Matthew Meets the Man

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Matthew Swanbeck faces the challenge of pursuing his passion for music while feeling constrained by his current role as a brass player in the school marching band. Inspired to start his own band and perform in rock venues, he struggles to gather enough money for a drum set amidst the obstacles posed by adulthood, such as taxes and meager earnings from chores. This light-hearted story explores the determination and creativity of a teenager as he navigates the complexities of chasing his dreams against societal expectations.