Michael Panepento was born and raised in Buffalo, New York. He received bacholor degrees in Music Education and performance from The State University of New York at Fredonia and has taught both junior high and college level curriculum.

As a music professional(drummer/sound engineer) for the past twenty years, Michael has performed and toured with acts such as The Temptations, The Four Tops, The Alabama Symphony Orchestra, Jesus Christ Superstar and The Commodores, among others.

As an active professional in the music business, Michael works as a production/stage manager for major artists and music festivals throughout the country. In addition, as an audio engineer/producer, he has produced and engineered more than two dozen records, movie soundtracks, and countless radio and television commercials.

For 5 years, Michael was the Operations Director/Talent Buyer of the WorkPlay Media Complex in Birmingham, Alabama, where he administered to all audio /video operations and talent purchases. He is currently the president of his own artist management/development company.

Michael's knowledge and experience in education, music, and business serve as a strong foundation for directing and developing the Music For Students program and its postive influence on the youth of today.