Dear Friends, It’s hard to believe that the end of our 72nd season is here. And what a year it has been! This year, 519 musicians, student, amateur and professional, have performed 33 concerts, and sold almost 7000 tickets. The GSO presented the World Premiere of Liminal: An Atlanta Concerto, by our own Artistic Director […]
The GSO’s 72nd season has connected our community with incredible and meaningful performances from our orchestra and jazz ensembles, chorus and GYSO ensembles. We have also been very lucky to count on the support of talented guest musicians and artists. To conclude our season, we are ending on the highest of notes with the spinning […]
We continue learning about the GSO Jazz! musicians who will be performing at the upcoming Radiohead Jazz Project performance on April 15. Learn more about the musical journeys of Tim Aucoin and Trey Wright below. Tim Aucoin, Bass What made you become a musician?Growing up in New Orleans, music was part of every event. Music as […]
We recently connected with a few of the musicians who play with GSO Jazz! Learn more about their musical journey and interests by reading below. Mace Hibbard, Saxophone What made you become a musician?I come from a family of musicians, so I suppose it is in the stars. What instruments do you play?Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet and […]
We are excited to announce that Timothy Verville is hosting an insightful lecture at the Tim D. Lee Senior Center on April 12, 2023, for Cobb County older adults. Attendees will listen to several musical selections and compare how different versions of the same piece can alter the message of the music. When: April 12, […]
Our Sensory Friendly series is back, with two event times on April 15. Join us at the Marietta Performing Arts Center for a 50-minute program where you can move around, dance, speak or vocalize while exploring the world of classical music. This event is designed especially for individuals with sensory sensitivities and their families. It […]
Auditions are now open for the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras (GYSO) 2023-2024 Season! As members of GYSO, students enjoy continuing their musical development in a nurturing and supportive environment while performing at the highest level during a full season of concerts. Each ensemble is led by professionals in their fields who provide comprehensive music experiences for students […]
The Radiohead Jazz Project is back! Join the GSO Jazz Ensemble and Director Sam Skelton for a unique and engaging exploration of the music by English rock band Radiohead on April 15 at 8:00 PM at The Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre. Radiohead is one of the most recognized rock bands of the early […]
This year’s GSO Celebrity Luncheon will be remembered as one of its best, thanks to Ambassador Andrew Young, who delivered the keynote address. The sold-out event took place on March 18, 2023, at the Marietta Country Club. The excitement inside the venue was palpable as both longtime GSO patrons and first-time supporters awaited the living […]
Since 2006, the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra (GYSO) has been a space for young minds to explore their musical creativity and talent through performance. GYSO comprises five orchestras, a jazz ensemble, a percussion ensemble, instrumental chamber ensembles, and a youth chorus. It is the largest youth orchestra program in the southeast, providing members with a […]