Help regarding sample sketch max7219

hey can help me and explain me whether this sample sketch which uses a max7219 library for led matrix
http://arduinocode.codeplex.com/releases/view/120493
and a keyswitch library
http://arduinocode.codeplex.com/releases/view/119934

i just want to know whether the animations will work without a switch connected
and if anyone does know how to connect the switch please teach me
i am a total newbie am sorry if i broke any forum rules

the sample sketch

sample sketch daft punk.txt (19.1 KB)