Listen "Matthew Nelson: Classical Chops, Pop Chops"
Episode Synopsis
How many cellists can sight-read a Bach suite and invent a pop hook on the spot?Matthew Nelson is that rare musician — classically trained, yet fluent in the Nashville number system. A go-to player for sessions and live work alike, he bridges notation and improvisation with ease. Whether you read dots or numbers, you’ll find deep insight and quiet mastery in this conversation.
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