Artist Profile
Matthew Petralia is a guitarist and music educator from Upstate New York, currently based in Lynchburg, Virginia. He is a senior pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Guitar Performance at Liberty University. Matthew brings extensive experience across a wide range of styles, including classical, jazz, rock, bluegrass, worship, and musical theatre.
He has collaborated with numerous organizations in professional, academic, and educational settings, including Liberty University, Alluvion Stage Company, CAMP-OF-THE-WOODS, and the Adirondack Performing Arts Festival. As both a performer and teacher, Matthew is known for his versatility, adaptability, and commitment to meeting students where they are—tailoring his instruction to a broad spectrum of musical styles, goals, and interests.

Guitar Lessons
Tutoring
Learn guitar at any level through engaging one-on-one online lessons with a professional guitarist and educator. Whether you’re starting from scratch or have been strumming for years, lessons are tailored to help you efficiently build proficiency in any style or genre you want to play. All players are welcome to learn, grow, and reach their musical goals.
One-on-One Lessons
Struggling with music theory, notation, or overall musicianship? Get personalized one-on-one online tutoring across a variety of music subjects, designed to help you build confidence and mastery.
Subjects
Music Theory, Musicianship/Aural Skills, Notation
Levels of Teaching
Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Levels

