Matt Shields

Instructs: Jazz & Tap

 

Originally from the Toronto area, Matt comes to Tapestry via Calgary, where he could be found training and performing with Decidedly Jazz Danceworks and MADD Rhythms Canada. Matt has studied with Heather Cornell, artistic director of the Manhattan Tap and has shared his work as a volunteer for dance showcases at Calgary Cares 2004, Lilac Festival 2004 and Tribute to a Tragedy (9/11).

Matt served as master of ceremonies at the 8th Annual Third Coast Rhythm Project, danced with Jason Janas at Baylor University’s Tribute to Duke Ellington as well as making his solo debut in tap improvisation at the Hoofin’ Ground Tap Festival in Charlotte, NC in 2005. Matt was also nominated by TDC Director Acia Gray as one of the up and coming 20 year old tap dancers for the Dance Spirit Magazine article 20/20. Matt is constantly looking for something new in the dance world to explore and learn and is happy to be joining Tapestry Dance Company in his third season.