Sinfonia Gulf Coast, the region's only fully professional orchestra, proudly announces that its Founder and Music & Artistic Director, Demetrius Fuller, has been accepted as a Professional Member into the Florida Chapter of the Recording Academy.
Furthermore, Fuller he has been appointed to the Education Committee of the Florida Chapter, playing an integral role in steering statewide decisions that affect music education initiatives and scholarship opportunities, including those supported through the Academy’s charitable arm, MusiCares.
Fuller, who founded Sinfonia Gulf Coast in 2004 at the age of just 24 and joined the Recording Academy in 2024, is currently the only professional member from Northwest Florida in the prestigious organization. This accolade is especially exciting as Sinfonia prepares to celebrate its milestone 20th anniversary season in 2025-2026.
Established in November 1995, the Florida Chapter of the Recording Academy represents the vibrant and diverse music communities of Florida and Puerto Rico. The Chapter provides programming, networking, and growth opportunities for artists and industry professionals across genres, from Latin American and traditional rock to urban and electronic music. It connects iconic figures such as Gloria Estefan, DJ Khaled, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Tom Petty, and Bad Bunny, reflecting Florida's rich musical heritage and dynamic contemporary scene.
"Joining the Florida Chapter of the Recording Academy is an honor that places Sinfonia Gulf Coast within an influential global network of music industry professionals," says Fuller. "This affiliation aligns perfectly with our mission at Sinfonia to not only redefine the symphony experience but to actively support and elevate music education and professional growth opportunities within our community and beyond."
In addition to his professional membership, Fuller has been actively involved with the Recording Academy as a mentor for GRAMMY U, a program designed to connect music industry professionals with college students nearing graduation who are pursuing careers in various sectors of the music field.
An advocate for contemporary music, throughout his two-decade career, Fuller has premiered, commissioned, or collaborated with acclaimed composers and artists, significantly impacting the cultural landscape regionally and internationally.
“We are beyond proud of this stellar accomplishment,” says Elizabeth Boswell, president of Sinfonia Gulf Coast board of directors. “It demonstrates, once again, that Demetrius Fuller is not only a distinguished music professional, but a relevant and actively engaged industry leader.”
