My last name is Morris. And also Matis.
The last two weeks have featured a surprising amount of circular breathing. Starting with Ned Rothenberg, who was outstanding as usual.... more
The Low End String Quartet is commissioning two new pieces, to be premiered in Reston, Virgina on April 14th.One piece... more
Repetition Meditation 1 by Jonathan Matis Here's a demo of a new piece I'm... more
Listen and download via bandcamp.This is a set of four dark and somber pieces for bass clarinet and cello. (There... more
I'm working on some new music, commissioned by a dance company. It's written for a sweet duo: bass clarinet and... more
Navel gazing is unamerican.Amnesia is patriotic.Together we forget.Together we repeat.Together we struggle.Together we talk ourselves out of failure.Our favorite songs... more
see the whole concert here.
Our next performance of the Low End String Quartet is coming up soon:Tues. Sept. 21at Strathmore Mansion in Rockville, Maryland.Part... more
Recorded live last week at "Word Free DC"
It's been a crazy few weeks, work-wise, and is shaping up to remain crazy for at least two more... but... more