Matthew can perform in a wide range of styles, or even mix & match, to suit your occasion. Click on the pictures below to see more information, pictures, songs, videos and customisation options.
To find out where you can next see any of these acts live, click here to visit the Gigs page.
Ukulele
Think you know Uke?
Think you know uke? Think again! A class act full of spectacle and shenanigans, with twists at every turn.
Weddings, PARTIES, PUBS & EVENTS
Perfect for those looking for something different and memorable, Matthew blends the sweet sound of the ukulele with all of your favourite songs to help you elevate your private event.
SessioN WORK
Versatile and expert ukulele player of all types suitable for deputising, recordings, bands, theatre pits and one-off services.
bands
SaxandUke
An unlikely duo, Matthew Quilliam and Hannah Spires pair the ukulele and saxophone to explore popular jazz repertoire and catchy originals.
Vintage jazz
Go back in time to the golden age of swing. Matthew’s solo or band vintage jazz performances are sure to leave a lasting impression on your guests.
Hawaiian nights
Bring your summer to life with a Hawaiian-themed package, available as a solo, duo or trio.
Tribute Acts
George Formby
It’s turned out nice again! South England’s premier George Formby tribute act, perfect for comedy gigs and WWII/vintage events.
THE FAB ONE
A one-man band tribute to the biggest band on the planet – The Beatles! Enjoy cameos each ‘member’ of the band and endless top hits from the Beatles and other great artists from the 50s and 60s.
Other instruments
Other Services
Original Music
Original jazz, classical and comedy music. Listen to Matthew’s albums or inquire about book, TV or theatre commissions.
“The future of the ukulele”
Giovanni Albini, Professor of Ukulele, Conservatorio Antonio Vivaldi, Italy, 2022
“One day soon, you’ll be up there with the greats of the ukulele”
Peter Moss, international professional ukulele player, 2021
“You’re going to be the top guy”
Aaron Crowell, Hawaii Music School, 2020
“one of the most hard working, adaptive, versitile and complete ukulele players on the scene“
Samantha Muir, ukulele PhD doctorate, 2023
A fresh new talent on the ukulele, already making a huge impression.
Sometime in mid-2011, a young boy picked up his first ukulele, quickly becoming fascinated with the instrument. 12 years later and Matthew Quilliam became the first person to use the ukulele for an entire music degree, graduating in 2023 with first class honours.
Thanks to his life-long connection and expertise with the instrument, he has developed a wide skill set and a popular range of shows, whilst showing no signs of slowing down.
Versatility is in abundance when it comes to Matthew’s capabilities. With his boundless energy and his trademark smile, Matthew is sure to leave any audience wanting more.
Based in southern UK, his travels have brought him to appear at Grand Northern, Bracklesham, Isle of Wight, Yeovil and Shrewkfest Ukulele Festivals, Chichester Jazz Club, Concorde Club Eastleigh, Princess Hall Aldershot, Oktoberfest Swindon, Didcot Railway Centre, Weyfest, Abbey Road Studios & internationally in Italy, France, Germany and Poland.
On top of that, he has composed for a handful of albums and films, educational and examined ukulele material for ABRSM, the London College of Music and the London Ukulele Project, as well as written live pit band music for Chichester Festival Theatre.
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