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Michael Galisatus serves as Lecturer at Stanford University specializing in Jazz Ensemble, while concurrently holding the position of Professor of Music and Director of Bands at College of San Mateo where he directs college big bands and wind ensemble.
His academic credentials include:
- M.A. in Music Education from San Francisco State University (2004)
- BA in Trumpet Performance from San Jose State University (1979)
A distinguished jazz educator and performer, Galisatus focuses on jazz pedagogy, ensemble direction, and trumpet performance. His career spans award-winning high school and university programs, with international recognition as a guest conductor at venues including Monterey Jazz Festival and Stanford Jazz Workshop across Japan, China, and Scandinavia.
His exceptional contributions to music education have been honored with:
- California Music Educators Association Jazz Educator of the Year
- CMEA Bay Section Outstanding Jazz Educator Award
- Peninsula Arts Council Arts Educator of the Year
- Otter Distributors 2004 Jazz Educator Award
- California PTA Honorary Service Award
- CMEA Bay Section Gil Freitas Memorial Award
As an active mentor, Galisatus has shaped generations of musicians through ensemble direction at College of San Mateo and prior institutions. His professional trumpet career features collaborations with jazz legends including Tito Puente, Natalie Cole, and The Temptations.
He leads the Stanford-affiliated jazz program and College of San Mateo's renowned wind ensembles, maintaining active performance schedules across academic and professional venues.
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