Orchestra Noir Conductor Puts Black Kids First: ‘You Have Classical Music As a Career Choice’ – Atlanta Black Star Orchestra Noir is likely the kind of ensemble you’ve never seen or heard before.

Conducted by lifelong classical musician Jason Ikeem Rodgers, the all-Black orchestra will shake up the music scene with “Night at the Symphony” Friday, March 31, at Atlanta’s Center Stage Theater with a can’t-miss performance that fuses classical and popular music.

Founded in 2010, the Atlanta Music Project provides intensive, tuition-free music education for underserved youth right in their neighborhood.

The Atlanta Music Project believes the pursuit of musical excellence leads to the development of confidence, creativity and ambition, thus sparking positive social change in the individuals and the communities we serve.

Mission Statement
“To inspire social change by providing Atlanta’s underserved youth the opportunity to learn and perform music in orchestras and choirs.” (Atlanta Music Project).