Michael Foster is a saxophonist, curator, and multi-instrumentalist whose work explores the overlap between improvisation and queer relational practices. His saxophonic work combines a broad tone inspired by the jazz tradition with extensive instrumental preparations (such as balloons, vibrators, amplification, etc). His current projects include The Ghost, Michael Foster with Strings, The New York Review of Cocksucking, duo with Ted Byrnes, trio with Christian Weber & Michael Griener, as well as myriad projects with Ben Bennett, Leila Bordreuil, Lydia Lunch, Sean Meehan, William Parker, Marina Rosenfeld, Nate Wooley, Brandon López, Sarah Hennies, and countless others. As a curator, he co-founded Queer Trash with Richard Kamerman, as well as Outlier with Brandon López, and many more.

No Idea 2025 performances:
* Established duo with double bassist Brandon López (Friday, October 24)
* Established duo with electronic musician Richard Kamerman (Saturday night, October 25)
* First-time duo with double bassist Juan García (Sunday, October 26)