Fall Into Spring
October - May
Grades 6 - 12
Applications due August 15
Summer Intensive Program
Late June - Early August
Grades 6 - 12
Applications due April 1
Chamber Music Competition
Memorial Day Weekend
Middle & High School Divisions
Entry Forms due April 15
What's Happening at Franklin Pond
2026 Competition Winners Announced
We are proud to announce the winners of our 10th Annual Chamber Music Competition. View the full list of winners […]
Fall Into Spring Finale Concert Recap
May is always such a wonderful time for Franklin Pond. We hosted our annual Fall Into Spring Finale Concert on […]
Strelitzia Trio Competes in Fischoff Semifinals
Our Strelitzia Trio-Lucas Liu (violin), Ryan Pi (cello), and Melvin Xu (piano)-competed in the Junior String Division Semifinals of the […]
Important Dates
August 15
2026-2027 Fall Into Spring Applications Due
Masterclasses and all concerts are open to the public, with no tickets necessary.
About Us
Franklin Pond is a year-round chamber music program for young string students in grades 6 through 12. Through the study of chamber music, student develop their artistic and interpretive talents, as well as strengthen their leadership, expression, and communication skills. Students have regular coachings with coaching artists, members from the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, masterclasses with guest artists from all over the nation, special classes like career development, eurythmics, and Alexander Technique, and multiple opportunities to perform in public.
Leadership Team
Ronda Respess
Founder & Artistic Director
fpcm@franklinpond.org
404-252-3479
Ginny Fairchild
Program Manager & Competition Manager
ginnyfairchild@franklinpond.org
404-274-5102
Lachlan McBane
Manager of Fall Into Spring
lachlanmcbane@franklinpond.org
770-312-3256
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Franklin Pond Supporters
Franklin Pond Chamber Music. is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization (tax ID number 36-4509425) under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
4835 Franklin Pond Road
Atlanta, GA 30342
404-252-3479