MATTHEW MAZZOLA, tenor, is thrilled to return for his eighth season with Chanticleer, and his first as Assistant Music Director. Matthew received his Bachelor's in Music Education from the University of Houston. During his undergraduate tenure, he sang with the Moores School of Music’s Concert Chorale under the direction of Betsy Cook Weber. After finishing his degree, Matthew taught elementary music and sang professionally with Cantare Houston, Houston Bach Society, and Houston Chamber Choir. In his free time, Matthew is an avid gamer, reader, and sports fan.