MATT  THE  MUSIC  MAN

Matt the Music Man (Matt McFarlane) is an award winning children’s musical entertainer! He's also possibly the only musician around with a pirate hat and a platypus for a sidekick! Matt's music promotes self-confidence for kids.

Growing up, Matt was very shy and was bullied at school. He spent much of his time having dreams about becoming a professional musician but his shyness and lack of self-confidence were too overwhelming. Today, Matt draws on these childhood experiences to inspire kids with his message of becoming self-confident.

After about 20 years of performing, Matt was inspired to become a children's musician upon the arrival of his first child. He has released three diverse all-original albums titled "The Best at Being You" (2022), "Everyday Superheroes" (2017), and "Songs For Kids Age 1 to 101" (2014) as well as an EP, "Family Fun" (2018). 

Many exciting shows have been performed across the Canadian Maritimes and beyond; schools, festivals, libraries, birthday parties... The list goes on! Guitars, ukulele, harmonica, kazoo, and other instruments are played, and fun props such as costumes and puppets are used to create a fun, interactive and educational experience. Through music, humour and stories, Matt teaches children about the importance of self-confidence and respect. It all comes together into a highly entertaining educational show for children and families!

​

In 2019, Matt launched an online video series titled, "Fun With Matt." The videos are made to educate children on a variety of fun topics and to spread his positive messages!

Many songs have been hits with children and parents such as “Everyday Superheroes”, “Dinosaur In the Candy Store” and "Pirates from Yarmouth". Matt makes a point to not downplay his music lyrically or musically too much for children because he understands how smart children are and he wants older audiences to be entertained as well. The smiles, laughs and voices singing along (even the parents!) are rewards that drive Matt as he continues his lifelong dream of performing music.