Opening Night with Habana Sax! Friday, October 25 at 7:30PM Kick off the FIU Music Festival with the vibrant sounds of Habana Sax! This internationally acclaimed ensemble brings the pulse of Cuban culture to life, blending the vibrant rhythms of cha-cha-chá, mambo, rumba, danzón, bolero, salsa, and more with the rich textures of Latin jazz and pure jazz. Their performances invite the audience to feel the beat, move with the music, and experience the essence of Cuba. Videos on IG! |
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All Stars Jazz! Saturday, October 26 at 7:30PM Don’t miss the ultimate Miami jazz experience in Miami! For one night only, a star-studded lineup brings together Grammy-winning artists and FIU’s top student ensembles for an unforgettable night of Jazz. Featuring Alfredo Chacón on vibraphone and percussion, Julio Montalvo on trombone, Yan Carlos Artime on piano, and Thommy Lowry on trumpet, this powerhouse performance is backed by the FIU Latin Jazz Ensemble, directed by Michael Eckroth, and the FIU Jazz Big Band, led by Aldo Salvent. |
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Ryan Chan, Organ Sunday, October 27 at 3:00PM Join us for an extraordinary performance by Ryan Chan, one of the most dynamic young organists on the international stage, as part of the FIU Music Festival, presented in partnership with the Tri County American Guild of Organists. Don't miss this opportunity to witness Ryan' brilliance on FIU's Sydell Ida Wertheim Organ, one of the largest in Southeast Florida! |
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A Chamber Music Celebration with Amernet String Quartet, Clive Greensmith, and Lawrence Dutton Friday, November 1 at 7:30PM This is a rare opportunity to witness these world-class musicians perform together in an extraordinary program that will captivate and inspire! Experience an evening of unparalleled chamber music mastery as the Amernet String Quartet, FIU's acclaimed Artist-in-Residence ensemble, is joined by two towering figures in the classical music world: cellist Clive Greensmith, formerly of the legendary Tokyo Quartet, and Lawrence Dutton, former violist of the 9-time Grammy winning Emerson String Quartet. |
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From the New World and Latin America Saturday, November 2 at 7:30PM Prepare for a thrilling evening as the FIU Symphony Orchestra conducted by the dynamic Javier José Mendoza, brings together two monumental works that bridge the sounds of the Americas. This concert will take you on a journey from the wide-open plains of Dvořák’s America to the mystical, ancient rituals of Revueltas’ Mexico. |
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Modern Music with Banyan Percussion Quartet Sunday, November 3 at 2:00PM Banyan Quartet brings their passion for high-level artistry and deep connection to their community to every performance. With a mission to engage audiences with honesty and vulnerability, they craft musical experiences that resonate with the heart of Miami. Come feel the energy, feel the connection, and let BANYAN Quartet show you the power of percussion! |
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Kings, Queens, & Thieves Friday, November 8 at 8:00PM Saturday, November 9 at 2:00pm & 8:00pm Step into a world of grandeur, intrigue, and daring escapades with “Kings, Queens, and Thieves,” a spectacular musical theater review that weaves together the tales of royalty and rogues. This enchanting evening will star Broadway's Jelani Remy, Meghan Murphy, also known as “Big Red,” and the Herbert and Nicole Wertheim School of Music’s very own musical theater majors. Together they will take you on a journey through the ages, celebrating the timeless allure of majestic rulers and cunning outlaws. |
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A Look Back on the Music Festival! |
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Jazz Party Kickoff with Delfeayo Marsalis, 2022 |
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Encore with Alfredo Rodriguez Trio, 2018 |
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Orchestral world premiere of the Cuban National Anthem, 2021 |
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