my name is matt lau
My musical journey began in the world of classical music, starting with piano and violin at a young age. I found a love for the craft, classically trained under the hands of seasoned professionals and great teachers. However, lurking in the background was a call from the contemporary, as a love for the guitar dominated my interest. I have thirteen years of guitar experience, and I'm the lead guitarist for the Torrance-based alt rock band, Joker’s Hand. With Joker’s Hand, I have performed throughout the western US, having shared festival stages with the likes of acts such as Counting Crows, Fitz & The Tantrums, and Sugar Ray. I've also had the pleasure of working as a session guitarist & bassist for local acts such as Hand Drawn Maps, Illunis, Unknown Gravity Project, Adin Boyer, and Project Punk. As a lifelong student of music, I draw from my varied experiences in classical and popular music to teach, and I am eager to share the optimism I have for all things music in a variety of styles, from pop & RnB to rock and metal.