The ATLANTA CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL is a seven-day residential music festival for middle and high school students of all orchestral instruments, jazz, and piano. ACMF stands out as one of very few festivals in the country with a chamber music focus for pre-college students, boasting an artist-faculty of the highest caliber in the Southeast, world renowned guest artists, thoughtful course offerings, and outstanding performance ensembles. All of this takes place on the historic campus of Emory University in Atlanta, GA, where evening activities include social events, trips to Emory Village, and concerts by our artist-faculty and guest artists. The experiences and connections students make during their inspiring week at ACMF last a lifetime!

"ACMF was the perfect balance of a demanding program and a supportive atmosphere. I was exhausted in the best way, and left a better player than I came in. I can't wait to go back next year!"

The Program

ACMF provides a comprehensive musical experience for students. Now in its tenth season, ACMF is rapidly earning its place among prestigious festivals nationwide for its thoughtful and original programming for the training of young musicians. Read about the different elements that make up the festival program.

The Faculty

ACMF boasts an artist-faculty of the highest caliber in the Southeast. Students will study the members of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the Atlanta Opera Orchestra, the Atlanta Ballet Orchestra, the faculties of the University of Georgia, Emory University, Kennesaw State University, and many more. Read more.