WHO WE ARE

Since 1996, Creative Impressions has impacted the lives of over 900 youth across Richmond, Columbia, Burke, McDuffie, Aiken, Edgefield, and Richland counties. Through weekly sessions, members ages 8-18 receive training in music theory, sight-singing, performance techniques, and other essential music fundamentals. We also provide both group and individual mentorship to foster personal growth. Currently, 42 youth are enrolled from Richmond, Columbia, McDuffie, and Burke counties.

Performance highlights include representing at President George W. Bush’s first National Youth Summit in Washington, D.C., in 2002, and performing at the National Youth Sports Program Conference at Disney World in 2003. Creative Impressions also participated in Coca-Cola's Pay-It-Forward closing events in Atlanta, GA, in 2015 and 2016.

Locally, the organization regularly collaborates with the Augusta Chorale, Augusta Choral Society, and Augusta Symphony. Through these experiences, Creative Impressions has nurtured many talented musicians and leaders who have gone on to excel as professionals and community ambassadors. Our alumni have pursued careers in fields such as law, medicine, education, and the arts, including service in the armed forces. No matter their path, our students carry with them a passion for the arts and an understanding of its transformative impact on society.