FASO utilizes music as a unifying force to celebrate and build bridges among diverse cultures, while providing a platform for marginalized voices.

Programs include:
1) The annual FASO Season of performances engages 75 musicians, 10-50 performers, plus 30-40 youth in the Youth String Ensemble and Junior Orchestra. Presenting a synthesis of musical genres, FASO annually engages 5,000+ attendees in person and reaches over 1.9 million online.
FASO Education & Outreach Program: Year-round, FASO empowers 100-300 students, ages 8-18, from underserved communities by providing comprehensive music instruction in instrumental, vocals, songwriting, and musicianship through its Education & Outreach Program. To enrich students’ experiences, FASO offers performance opportunities in mainstream venues and competitions. Currently, 30-50 youth participate in FASO’s ensembles: the Youth String Orchestra and Junior Orchestra. In 2024, both ensembles won first place at the Festival of Music at Knotts Berry Farm.

Key Accomplishments:
To date, FASO has presented over 20 symphony concerts featuring over 100 original compositions, released 5 albums, engaged 2,000+ artists, served 1,000+ students, and reached over 5 million local and global audiences.