Michael Hamblin made his entrance on the world stage in San Francisco, California.   He began tap dancing as a youngster which eventually led to performing in summer stock, community theatre, and a gig with Disney that came to an end when college became his paramount focus.  College introduced Michael to multicultural dance and music, an avocation that has since taken him around the world as a performer and teacher of music and dance.   Michael has been the UMEA Elementary Music Teacher of the Year, a music consultant with the Utah State Office of Education, and National Consultant for Silver Burdett music publishers.  He has been on the dance faculties at BYU, Colorado State, Bowling Green State, and currently is “semi-retired” at Weber State University.  He has written “teacher friendly” publications in both dance and music enthusiastically bringing the performing arts to Utah students and educators.  Over a span of years Michael earned a BS in Education, BA and MA in modern dance and music education, an ABD in musical theatre, and a PhD in Performing Arts.   

Michael has a variety of programs he can bring to schools and groups, including the following:  

Pioneer Dances: Few people know that the pioneers who arrived in Utah danced their way across the prairie.here they continued to gather and dance with several rural Utah communities still enjoying old pioneer dances. The dances represent a unique aspect of Utah culture.
Multicultural Dances: All around the world people dance, often for the same reasons but never in the same way. Exploring cultures of the world, many of them the homeland of immigrants who arrived in the United States and eventually Utah, is a fascinating way to learn about other people and their customs. Moving to the Masters: Western composers have created an incredible repertory of classical music, some of which is energetic and dance-able. For young listeners sitting still and trying to understand complex music is a non-starter. Engaging in fun activities that inspire their listening is a guarantee of successful listening.
Music Songs and Games: Music education is an enriching opportunity to invite children to enjoy the world around them.Songs exist as a celebration of life and to help develop an appreciation the many different ways people chose to enjoy their encounters.Whether holidays and special occasions, seasons, or for social gatherings, there a song for every opportunity.