Michael Hearst is a composer, multi-instrumentalist, and writer, whose vast output is characterized by a fascination with extremely specific themes. His most recent project is a four-part book series, each book geared toward a grand theme: Unusual Creatures, Extraordinary People, Curious Constructions and the forthcoming Unconventional Vehicles. Each book includes a companion album, and Unusual Creatures was also made into a PBS Digital series, hosted by Hearst. His previous album, Songs For Ice Cream Trucks is currently blared by at least 50 ice cream trucks around the world. And Songs For Fearful Flyers, which includes voice-work by fearful flyer Whoopi Goldberg, has soothed many nervous travelers. Hearst has also composed soundtracks for the movies To Be Takei, Magic Camp, Chicken People, and The Untold Tales of Armistead Maupin among others. Michael Hearst is also a founding member of the band One Ring Zero, who have released nine albums. Hearst has performed and given lectures and workshops at universities, museums, and cultural centers around the world. He has toured with The Magnetic Fields, performed with The Kronos Quartet at Carnegie Hall, and has appeared on such shows as NPR's Fresh Air, A+E's Breakfast With The Arts, and NBC's The Today Show. contact: info@michaelhearst.com