Youth Philharmonic Orchestra

The Pasadena Symphony Association is dedicated to providing exceptional musical experiences through its diverse concert series, including the Symphony Classics Series, Summer POPS, and special events like the Moonlight Sonata Gala. With a commitment to community engagement and education, the organization fosters a love for music through its various ensembles and outreach programs. Generated from the website

Alliance of Black Orchestral Percussionists (ABOP) is a non-profit organization based in Pasadena, CA, dedicated to providing professional development and mentorship to young and emerging Black percussionists pursuing careers in symphonic percussion. Through comprehensive training, workshops, and performance opportunities, ABOP aims to increase the representation of highly-trained Black percussionists in symphonic orchestras nationwide, promoting social change and diversity in the classical music industry. ABOP's core philosophies revolve around empowering Black percussionists of all ages, genders, socio-economic backgrounds, and geographic locations, preparing them for the concert stage and transforming the future landscape of symphonic orchestras. With a focus on comprehensive instruction and mentorship, ABOP strives to uplift Black percussionists and reimagine the national orchestral scene, fostering a more inclusive and vibrant musical community.Generated from the website