Michael Brook

Michael Brook (born 1951) is a Canadian guitarist, inventor, music producer, and film score composer. Born in Toronto, he studied music and electronics at York University and later worked as an engineer at Grant Avenue Studios.

He is the creator of the Infinite Guitar and has worked across genres including rock, electronic, world music, minimalism, and film soundtracks. His early solo work includes the album Hybrid (1985), which incorporated Indian and African musical elements.

Brook has collaborated with musicians including Brian Eno, Daniel Lanois, Jon Hassell, and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, with whom he worked on albums such as Mustt Mustt and Night Song. He has also worked with artists such as Youssou N'Dour and Pieter Nooten.

He has composed music for films including Into the Wild, Brooklyn, and The Fighter. His work has received nominations, including a Grammy Award and a Golden Globe Award. He has also received ASCAP awards for film scoring.