Welcome to the Atlanta Music Project

Students of Venezuela's El Sistema in Rehearsal.

Modeled on El Sistema, Venezuela’s National System Of Youth And Children’s Orchestras, the Atlanta Music Project is a 5-day-a-week, after-school, youth orchestra and choir program targeting underserved communities in metropolitan Atlanta. Founded in February 2010, the Atlanta Music Project is a tax-exempt, 501(c)3 organization.

AMP believes the pursuit of musical excellence leads to the development of confidence, creativity and ambition, thus sparking positive social change in the individuals and the communities we serve.

Mission Statement

“To inspire social change by providing Atlanta’s underserved youth the opportunity to learn and perform music in orchestras and choirs.”

Pilot Program

AMP cello students pose for a picture during their group lesson.

Our pilot program takes place at the Gilbert House, a cultural center operated by the City Of Atlanta Office Of Cultural Affairs. AMP classes include orchestra, choir, musicianship, African drum/dance and group lessons in the following orchestral instruments: violin, viola, cello, bass, flute, clarinet, trumpet and trombone. As AMP expands, we will offer oboe, bassoon, french horn, tuba and orchestral percussion. Master classes and workshops are held regularly. Performance is a big part of how we achieve our mission, so our students perform in concerts several times throughout the year. Every AMP student is provided with their own instrument.

The Atlanta Music Project