Est. 1979 - YBA is 43 years old and still counting...
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History and Background
Young Blacks in Action Incorporated, (YBA) Community Band and Dancettes is a community based group established in 1979. YBA’s objective is to develop ages 4-21 youth’s, artistic talents and capacities, to promote self-actualization and to elevate Orlando Area Youth through the participation in Cultural Arts Programming. YBA is now in partnership with Paramore Kids Zone (PKZ). YBA is a Central Florida tradition that is formerly organized as a Florida Non-Profit Organization and a 501(c)3. Originally established by Director and Founder Howard Tate “Mr. Flute” Gentry, more than 6,500 Central Florida youth have participated as proud members of YBA The members are co-ed and in the past there has been more than 150 participants in the group during the performance season. Currently, there are more than 50 active participants. |
Who We Are0Members learn syncopated dance steps and percussion skills through practice, practice, practice!!! Practices are held Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Grand Avenue Park. The address for the 700 Grand St, Orlando, FL 32805. Also practice is at the Dr. James R. Smith Center which is located at 1723 Bruton Blvd, Orlando, FL 32805 on selected days. And practice is held at the Northwest Community Center located at 3955 WD Judge Dr, Orlando, FL 32808 on selected days. If you want to become a member, supporter, or volunteer, please come by a practice or call Mr. Flute at (407) 739-3388 or email at yba1979@yahoo.com.
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Director and FounderHoward Tate Gentry is the Founder and Director whose roots run deep in Orlando and Central Florida.
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Want to Help!YBA is a 501c3 nonprofit Community Youth Organization. YBA is now 42 years old. Started in 1979, more than 10,000 students have participated in this organization. Several of the students have went on to participate in their Middle, High School, and College Bands due to their training received in YBA!
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