Michael Udow

Michael Udow was a versatile percussionist, composer, and educator whose dynamic career blended classical innovation with a deep love for rhythmic exploration. As a longtime professor at the University of Michigan, he became a foundational figure in percussion pedagogy, shaping generations of musicians through his inventive teaching methods and original compositions. His works, like the evocative *Reflections: Seven Orchestral Works* and the playful *Over the Moon*, often fused theatricality with technical precision, earning him a reputation for pushing percussion into fresh sonic territories. He also championed historic repertoire, as heard in releases like *Historic Works for Percussion Ensemble (1931-1942)*, while collaborating with icons like composer William Albright, whom he honored in *Albright Organ Music Vol. 1*.

Udow’s creativity extended beyond the concert hall—he composed for dance, theater, and even children’s programming, infusing his music with wit and accessibility. Pieces like *Coyote Dreams* and *Imaginary Landscape* showcase his knack for storytelling through percussion, blending traditional instruments

Genres

Experimental

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Avant-garde

Soundtrack

Minimalism

Chamber Music

Latest Release

Reflections: Seven Orchestral Works

Michael Udow•

Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra

Album - 7 Tracks - Released October 2, 2015