Allen Mathews is a distinguished classical guitarist and teacher with a repertoire that spans classical, Spanish, and Brazilian music. He has showcased his talent in multiple countries and across the United States, earning acclaim for his performances.

As an educator, Mathews is renowned for his innovative teaching methods, particularly through his classical guitar tutorial site, ClassicalGuitarShed.com, and his popular YouTube channel, which has over 100,000 subscribers.

He has been on the faculty as a guitar teacher at prestigious institutions like Reed College, Lewis and Clark College, and Oregon Episcopal School in Portland, Oregon. In these positions he taught classical and group guitar classes. Mathews has also been invited as a guest instructor and clinician at various colleges and universities nationwide.

Holding a B.A. in Guitar Performance from Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado, Mathews has studied with numerous accomplished musicians in the U.S., Brazil, and Canada. Mathews continues to evolve as an artist, engaging in regular coaching sessions with renowned former concert pianist and celebrated teacher Mark Westcott.

His collaborative work is diverse, including performances with various instruments and ensembles. He has performed in theater productions, opera, and numerous chamber groups in a variety of styles and genres.

For those interested in learning from Mathews or exploring his contributions to classical guitar, his online platform, Classical Guitar Shed, offers a wealth of resources and lessons, catering to students of all levels seeking to improve their skills and deepen their musical understanding.