Atlanta Festival Academy brings together talented young musicians from around the world to study, perform, and grow under world-class faculty.
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Building Bridges Through Music
Our mission is to create an environment in which young musicians are empowered to explore their potential, take risks, and express themselves—artistically and personally.
AFA offers a range of transformative music experiences designed for young musicians at every stage of their artistic journey. From intensive summer training to year-round ensemble opportunities, and an international competition, our programs nurture talent, inspire creativity, and prepare students for lifelong success.
Performed live on August 1, 2026 at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center with violinist Joshua Brown, the AFA Festival Orchestra, and Maestro Henry Cheng.
2026 Summer Festival – Symphony No. 5, Finale by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, AFA Festival Orchestra conducted by Maestro Henry Cheng
Performed live on August 1, 2026 at the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center with cellist Nicholas Wong, the AFA Festival Orchestra, and Maestro Henry Cheng.
2023 Showcase Spectacular – Balloon Flower 도라지 꽃 by Jihoon Park, soloist SoHyun Ko
2019 Atlanta Festival Academy – International Rising Stars Concert Antonio Vivaldi Four Seasons Violin Soloist: Chloe Chua Orchestra: The Festival String Orchestra
Carmen Fantasy, Op. 25, Pablo de Sarasate – Chloe Chua
2019 Atlanta Festival Academy – International Rising Stars Concert Carmen Fantasy, Op. 25 by Pablo de Sarasate Violin Soloist: Chloe Chua Piano: Gordon Back
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