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Nu Deco is reimagining a fresh vision of what an orchestra can achieve in the 21st century. Our members and partners directly fund the rehearsals, residencies, commissions, and youth programs that make every season possible – and are the reason Nu Deco's sound keeps reaching far beyond Miami.

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"An orchestra for the 21st century"— The New York Times
"A rare, one-of-a-kind hybrid chamber orchestra that's way ahead of its time"— Ben Folds
"Any genre can work in the arena of classical music"— Billboard
"Will captivate your eyes and ears"— GRAMMY.com
"Sonically spellbinding"— Billboard
"A whirling, dynamic whirlpool of strings, brass, woodwinds and percussion"— American Songwriter
"An orchestra for the 21st century"— The New York Times
"A rare, one-of-a-kind hybrid chamber orchestra that's way ahead of its time"— Ben Folds
"Any genre can work in the arena of classical music"— Billboard
"Will captivate your eyes and ears"— GRAMMY.com
"Sonically spellbinding"— Billboard
"A whirling, dynamic whirlpool of strings, brass, woodwinds and percussion"— American Songwriter

Born in Miami.
Made for now.

11+

Seasons

100K+

Audience

15M

Global
Streams

174k

Students
Served

$4.8M

Paid to
Artists

Upcoming performances.

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  • Common with Nu Deco Ensemble at the ArshtThu, Nov 12, 2026 · 8:00 PM ET

    Grammy-, Emmy- and Academy Award-winning artist, actor, author and activist Common comes to the Arsht for a one-night-only performance in the Knight Concert Hall featuring many of his hits. Joining him is Nu Deco Ensemble.

    External show: this performance is outside Nu Deco's regular season and is ticketed directly through the Arsht Center.

  • Common with Nu Deco Ensemble at the Walt Disney TheaterFri, Nov 13, 2026 · 8:00 PM ET

    Academy Award, Emmy and Grammy-winning artist Common brings his signature blend of hip-hop, soul and storytelling to the stage for this special performance joined by Nu Deco Ensemble.

    External show: this performance is outside Nu Deco's regular season and is ticketed directly through the Dr. Phillips Center.

  • Nu Deco at the Arsht Center ft. Michelle Williams & Special GuestsSat, Dec 19, 2026 · 8:00 PM ET

    Michelle Williams and special guests join Nu Deco Ensemble for one night only at the Adrienne Arsht Center. Program details to be announced.

  • Nu Deco at the BandshellSat, Jan 30, 2027 · 8:00 PM ET

    Nu Deco Ensemble returns to the open-air Miami Beach Bandshell for an evening of genre-bending orchestral performance at the highest level of musical artistry. Set against the oceanfront backdrop of this historic North Beach amphitheater, experience an evening of bold, cinematic music brought to life with stunning projection mapping visuals across the venue. Program and special guest artist to be announced soon.

    On sale Dec 8

  • Nu Deco NXT Spring Intensive ConcertSat, Mar 20, 2027 · 4:00 PM ET

    Miami's next generation takes the stage. Nu Deco NXT is our tuition-free fellowship for extraordinary young musicians, built on four pillars: 21st Century Performance, Wellness, Leadership, and Musical Creation. Join us at the Dennis C. Moss Center March 21–27, 2027 for the Spring Intensive culminating concert — a showcase of bold new work created and performed by NXT Fellows alongside Nu Deco musicians.

  • Nu Deco Ensemble at the ArshtSat, Apr 10, 2027 · 8:00 PM ET

    Artist and details coming soon. Members get artist announcement early and presale access.

    On sale Feb 9

  • Nu Deco Ensemble at The CitadelFri, May 14, 2027 · 8:30 PM ET

    Nu Deco Ensemble returns to The Citadel in Little Haiti for an evening of genre-bending orchestral performance at the highest level of musical artistry. Experience the ensemble up close in an intimate, standing-room-only setting, with VIP experiences available for an elevated night out. Program and special guest artist to be announced soon.

    On sale Mar 15

  • Nu Deco Ensemble at The CitadelSat, May 15, 2027 · 8:30 PM ET

    Nu Deco Ensemble returns to The Citadel in Little Haiti for an evening of genre-bending orchestral performance at the highest level of musical artistry. Experience the ensemble up close in an intimate, standing-room-only setting, with VIP experiences available for an elevated night out. Program and special guest artist to be announced soon.

    On sale Mar 15

Artists in our orbit.

Every season, Nu Deco shares the stage with the artists shaping American music — across hip-hop, soul, indie, R&B, and the jazz vanguard. Members get the meet-and-greets. Sponsors get the room.

  • Wyclef Jean
  • Lupe Fiasco
  • ROBERT GLASPER
  • DERRICK HODGE
  • LEDISI
  • Tank & The Bangas
  • Cory Henry
  • Larkin Poe
  • MASEGO
  • LUKE JAMES
  • ANDREW BIRD
  • J'NAI BRIDGES
  • MONSIEUR PERINE
  • LUIS FONSI
  • JACOB COLLIER
  • ALFREDO RODRIGUEZ
  • ANGELIQUE KIDJO
  • + many more

+ 75 commissioned works · 11 seasons of collaborators

Nu Deco conductor Jacomo Bairos in motion mid-performance, baton raised, eyes closed in concentration

"I don't go to concerts anymore — I follow Nu Deco. It feels less like buying tickets and more like being on tour with the band that's quietly rewriting what an American orchestra can be."

— Neon Founder's Circle Member, 2026 Season

Moments · From the Stage

Eleven seasons. One collective.

  • Conductor Jacomo Bairos in profile with baton raised during the Ledisi performance, November 2024
  • Nu Deco Ensemble conductor leading the orchestra at the Miami Beach Bandshell under blue projections
  • Nu Deco Ensemble performing at the Adrienne Arsht Center in red stage lighting
  • Nu Deco Ensemble cellist smiling mid-performance during the Ledisi concert
  • Nu Deco Ensemble with Lupe Fiasco at the Miami Beach Bandshell, January 2026
  • Nu Deco Ensemble performing in the round at The Citadel with the audience close to the stage
  • Nu Deco Ensemble strings section performing during the Allen Stone and Derrick Hodge concert, April 2023
  • Conductor Jacomo Bairos laughing while conducting Nu Deco Ensemble with Betty Who, January 2025
  • Overhead view of Nu Deco Ensemble at the 10-Year Anniversary concert
  • Conductor leading Nu Deco Ensemble during the Allen Stone and Derrick Hodge concert, April 2023
  • Nu Deco Ensemble violinist smiling mid-performance during the Ledisi concert
  • Nu Deco Ensemble keyboardist playing a Moog synthesizer with vivid pink stage lighting during the Betty Who concert

Photos by Alex Markow, courtesy of Nu Deco Ensemble.

Beyond Miami / The Movement

Built in Miami. Heard everywhere.

Nu Deco is a Miami orchestra with a national footprint and a global audience — streamed in 60+ countries, broadcast on PBS, covered by The New York Times, collaborating with artists from Wyclef Jean and Ben Folds to PJ Morton and Magos Herrera. Every membership and partnership extends that reach: more commissions, more touring dates, more proof that this art form has a future.

60+

Countries Streaming

75+

New Works Commissioned

PBS

National Broadcast

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Possible Futures