David Van Tieghem is an acclaimed American composer, percussionist, and sound designer renowned for his innovative use of everyday objects as percussion instruments. Born in Washington, D.C., and raised in Ridgewood, New Jersey, he studied under percussion pioneers Justin DiCioccio and Paul Price. Van Tieghem has collaborated with a diverse array of artists, including Laurie Anderson, Brian Eno, David Byrne, and Steve Reich. His solo performances have graced prestigious venues worldwide, such as Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. A recipient of the 2007 Guggenheim Fellowship in Music Composition, his work spans theater, dance, film, and television, reflecting a dynamic and boundary-pushing musical career. ([vantieghem.com](https://www.vantieghem.com/bio?utm_source=openai))