Get ready! The Parr Arts & Humanities Series is thrilled to present an evening with Matthew Whitaker, a prodigious talent in the world of jazz, on April 11, 2024, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. This event is designed to enrich and inspire and is to be noticed.

About Matthew Whitaker

• Prodigy Turned Professional: Born in 2001 in Hackensack, NJ, Matthew Whitaker has dazzled the world with his musical prowess from a young age. At just 15, he became the youngest musician, named a Yamaha Artist, and joined an elite group of jazz pianists.
• Educated in Excellence: Whitaker’s foundation in music is solid, having studied classical piano and drums at The Filomen M. D’Agostino Greenberg Music School in NYC. His education continued at The Harlem School of the Arts and through participation in the Jazz House Big Band and the Organ Messengers at Jazz House Kids in Montclair, NJ.
• A Juilliard Graduate: His commitment to his craft led him to graduate from the BA Jazz Studies program at Juilliard in New York City in May 2023, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter in his career.

Event Details

• Date & Time: April 11, 2024, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Location: The theater in the Parr Center at Central Piedmont Community College.
• Ticket Prices: Absolutely FREE for students! Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to witness a jazz virtuoso live in action.

Don’t Miss Out!

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening with Matthew Whitaker, where you’ll experience the power of music to move and inspire. This is a golden opportunity for Central Piedmont students to immerse themselves in the richness of the arts and humanities, courtesy of the Parr Arts & Humanities Series.

🎶 Reserve your spot now and prepare to be amazed by the musical mastery of Matthew Whitaker! 🎶