Miguel began his musical training on piano at the age of four. By age eight, Miguel was learning classical guitar, and by age fifteen began performing professionally. He attended the music school at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas and afterwards, travelled to Spain for a more in depth study of Flamenco guitar. As a performer and educator, Miguel combines Flamenco, Classical and Latin American folk music in his concerts. He has performed all over the US, Spain, Mexico, Egypt, and teaches master classes for universities and guitar societies.