ATLANTA — The young musicians with the Atlanta Music Project grow in extraordinary ways. For 10 years, the project has provided free music education for underserved youth. Now, it's a finalist for a prestigious national award.
There are no auditions and no experience required; just a desire to learn and grow.
Every young person has music within them. Not all have the opportunity and outlet to express it.
Solomon Carr’s talent and passion were unlocked through the Atlanta Music Project.
The outreach program provides instruments, classes, world-class teaching artists, and chances to perform - even during the pandemic when the connection with music and each other is more important than ever.
Recently, the group performed the national anthem, virtually, at an Atlanta United soccer game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Now, because of his work, the CEO of the Atlanta Music Project, Dante Rameau, is a finalist for the Lewis Prize – a prestigious national award and a half-million dollars to support the program.
The Lewis Prize for Music will give three $500,000 Accelerator Awards to leaders across the country who are creating positive change through youth music programs
The Atlanta Music Project is committed to developing the music within, to develop confidence, creativity and a drive for more in themselves in the community.
The Atlanta Music Project’s work is made possible by grant funds, donations, and considerable community support from organizations such as Clayton State University, City of Atlanta Department of Parks & Recreation, Fulton County, Atlanta Public Schools, and other prestigious local institutions.