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35 Years of Amplifying Youth Voices: The Beginnings of ZUMIX

April 15, 2026

By Katie Gibson

Two hundred dollars and a kitchen table.  That’s the popular story of how ZUMIX got started: back in 1991, in an apartment off Maverick Square. But, says co-founder Bob Grove, … Continued

ZUMIX Radio Welcomes Paola Cossermelli Messina

March 2, 2026

By Katie Gibson

ZUMIX is excited to welcome Paola Cossermelli Messina as our new Radio Program Coordinator. Paola has worn many audio-flavored hats – previously as a radio producer in her home country … Continued

Capybaras at Converse: Pop Rocks Goes to Rubber Tracks

January 30, 2026

By Katie Gibson

Over the past several years, ZUMIX has partnered with Converse in various ways. The shoe and apparel giant has supported ZUMIX financially, donated hundreds of sneakers for an annual ZUMIX … Continued

Happy Musical Halloween from ZUMIX!

October 31, 2025

By Katie Gibson

This year, ZUMIX staff members dressed up as songs or artists – the very embodiment of music! Happy Halloween from the Firehouse!

Storytelling and Seeking Knowledge: ZUMIX Alumna Magdiela Matta

October 16, 2025

By Katie Gibson

ZUMIX alumna Magdiela Matta is this year’s Alumni Luminary Award honoree at our annual Gala, The Muze. Maggie, a graduate of Boston University, is a Community Producer with the Equity … Continued

Shooting Star: ZUMIX Student Photographer Kenneth Palacios

October 9, 2025

By Katie Gibson

This summer, ZUMIX student Kenneth Palacios–already an accomplished guitarist and radio host–added another skill to his repertoire. Through ZUMIX’s partnership with Bowery Boston, Kenney received a media pass to shoot … Continued

Finding the Right Space: Jen Aldana and “I Belong Here”

October 2, 2025

By Katie Gibson

For many young people, finding a place where they belong is a challenging and sometimes difficult process. ZUMIX alumna and Instrumental Music Manager Jen Aldana knows that struggle intimately, both … Continued

ZUMIX Radio Host Honored with Black Excellence Award

February 28, 2025

By Katie Gibson

During Black History Month, longtime ZUMIX Radio host and community leader JT Potter received a 2025 Black Excellence on the Hill Award from the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus. … Continued

Steel Drums and Chicago Jazz: Carnegie PlayUSA Convening

January 26, 2024

By Katie Gibson

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

December 20, 2023

By Katie Gibson

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

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