Matthew Lee
14k Custom Flute, 14k headjoint and platinum riser
PURCHASED FROM FLUTISTRY
Matthew Lee is a Boston-based flutist, conductor, and educator originally from New Zealand. Matthew's musical talents have graced various venues throughout New England and beyond performing on the stages of Symphony Hall, New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall, and the Sydney Opera House. Matthew can be heard frequently performing with the Portland (ME) Symphony Orchestra, Boston Landmarks Orchestra, Boston Ballet Orchestra, and numerous other ensembles. He also had the privilege of performing with the Albany Symphony Orchestra and served as the primary substitute for the Christchurch Symphony Orchestra for many years, frequently stepping into roles as Principal Flute and Principal Piccolo.
Dedicated to education, Matthew is currently a teacher with the Wellesley Public Schools while concurrently managing a thriving private studio catering to students of all ages and skill levels. His commitment to sharing his expertise extends to conducting, as he has conducted the Boston University Wind Ensemble, Boston University Concert Band, University of North Texas Wind Symphony, and briefly assumed the role of interim director for the Gisborne (NZ) Concert Band. Matthew has also led sectional rehearsals with the Boston University All Campus Orchestra. His teaching experience includes giving masterclasses and presentations at Boston University and the University of Rhode Island, as well as serving as a teaching assistant at the Boston University Tanglewood Institute. In the past, he held the position of Instructor of Flute and Chamber Music at Boston University, where he provided private lessons and coached chamber music for non-major students.
As a conductor, Matthew honed his skills by attending conducting masterclasses across the United States and New Zealand, learning from renowned figures such as Eugene Corporon, Mallory Thompson, Rupert D’Cruze, Andrew Withington, and Helen Renaud. He also engaged in regular private study with Professor David Martins.
Matthew earned both his undergraduate and master's degrees at the University of Canterbury in New Zealand and continued his studies at Boston University. His musical journey has been profoundly influenced by esteemed teachers such as Anthony Ferner, Linda Toote, Ann Bobo, Sharon Sparrow and Elizabeth Rowe. Matthew has further enriched his musical perspective through participation in masterclasses led by artists such as Lorna McGhee, Emily Beynon, Julien Beaudiment, Alberto Almarza, Leone Buyse, Cynthia Meyers, Jim Walker, and Mark Sparks.
Matthew has been playing on Haynes flutes since 2012. In 2023, he acquired his 14k Custom Flute with a 14k headjoint and platinum riser from Flutistry Boston. He is honored to be recognized as a Haynes Young Artist.