Matt Sewell: Jazz Musician in New York

About Matt Sewell

Matt Sewell is a New York City jazz musician heard in small‑group settings at venues such as Ornithology Jazz Club. His work often centers on quartet formats, where the writing functions as a framework for collective conversation. He has shared bandstands with Todd Herbert, Jeremy Manasia, Jason Clotter, Larry Banks, Anthony Pearlman, Brent Lerman, Jules Gardener, and Charlie Lincoln, building a résumé rooted in local collaboration. The playing favors clear lines and attentive listening over display.