About our Miami Lighthouse Music Program

The only organization in the nation offering all-inclusive music, audio instruction, and youth development programs for the blind and visually impaired, Miami Lighthouse is a leader in Music education and facilitation for the blind and visually impaired. Miami Lighthouse provides the only comprehensive Braille music distance learning curriculum, which is accessible at all times, to any musician, anywhere in the world. Miami Lighthouse offers several innovative programs that are opening doors to careers in music and in lifelong appreciation and enjoyment.

For more information and to register for Braille music distance learning Contact Jin Choi our Braille and Assistive Technology Specialist, Library of Congress-Certified Braillist in Literature & Music at 786-362-7458.

Youth Summer Music Program Campfor grades 5-12

Our 100% free, fully inclusive Youth Music Program for grades 5-12 is open for enrollment! Want to be part of something groundbreaking? Join us! We meet every other Saturday and also offer a 7-week summer camp, complete with meals and transportation.

At Miami Lighthouse, we don't just teach music, we launch futures! Our fully inclusive, 100% free, Youth Music Program for grades 5-12 breaks barriers, opens doors, and paves the way to college scholarships, music careers, and beyond!

Our Youth Music Program is open to all students, whether blind, visually impaired, or sighted, all have the opportunity to gain proficiency on any instrument they choose, with performance opportunities as well as hands-on experience in sound engineering with our expert staff.

And the proof? Our students don't just play music — they make history! The bilingual children's audiobook, "Four Magical Stories," written and produced in our music program, was nominated for 'Best Latin Children's Album' at the 14th Annual Latin Grammy Awards in 2013.

Music for ALL. No Limits. No Barriers. We're here to make sure every student, sighted or blind, has a place in music.

For more information, please email Carol Brady-Simmons Chief Program Officer at csimmons@miamilighthouse.org or call her at 786-362-7480.

Adult Music Program

The Henry & Inez Stone Music & Sound Studio offers program participants an opportunity to learn the latest techniques with skilled music professionals in a state-of-the-art setting. This provides a critical opportunity for students to test their compositional skills, technological mastery, independence and creativity. Industry relevant technologies and instruments used in the program include:

• Cakewalk
• Pro Tools
• MIDI
• MIDI Certificate program
• Logic Audio products
• Propeller Head Reason products
• Sibelius notation software
• Roland keyboards and synthesizers
• M-Audio products
• Instruction is offered on Apple and PC computers

Miami Lighthouse United Voices Choir started in our Senior Group Activities program and has flourished into a generational community group performing all over South Florida. Our choir has performed at different events such as Boca Bash and other community events. Choir rehearsals are held every Friday and are open to all of our clients to join and enrich the community with their vibrant and inspirational music. For more information please contact Zachary Brown, Manager of Music Programs at 786-362-7535 or via email at zbrown@miamilighthouse.org

Our Music Production Program and our instructors have received national and international recognition. Our Program was awarded a grant by the Mockingbird Foundation, an all-volunteer nonprofit organization, founded by the fans of the poplar band Phish, that supports music education for children. Ten grantees were selected from among 1,303 initial applicants throughout the United States.

Other grant providers include The Henry W. Bull Foundation, Carnival Foundation, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida, the Wildflower Foundation, the Helliwell Family Foundation and the William and Helen Thomas Charitable Trust have awarded grants in support of our Music Program and Braille music curriculum.

Music Program Testimonials

Parent Testimonial

My husband and I are very impressed with your organization. The services that you provide to the community are incredible. My son Hobie Benson enjoys going to your center to learn and serve in the community each opportunity he can. Your music program has enhanced Hobie's music talents and he is grateful to be part of The Miami Lighthouse.

The staff at your center shows professionalism and commitment to the community and to the children involved in the summer program and also the program during the school year on the weekends.

Thank you for taking your position at the Lighthouse with such effort and consideration to others.

I would recommend this program to any friends with a score of Excellency.

Please reach out to me whenever you need anything for the center.

Jenny Benson, Parent

The Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired - Better Chance Music Production Program™ is funded in part by the Children's Trust. The Children's Trust is a dedicated source of revenue established by voter referendum to improve the lives of children and families in Miami-Dade County.