Dr Matt Hsu is multi-instrumentalist, composer and QMusic Award nominated musician. His one-person orchestra project Matt Hsu’s Obscure Orchestra makes music that explores the grey areas between cultures, using eclectic instruments and unusual techniques.
Steeped in world music since childhood, Matt draws on his immigrant roots to create multi-layered compositions that explore themes of collective belonging and celebrating difference. Matt has performed at Bigsound, TEDx and toured internationally as a founding member of The Mouldy Lovers, and has completed a PhD exploring folk music in the 21st century.