BON 2025 Summit
Join us for a powerful day of connection, conversation, and cultural celebration at the Black Orchestral Network’s 3rd Annual Summit—a gathering that places Black artistry and leadership in classical music front and center.
Sunday, October 19 | Atlanta Music Project | 10am-5pm
Atlanta, GA
October 19
10am-5pm
The BON Summit is a FREE, one-day convening for those committed to building equity in classical music. This event gathers Black musicians, cultural organizers, and equity-driven allies to shape a more just future for classical music. Through powerful conversations, performances, and community building, we’ll affirm our brilliance, challenge outdated systems, and imagine what’s next.
BON 2025 Summit Information
Explore the BON 2025 agenda to see a full day of engaging sessions, conversations, and moments built for connection. We kickoff at 9:00 AM with coffee and bites, include thought-provoking discussions throughout the morning and afternoon, a shared lunch on site, and a special award presentation. Every part of the day is designed to move us forward together — from storytelling to community building, and real conversations to real change.
Venue
Atlanta Music Project
883 Dill Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
Free REGISTRATION
Join us for the BON 2025 Summit, a full day dedicated to centering and supporting Black voices in the orchestral field. This event is free to attend and participate in — open to musicians, educators, students, administrators, and advocates everywhere. Reserve your spot and be part of a day focused on learning, connection, and action.
Things to Do in ATL
While you're in town, explore Atlanta's rich Black history, vibrant food scene, and world-class arts institutions.
Meet the voices shaping BON 2025. Our panelists are a diverse spectrum of artists, educators, administrators, and changemakers — each bringing bold ideas, lived experiences, and passionate leadership to their work. Together, they’ll share stories, spark conversations, and cast a vision for what orchestral culture can — and should — be.
Plan Your Stay
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