AADGT

The American Association for Development of the Gifted and Talented

Welcome to AADGT's website. We hope you enjoy learning about AADGT and our work in the world of music. For nearly twenty years AADGT has worked with extraordinarily talented young musicians from around the world. Our aim is to help talented aspiring artists to reach the pinnacle of their potential. Our premier concert is "The Passion of Music" held at Carnegie Hall in New York City.

International Young Gifted Musicians Festival

"PASSION OF MUSIC 2014"

Winners' concerts at Weill Recital Hall at the Carnegie Hall

March 30 & May 3, 2014

AADGT International Young Gifted Musicians Festival "Passion of Music 2014" Ihas been established as an entrée into the world of classical music performance for those who deeply love music.

Applications and detailed information will be published on the festival's site on August 1, 2013

The American Association for Development of the Gifted and Talented (AADGT) is widely recognized as one of the leading non-profit organizations that supports American and International young artists.

"I wanted to congratulate you on AADGT’s continued pursuit of excellence in supporting and encouraging young classical musicians throughout the world. Over the years that I have known your organization, I have been impressed with the level of AADGT’s professionalism and your unique ability to recognize the next generation of musicians."

Martha Argerich

"Many heartleft congratulations on the fine work you and your organization are doing, and I hope that AADGT continues to receive the support it deserves."

Evgeny Kissin

"During these times of decreased public funding for classical music, AADGT stands as a beacon of hope for the young artists and the classical music community. "

Maxim Vengerov

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Please support AADGT's work. We are grateful for your donation. AADGT is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization. Thank you in advance for your support.

AADGT's work with talented young musicians has gained international recognition and praise from leading classical musicians.

Our premier event, The Passion of Music, has received extensive American and international media coverage.

France's TF1 and America's CBS Television Network have aired documentaries about AADGT (TF1) and interviews with the Passion of Music's participants (CBS).