When They Perform, They Transform
At Miami Music Project, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to discover their potential, regardless of their family's financial circumstances. Through the power of music, we are transforming lives, strengthening communities, and helping the next generation of leaders thrive.
Our tuition-free Children's Orchestras Program provides children and youth across Miami-Dade County with access to high-quality music education, mentorship, and opportunities for personal growth. Five days a week, students gather at seven program locations in Miami Gardens, Central Miami-Dade, Miami Springs, Miami Beach, Little Havana, Little Haiti, and Homestead, where they receive intensive music instruction, homework support, nutritious snacks, and guidance from dedicated professional Teaching Artists.
With up to 576 hours of instruction annually, students learn far more than how to play an instrument. Through ensemble rehearsals, performances, and collaboration with their peers, they build confidence, discipline, teamwork, leadership, and resilience—essential skills that prepare them for success in school and beyond.
ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
AND POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Throughout the year, our young musicians share their talents with families and the broader community through performances at schools and renowned venues, including the New World Center, FIU's Wertheim Performing Arts Center, and the Miami Beach Bandshell. Each performance is a celebration of their accomplishments, the pride of their families, and the transformative power of music.
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CELEBRATING THE CLASS OF 2026
Miami Music Project Class of 2026 includes 12 graduating seniors, all of whom are continuing on to higher education this fall, an achievement that reflects their dedication, perseverance, and the support of our community, including donors like you. |
This Give Miami Day, you can be part of their journey. Your generosity helps keep our programs tuition-free, ensuring more children have access to the instruments, instruction, mentorship, and opportunities they need to reach their full potential.
Because when they perform, they don't just make music.
They transform their futures.
Miami Music Project uses music as an instrument for social transformation, empowering children to acquire values and achieve their full potential, positively affecting their society through the study and performance of music.
A model for music education programs nationally, Miami Music Project offers free of charge, after-school programming to all students with no barriers to entry, regardless of race or economic status. As of today, Miami Music Project has reached 34,000 children and youth across Miami-Dade County, becoming one of the largest socially transformative music initiatives in the US.
"Learning music made me comfortable with who I am. Like a puzzle piece, I fit perfectly in an orchestra!" - Camila, 10, Oboe
Organization name
Miami Music Project
Tax id (EIN)
26-4084871
Mission Category
Education & Youth
Program Site Locations
Homestead, Miami: Little Haiti, Miami: Little Havana, Miami Beach, Miami Springs
Annual Operating Budget
$2,500,000 - $4,999,999
Primary Population Served
Black/African American/African, Hispanic/Latino/Latina/Latinx, Low-Income Individuals/Families
Address
101 NW 8th St. Ste 200