Biography
Mark Bulmer is a self-taught pianist, composer, performer, and producer of solo piano music for TV, film, video games, soundtracks and content - including YouTube history channels with millions of views. As a recording artist he has released five original solo piano albums, the latest being Imperium in March 2025.
His early focus was on chess, which he learned at six years of age. He won several adult tournaments and multi-board exhibition games, on a path toward master-levels. But, at 13, he stopped playing chess to concentrate on soccer, where he was eventually scouted by professional teams. After injury ended his career early at 19, he moved to Florida to attend college.
During recovery from surgery, he taught himself piano in just three weeks and immediately started creating his own music. He began performing professionally soon after, appearing at weddings and distinguished venues including The Peabody, The Plaza, and The Buena Vista Palace, where he held a long-term residency.
He has been the subject of several articles and interviews, including Jam Magazine and Lifestyle Magazine. He appeared as a special guest on Europe’s One World Music Radio, where two of his piano solos, Rubicon and Spellbound, both entered the Top 40 in March 2025.
His latest album, Imperium (2025), is a stark powerful journey through the rise and fall of the Roman Republic. It adds to a body of work that explores history, philosophy, and the unknown. Previous releases include Paradigm Shift (2023), Koan (2017), After the Storm (2013), and Images (1996).
Mark's music is available at all reputable platforms. In 2025, he became the latest artist to pull his entire catalog from Spotify due to their policies and behavior toward independent musicians. Read more about that here.
Although often likened to George Winston, his musical taste is diverse, ranging from classical to progressive metal. His main influences are Mozart and Pink Floyd, while his favorite bands include Tool, Opeth, and Gojira.
A polymath and avid reader, his studies include Roman history, quantum mechanics, and simulation theory. He has also maintained a lifelong dedication to weight training and fitness.
