About the Youth Concert Band of Atlanta

The highly acclaimed Youth Concert Band of Atlanta is now accepting applications for membership for its third season. Founded by Ed Davis and Valerie Morgan, the ensemble performs literature that is both challenging and fulfilling for the musically advanced student in grades 7-9. Performance expectations are high within the group. The group received its first invitational performance in its second year of existence. In December 2007, the group performed at the 17th Annual University of Georgia Middle School Music Festival in Athens.

The Youth Concert Band of Atlanta performs four concerts each year. It is comprised of approximately 60 students who play standard woodwind, brass and percussion instruments. Membership is open to students from throughout the state who are willing to meet the rehearsal and concert commitments. Students must be enrolled in their school music programs or be home-schooled. Selection is made through competitive audition.

The purpose of the Youth Concert Band of Atlanta is to contribute to the musical education of its members and to provide performance opportunities beyond school ensembles to band students exhibiting exceptional talent and ability. It seeks to offer its members social interaction with other outstanding young musicians and to present concerts for family, friends and community.