🎶 Music Professional | 35+ Years Experience Versatile Guitarist & Percussionist with an extensive background as a Composer, Arranger, Producer, and Mixer.
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🎶 Music Professional | 35+ Years Experience Versatile Guitarist & Percussionist with an extensive background as a Composer, Arranger, Producer, and Mixer. Skilled across genres including pop, rock, jazz, and classical, with a deep understanding of both live performance and studio production. Known for delivering expressive, high-quality music with precision and creativity.
Under the Streetlight is a hauntingly intimate ballad co-written by Michael Alber, Jonas Anderson, and Edwina Lam. Set against a moody, minimalist groove, the song tells the story of a woman caught between fear and hope, standing alone under the harsh glow of a streetlight. With raw lyricism and a poignant melodic arc, the track captures the quiet resilience of someone waiting for a moment of escape. Honest, cinematic, and emotionally resonant, Under the Streetlight invites listeners into a world where survival is silent—but powerful.
A fiery fusion of soul and rhythm, this instrumental track channels the spirit of Carlos Santana with searing electric guitar melodies and sun-soaked acoustic textures. At its heart pulses a hypnotic Afro-Cuban groove—percussion layers of congas, timbales, and clave driving the rhythm forward with infectious energy. The acoustic guitar lays down earthy, nylon-string motifs, dancing gracefully over the beat, while the electric guitar soars with Santana-style phrasing—smooth, emotive bends and lyrical, singing tone. The result is a cross-cultural journey: part street festival, part spiritual odyssey, and entirely alive with passion. Perfect for a sunset drive, a dramatic film score, or any moment in need of heat and heart. music beat instrumental latin santana
Clocking in at just over a minute, “Charlie Hunter’s Jig” delivers a burst of Celtic energy fused with modern rock sensibilities. The piece opens with an acoustic and electric guitar drone underscored by driving punk rock toms. The song begins with a solo electric guitar playing a traditional jig motif in 6/8, backed by a rhythmic acoustic guitar that lays down the harmonic foundation. As the tune progresses, bodhrán‑style hand percussion and foot stomps join in, adding to the celtic feel. Electric bass and a punchy drum kit lock in with the groove.
From a production standpoint, this track showcases careful layering and dynamic growth. The acoustic instruments are captured with close‑miking techniques to retain warmth and nuance, while the drums and bass are mixed for clarity and impact. Panning and reverb are used to create a spacious soundstage so each element shines without crowding the mix. Originally conceived to accompany a fictional Irish lager commercial, “Charlie Hunter’s Jig” demonstrates both my ability to compose to brief and my versatility in blending traditional folk idioms with modern rock production. Its concise run time makes it well‑suited for commercials, trailers, game menus or any project needing an upbeat, authentic Celtic flavour. music instrumental jingle
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✨ Perfume Commercial | Original Music by Michael Alber ✨
Step into a world of elegance and allure with this captivating perfume commercial, brought to life by a lush, cinematic soundscape. Every note is meticulously composed, arranged, and produced by Michael Alber, delivering a sensory experience as refined and unforgettable as the fragrance itself.
Whether you’re a brand looking for bespoke audio for your campaign or a filmmaker in need of powerful, emotionally-driven scores—this reel is part of a growing portfolio designed to showcase the art of musical storytelling.
🎬 Mangan’s Irish Lager – Demo Reel (Sync Licensing Sample) This video is a creative demo showcasing the sync potential of “Mangan’s Jig” by Michael Alber. Set against a fictional Irish lager brand commercial, it demonstrates how the track supports visual storytelling with energy, authenticity, and cultural richness.
🎥 About This Demo: This is a concept commercial designed to explore the synergy between Irish folk-inspired instrumental music and visual branding. It’s intended for music supervisors, agencies, and filmmakers looking for vibrant, regionally authentic tracks for commercials, film, or branded content.
Founded and operate an independent music production company offering live and studio performance, composition, mixing, and project coordination services.
Perform as a multi-instrumentalist across classical, jazz, pop, rock, and experimental genres in both solo and ensemble settings.
Compose original music for recording artists, film, TV, podcasts, advertising, and live productions.
Mix and produce professional-quality audio with a focus on clarity, emotion, and readiness for commercial release.
Contract and coordinate freelance musicians for recording sessions, live events, and multimedia projects
Oversee project timelines, client communication, and creative collaboration to ensure smooth and successful delivery.
Skilled in Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, and score preparation for studio and stage use.
Education
Bachelor of Music in Professional Music · Berklee College of Music1994 – 2021
Interdisciplinary music studies encompassing music production and engineering, jazz, traditional, and contemporary music composition, arranging, composing for screen, conducting, music education.
Bachelor of Arts in Guitar Performance · Berklee College of Music2022 – 2024
Education in guitar performance styles including rock, jazz, classical, bluegrass, country, and contemporary music. Arrangement for solo jazz guitar. Production techniques for the guitarist.
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