Matthew Whiteside

Composer / CEO & Artistic Director, Matthew Whiteside / The Night With...

Matthew Whiteside is a Glasgow-based composer, artistic director, and author known for his innovative fusion of classical and electronic music. His immersive, atmospheric works have been performed internationally by ensembles such as Crash Ensemble, United Strings of Europe, and the RTÉ National Symphony Orchestra. His music, described as “effective and unsettling” by BBC Music Magazine and praised for its “post-minimalist bold sparseness” by The Herald, pushes the boundaries of contemporary classical music.

In addition to his compositional work, Matthew is the founder and artistic director of The Night With…, a concert series and record label that champions new music in informal, accessible settings. He is also the author of The Guidebook to Self-Releasing Your Music, a practical resource designed to help musicians navigate the complexities of independently releasing their work and understand how to generate an income through sales and royalties. Combining his experience as a composer, producer, and mentor, Matthew supports the creative community by helping artists achieve their goals through mentoring and education work, while continuing to create works that inspire and engage audiences across the world.