Michael Havens

A prolific performer and phenom on the acoustic guitar, Mike Havens may bring to mind images of musicians ranging from Michael Hedges and Tim Reynolds to Eddie Van Halen and Andres Segovia. Starting young at age twelve, Mike has established himself as a "don't miss" and "must-see-to-believe" act that stuns audiences time and again. With an undergraduate degree from Radford University and a Masters from the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, Mike has cultivated steady performance gigs as both a classical and contemporary musician.

Mike's initial inspiration for focusing on the realm of acoustic guitar came from a dream he had to manipulate the instrument in a way no one had before. In a recent interview, Mike put it like this, "I see this as a way to bring thoughts and emotions to sounds." With a true passion for artistically valid music, Mike incorporates all the harmonic, melodic, and percussive possibilities of the acoustic guitar into compositions which comprehensively reflect his diverse musical influences and interests.

Already an accomplished performer in regional markets, Mike has displayed his talents at numerous clubs, festivals, and campuses. Operating as a dedicated instructor and performer, Mike possesses a professional air generally associated with more seasoned veterans of the market.

Mike Havens is one act that should not be passed up, and is not passed up by those who have borne witness to this young talent. With his desire for perfection and polished musical ability, one can rest assured that any performance by Mike Havens will be a performance to remember.