Matt BaronMatt Baron (author & songwriter) worked in logistics sales for years until he realized cold-calling in business parks wasn't his calling. He decided to pursue teaching to share his love of learning with English and Spanish-speaking students (plus som structured time off to write and perform music!). In his first year teaching for Chicago Public Schools, Baron began writing standards-based songs with corresponding activities to teach his ESL students as well as the general population of kids at his school. When he's not teaching or writing for Future Hits, you can find Matt riding his bike, shooting hoops, and eating at restaurants all around Chicago. About Future Hits This band from Chicago combines music and education seamlessly to create one-of-a-kind kid friendly rock n' roll with a twist. By teaching kids language skills through music, bandleader and Chicago Public Schools teacher Matt Baron helps children cultivate their love of learning. Since 2011, Matt and his bandmates Emma Hospelhorn, Ben Sutherland, and Nick Kabat have written nearly 70 songs, released two albums (with a third one slated for a 2018 release), presented and led professional development, provided Future Hits Enrichment programs in countless classrooms and after-school settings, and played shows in Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, China, and even the Galápagos Islands. The activities and word games Matt wrote to correspond with their debut album, Songs for Learning, found their way into the Future Hits Songs for Learning! Playbook. Read More Read Less