Biography
Mark Bulmer is a self-taught pianist, composer, performer, and producer of original cinematic solo piano music for tv, film, video games, soundtracks and content - including YouTube history channels with millions of views. (Licensing info). As a recording artist he has released five original solo piano albums - the latest being Imperium in March 2025.
Mark's early focus was on chess which he learned at just six years of age. He soon won numerous adult open tournaments and multi-board exhibition games, on a path to challenge for Masters levels while still a teenager. However at 13, he stopped playing chess altogether to concentrate on soccer. A prolific goalscorer at youth level he was scouted by professional English teams. But, a serious injury at 19 ended any career prospects, so he moved to Florida to attend college.
To deal with the frustration of surgery and rehabilitation, Mark began teaching himself the piano. Within weeks he had composed and memorized several original piano solos. His music was so well received that he soon received offers to perform at weddings and local hotels. After a number of successful appearances at prestigious venues such as The Peabody, The Plaza, The Swan and Dolphin; he landed a full-time, six night per week, residence at The Buena Vista Palace.
For the next three years, he completed more than 1000 performances of his original music to audiences from around the world. He has since also appeared at the Napoleon in Rome and Bechstein in New York City.
Mark has been the subject of several articles and interviews including Jam Magazine, Lifestyle Magazine & most recently as a special guest on Europe's One World Music Radio where two of his piano solos, Rubicon & Spellbound, both entered the Top 40 (March 2025). Although most likened to George Winston, his personal music taste is very diverse and ranges from classical to progressive metal. His biggest influences are Mozart & Pink Floyd; Whereas his favorite bands are Tool, Opeth and Gojira.
To date, he has composed, recorded and produced five original piano solo albums. Images was released in 1996 as a CD. After the Storm, originally a five track demo tape, was released in April 2013 as a 20th Anniversary edition with four bonus tracks, followed by Kōan (2017). All three albums were remastered and re-released with all new cover art in 2023, along with a compilation album The Best of Mark Bulmer. Later in 2023 came his fourth original album Paradigm Shift. His most recent album Imperium (March 2025) showcases his love of Ancient Rome and cinematic themes.
Beyond music, Mark’s passions include sports, weightlifting, shooting and mixed martial arts. An avid Historian, he is the creator, editor, producer and host of a popular history series. He also just began work on a brand new Ancient Rome documentary series and podcast. Mark also plays guitar and occasionally sings and records cover songs just for fun.
