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Concert Recap: Big Band and Beyond Brings Big Energy to the Stage

Big Band and Beyond delivered an unforgettable evening of swing, sophistication, and pure musical joy, filling the hall with vibrant energy from start to finish. Under the direction of Tim Verville, the orchestra was in top form, guiding audiences through a program that celebrated the richness and range of big band and jazz traditions. One […]

Donor Spotlight: Rose & Jeff Whittingham

By: Kim Ellet Drawn Together by Music—and by What It Makes Possible When Rose Whittingham sang Carmina Burana with the Georgia Symphony Orchestra Chorus three years ago, it felt like a natural extension of a lifetime spent making music. Sitting in the audience that night was her husband, Jeff, experiencing GSO live for the first […]

Community and Commitment Inspire GSO’s Musicians

This article is the seventh installment in our special anniversary series, originally published in the Marietta Daily Journal. As the Georgia Symphony Orchestra celebrates 75 years of music, connection, and community, the MDJ continues to generously partner with us to help share our story. Through this ongoing collaboration, we’re offering behind-the-scenes glimpses into the heart […]

Raising the Next Generation of Musicians — and Leaders

By: Suzanne Tucker Behind every great performance is a young person learning not only how to play an instrument, but how to listen, collaborate, persevere, and lead. At the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra (GYSO), musical excellence is the goal—but personal growth is the outcome. This year, several GYSO students exemplify what’s possible when talent meets […]

A Symphony of Holiday Memories: GSO’s Festive Traditions Through the Years

by Kim Ellet, Georgia Symphony Orchestra For 75 years, the Georgia Symphony Orchestra has been part of Marietta’s holiday rhythm—bringing neighbors, families, and friends together through the shared joy of live music. As the orchestra celebrates its Diamond Anniversary Season in 2025–2026, it also celebrates a tradition that has evolved alongside the community it serves: […]

From the Stage to the Page: Celebrating 75 Years of the Georgia Symphony Orchestra

We’re proud to share our special commemorative section, created in partnership with the Marietta Daily Journal, now available to read on our website. This beautiful feature brings the Georgia Symphony Orchestra’s remarkable 75-year history to life-celebrating our musicians, our music, and our enduring connection to the community. We extend heartfelt thanks to the MDJ for their partnership and […]

Opera Meets Broadway in the Georgia Symphony Orchestra’s “Drama and Destiny”

Featuring internationally acclaimed soprano Indra Thomas Prepare for an unforgettable evening where the grandeur of opera meets the magic of Broadway! The Georgia Symphony Orchestra (GSO) proudly presents Drama and Destiny: Opera Meets Broadway on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. in the Bailey Performance Center. This sweeping musical journey explores timeless stories of […]

Singing with Joy: A Conversation with Soprano Indra Thomas

When Indra Thomas sings, there’s more than sound — there’s light. Her voice fills the hall with both grandeur and intimacy, but it’s her joy that lingers longest. In a recent conversation with GSO Executive Director Suzanne Tucker, Thomas reflected on the path that led her from the church pews of Georgia to opera houses […]

GSO Honored with Proclamation from Cobb County Board of Commissioners

On September 23, the Georgia Symphony Orchestra (GSO) was recognized at the Cobb County Board of Commissioners meeting with a proclamation celebrating the organization’s 75 years of service to the community. This honor underscores the GSO’s long-standing role in enriching the cultural life of Cobb County and beyond. A Musical Welcome to the Celebration Before […]

It’s GAME ON for the Georgia Symphony Orchestra

Experience the ultimate mashup of gaming nostalgia and epic symphonic sound. The Georgia Symphony Orchestra (GSO) is pressing “play” on an unforgettable adventure with Level Up! Music from Video Games on Saturday, October 11, featuring both a sensory-friendly and a family concert. From the instantly recognizable Super Mario Bros. theme to the sweeping landscapes of […]