ABOUT
Mike Hughes is an experienced and versatile musician capable of performing in a variety of musical situations. Mike received his Bachelor of Composition Degree from Berklee College of Music and taught there several years as well. He was musical director for “Hair” in Boston and has backed up many artists including Thelma Houston and Kenny Rankin.
As a writer, Mike has composed a rock opera (Rock Carmen) that was performed at the Roundhouse Theater in London, England, written and arranged music for the Buddy Rich Band, and written and performed music for the television shows “The Untouchables”, “Wings”, “Cheers” and “Dear John.”
Mike is extremely proficient at electronic music. He is adept at computer sequencing and programming synthesizers. He has booked and led his own bands from four to twenty pieces and is quite comfortable conducting and leading bands of all kinds..
Mike’s favorite thing to do is to play the keyboards. He is equally at home on acoustic piano or synthesizer. He can play many different styles of music (pop, jazz, blues, country, classical, etc.)- honestly and with authority. Mike can also play excellent key bass on gigs when needed (oops - sorry bass players)
Currently, Michael is living in Los Angeles working studios, clubs and casuals.
- Screen name:
- mikehughespiano
- Member since:
- Jul 13 2021
- Active within 1 week
- Level of commitment:
- Very Committed
- Years playing music:
- 40
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- More than 3 times per week
Instrument experience:
- Keyboard:
- Expert
- Piano:
- Expert
EQUIPMENT
Roland FP4 Keyboard