Welcome to BearTrumpet Music, my home for original compositions, arrangements, educational resources, and recording projects.

As a performer, educator, and arranger, I create music with both artistic and practical goals in mind. Whether you're looking for a jazz chart, educational material, or a recording project, my aim is to provide high-quality resources that are engaging, accessible, and rewarding for musicians and audiences alike.

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The Matt Lawson Quintet

Gwyn's Dance
  • Gwyn's Dance

This spacey waltz is scored for quintet - Alto, Flugelhorn, Piano, Bass, and Drums. This is as recorded on the Midnight in Merizo album. The chord changes are challenging and have some uncommon root movements. The melody is relatively simple, but it contains one note that will stretch the range of developing alto sax players.

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This spacey waltz is scored for quintet - Alto, Flugelhorn, Piano, Bass, and Drums. This is as recorded on the Midnight in Merizo album. The chord changes are challenging, and have some uncommon root movements. The melody is relatively simple, but it contains one note that will stretch the range of developing alto sax players. 
Trustafarian Blues
  • Trustafarian Blues

This funky 12 bar blues is simple and fun for any group. It's scored for alto, trumpet, and bone with rhythm section. It's based on a Boogaloo groove, and the melody is carried in the Alto Sax and Trombone. Easily played by most high school groups, but cool enough for professional or college ensembles.

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$20.00

This funky 12 bar blues is simple and fun for any group. It's scored for alto, trumpet, and bone with rhythm section. It's based on a Boogaloo groove, and the melody is carried in the Alto Sax and Trombone. Easily played by most high school groups, but cool enough for professional or college ensembles.