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Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Talent Development Program

A Program of Excellence

As one of the longest-running, year-round musical education diversity programs, the Talent Development Program (TDP) provides 25 young Black and Latinx musicians with the highest level of musical training each school year. More than 100 TDP Fellows have gone on to attend top music schools and conservatories across the country. This strong education foundation has led to careers in orchestra, teaching and performance.

Talent Development Program Spring Concert with OkCello

The Talent Development Program Presents

2021 Spring Recital

With Special Guest OkCello

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What does the TDP provide?

Weekly private lessons with an ASO musician
Summer program financial assistance
Solo recital and chamber music performance opportunities
Technical and performance juries
Assistance with preparation for auditions
Mentoring and one-on-one coaching
Complimentary tickets to ASO classical concerts for Fellows and their families

Who is Eligible?

Students in rising fifth grade to rising tenth grade who have at least one parent who is either Black or Latinx
Serious music students who have already reached a high level of proficiency on a standard orchestral instrument

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Read the latest TDP newsletter featuring information about current students and alumni as well as upcoming events.

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Preparing gifted Black and Latinx musicians for careers in classical music.

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