songwriter • composer • performer • musical adventurer
Steve Horelick is an Emmy-nominated songwriter, composer, producer, and music technologist best known for creating the iconic Reading Rainbow theme, “Butterfly in the Sky.”
His music has been featured across hundreds of television episodes and films and performed by a wide range of acclaimed artists and broadcast platforms. Known for blending memorable songwriting with innovative electronic sound design—most notably through his pioneering work with Buchla synthesizers—Steve continues to expand his catalog’s creative reach across film, television, and emerging media.
From emotionally resonant songs to immersive electronic performances, Steve’s work lives at the intersection of melody, storytelling, and technology—always driven by curiosity, connection, and the power of sound to open new possibilities.
