Director

Matthew Gonzales 

Mr. Gonzales is a Fort Worth  Native, and went through FWISD. Graduating from Southwest HS in 2016, he persued his education at the University of Texas at Arlington. There he earned his Bachelor's Degree s in Music Education with Orchestral Emphasis BM 21'. While at UTA, Mr. Gonzales has been exposed to great opportunities such as performing at Bass Hall, and traveling the DFW Area with his String Quartet, Palo Pinto String Quartet. 

Mr. Gonzales found his love for teaching at a early age, and is always striving to impact his students not only for a love of music, but guiding them to become better human beings. 

During his time outside of the classroom. Mr. Gonzales likes to spend time with his family and friends. From attending his sibling's softball games, to attending his siblings FFA Events!

McLean MS and McLean 6th:

Conductor of Orchestras: Matthew Gonzales

Instagram: mcleanms_6th_orchestras

Email: matthew.gonzales@fwisd.org