Miami Youth Orchestra & Choir (MYO) helps parents to expose their children to the music of different roots, no matter nationality, race, religion or music genre, which is instrumental in a multi-cultural city as Miami. We are committed to bringing music alive, allowing participants to develop confidence and bold experiences through the discipline of well-rounded artistry. We also aim to identify talents who might be disadvantaged.The director, Ms. Maria A. Salas, is a product from the acclaimed "ElSistema" organization in Venezuela, from which she drew inspiration to build a musical haven in the United States. Ms. Salas has been very committed in sharing the creative fusion of a lifetime of knowledge to nurture the youth by creating a one of a kind musical experience for the audiences and all the MYO students.The intimacy and portability of our organization is based upon creating small ensembles, which allows us the possibility to bring thought-provoking musical programs to the broadest possible audiences, and thereby serve the diverse needs of our surrounding communities.