Franklin Pond Chamber Music

06/10/2026

Big congratulations to our incredible seniors! 🎓🎻

🎓 Waverly Alexander, violin
🎓 Andy Fang, piano
🎓 Reagan Gary, viola
🎓 Brady Huesken, viola
🎓 Dylan Im, cello
🎓 Tristan Lewis, violin
🎓 Lucas Liu, violin
🎓 Maggie Liu, cello

From the countless hours of rehearsal to the breathtaking final chords on stage, it has been an absolute joy to watch you grow as musicians, leaders, and individuals. You have left an indelible mark on our program, and we are so proud of everything you’ve accomplished.

As you turn the page to your next chapter, we know you will continue to bring harmony and excellence wherever you go.

Once a Ponder, Always a Ponder. 🐸💚

06/02/2026

🌟 A special CONGRATULATIONS to the Franklin Pond Alumni who graduated from high school this year!! 🎓

🎓 Waverly Alexander, Violin (2020, 2021, 2024-25, 2025-26)

🎓 Sonayon Ayeni, Viola (2023)

🎓 Tristan Lewis, Violin (2024, 2025-26)

👏👏 Congratulations to our TDP Seniors!

Waverly Alexander, violin
College Decision: Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University
Intended Major: Violin Performance

Tristan Lewis, violin
College Decision: Columbus State University, Schwob School of Music
Intended Major: Violin Performance

Kalea Walker, violin
College Decision: University of Pennsylvania
Intended Major: Undecided

Sonayon Ayeni, viola
College Decision: University of Georgia, Hugh Hodgson School of Music
Intended Major: Music Performance/Music Education

Sean Mouzon, horn
College Decision: Southern University and A&M College
Intended Major: Music Performance

Brielle Brown, horn
College Decision: University of Michigan, School of Music, Theater, and Dance
Intended Major: Music Performance, French Horn

Myron Leonard, harp
College Decision: Manhattan School of Music
Intended Major: Harp Performance

Amber Nelms, harp
College Decision: Vanderbilt University, Blair School of Music
Intended Major: Harp Performance

Alexandra Price, harp
College Decision: Bard College Conservatory of Music
Intended Major: Music Performance, Harp

05/27/2026

The results are in! 🏆🎶 We are thrilled to officially announce the winners of our 10th Annual Chamber Music Competition.

The talent, dedication, and artistry displayed by all of these young musicians this year was absolutely incredible. We are so proud of everyone who took the stage.

Check out the full list of this year's winning ensembles:
🔗 franklinpond.org/chamber-music-competition/ #2026-winners

05/26/2026

May is always such a wonderful time for Franklin Pond! 🌸🎻 We are still beaming from our Fall Into Spring Finale Concert earlier this month.

Our students took the stage and delivered breathtaking performances. Watching their growth, teamwork, and artistry culminate in this finale was incredibly moving, and a true testament to their hard work all season long.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our wonderful faculty and coaches for their tireless mentorship, to the parents for their endless support, and to our amazing community for filling the room with so much warmth and applause.

Cheers to our students on a spectacular concert! 🎶👏

05/23/2026

Beautiful music this Memorial Day weekend. Family-friendly, free, and open to the public.

Join us on May 24th as Metro-Atlanta middle- and high school student chamber ensembles give their victory performances in the grand finale of the Franklin Pond Chamber Music Competition at Spivey Hall! Admission is free and open to the public. We hope to see you this Sunday to celebrate all their hard work.
More info here: https://spiveyhall.org/events/event/franklin-pond-chamber-music-competition-awards-concert-3/

05/23/2026

It’s Competition weekend! 🎼

Let’s hear it for all of our finalists!! 👏
🔗 franklinpond.org/chamber-music-competition/ #2026-finalists

Can’t wait to see you on Sunday!

05/15/2026

So true!

'You have to be kind, make friends and be able to play chamber music, because that’s real communication between musicians'

Cellist David Finckel shares his life lessons, discussing his inspirations and the power of sound. Link in comments 🎻

📷 Lisa-Marie Mazzucco

David Finckel and Wu Han | Music at Menlo | The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

05/15/2026

"The kids rocked the house! Some very impressive musicians in this bunch.” -Event videographer

We agree! 👏💚

05/15/2026

The Dolce Vita Quartet played beautifully at the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra concert last weekend (Sunday, May 10). Symphony Hall—full of parents, students, and supporters—was amazingly quiet throughout their performance of the first movement of Haydn’s famous “Sunrise” string quartet.

Many thanks to the ASYO and music director, William Langley for giving them this opportunity.

05/14/2026

We are so excited! All are welcome! 🎶

The Awards Concert is free and open to the public, but reserve your tickets!
🔗 https://spiveyhall.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/ #/instances/a0FVu00000Iih29MAB