Welcome back to another exhilarating semester at the FIU Wertheim School of Music & Performing Arts, also lovingly known as ‘The Wertheim!”

I hope you had a restful and invigorating break, ready to dive into a semester of musical exploration and personal growth. As the Director of The Wertheim School of Music, I am absolutely thrilled to be part of this talented community and witness the remarkable passion and dedication each of you brings to our musical family. Our faculty and staff have been working tirelessly to curate an enriching curriculum, engaging performances, and countless opportunities for collaboration and artistic expression.

I invite you to immerse yourself in the pages of our magazine, Crescendo (Spring 2024), which captures the essence of our growth and achievements as an institution over the past year. Let’s harness the momentum and carry it forward into the new year.

New Opportunity: Thursday Notes

Thursdays at 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Make sure to clear your calendars for our school-wide career development sessions called “Thursday Notes: Career Development.” This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your skills, network with professionals, and prepare for your future careers.

Communication and Important Dates

Keep an eye on music.fiu.edu, school emails, and our social media pages (@fiumusic) for more information and additional opportunities as they unfold throughout the year. Visit Onestop for FIU academic dates.

• August 15 & 16, 2024: Wertheim Music School Ensemble Placement Auditions
• September 3, 2024: Last Day to Add/Drop Courses
• October 5, 2024: Opening Season Concert: FIU Symphony Orchestra
• October 10, 2024: Wertheim Departmental Recital (Mandatory for Music Students)
• October 15, 2024: Accompanying Request Spring Deadline for Student Recitals (Visit music.fiu.edu/recitals)
• October 25: November 9, 2024: FIU Music Festival
• December 5, 2024: Wertheim Music Departmental Recital & Commencement Awards Ceremony (after recital)
• December 6, 2024: Closing Fall Season Concert: FIU Symphony Orchestra, FIU Jazz Big Band, Brass Choir

Here’s to a remarkable semester ahead, filled with rhythm, melody, and boundless opportunities for your success as students and musicians!

Warm Regards,