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A Week in the Life of the GSO

(Spoiler: We Don’t Just Work on Concert Nights) By Suzanne Tucker If you’ve ever wondered what happens at the Georgia Symphony Orchestra between concerts, I’m delighted to report: quite a lot. Here’s just a glimpse of what one recent week looked like: It began with big-picture conversations about impact. We joined the Neuro Arts Coalition […]

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 […]

Church Street Chronicles: From Black Eyed Peas to Bebop

As part of our 75th Anniversary celebration, we’re excited to feature a new storytelling series in The Score, written by Paige Perkins and told through the voice of our fictional friend, Pert- the GSO’s most enthusiastic (and possibly longest-serving) supporter. With humor, heart, and a healthy dose of Southern charm, Pert will guide readers through […]

Church Street Chronicles: Christmas Traditions

As part of our 75th Anniversary celebration, we’re excited to feature a new storytelling series in The Score, written by Paige Perkins and told through the voice of our fictional friend, Pert- the GSO’s most enthusiastic (and possibly longest-serving) supporter. With humor, heart, and a healthy dose of Southern charm, Pert will guide readers through […]

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: […]

Church Street Chronicles: Pick a Favorite? Impossible!

As part of our 75th Anniversary celebration, we’re excited to feature a new storytelling series in The Score, written by Paige Perkins and told through the voice of our fictional friend, Pert- the GSO’s most enthusiastic (and possibly longest-serving) supporter. With humor, heart, and a healthy dose of Southern charm, Pert will guide readers through […]

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 […]

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 […]