“... I met Michael Gil by chance at a Music festival in Miami. He was doing a one man show. I was so mesmerized I couldn’t leave!!! After his show I talked to him and we hit it off immediately!!! He is now my teacher and close friend, what a blessing!!!!! Any student would be extremely lucky to study with such gifted master musician!…”
Robert Thomas jr. American jazz percussionist and hand drummer. He is known as an innovator in Be-bop and hand drumming, and has been nominated for two Grammy awards.
“... The students and adults at Cleveland Elementary are still talking about your fabulous performance and workshops. They found a Capoeira book in the school library and were so excited to see many of your instruments. Thanks for bringing a bit of the world to us...”
Nikki Schmidt, Music Teacher at Cleveland Elementary, Hillsborough County, Tampa FL
“... Michael has worked with Arts for Learning/Miami for more than 9 years as a teaching artist and has been stellar in every aspect of his service. He has served as a resident artist in our afterschool programs and conducted numerous performances and workshops for students and families. Michael’s depth of knowledge not only in his art form but also in how children learn is superb. He is a veteran who knows how to engage and manage multiple learning environments and students population. His classes and performances are always riveting, educationally meaningful and accessible. His warm and welcoming demeanor along with his artistic expertise captivates all who are fortunate to learn from him...”
Sheila Womble, Arts for Learning/ Miami Executive Director.
“...Ancestry and wisdom through sound. An experience in which you live the presence of the cultures of the world in front of you. A journey through time and connections between sound and humans...”
Betsy, Music Teacher at KLA Academy, Miami FL
“...I had the great fortune of seeing Michael perform live at a music conference in Florida. His out of this world talent and skills just blew me away. His musical abilities and charisma will certainly amaze you like it did me. I am proud to call him my friend and colleague now. He’s a musical force of nature...”
Elsten Torres, Grammy nominee singer, songwriter and producer.
“... Michael is a hardworking and passionate musician and educator. He has led music workshops and presentations in Children’s Alley on an annual basis every November during Miami Book Fair since 2017. He curated and presented the entire musical program of The Rhythm Factory , which consisted of 3 days of continuous activities featuring the presentation of instruments around the world. Not only does Michael offer a truly unique musical education program, but he consistently received high praise from children , parents and staff, with families returning year after year to attend to Michael’s Teaching Artist sessions...”
Lissette Mendez, Miami Book Fair Director of Programming and Strategy