Michael Singer was born and raised in New Mexico. He is a graduate of the Idyllwild Arts Academy in California and holds a Bachelor's degree from New England Conservatory, Master's degree from Boston University, and a Doctorate from Rutgers University.

Michael has been fortunate to perform with orchestras internationally including: New York Philharmonic, Israel Philharmonic, Seoul Philharmonic, Singapore Philharmonic, and the Hong Kong Philharmonic.

He currently holds the position of Principal Timpanist with the New Haven Symphony Orchestra, Hudson Valley Philharmonic, and is the Principal Percussionist with the Palm Beach Opera in Florida.