Michael Whalen
Biography Michael Whalen
Michael Whalen
is a versatile and accomplished 2X Emmy Award-winning composer, music supervisor, recording artist, and producer whose work spans multiple genres and mediums. The huge number, namely over a billion streams since 2015, speaks of Whalen’s influence in the music world over the years. During his renowned career, he has touched countless projects that contain diverse kinds of works from TV shows and films to commercial jingles. With all his intricate creations, he has earned global recognition among the international audience. In his creative journey, we see a strong dedication to his craft, a long list of honors like a BMI award and a Global Music Gold award, besides the regular Emmy accolades.
Two dominant characteristics that stand out in Whalen’s musical career are his diverse interests and an assortment of skills. In addition to his musical accomplishments, Whalen has also lived a colorful life with a few interesting dimensions. Notably, an unexpected stint saw him dressed up as a clown in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade for 11 years. He is not only a gifted pianist but also an avid fitness enthusiast. He has taught at four colleges, including NYU, Berklee, City College of NY, and The New School. A natural curiosity to explore the depths of music on his piano has propelled his career over the years, facilitating a long list of achievements and inspiring several other creative initiatives.
