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Director: Michael Gallagan

Michael Gallagan is a versatile musician with a passion for education and performance. Graduating with a Bachelor of Music from Boston University’s College of Fine Arts in 2011, Michael specialized in Music Education with a concentration in voice. During his time at BU, he had the honor of conducting the Boston University Choral Society and showcased his talents as a soloist on multiple occasions.

 

With a rich background in choral music, Michael has performed several times at Boston’s prestigious Symphony Hall with the Boston University Symphonic Chorus under the esteemed direction of Dr. Anne Howard Jones. Currently in his 9th year as the Choral Director at Alvirne High School in Hudson, NH, Michael also holds the position of Music Director at Main Street United Methodist Church in Nashua, NH.  Michael is active in the American Choral Directors Association where he serves as the chair of the New Hampshire chapter and has been nominated for Choral Director of the Year, contributing significantly to the vocal jazz community in New England.

 

While classically trained, Michael's love for all musical genres led him to appear in numerous professional musical theater productions across Massachusetts and New Hampshire. He is a sought-after jazz vocalist and pianist, delighting audiences throughout New England. Notably, Michael has been featured in concerts with The Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra.  Recognized for his talent and dedication, Michael received a New York Voices Scholarship in 2018 to attend their prestigious summer intensive at Ithaca College in New York. 

 

Boston Jazz Voices welcomed Michael as our new Director in January of 2024 where he continues to inspire through his music and leadership.

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