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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 […]

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 […]

A Decade of Vision: Conductor Timothy Verville Marks 10 Years with the Georgia Symphony Orchestra

 By Kim Ellet, GSO Development Director When Dr. Timothy Verville first stepped onto the podium of the Georgia Symphony Orchestra (GSO) ten years ago, he was drawn to two things: the orchestra’s long history and the promise of its community. “The GSO had already been in the community for over 60 years,” he recalled. “That […]

From Lolli-Pops to Legacy: How the GSO Has Shaped Young Musicians for Generations

By  Suzanne Tucker, Georgia Symphony Orchestra This is the third installment of our special anniversary series, published in the August 13 edition of the MDJ. As we celebrate 75 years of music, connection, and community, the MDJ is generously joining us to help share our story. Each month, this collaboration will bring you behind-the-scenes glimpses […]

GSO Spotlight: Rebecca Strojan Weaver

Musician-at-heart, GYSO mom, and now leading the board into our next era. If you told Rebecca Strojan Weaver back in her Suzuki violin days that she’d one day be chairing the board of a historic symphony orchestra, she might have laughed—and then picked up her violin. Or french horn. Or headed off to church choir […]

A Letter from GSO Music Director and Conductor

Dear Friends, Our 74th season concludes Saturday, May 17, with “We the People.” Our final concert will include something extraordinary – a world premiere that’s both deeply personal and powerfully relevant. “Requiem Americano” was born from a time of uncertainty and reflection. Composed over two years following the onset of the pandemic, this work became […]

GSO Spotlight: Bryan Black and Uzee Brown

Georgia Symphony Orchestra Chorus & Uzee Brown Choraliers Embark on UK/Ireland Tour The Georgia Symphony Orchestra Chorus (founded in 2007, directed by Dr. Bryan Black) and the Uzee Brown Choraliers (founded in 2009, directed by Dr. Uzee Brown) have shared a long and dynamic collaboration—one that has now led them to an exciting UK/Ireland tour […]

Georgia Symphony Orchestra’s Season Finale Features World Premiere Performance

Music director and Timothy Verville will debut a new original piece The Georgia Symphony Orchestra closes its 74th season on Saturday, May 17, with We the People, featuring the world premiere of “Requiem Americano,” a new original piece by music director and conductor, Timothy Verville.  We the People will delve into various perspectives on American […]

Concert Recap: Suite Treats Delights a Full House!

The Georgia Symphony Orchestra’s Suite Treats concert was a resounding success, filling the hall with an eager audience of all ages. From classical masterpieces to cinematic favorites, the evening’s eclectic program captivated listeners with some of the most beloved orchestral suites of all time.  The program featured stirring selections from Swan Lake, the dramatic intensity of Othello, the enchanting […]

GSO Spotlight: Dr. Julia Bullard

For nearly twenty years, the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra (GYSO) has been inspiring young people to discover their full potential through creativity and performance. Such a legacy has been made possible, but the leadership of talented and passionate musicians and educators, and our current faculty are no exception!