At Allegro, Michael is dedicated to helping each student discover confidence and creativity through drum lessons. With 8 years of teaching and 10 years of performance experience, he guides students at every level with patience and encouragement.

Michael earned a Bachelors of Music Education and Performance Certificate at Shenandoah University, a Masters of Music in Percussion from James Madison University, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Music Arts at the University of Arizona. He specializes in teaching all styles and ages, as well as Musical Theatre.

Beyond the classroom, he enjoys pet-sitting.