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Georgia Symphony Orchestra - Celebrating 75 Seasons

GSO Celebrates Diamond Anniversary with a Spectacular Lineup of Concerts

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MARIETTA, GA. (June 2, 2025) –  The Georgia Symphony Orchestra is proud to announce its 2025-26 season in celebration of the organization’s 75th season. Led by Music Director and Conductor Timothy Verville, the multifaceted arts organization continues to set itself apart by offering an array of innovative orchestral, choral, jazz, family, and sensory-friendly […]

Meet Our New GYSO Directors

Join us in welcoming our new GYSO directors for the 2025–2026 season. Dr. David Doke, Philharmonic Orchestra. Dr. Will Whitehead, Camerata Orchestra. If you are already part of GYSO, be sure to follow us on Instagram for special announcements, season updates, student spotlights, and more.

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 […]

A Toast to Jazz, Juleps, and Generosity

Thank you to everyone who made our Jazz & Juleps FUNdraiserMay 1. This memorable evening was held at Mockingbird Hill, the stunning historic Victorian home of Rusty and Sandra Slider. It provided a perfect setting backdrop for our Derby-themed night filled with music, flavor, and community spirit. This exquisite evening featured:  We are incredibly thankful […]

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 […]

Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra Announces Open Auditions

The Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra (GYSO) is holding open auditions for the 2025–26 season beginning April 21. Metro-area elementary through high school instrumentalists are invited to join the program and become part of its 20-year legacy of nurturing young talent. Founded in 2006, GYSO is one of the largest youth orchestra programs in the Southeast, […]

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!