Artists Selected for the Annual Miami Beach Youth Music Festival

(Miami Beach, FL) Jan 31, 2019 -

The City of Miami Beach and The Rhythm Foundation are proud to announce 13 youth performers selected to perform at the North Beach Bandshell Stage on Saturday, March 9, 2019 as part of the third annual Miami Beach Youth Music Festival presented by Hotwire Communications. The festival will begin at 5 p.m. and culminate with a performance by headliner SPAM Allstars and well-known South Florida band FOOM!

“We’re excited to once again host this festival for our young, passionate artists — offering them the opportunity to perform for our entire Miami Beach community,” said Mayor Dan Gelber.

Judges included third generation musician Stephen Gibb, music industry executives Rudy and Betsy Perez and Laura Quinlan of The Rhythm Foundation. The judges received over 30 performance submissions. Artists that made the final cut include: Arrowhead, Avalanche, Danna Luna, Dulce Blood, Four Now, Groovy Anchovy, Miami Beach Jazz Combo, Miami Beach Senior High Rock Ensemble, Nautilus Jazz Band, Peach, Ripcord, South School Jazz Band and Subtle Sauce

“Every year I’m blown away by the talented youth of our community,” noted Commissioner John Elizabeth Alemán. “The musicianship of these young artists is impressive. I’m excited to see this year’s performers showcase their talent on the Bandshell stage.”

The Garden Stage will host the top nine developing talents. Artists selected include: Alexander Tanev, Clementina Ramirez, Fienberg Fisher Rock Ensemble, Isaiah River Saranow, Isabella Velasquez, Malena Kingston, Mark Charnetski, Mihi Singer and John Andres Alemán.

“I want to congratulate everyone who submitted their audition entries,” added Alemán. “The quality and quantity of artists just confirms how important it is for the City of Miami Beach to create an opportunity like this for the kids. Since its creation three years ago, this festival has grown from a local talent show to a major production. I’m excited to see how it continues evolve and grow in the years to come.”

The suggested entry donation of $5 supports local youth music education. The festival will also encourage attendees to explore their own talent as they visit the instrument petting zoo and musical instrument-making booth courtesy of The Bass Museum. Other activations at the event include an imagination playground featuring life-size Legos, a pop-up skate park, food trucks and other family-friendly activities.

Special thanks to our partners Llorente & Heckler, PA and LSN Partners.

For more information on this year’s festival, visit www.miamibeach.rocks.