six year veteran of Arts for Youth, at the ripe old age of 21, and moving on to his senior year at Providence University, he decided that it was time to slow down and enjoy the finer things in life, perhaps it’s time to grow a spice garden, or hone his talents in the field of squaming (squirrel taming)…..he then came to his senses and decided to keep drumming his heart out!  Matt’s been playing drums and percussion for the past 12 years in innumerable musical groups including concert bands, jazz bands, pit orchestras, marching bands, rock bands and pep bands, as well as being minor in music at Providence University where he has been trained in musical theory and history, with a concentration in the drum set specifically.  He is majoring in English, and will more than likely go on to earn his teaching degree in graduate school, and maybe write a book or two. This year at AfY Matt will be teaching a combination of music and computer classes, as well as various workshops in the same vein.