Mike Marino is an American composer and musician. From his film scores and music for media to his percussion ensemble compositions and arrangements, Mike’s musical works are premiering all over the world. In 2012 Mike co-composed the score to Guinness World Record holding film, The Owner, to which they earned a Jerry Goldsmith Award Finalist nomination at the Cordoba International Film Music Festival. In addition to his film and media composition projects, Mike also worked with 7-time WGI Percussion World Class ensemble INFINITY Percussion, serving as Battery Coordinator for three years and Ensemble Composer/Arranger for an additional three years.
As a professional musician Mike is well-versed in many forms of world, orchestral, electronic, and marching/rudimental percussion. Having served as a musician for The Walt Disney Company, SeaWorld Orlando, the Orlando Magic’s “Rhythm ‘N Blue” drumline, the Crossmen Drum & Bugle Corps, and many other ensembles, Mike is a proud endorser of Vic Firth Sticks & Mallets, Sticktape.com, and Pageantry Arts Concepts. He is also a Dynasty Drums Performing Artist. Mike currently resides in Orlando, Fl. with his wife and two children.