New World Symphony
The New World Symphony is America's premier orchestral academy, a post-graduate fellowship program training exceptionally talented classical musicians for leadership roles in orchestras worldwide. Co-founded in 1987 by Michael Tilson Thomas and Ted and Lin Arison, it is headquartered in Miami Beach, Florida, with the iconic Frank Gehry-designed New World Center opening in 2011 as a cultural beacon for South Florida. Renowned for innovative performances, free WALLCAST concerts, and launching careers of over 1,266 fellows into professional orchestras and music education, it has earned awards like ASCAP's Adventurous Programming honor.
Miami Connection
New World Symphony brought a world-class orchestral program to Miami Beach. The Frank Gehry-designed New World Center is an architectural landmark. Free wallcasts project performances outside for thousands. NWS alumni have joined every major American orchestra, spreading Miami's cultural influence nationally.
Key People
Quick Facts
- Industry
- Orchestral Training Academy
- Headquarters
- Miami Beach, FL
- Founded
- 1987