Upper School Music
Band, String Orchestra and Jazz Band are Fine Arts electives in the Upper School curriculum at Athens Academy. Participation in these programs can fulfill the Fine Arts graduation requirement. These programs are performance oriented. Band concerts are performed in the fall and spring; string orchestra concerts are held in the fall, winter, and spring. The Jazz Band holds winter and spring performances.
These groups also provide music for the school community at special events throughout the year.
Many music students compete outside the classroom at the GMEA (Georgia Music Educators Association) All-State Band and All-State Orchestra Competitions. Some Academy musicians also choose to participate in the Athens Youth Symphony.