- Michael Savela was born in December of 1986 with End Stage Renal Disease. He had virtually no kidney function and was likely to die shortly after birth. Nevertheless, after dialysis, two kidney transplants, 20 surgeries, and most importantly, the grace of God, Michael overcame these and many other adversities. He now lives an active, thriving and fulfilling life. What God did not give him—functional kidneys—He blessed him in other ways. God gave Michael the gift of music, and a talent for motivating others to overcome adversity.
- Michael Savela became interested in the piano when he was five years old. At seven, Michael began taking piano lessons where he quickly fell in love with the feel and the sound of the instrument. He was later encouraged by one of his music teachers to learn the pipe organ as well. Michael now plays both the piano and the pipe organ. "Although I play the organ, the piano will always be my favorite instrument," Michael says.
- After graduating from Birmingham-Southern College, Michael continues to write, play, and record professionally. With a combination of musical talent, and overcoming his challenges, Michael has also developed a niche in motivational speaking. With this passion for motivating others through music, Michael has had numerous speaking engagements both large and small, including addressing participants at the National Transplant Olympic Games. He is most comfortable when he can combine his music with his story about overcoming adversity.
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