Walk for Music Spotlight: Madeleine Steczynski
As we prepare for ZUMIX’s 2024 Walk for Music, we’ll be highlighting a few members of the ZUMIX community to tell us about their experiences with the Walk. Learn more … Continued
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Steel Drums and Chicago Jazz: Carnegie PlayUSA Convening
This past November, ZUMIX vocal instructor Brandon Allen, director of the Voces ensemble, flew to Chicago to join a group of music educators from around the country. ZUMIX is one … Continued
Creating a Room Full of Love: Alumna Luz Juliana Marquez
This is a guest post by ZUMIX alumna Luz Juliana Marquez, currently a student at UMass Amherst. Even on my worst days, I still smile ‘cause a room full of … Continued
Happy Halloween from ZUMIX!
From the Minions, Mario & Luigi, the Joker and Harley Quin… …Wonder Woman, a strawberry, a Celtics fan, a Victorian lady and pumpkin pie… …a very Happy Halloween 2023 from … Continued
Spooky Stories and Eerie Musical Vibes: Halloween Z-Lounge 2023
On Oct. 27, our Adventures in Music (AIM) students and their families gathered at the Firehouse for a spooooooooky Z-Lounge! It was a packed house of families, fellow students, ZUMIX … Continued
Funky & Fab: ZUMIX Gala 2023
The ZUMIX community gathered on Oct. 12 at City Winery for our fifth annual Gala, The Muze: Funky & Fab. It was an amazing night! We kicked off the evening … Continued
¿Porque Puma? ¿Porque No?
On October 6, ZUMIX’s Latin ensemble, ¿Porque Puma?, launched their self-titled debut EP with a vibrant party at the Firehouse. It was a beautiful evening of music and community – … Continued
Celebration and Send-Off: Senior Graduation 2023
This summer, we wrapped up an amazing season of programs with our annual Senior Graduation. The evening included a number of ZUMIX traditions: staff members recognizing each graduate, the annual … Continued
Music with a View: Summer Concerts 2023
Our summer concerts in Piers Park are a beloved ZUMIX/East Boston tradition. This year, we had eight shows featuring ZUMIX youth and local musicians, and each week drew a crowd … Continued
Tall Ship Takeover 2023
We did it again! On Aug. 14, ZUMIX youth took over the Tall Ship Boston for a stellar afternoon of music, live theater, improv, and heartfelt joy. This was our … Continued