About me: National Anthem Matt Farris Wave on Wave LIVE KMLE Nation Celebration
Matt Farris, that's me, was born in Grants Pass Oregon. I have 7 guitars and a drum set, I usually play my original guitar, Jasmine. I participated in many sports; serious about soccer, track, cross country; every other sport you can think of for the experience. Out of the country, I have traveled to Mexico, Hawaii and my personal favorite Australia and New Zealand. I joined Choir in elementary school and went all through school singing. In High School I also joined Drama. I played a pirate in my final play of high school and I am gonna have to say was my favorite part of Drama. After High School I moved to Phoenix to work on my Fire Science degree. I passed through EMT courses and then graduated the Glendale Fire Academy in 2006. I moved to Flagstaff for more schooling and joined the Grand Canyon Guitar Society and the Flagstaff Songwriters Club. I am currently back in Phoenix working and singing. My family has influenced me greatly in my music. My brothers Josh, Adam and Brad are big supporters; BIG and supportive. My Mom Sandra Schulzkump didn't know many lullabies when I was a baby but she did know country music; she sang Kenny Rogers, Bobby Bare, Tom T.Hall, Waylon and Willie rather than Hush Little Baby. My ear for music came from my father Jeff Farris and his father, Tom Farris. My Dad can hear any music and play it on the Bass. Tom Farris, aka Papa Tom plays the drums. My Grandfather Vern Clayson plays guitar, as did his mother, my Great Grandmother; Lenora Clayson. Even my step-father, Richard Schulzkump, who has been my Dad since I was one, keeps the beat when he is pounding boat propellers at his shop.
I got my first toy guitar when I was 2 or 3. My first real guitar was a gift from my mom when I was 12. Since that time almost every member of my family has bought me something to do with music. It's all I wanted for birthdays and Christmas.
I work at Avondale Toyota as a parts driver and play my music wherever I can. I have played for people all over AZ in bars and restaurants. I also sing with the Community Choir in Lake Havasu when I am there. My favorite LHCCC concert was last year- a Salute to the Troops- where I performed a solo, just me and my guitar, 8th of November. A few weeks ago I performed at a Motorcycle Rodeo in Havasu. A Vietnam Veteran brought me a bowl of chili after hearing my version of 8th. I was especially honored to play and be applauded by these audiences. I love every audience. I live to play my music and meet people.
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i'm sorry you didn't make it on:-(. dont take it to heart, i didn't make it past that round either.. they are always looking for something specific:-). ur day will come and u'll shine!:-)
Matthew Farris, the boy who made all the girls go nuts in middle school. You are so crazy! I still remember the phone calls where you would just sing to me and it made my heart melt...lol along with every other girl at Thunderbolt Middle School. You were such a little pimp. I'm glad to see that you're still pursuing your dreams and you're doing a damn good job! If you ever get out in Missouri let me know. You and my dad can get together and entertain all of us! Take care!
Listened to some of your music. It is a hard business to get into. Hard work. Keep trying, watch your back. :)Trust in God, that is your best bet!!! :)HAve a great day and I will check back. :)
matt!!!!!! OH MY GOD!! how awesome!! you were on the radio?? so are you like famous now??? i want to do a duet!!!!! good for you you sound beautiful your voice is so deep now! my goodness congratulations! what have you been up to to get you on the radio?? yee ha! im so happy for you!!!!!!
