About Spirit of Atlanta
Founded in 1976, Spirit of Atlanta is a non-profit youth arts organization that enriches young lives through the transformative power of music and performance. Located in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, we are renowned for our bold, innovative shows and a culture that cultivates passion, discipline, and creativity.
Our Mission
We create life-changing experiences for performers and audiences alike. Each season, Spirit of Atlanta unites talented musicians, dancers, and visual artists from across the country. With months of rigorous training under the guidance of world-class educators, these young artists become a cohesive ensemble, competing at the highest levels of drum corps. Through music, movement, and storytelling, we engage audiences in performances that embody the dynamic spirit of Atlanta.
Support Our Journey
As a nonprofit, we depend on the support of donors, volunteers, alumni, and fans who share our belief in the power of music and education. Every donation, ticket purchase, and cheer helps us continue our mission to inspire, educate, and empower the next generation of leaders and artists.
“With every beat, every breath, and every mile traveled, we forge a legacy of courage, unity, and resilience. Spirit of Atlanta is more than performance—it’s a journey that empowers us to rise beyond limits and inspire the world.”
Our Mission
The mission of Spirit of Atlanta is to provide youth with opportunities to develop and refine artistic, athletic, performance, and personal skills through positive, high-quality, and challenging arts education programs that emphasize character building, a strong work ethic, teamwork, and the pursuit of performance excellence.
Our Core Values
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Safety - our commitment to protecting youth is our first and most important responsibility
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Accountability - we empower each other to take ownership of our actions.
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Education - we provide a world-class learning experience.
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Respect - we value everyone and treat people with dignity and professionalism.
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Integrity - we make responsible decisions based on professional standards.
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Inclusion - we embrace diversity equity and inclusion.
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Excellence - we commit ourselves to a higher standard and strive to be the best versions of ourselves in everything we do.