Transforming Lives & Communities Through Music
Our Mission
Young Musicians Unite believes that every child deserves access to music education regardless of their socio-economic background. We collaborate with schools to provide free music education, which has been proven to inspire personal development, foster a sense of community and prepare our future leaders.
Our Story
YMU started with a clear mission, to build a real community where young musicians could come together, share their journeys, and grow as artists and people.
This video dives into the origin of YMU, the vision that drives it, and how it has become more than a program — it’s a family. It’s a story of challenges, triumphs, and the power of music to bring people closer, and to strengthen entire communities.
Get To Know Our Students
YMU students learn in collaborative settings as they develop musical skills, build friendships, gain confidence, and acquire vocational experiences through public performances. As the only in-school music education non-profit for grades 5-12 in Miami, YMU supports the lives and well-being of over 9,000 students in our inner cities every year. Enjoy what it is like to be a YMU drumline student and participate in our program.
Watch A Performance
YMU’s after-school performing ensemble programs focus on students who want to study music on a deeper level. Students can participate in performing Rock and Jazz Ensembles, Songwriting, Stage Production, and Internships. Classes are kept small to ensure a more intimate mentor-to-student experience. Our performing ensembles participate in over 185 performances during our annual concert season.
Why Donate?
Research shows that music enhances learning by nourishing our cognitive, sensory, attention, emotional and motor capacities – the driving forces behind ALL other learning. Here are some of the ways our students continue to benefit from their music education.
Get Involved
The success of our students depends on the support of people like you.
