Dr. Misha Galaganov, Professor of Viola at TCU, is a well-known performer and educator. He has brought to light many unknown and forgotten works for viola, uncovered in his research, and premiered music written for him by many important composers, including Eric Ewazen, Elena Sokolovski, Richard Lavenda, and others. In addition to his teaching, performing and coordinating duties, Galaganov is a researcher, arranger, and presenter who is actively engaged in summarizing his pedagogical ideas in articles, videos, and books. Many of his former students have successful solo, teaching, and orchestra careers in the USA, Asia, Europe, and Latin America.