Join us for the 2026 season of Music at McBride Plaza! Music at McBride Plaza presents free outdoor concerts every other Thursday of the month from January through March. Every concert will feature a different and talented ensemble from UM’s Frost School of Music. Enjoy these outdoor concerts in the heart of Downtown Coral Gables from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
The opening concert will feature the vibrant and expressive Leah Rutherford Quartet! Led by jazz vocalist Leah Rutherford, this dynamic ensemble brings fresh interpretations of jazz classics and modern favorites. Born in Greenville, SC, Leah is a rising talent studying Jazz Vocal Performance at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music, earning multiple DownBeat Awards and recognition as a YoungArts Winner with Distinction.
The quartet—William Armstrong (keys), Ben Mini (bass), and Jeremy Baun (drums)—showcases exceptional musicianship and a seamless musical connection that captivates audiences.
Experience their sound and follow their journey on Instagram:
- @leahrutherfordmusic
- @ben_mini_music
- @jeremy_baun
- @williamarmstrongmusic
Performance Schedule
| Date | Band/Ensemble | Category/Genre |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 15 | Leah Rutherford Quartet | Jazz Quartet |
| Jan. 29 | Frost Opera Theater | Opera Ensemble |
| Feb. 12 | Miami Nylon Duo | Jazz Guitar Duo |
| Feb. 26 | Laura & Josias | Latin Duo |
| March 12 | Charlotte Vaughn Jazz Quintet | Jazz & R&B Quintet |
| March 26 | The Wire Jays | Newgrass & Folk Band |
The Music at McBride Plaza Series is designed to offer young musicians studying at UM’s Frost School of Music the opportunity to showcase their talents in a setting easily accessible to businesspeople, residents, and visitors. The musicians go through a rigorous selection process auditioning for faculty who then select the top six groups to perform. The final group of musicians for the series typically represents a wide variety of musical genres which makes each concert a unique and wonderful experience for all.
This concert series is brought to you by the Arthur B. McBride Family Foundation, City of Coral Gables, and the Dosal Family Foundation.
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