DESCRIPTION

Classical music is ever evolving with new sound worlds and ambitious, experimental composers. This evening is a collection of cutting-edge contemporary classical works by Eric Wubbels and Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz and a world premiere by Orlando Jacinto Garcia, performed by the acclaimed Amernet String Quartet and guest soprano, Rachel Calloway.

DATE/TIME

January 17, 2024

7:00PM Concert Discussion

7:30PM Concert

About NMMF

We are celebrating 27 years of avant-garde compositions and performances in the heart of Miami! Our festival features exceptional works of trailblazing composers and boundary-pushing performers from all around the globe, many of whom are present to discuss their music for FIU students and audiences.

Performances will take place at The Wolfsonian – FIU on Wednesdays. Each evening begins with a captivating pre-concert discussion at 7PM, where audiences gain unique insights into these musical masterpieces. The festival discussions and concerts are free to the public thanks to the generosity of our sponsors. More at nmmf.fiu.edu.

PERFORMERS

Eric Wubbels, guest composer

Amernet String Quartet, Artist-in-Residence Ensemble at FIU

Rachel Calloway, soprano

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

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, the City of Miami Beach, the Kimberly Green Latin American and Caribbean Center at FIU, the Wolfsonian-FIU, the Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU, and FIU Miami Beach Urban Studios. The Betsy and Avalon are the official host hotels for the festival.