Welcome to a new year in the creation of music at Jackson High School Orchestra programs. I am very excited to be part of this wonderful community. I am happy that you are part of our orchestras; your talent and musicianship is an asset to the artistic music environment in our society. The orchestra program at Jackson High School performs each year in several concerts and festivals. I believe music is a powerful tool to transform our society positively. I will work with all my energy to keep up the excellent tradition of music performance at Jackson and with dedication from students and parents; we will continue to achieve even greater success. Students in the orchestra program at Jackson High School have participated in Governor’s Honor Program, District Honor Orchestra, University of Georgia Honor Orchestra, Georgia All-State Orchestra, Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra, Emory Youth Orchestra, Metropolitan Youth Orchestra, Atlanta Music Project, The Buckhead Youth Orchestra and many other noteworthy ensembles and events. Everyone in the orchestra is a winner; they learn to work together in harmony and in a healthy environment. Some students will become professional musicians; others will love and appreciate arts and its global culture. If you have any questions, please call me at school at 404-802-5266 or by e-mail at: sergio.rodriguez@atlanta.k12.ga.us. I know you are going to enjoy our orchestra programs. Music is my life and I am so honored to share it with you. Musically yours, Sergio Rodriguez Director of Orchestras
