Performing Ensembles
Our ensembles offer beginner to advanced students the chance to grow through live performance in styles like jazz and rock. With a focus on collaboration and stage experience, each group helps musicians sharpen their skills while performing in real-world settings.
Real World Experiences
YMU provides career-building opportunities that prepare students for college, scholarships, and jobs in the music industry.
Our after-school programs serve as a workforce development pipeline, equipping students with the technical skills, industry knowledge, and professional experience needed to secure employment or pursue higher education in music. Through hands-on training in performance, production, and music business, students graduate with competitive portfolios that strengthen college applications and scholarship eligibility.
Beyond musical development, YMU fosters academic success and career readiness by offering mentorship and tutoring. Students receive guidance on college applications, audition preparation, and industry networking, ensuring they are fully prepared to transition into higher education or professional careers in music, arts, and media.
Miami Beach Rock Ensemble
Classic & Modern Rock
Location
Advanced
Level
-
Directors: Sammy Gonzalez Zeira, Michael McNamee, A.J. Hill
Grades: 9-12
Schedule: Tuesday / Thursday
Auditions: Keyboard & Drummer Slots Open
YMU Jazz Collective
Contemporary Jazz & Lounge
Location
Advanced
Level
-
Directors: Zach Lamer
Grades: 9-12
Schedule: Monday
Auditions: Rolling (Pending Slots)
Not Yet Published
Modern Rock
Location
Advanced
Level
-
Directors: Sammy Gonzalez Zeira
Grades: 9-12
Schedule: Sunday
Auditions: April-August
Avalanche
Modern Rock
Location
Advanced
Level
-
Director: Sammy Gonzalez Zeira
Grades: 9-12
Schedule: Sunday
Auditions: April-August
4Tune
Lounge, Pop, Jazz
Location
Advanced
Level
-
Director: Noah Orlowsky
Grades: 9-12
Schedule: Sunday
Auditions: Rolling
Undercover
Party, Disco, Dance, & Pop
Location
Advanced
Level
-
Director: Zach Lamer, Theo Braun, Vivian Vall
Grades: 11-12
Schedule: N/A
Auditions: Closed
Miami Beach Fusion Ensemble
Funk, Fusion, & Disco
Location
Intermediate
Level
-
Director: A.J. Hill
Grades: 9-12
Schedule: Monday / Wednesday
Auditions: Rolling
YMU Lounge Band
Lounge, Pop, & Jazz
Location
Intermediate
Level
-
Director: Pedro Diaz
Grades: 8-12
Schedule: Sunday
Auditions: Rolling
Nautilus Rock Ensemble
Rock ‘n’ Roll
Location
Beginner–Intermediate
Level
-
Directors: Taylor Vega
Grades: 6-8
Schedule: Tuesday / Wednesday
Auditions: Rolling
Fienberg Fisher Rock Ensemble
Rock ‘n’ Roll
Location
Beginner/Intermediate
Level
-
Directors: Eric Pinzales, Gabriela Rios
Grades: 6-8
Schedule: Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday
Auditions: Rolling