Michael Kagan, M.M

Director of Music Education & Cognitive Wellness

“The beautiful thing about learning is that no one can take it away from you.” – B..B. King

Michael Kagan brings unmatched emotional intelligence, patience, and an innovative approach to Health401k’s mission. With a Master of Music in Classical Guitar Performance and dual Bachelor’s degrees in Education and Classical Guitar Performance, Michael has developed a K-12 classical guitar curriculum in Louisville, KY, that propelled students to national recognition. He specializes in working with exceptionally gifted and neurodiverse students, leveraging his ability to reverse-engineer complex challenges into accessible, manageable milestones.

Michael’s belief in his students before they believe in themselves creates transformative shifts in their confidence and well-being. Aligning with Health401k’s philosophy of non-conventional health investments, Michael champions music education as a vehicle for improving executive function, memory, tonal differentiation, and mental health. His expertise spans the intellectual, emotional, social, and even spiritual dimensions of wellness, making him a powerful advocate for creative approaches to personal growth.
Outside of work, Michael’s passions for cooking, time in nature, and performing live with his wife, Teresa, inspire the same creativity and harmony he brings to his students’ lives.

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