Michael Charles Smith, a marimba soloist, composer, and teacher, has been performing his original compositions for the past 12 years throughout the Pacific Northwest.  Although marimba was a relatively unfamiliar instrument to many, Michael has introduced scores of listeners to the aural and visual treat that marimba provides and has developed quite a following in the process.  This gifted musician and inspired composer recently completed a long awaited album of twenty of his original compositions titled Melodies for Wooden Children.  Inspired by a dream, this concept album is the soundtrack for a children’s story using the listeners’ imagination. Michael’s command of his instrument and haunting melodies will linger in your heart.