Matthew is a professionally trained violist who has dedicated the past several decades to developing his craft. Born in Fort Lauderdale Florida, the Witmers relocated to Philadelphia where Matthew began to demonstrate his love for singing and playing piano, and was introduced to string instruments in the fourth grade. Upon completion of high school, Matthew received his Bachelor of Music Degree in Viola Performance from the Boston Conservatory, studying with Patricia McCarty and Ed Gazouleas and other members of the Boston Symphony with further studies at the New England Conservatory.