Music

Join us on Ocean Drive on September 8th for a performance from South Beach Chamber Ensemble as part of the Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series, a free, weekly concert series presented by the Ocean Drive Association. Pack a picnic blanket or lawn chair to stake out your seat on the lawn. Showtime is 6:00 PM. These events take place in Lummus Park between 14th Street and 14th Place. Rainy-day location inside The Betsy Hotel!

Join us on Ocean Drive on September 1st for a free performance from pianist Markus Gottschlich as part of the Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series, a free, weekly concert series presented by the Ocean Drive Association. Pack a picnic blanket or lawn chair to stake out your seat on the lawn. Showtime is 6:00 PM. These event take place in Lummus Park between 14th Street and 14th Place. Rainy-day location inside The Betsy Hotel!

The Los Angeles League of Musicians are an instrumental trio who blend the sounds of cumbia, 60s soul ballads and classic romantic boleros. Theirs is the sound of favorite songs on the car radio, rocking backyard parties and dance clubs, blended with the guitar-driven twang of Peruvian chicha and Bakersfield County, and the laid-back aesthetic of LA. They are touring in support of their debut release in August on Verve Records. Costumes or Formalwear encouraged for this special Halloween Weekend concert! Presented by Rhythm Foundation.

The Miami Symphony Orchestra and its Music Director & Conductor Eduardo Marturet invite you to join us for the extraordinary 2024-2025 season of the Official Symphony Orchestra of the City of Miami. Starting with our Grand Season Opening at Knight Concert Hall on November 3rd at 6:00 pm. Be enchanted by the vibrant Dvorak’s Symphony No. 7 in D minor, the captivating "Piano Concerto in G major" by Maurice Ravel featuring pianist Andreas Boyde, and to end the night the mesmerizing Ravel’s "Bolero" all under the masterful baton of conductor Eduardo Marturet. Then, mark your calendars for "A Frederic Chopin Celebration" on February 9th at 6:00 pm, featuring renowned pianist Kevin Kenner and a dazzling repertoire of Chopin's timeless masterpieces. Continue the journey with "The Soundtrack of My Life" on March 8th at 6:00 pm, where iconic scores by Emilio Estefan will be brought to life. Finally, don't miss our Grand Season Finale, "A Mother’s Day Celebration," on May 11th at 6:00 pm, as we honor mothers with an enchanting evening of beautiful melodies.

Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening From 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM Join us for the Classical Music Series on Lincoln Road! Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival artists bring their incredible talents to three locations along Lincoln Road: 400 Block, Euclid Circle, and 900 Block. Take a stroll through Lincoln Road and discover astounding chamber music groups and vocalists presenting a wide array of genres. From the timeless elegance of opera to the captivating melodies of musical theater and Broadway, there’s something for every music lover to enjoy. Whether you’re a classical music aficionado or simply looking for a delightful way to spend your evening, join us for a musical journey under the stars. Don't miss the opportunity to experience these astounding performances in the heart of Miami Beach! We are proud to present this free music series to the community thanks to the City of Miami Beach.

Opening Act: The French Horn Collective Bassel & The Supernaturals tells the story of Bassel Almadani's experience as a first generation Syrian-American, using soulful melodies, funk inspired rhythms, and captivating lyrics regarding love, loss, otherness, and the war in Syria. The band is making its national television debut in May 2024 as part of a new PBS docuseries, starring Dule Hill entitled “The Express Way”. This documentary will expound on the transformative power of the arts. Echoing Stevie Wonder’s rhythm and blues, Jamiroquai’s social justice centered lyricism over jazz-infused funk, and Steely Dan’s seamless amalgam of American music, Bassel & The Supernaturals evoke joy and thoughtfulness in its diverse audiences across North America. In addition to performing in major festivals, performance halls, concert series, and clubs, the group works closely with organizations on events and residencies that build awareness and empathy for Syrian refugees and immigrants. Deeply inspired by Otis Redding, Bassel uses the stage as a vehicle to unite his listeners and share the story of his cultural duality. A substantial portion of the group’s proceeds benefit the Karam Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on building a better future for Syria.

Florida L'Opera & Zarzuela, with the support of Florida Grand Opera, presents L'Elisir d'amore. A fully staged opera production with orchestra and choir under the music direction of conductor and choir master Dr. Jared Peroune, and the stage direction of Pablo Hernandez. The plot of this comedic melodrama revolves around a privileged farm owner, Adina, and an illiterate peasant, Nemorino, whose failed attempts to win Adina's love drive him to fall prey to the fraudster doctor, Dulcamara. While the doctor offers Nemorino a magical elixir capable of winning Adina's heart, Belcore, a flamboyant soldier, also intends to win Adina's hand. English and Spanish supertitles are provided, with original libretto in Italian. Featuring Lucia Panizza as Adina, Herman Díaz as Nemorino, Gabriel Menendez as Belcore, Alex Adams-Leytes as Dulcamara, and Roxana Triana as Giannetta. With the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. Sponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts.

This opera, based on the impactful book and film interpretation of the same name, is acclaimed composer Jake Heggie’s take on the true story that forever influenced the modern debate on the death penalty in America. When a New Orleans-based Catholic nun agrees to become pen pals with an inmate convicted of murder on death row, her entire worldview on life, death, forgiveness, and capital punishment is challenged forever. Heggie will be in residence to work with MMF’s Opera Institute cast to help tell this poignant story featuring a libretto by Tony-award-winning Terrance McNally (Masterclass, Ragtime). Content Advisory: Dead Man Walking contains a depiction of a rape and murder, as well as other adult themes and strong language. Music by Jake Heggie Libretto by Terrence McNally Based on the book by Sister Helen Prejean This Opera was commissioned by the San Francisco Opera

live concert with Jazz and Jeans Band at the Fish House Miami

Everyone loves Dixieland! It has a spirit and vibe of its own. Find out more. If you’d like, also bring your instrument for a fun CAP Jam Session! Let the good times roll!