South Florida Friends of Classical Music

The South Florida Friends of Classical Music was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in 2011 to encourage and support performances of classical music in South Florida. The Organization comprises 5 different programs, The Miami International Music Academy, The Miami Music Festival from around the World, Summer in Florence™, The Miami Chamber Players & The Teresa Carreño International Master Piano Competition.

Our place in the South Florida fine arts community encompasses more than just fine chamber music, top educational programs, world-class performances, international competition winners, and classical music meetups. We are proud to share this wonderful musical experience to the younger generation, by arranging free musicianship and master classes for students admitted in our Music Academy, and by providing free and varied event tickets to students at selected local high schools and colleges.

South Florida Friends of Classical Music aims to:

Introduce new audiences to the inspiration of classical and world music.

• Recognize and demonstrate the relevance of the humanities as a complement to the core of music.

• Promote the name of Teresa Carreño and encourage an appreciation for her work as well as other Latin-American composers.

• Launch and nurture the finest young professional performing musicians' career.

• Recognize and encourage superb artistry and assist career development of deserving young pianists.

• Provide performance opportunities for area musicians.

• Reach out and involve individuals who do not have access to quality music programs.

• Make a contribution to the community and perpetuate the musical art.