Through my experience as a pianist, composer, and instructor both privately and at the University of North Texas, I've helped scores of musicians find a fast-track to their goals—helping them to feel confident and capable both with their craft and in life.

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As a music educator, I’ve noticed a gap in traditional teaching models that often fail to provide the exploration and ongoing support needed when learning improvised music. 

Through these experiences I’ve discovered new methods that help students learn the music they love the most. 

Students shouldn't have to...
- Wait until their next lesson to get the help they need​
- Be bored with the music they're learning
- Feel intimidated when trying new things
- Dread practicing
- Learn music without support
- Be driven by external motivators
- Feel limited by their curriculum

 

In my innovative private music program, The Elemental Music Collective, you will level up your craft, find direction in your development, and achieve freedom in creativity. 

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The Elemental Music Collective

Piano and Keyboard Performance

Michael is a sought-after performer in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Click the button below to book Michael for your upcoming event!

Composition and Arranging

Michael is an award-winning composer-arranger, and has written works for large jazz ensemble, orchestra, and projects for film and media. Click the button below to hire him for your next upcoming project!

Recording and music Production

Michael records and produces at his home studio in Denton, TX. Click below to hire for your next recording project!

"Michael helped improve my confidence and give me the foundation I needed."

Landon Whitworth
Former Student, Percussionist, Music Therapist

Michael was an awesome Piano teacher! As a percussionist with a Bachelor's degree, I was interested in learning jazz piano. Michael helped refresh my fundamentals on the instrument, improve my confidence and give me the foundation I needed to start on my jazz piano journey. He also had a plethora of resources to help me as I continue moving forward. I would recommend Michael for any student wanting to become a better pianist and especially those interested in jazz.

"Michael has helped me focus my goals in the right direction. I would highly recommend [him]."

Dr. Landon Bell
Current Student, Dentist

Michael is an amazing musician and fantastic instructor. I have learned so much during my time with him and he has helped me focus my goals in the right direction. I have had a few piano teachers, and his knowledge of theory and his ability to teach it is amazing. I would highly recommend Michael as a piano teacher for any skill level.

He immediately brought energy and fun into our house and set the tone for a fabulous party!

Rachel Wilcox
Client

I hired Michael to play the piano in our home during a small private party. He immediately brought energy and fun into our house and set the tone for a fabulous party! He played anything and everything we asked. Amazingly talented. He was so good we hired him to stay an extra hour! I will definitely be using Michael again. Thank you for the perfect evening.