Michael Genese [dʒə-nis] (he/they) is a composer, educator, and multi-instrumentalist.Genese’s work asks how sonic, artistic, and educational mediums can reveal new understandings of the self, and how intersectionality in our thinking can be fostered through music. They hold degrees in Music Education, Vocal Performance, and Music Composition, having studied with Timo Andres, Han Lash, and Missy Mazzoli. Genese is an Artist Ambassador with the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU), a co-producer for The Choral Commons, and founding member of VOICES 21C. They teach violin, piano, and voice lessons in New York City. http://michaelgenese.com | @michael_genese