Matthew Olson

Matthew Olshefski

Country

United States

Occupation

Entertainment

Description

Classical violinist. Director of the Olson String Studio. Notable for covering pop songs over on his YouTube channel using the hashtag #ShirtOffMyBackChallenge as a way to raise awareness for homeless and socially marginalised people. Former Concertmaster of the Kansas City Ballet Orchestra and has been Associate Concertmaster and Assistant Concertmaster of several orchestras and chamber orchestras. Changed his name to Matthew Olshefski to match his ancestral heritage.

Further Reading/Research

• https://suzukiassociation.org/people/matthew-olson/
• http://www.winq.com/2016/09/32366/
• http://olsonstringstudio.com/
• http://www.pride.com/music/2016/8/31/shirtless-violinists-cover-katy-perrys-rise-dream-come-true

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