The Frost Advantage | Frost School of Music | University of Miami
Collaborative. Comprehensive. Career-ready.
Our unique approach prepares students for modern music careers. With an emphasis on integrated learning that crosses the boundaries of genres and fields, potential is unlimited.
Boundless creativity is unleashed when you feel truly at home
Unlike most music schools and colleges, there are no silos at the Frost School. We offer an education unmatched in its breadth and depth, preparing you to lead in every aspect of an ever-evolving music landscape.
Many Frost School students say they “found their people” here, underscoring the collaborative culture that sets us apart and gives students an edge in a field that demands teamwork and partnership.
What sets the Frost School apart
A wealth of opportunities
30+
Different instruments to study
70+
Ensembles across genres
50+
Degree programs
Opportunities and resources to enrich your academic experience
There’s an ideal program for you
There’s an ideal program for you
A vibrant, welcoming music community
A vibrant, welcoming music community
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Alumni with impact
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Natalia Ramirez
Multi Grammy-Award Winning Audio Engineer and Arts Manager; A&R Manager, Peermusic
M.A. ’17 · Live Entertainment Management
Cheryl Breindel
VP of Royalty Services, The Orchard
B.M. ‘00 · Instrumental Performance · Oboe
Christine Jobson
Extra Chorister, Metropolitan Opera and Shared Voices Program Coordinator, Denyce Graves Foundation
D.M.A. ‘19 · Vocal Performance & Pedagogy
Jessie Allen
Managing Director, GRAMMY U (The Recording Academy)
B.M. ‘10 · Music Industry
Randall Foster
Chief Creative Officer, Symphonic Distribution
M.M. ‘05 · Music Industry
Bjorn Holmvik
Double bass player, conductor, and music teacher
B.M. ‘76 · Instrumental Performance · Double Bass
Joshua Henry
Broadway performer, writer, and musician
B.M. ‘06 · Vocal Performance
Dorothy Hindman
Associate Professor of Music Theory and Composition, Frost School of Music
D.M.A. ‘94 · Music Theory and Composition
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Jessie Allen
Managing Director, GRAMMY U/The Recording Academy
"I went from joining GRAMMY U as a student to overseeing the program globally. That's because of the opportunities I had at the Frost School. I had this entire network supporting me."
B.M. '10 Music Business and Entertainment Industries/Vocal Performance
Jessie Allen
Managing Director, GRAMMY U/The Recording Academy
"I went from joining GRAMMY U as a student to overseeing the program globally. That's because of the opportunities I had at the Frost School. I had this entire network supporting me."
B.M. '10 Music Business and Entertainment Industries/Vocal Performance
Justin Kinchen
Henry Mancini Institute Fellow pursuing a dual master’s degree in jazz composition and classical violin
"The Frost School is helping me come into my own. I have people around me who want to give me opportunities where I can shine."
B.M. ’24
Justin Kinchen
Henry Mancini Institute Fellow pursuing a dual master’s degree in jazz composition and classical violin
"The Frost School is helping me come into my own. I have people around me who want to give me opportunities where I can shine."
B.M. ’24
Veronica Swift
Jazz vocalist and recording artist
"The vast array of resources and access to professors in other fields at the Frost School really prepared me for my career."
B.M. ’16 Studio Jazz Vocal
Veronica Swift
Jazz vocalist and recording artist
"The vast array of resources and access to professors in other fields at the Frost School really prepared me for my career."
B.M. ’16 Studio Jazz Vocal
Carlitos Lopez
GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY winning producer, composer and conductor
"I owe my entire career to the Frost School. From the first day, I felt challenged, supported, and inspired to achieve my goals."
B.M. ’09 Composition/Conducting
Carlitos Lopez
GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY winning producer, composer and conductor
"I owe my entire career to the Frost School. From the first day, I felt challenged, supported, and inspired to achieve my goals."
B.M. ’09 Composition/Conducting