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Building Bridges Symposium: Connecting the Pathways

November 16, 2023 - November 18, 2023

Woodruff Arts Center, Atlanta, GA, 30309 $75 – $125

Presented in Partnership with:

In recognition of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Talent Development Program (TDP) 30th Anniversary, Equity Arc and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra co-present a multi-day event dedicated to the past, present, and future of equitable classical music training programs. Join us in Atlanta for the third installment of the Building Bridges Symposium, on November 16-18, 2023.

This symposium includes opportunities to:

  • Hear about the impact the Talent Development Program has had on its students, faculty, alumni, and the ASO. Meet the speakers ›
  • Learn about the growing National Collective for Musical Pathways and how organizations can support the movement
  • Explore the impact of professional fellowship programs and how collaboration can strengthen them
  • Follow a TDP alum’s journey to the professional stage
  • Discuss program development ideas with peers running pre-college and professional training programs for classical musicians of color
  • Strategize with a wide range of stakeholders how the field can improve collaboration, outcomes, and impact in the years to come

Be part of the conversation that sparks insights, ideas, and initiatives for equity-based programs across the nation. View event details and register below. Registration closes on November 6, 2023.

Please contact Paula Wilson at paula@equityarc.org  with questions regarding this event.

Symposium Overview

Thursday, November 16

Friday, November 17

  • 9am: Breakfast
  • 10am-12pm: Insights from TDP and National Collective for Musical Pathways
    Featuring TDP program managers, students, alumni, and faculty & Equity Arc
  • 12-1pm: Lunch
  • 1-2:30pm: Insights Behind ASO Fellowship Program and Beyond
    Featuring Denielle Wilson and orchestral fellows from past and present
  • 4-6pm: Breakout Conversations focused on Professional training programs

Saturday, November 18

  • 9am: Breakfast
  • 10-12:30pm: Report Out and Roundtable Discussion to Identify Next Steps
  • 12:30pm: Closing Luncheon with Keynote address and Performance by Michelle Cann
  • 3pm: TDP30 Musicale: An Alumni Celebration

Registration

2023 Building Bridges Symposium Registration

Registration is $75 for Equity Arc members and $125 for non-members. Register by November 6, 2023.

Registration includes:

1) Access to all Summit sessions

2) Breakfast and lunch on Nov. 17 and Nov. 18

3) Complimentary tickets to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra concert (Nov. 16) and TDP30 Musicale: An Alumni Celebration (Nov. 18)

Online registration for the Building Bridges Symposium is now closed. Please direct questions to Paula Wilson at paula@equityarc.org

Plan Your Experience

Event Location

The 2023 Building Bridges Symposium will be held in the Memorial Arts Building Galleria located at The Woodruff Arts Center (1280 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30309). View campus map ›

Hotels

Book your stay for a discounted rate at the below hotels:

Kimpton Shane Hotel (.5 miles from The Woodruff Arts Center)
Address: 1340 W. Peachtree Street NW Atlanta Georgia 30309
Reserve your discounted room ›

Residence Inn Atlanta Midtown/Peachtree at 17th (.6 miles from The Woodruff Arts Center)
Address: 1365 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, Georgia 30309
Rate Details: Book by October 17 to receive discounted rate of $139 per night
Reserve your discounted room ›

Ground Transportation & Parking

From Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is located 13 miles from the Woodruff Arts Center.

Ground transportation options include:

By Car
Parking is available in the Woodruff Arts Center Garage located at 1280 Peachtree St. More parking & driving info ›

Dining

Breakfast and lunch will be provided on Friday and Saturday to symposium attendees. Browse nearby dining options for meals that are not included.

Details

Start:
November 16, 2023
End:
November 18, 2023
Cost:
$75 – $125
Event Category:

Organizers

Equity Arc
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

Venue

Woodruff Arts Center
1280 Peachtree St NE
Atlanta, GA 30309 + Google Map
View Venue Website