Michael Hearst Tickets

Michael Hearst is a multifaceted composer, writer, and performer known for blending music with storytelling. As the founder of One Ring Zero, he launched a series of inventive solo projects that fuse whimsy with thoughtful composition. Hearst’s work spans concept albums, multimedia performances, and collaborations with renowned ensembles, making him a distinctive voice in contemporary music.

Beyond the studio, Hearst has translated his creative ideas to live performance and education, with notable projects expanding through PBS Digital Studios and collaborations with a wide range of artists. His career also features acclaimed premieres and resonant performances at prominent venues, including a high-profile premiere with Kronos Quartet at Carnegie Hall.

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Biography highlights

• Founder of One Ring Zero, known for inventive, text-driven rock and artful storytelling through music.
• Long-running solo projects: Songs For Ice Cream Trucks; Songs For Unusual Creatures; Songs For Fearful Flyers; Songs For Extraordinary People; Songs For Unconventional Vehicles.
• PBS Digital Studios adaptation: Songs For Unusual Creatures evolved into a PBS series, co-produced and co-directed with a varied roster of collaborators.
• Historic live milestone: Kronos Quartet premiered Hearst’s Secret Word at Carnegie Hall (Zankel Hall) in 2012.
• Active in museums and cultural spaces, with regular engagements at Barbes, Lincoln Center Atrium, and other venues.
• Recent project: 80 From The 80s — releasing 1980s cover singles with guest artists.

Upcoming 2025 tour dates include Barbes on February 8, Lincoln Center Atrium on November 15, and a Park Slope appearance at Old Stone House on September 14. To stay informed about new dates, follow Michael Hearst and the official pages below.