Local Roots, Powering the Largest Free Music Education Movement in the Nation
Someone Believed In Me
The music classroom became the first place where I truly felt seen.
With every rehearsal and performance, my confidence grew. Surrounded by mentors who believed in me, I built friendships and discovered what I was capable of. Most importantly, I began to realize that I mattered.
Not every student gets that opportunity. Many are reminded of what they struggle with instead of being shown what they can achieve.
I used to be that student, until YMU changed my life.
Benjamin Delacruz-German
11th Grade - Young Men's Preparatory Academy
Full-Ride Scholarship Recipient, Interlochen
Good People
Great Experiences
Real Impact
YMU Circle brings together people who love Miami, music, culture, and making a difference.
Join us throughout the year for curated local gatherings immersed in live music, culinary experiences, and the creative spirit of Miami. Share memorable moments with people who care while creating life changing opportunities for young people across our community.
One membership
A year of experiences
A lifetime of impact
A Year Of Experiences
Beyond our signature events, YMU Circle members receive invitations to intimate gatherings and curated experiences that bring them closer to Miami's music, culture, and community.
- ♪ Legend$100,000
- ♬ Rockstar$25,000
- ♪ Headliner$10,000
- ♫ Creator$5,000
- ♬ Artist$3,500
Join YMU Circle. Together, We Can Transform Lives Through Music
$3 Million | 27,500+ Students | 170+ Schools
Your membership helps expand music education across Miami, giving students a place to create, belong, and grow.
Enjoy intimate gatherings and curated experiences connecting you to Miami's music, culture, and community.
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The Community
Powering The Movement
Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Legend
$100,000+
- Dan Lewis & Valerie Dillon
- Doug & Kaisa Levine
- Penchant Giving
- Robert Pittman
Rockstar
$25,000+
- Gans Family
- Greenwald Family
- Meland Family
- Michael & Stephanie Rosen
- Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
- Stephen & Nancy Bernstein
- Vice Mayor Jenifer N. Bailey
Headliner
$10,000+
- Alex & Juliana Krys
- Andrew & Lenni Sue Perry
- Andrew & Noa Kahner
- Ankush & Nimisha Gera
- Ansin Family
- Ashley Bolton & Fazeel Khan
- BMI Broadcast Music
- Charles Nolan
- Chris & Bryana Clementi
- Chris Suarez
- Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins
- Commissioner Micky Steinberg
- Don & Christina Young
- Duane Morris LLP
- Dylan & Karla Dascal
- Eric Kami & Stephanie Davis
- First Horizon Bank
- Greg & Alissa Pool
- Greg & Kim Manocherian
- Gumenick Family
- Gunster
- James Sharp
- Jamie & Lisa Rosenberg
- Jeffrey & Christina Miller
- Jonathan & Jackie Chariff
- Justyn Feldman
- Lauren Walsh
- León Cosgrove Jiménez, LLP
- Leslie Miller Saiontz
- Leslie Zigel
- Louis & Patty Gurkin
- LSN Partners
- Matthew Strauss
- Michael Pulwer
- Mike Newman
- Potamkin Family
- Ray & Zuzka Corral
- Samuel & Danielle Dinte
- Shareef Malnik & Gabrielle Anwar
- The Knight Foundation
- The Shade Group PR
Creator
$5,000+
- Ahmed Bendary
- Amicon Construction
- Atlantic & Pacific Property Management
- Berkadia Real Estate Advisors
- Bill & Molly Ford
- Cecilie Jorgensen
- CMA Foundation
- Commissioner Kionne L. McGhee
- Commissioner Oliver Gilbert
- Councilwoman Linda Julien
- Dacra
- David Handler
- Ernesto Mocci & Gloria Porcella
- Fabio Alexander
- Goldstein & Company
- Gootner Family
- Greenberg Traurig, P.A.
- Gustavo Sorzano & Andrea Botero
- Ivana Zakoworotny
- Jacob Toll
- Judy Golson
- Lindsey Wolfson
- Lisa Martinez
- Lisa Sayfie
- Madeline Escudero
- Miami Padel Club
- Michael Payne & Tracy Davies
- Mick & Jaqueline Duchon
- Nicholas & Francesca DeStefane
- NJP Legal Group PLLC
- Paragon Development LLC
- Paul Dinte
- Robert & Dawn Friedlander
- Sound Royalties
- Steve Novick
- The Miami Foundation
- Todd Michaels
Artist
$3,500+
- Alan Axelrod & Flavia Koehler
- Anthony Abraham
- Boiche Companies
- Carl Linder & Robin Weiner
- Colin Gates & Beverly Cheong
- James & Shelly Orlowsky
- JB Aleman
- Jeremy & Astrid Arditi
- Marina Zorrilla
- Paul & Liangy Calli
- Robert Eskew
Our Next Chapter
2027 - 2028 School Year
-
27,500+
Students Served
Each Week - 170+ Schools
-
100+
Trained
Teachers -
60,753
Hours
of Instruction
How We Transform Lives & Communities Through Music
YMU combines direct music education, opportunities beyond the classroom, community collaboration, and data driven advocacy to create lasting change.
In-School
Music
Education
Where transformation begins
We build and sustain high quality music programs in public schools by providing the educators, curriculum, instruments, and support students need to thrive.
After-School
& Career
Development
Where opportunity expands
We prepare students for college, careers, and life through performance, mentorship, leadership, internships, and real world experiences.
Arts
Coalition
Building
Where communities work together
We unite schools, nonprofits, government, philanthropy, and community partners to expand access to music and arts education across Miami Dade County.
Impact
Measurement
and Advocacy
Where results create lasting change
We use data, research, and storytelling to demonstrate impact, drive investment, influence policy, and create long term systems change.
The Mission in Action
Music Changes What Happens Inside the Classroom & Beyond It
- 45% Stronger Performance in English Language Arts.
- 20% Reduction in Chronic Absenteeism and Tardiness
- 84% Demonstrated Stronger Mathematics Performance
- 88% Increased Motivation to Do Well Academically
Results include YMU student outcome data and independent analysis of more than 20,000 Miami Dade County Public Schools students.
The Stories
Behind The Numbers
Trinity Wright
I may not choose music as a career, but I definitely want to keep it in my life. I want to continue learning new songs and playing throughout school and beyond, even if it's just as a hobby.
Together, We Can Transform 27,500+ Students Through Music
Every student deserves a place to create, belong, and discover what they are capable of.
Join the people making that possible.
As a YMU Circle member, you'll be invited to intimate gatherings and curated experiences that bring you closer to Miami's music, culture, and community.
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Together, we are building a future where every child in Miami Dade County Public Schools has access to high quality music education.