Matthew Covington is a dedicated oboist who has built a distinguished career performing with renowned ensembles across North Carolina. Currently, they hold positions with the Greensboro Symphony, Carolina Philharmonic, Western Piedmont Symphony, Salisbury Symphony, Fayetteville Symphony, and Piedmont Wind Symphony, and frequently perform as a substitute with various other orchestras. A student of Ashley Barret at UNC-Greensboro, Matthew refined their craft through formal studies, gaining invaluable experience despite not completing their degree. In addition to their performance career, Matthew is a passionate educator, teaching at The Music Academy of North Carolina, where they mentor the next generation of musicians. Outside of their musical pursuits, they enjoy PC gaming, crafting cocktails, and spending time with their husband, as well as their dog, Burt, and cat, Omar.