Grammy-Winner Jon Secada Joins FIU Wertheim School of Music Faculty

We are excited to announce that Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Jon Secada will join our faculty this spring, bringing his extraordinary expertise and legacy of global success to FIU!

Last Thursday, Director Karen Veloz shared the news during Career Thursdays where students and faculty gathered to hear about his upcoming course in Live Performance and Stagecraft—a groundbreaking addition to our music program.

With three Grammy Awards (including a Latin Grammy), over 20 million albums sold, and a career that spans chart-topping bilingual hits, international tours, and lead roles on Broadway, Secada’s contributions promise to bring invaluable professional insights to our students. His course is set to deepen FIU’s commitment to hands-on music training, equipping students with essential skills to thrive in diverse and competitive performance settings.

Jon Secada’s addition to our faculty reaffirms our dedication to cultivating the next generation of music industry leaders and to creating fresh, impactful opportunities for our students and the South Florida community.

Stay tuned as FIU’s Wertheim School of Music continues to innovate, expand, and make a lasting impact on the arts!

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.

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.

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!

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.

A Look Back on the FIU Music Festival!

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