Georgia Symphony Orchestra, Inc.

I have played in this orchestra for over 20 years as a volunteer. It is a great organization to be a part of!

From the wonderful concerts to the focus on the youth in our area, this nonprofit is a winner in all areas. We have enjoyed coming to the concerts for over 25 years.

I would use the terms informal or casual for the setting of the GSO but fear that diminishes the great feeling of intimacy it gave on our second attendance, Rhapsody in Blue. The evening was wonderful and we even had a feeling of our own participation not found in large venues. The comments of the conductor further brought home the personal feeling of the evening.

The Georgia Symphony is engaging and an important part of the Marietta and Cobb County community.

The Georgia Symphony Orchestra has delivered quality music to the Northwest Atlanta area for over 74 years. But it is also the largest youth orchestra program in the Southeast. And is boasts a100 person chorus and a world class GSO Jazz. It is intent on ensuring that the entire community enjoys the benefits of live music. My wife and I have sung in the symphony chorus for the nearly 20 years since its inception. It has enriched our lives immeasurably. We think of the chorus as our family and we enjoy giving the gift of music to our friends and neighbors.

My first experience at a GSO event was magnificent! I took my daughter and her family to the Family Friendly Disney event. We all LOVED it! Such a wonderful way to expose people of all ages to the symphony! My 18 month old grandson “danced” his way through the show! Beautiful music, terrific atmosphere - can’t wait for the Holiday Pops show!

What a wonderful and well-run organization! Love the festive and family-friendly events.

GSO is a standout organization that connects the local community to the arts. This orchestra is accessibility in the truest form, offering a high-quality experience that is welcoming to all.

The GSO is a top notch musical organization and an important resource in developing the musical abilities for children and young adults.

This organization absolutely deserves five stars and more! Programming that the GSO offers to our community is so well-planned and stunningly executed - everyone that I talk with who attended a concert raves about the performances. Our conductor Timothy Verville casts a wide net when he is researching potential composers and material. He consistently delivers unusual, thought-provoking programming featuring a diverse range of composers from around the globe. If you haven't seen the GSO, now is the time to buy tickets (the holiday pops concerts can sell out quickly), or season tickets - they make wonderful holiday gifts!

The Georgia Symphony Orchestra fulfills a unique role in the Atlanta area, providing both top-notch professional orchestral performances and needed educational opportunities. So many young musicians have benefited from the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra, both in the instruction offered and in the performances. A neighbor has a child who has gone several times to the sensory-friendly performances; this is a child who cannot attend regular musical presentations, but the neighbor says her son is transfixed by the GSO presentations. A great organization which has served Cobb County and the northern arc of Atlanta for decades and is now reaching out farther in the state, poised for even greater success.

I sing in the Symphony Chorus; I'm on the Board; and I have acted as legal counsel on a pro bono basis for the organization with respect to a number of matters. I only invest my professional and personal time (as well as whatever musical talent I have to offer) because I believe so strongly in the GSO -- both its mission and the people who work so hard to bring that mission to fruition.

The value that GSO brings to the community extends far beyond providing great classical, choral and jazz music. GYSO, the youth symphony, is the largest in the southeast providing an opportunity for hundreds of students to participate in an endeavor proven to enhance academic performance. The Sensory Friendly Concert series provides children with autism and their families with a “not a dry eye in the place” experience. The GSO’s outreach to seniors and veterans contributes to their cognitive and mental health.

When it comes to serving the community, GSO is simply extraordinary!

I have volunteered with numerous organizations over the years, and GSO is BY FAR MY Favorite! I love greeting the patrons and sharing in their excitement for attending the shows. I've volunteered for two of the Holiday shows and plan to make it an annual event. And I still get goosebumps thinking about the Carmina Burana performance! I truly enjoy volunteering with the GSO and am looking forward to continuing to do so.

The GSO is a phenomenal organization bringing amazing arts and arts education to the Greater Atlanta Area. Thank you to the musicians and staff for doing important work!

Over many years I have been involved with the Georgia Symphony Orchestra. The organization consistently produces fine music for the enjoyment of all. The Youth Symphony and Sensory Friendly concerts provide opportunities for many age groups to experience quality classical music. The Music Director often programs pieces by new or less known composers

GSO rates as a fantastic organization! Their commitment to excellence in all areas, including access to the arts for all, youth education, and management of often-limited resources, makes them worthy of support from many avenues.

The experience they created for families with sensory challenges was beyond amazing, thoughtful, and inclusive. Can't thank the GSO enough for allowing people to truly be their authentic selves without judgment or criticism.

To a crowd of friends and family of some with disabilities The GSO gave a delightful and entertaining hour of music! Maybe one of my favorite ever of their concerts! All of the songs were familiar to most with some accompanied by their chorus. We will definitely attend the next one! The kids thoroughly enjoyed the petting zoo of instruments before it began. They were allowed to play the cello and triangle and handbells and much more!

After ordering a ticket I was expecting a great experience. Just before the concert I received a GSO email stating a mask was required. Due to this unreasonable demand I chose to not attend . I am disappointed in the GSO and the church for such an unnecessary remnant requirement.

What a wonderful experience! We attended the sensory friendly concert and it was great. The instrument "petting zoo" before and after was so much fun for the kids. During the performance they explained who everyone was and their "job", and the music was beautiful. We will definitely be back soon!

The GSO encompasses the heart and soul of the Marietta GA arts community. This past Saturday's concert at Mt Zion AME Church right off The Square is a prime example of the power artistic collaboration can have. No one left that event feeling down!!

For over 40 years, I have watched the Symphony grow, develop, excel and expand. Many people have spent countless hours working to make all of this happen. Now, the Georgia Symphony Orchestra has a fine home with splendid acoustics, a fabulous conductor in Timothy Verville for the orchestra, and Brian Black for the Chorus. Last Saturday's performance was terrific. It introduced me to new music, while being able to close my eyes and appreciate hearing the final symphony. Jane McGuigan

As both a participant and an audience member my experience with the GSO and chorus has expanded my music horizons and enriched my life.

As a volunteer member in the Georgia Symphony Orchestra Chorus, I am one singer who has a front-row seat to see how hard the chorus, orchestra directors and executive director work with the board to select and promote the music. The metro-Atlanta area is truly fortunate to have two remarkably talented maestros conduct music ranging from classical to contemporary on our stage. The GSO and chorus is worth the small price of season tickets year after year!

The GSO has a music director "in tune" with the needs of the community and plans programs accordingly. The organization meets the musical needs of young and old with a collection of programming including the Youth Orchestra and Chorus, Jazz Ensemble, Chorus, and GSO Orchestra. The entire organization is made up of wonderfully talented people who love to create musical experiences for the community.

I have been singing my whole life, from church choirs as a kid and adult, college glee clubs, barbershop quartets, a capella groups and finally a symphony orchestra. It's demanding but fun, and we have become a family, especially now, that cares for each other and the community. The GSO is a group of fine professional and volunteer members -- 100-member symphony, 85-member chorus, large and growing Youth Symphony Orchestra and a Jazz Group. Our repertoire is wide-ranging from classics to jazz.

Hard times don't stop good music. Take a look at an innovative virtual performance we just finished, thanks to our Music Director and Conductors, Tim Verville and Bryan Black. Hope you love "Georgia On My Mind" (copy and. paste into your browser)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BrXZ63nOUhU&list=RDBrXZ63nOUhU&start_radio=1&t=4

I have never worked with an organization that is comprised of such universally wonderful people. I am so blessed to be a part of the GSO.

I have sung with the Georgia Symphony as my schedule allows, and the people are very friendly and there is so much talent and a variety of people from all different walks of life from professional musicians, music educators, to nurses, business professionals and everything in between! They also have sensory-friendly programs and a world-class youth program as well! Highly recommend!

If you enjoy great music in a concert venue, have you considered one of our concerts? We are a group of professionally trained community volunteers who enjoy performing through our symphony orchestra and chorus, our jazz musicians and our youth orchestra and chorus. From Brahms to Beethoven or Duke Ellington to Eric Whitacre, there's probably a music genre we perform you will thoroughly enjoy. The venues are easily accessible and reasonably priced, and have been delighting audiences for years. We enjoy what we do as many of our volunteers keep returning after 5 years, 10 years or longer . If all of this sounds appealing to you, you owe it to your musical senses to experience a performance and find out why people keep coming back:).

This is my second year singing with the GSO Chorus and I just love this organization! Along with the high musical standards set by our conductors, the GSO has created a supportive arts community. This season did not end the way any of us wanted it to and we are all disappointed by that. Yet the GSO Chorus was given a great opportunity to reach out to the community and record a virtual choir experience. Thanks to the talents of Brian Black and Tim Verville (also a tech genius!) our music is still out in the community.
It is a joy to be a part of this organization and also to support it financially. I highly recommend the GSO!

I first joined the GSO-Chorus seven seasons ago.
I am blissfully happy that I did!
Our repetoire is challenging, both as a performer and an audience member. The most important part of our oragnization, however, is heart. A desire for excellence combined with a pervasive spirit of kindness and generosity make the GSO one of my most important happy places.

I sang with the GSO a couple of years ago before my daughter’s activity schedule created a conflict. I absolutely adored it! The GSO is a family friendly organization that contributes to the local community by creating opportunities for people to create or enjoy quality music. The GSO also puts on a sensory friendly show every year! You will not go wrong with either joining this organization or by attending one of the numerous performances throughout the year!

Such a talented group, with challenging and beautiful music! It's been an honor to be a part of GSO. Great leadership and incredible knowledge of music continues to draw great musicians. Come to a concert or better yet, join this group and be among this fabulous team!

9 years ago, I started my first season with the GSO. I’ve made friends who’ve become FAMILY. I’ve made music with people who don’t care that I am not a music professional. I’m a medical social worker with a passion for singing. This passion makes its ways into my work, as I’ve sung to patients as they’ve taken their last breath and comforted their families after. We have an AMAZING group of talented musicians with us who deserve the most amount of recognition because we are amazing humans and make GREAT music together.

The Georgia Symphony Orchestra is a wonderful organization that brings beautiful music to the community. Not only does this organization give the gift of music performance, but actively engages in music education for future generations. The GSO invests in the lives of the community by being inclusive in events to include a special performance for those members of the community on the autism spectrum. I am very proud to be part of this amazing organization. "Music is the universal language of mankind"-Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

The Georgia Symphony Orchestra is a vital part of the arts community of North Georgia. For 65+ years this organization has presented high quality music through the Orchestra, Chorus, Jazz Ensemble and Youth Program (GYSO) to diverse and eclectic audiences. The Youth Educational Program is the largest in the Southeast, providing high level performance and educational opportunities beyond the students' school offerings. In addition, the GYSO program generously offers scholarships to students in need. The annual Sensory Friendly concert has made beautiful and stress-free concert experiences available to students and families who are in the autistic community or the broader network of students/adults with special needs. The organization which remains financially responsible and responsive to the community at large, has lasted through these years because of the excellent musical opportunities offered, and the vast number of partnerships formed by the creative administrative and artistic staff. I am honored to be a charter member (12 years) of the GSO Chorus and I am enriched each year by singing under the leadership of Nationally and Internationally recognized conductors, soloists and performers. The wide array of musical choices have broadened my musical knowledge and experience and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to highly rate and recommend this valuable arts non-profit organization.

Joining the GSO Chorus at its inception has brought great joy to my life! Being part of an organization that reaches out to all segments of our community is amazing. The leadership is always looking for new avenues to share music with ALL members of different backgrounds. The Sensory friendly concerts, which allow families with children needing a sensory safe in iron environment or partnering with Morehouse College brings music to all types of individuals. The Youth Orchestra is truly an inspiration where all children have the opportunity to participate in an orchestra and expand their repertoire to all types of music.

I started volunteering and singing with the GSO about ten years ago. I love the community that has evolved from such an outstanding fellowship of musicians from all walks of life. Being a part of an organization that continuously gives back to the community through the GYSO, GSYC, GSOC, and GSO Jazz in local concerts. It gives you such a since of pride just to belong as a part of The Georgia Symphony family.

I just finished my 7th season with the GSO-C. This is a lovely organization. We work hard to produce beautiful music all while having fun. Our Music Director, Tim Verville, puts together programs that are innovative while invitational. We have done breath taking and amazing things.

GSO seems committed to educate and entertain through diversity in programming, to a diverse audience. Tim Verville's high energy conducting and directing is emotionally contagious.

Bruce Gillett

As a new member of the chorus, I have enjoyed the anticipation of what works Bryan, Tim and the other geniuses will select for us to sing. When the show goes on, I am always awed and often moved to tears from my spot on the stage. The musicians are the best I have heard. They also do meaningful things throughout the year for the community, such as the Sensory Friendly concert. Highly recommend this organization.

The Georgia Symphony Orchestra made their music more accessible to people who need a sensory friendly environment. I began taking my twin boys to GSO concerts before they actually had autism friendly concerts. The concept of autism friendly events was new to GSO. Upon seeing my children enjoy their concerts while needing a bit more relaxed environment, they quickly embraced the need. Susan Stensland called me for ideas about sensory friendly concerts. We met with the local branch of Autism Speaks together and collaborated to begin annual sensory friendly concerts. Now, all people who have any form of disability or sensory needs that may react in a more vocal, kinesthetic fashion can feel free to do so in a concert setting that is relaxed. We love and appreciate GSO!

This organization is amazing. It gives people the opportunity to share their gifts with the community as well as allows the community to enjoy beautiful music.

The GSO organization is a jewel within the metro Atlanta arts community! Under the direction of Tim Verville, its talented, energetic and vers atile music director, audiences can count on enjoying high-quality, dynamic and imaginative live musical performances during each and every concert.

While the orchestra is a key component of this fine organization, it also includes the fabulous GSO chorus, GSO Jazz and GYSO—the largest youth orchestral program in the Southeast.

Be sure to check out georgiasymphony.org for the complete 2018-2019 season concert schedule. You won't be disappointed!

I enjoy singing with this group. It's a nice way to stay involved with music.

This group has been the BEST experience of my life! I love singing with a caring and supportive ensemble of professionals and with a very talented orchestra to follow. What a blessing yo be apart of this incredible family of musicians!

As classical music fans and residents of Marietta, my husband and I have truly enjoyed attending many performances of the Georgia Symphony Orchestra. Conductor Timothy Verville leads a group of very talented musicians with his compelling programs. We hope to attend many more concerts in the future.

This organization not only gives beautiful performances, but utilizes the power of the arts to create collaborations and musical experiences that boh entertain and challenge thier audiences. Music can be a powerful instrument to bring people together and work for the betterment of our society and the GSO tunes this instrument perfectly.

This is an amazing group and a great way to experience some wonderful traditional and modern music pieces. It's also a stepping stone for young musicians to perform with an orchestra.

Fabulous concerts with top-notch musicians. Highly recommend that you check them out!

I have just recently begun attending performances of the Georgia Symphony Orchestra. I can not say enough about this Orchestra. The first performance I attended was the America 4 performance. It featured 4 choirs from around the metro area, a piece written by an orchestra member and a piece never before performed in Georgia. The performance was listed as Groundbreaking and it did not disappoint. It was phenomenal; it was moving. I recently attending the May 5th Jazz Combo performance and they Jazz Combo of the Orchestra is also outstanding. I love jazz and they really brought the house down. The ended the night with Chick Corea's Spain and it was performed flawlessly. It is hard to put your heart into a well-known piece, but each member of the combo displayed their talents while still honoring the piece. That is one of the greatest things about jazz music. I anxiously await their next performance, next week at the Friday night concert series with their Pops series.

The GSO is a wonderful organization. They work hard to have significant outreach and are geographically diverse within the Atlanta greater area and extending beyond. They are diverse in their musical outreach of types of music, ensemble, programming and age ranges of the participants.

Very unique to the region. Their support of the arts is expansive and very essential.

The musicians, choices of music, management, and the facility are great. Keep up the good work.

This organization supports the arts in so many ways. They perform quality musical events which are culturally diverse by uniting many different community organizations through music. They also offer sensory friendly music concerts for the community allowing children and their families who would never be able to eat tend a Symphony concert a safe environment to do so. The GSO supports one of the largest youth symphony orchestras allowing children from all areas an opportunity to expand their music education.

The GSO has changed my life. These incredible musicians function on a higher level than many community orchestras because the organization focuses not only on performing quality repertoire, but also enriching the lives of every man, woman, and child they come in contact with. Their mission of fostering a lifelong love of the arts is noble and highly necessary.

The Georgia Symphony Orchestra, Inc. provides an opportunity to enjoy beautiful music performed by accomplished musicians under the baton of a talented conductor. Led by a skillful director, the chorus adds joy at many performances. There are Jazz Concerts to round out these musical experiences that this talented group of musicians offer to our community and beyond.

Such a great unexpected pleasure! The orchestra is phenomenal, and there isn't a bad seat in the house. What a bargain for the price. You should not miss a concert.

The music is always top notch. The conductors are passionate. This orchestra offers a high quality music experience to the community at an affordable cost.

ALWAYS a wonderful experience! I am so proud of the talent in MY ASO!

I love their community involvement. Especially the sensory friendly concert which has taken place every year for the last couple of years. This was the first year that I have been able to actually attend that concert (as I volunteer in the box office). It was great to sit in the back of the hall and watch all the attendees interactions. There were many bravos and dancing in the aisles. What an experience.

We came to Georgia from 20 years of a world class symphony, the St. Louis, and were deeply disappointed with the quality and lack of access of the Atlanta Symphony. We came across the GSO and were blown away by the quality and ability of this regional nonprofessional group. No they are not the STL, but with their new director they rival the ASO. We have also been impressed with their outreach programs into the communities to make classical music available to young and "older". The new home of the GSO is extremely easy to get to and does not have a bad seat in the house.

My daughter was a student of GYSO and GSO since 8th grade. All the staff members and instructors are very helpful. My suggestion is for everyone. One of the best in the world.

Our children are musicians in the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra. They receive excellent instruction and at a higher level than they can get at school. This program helps to perpetuate a love of classical music in the next generation. It is a priceless education, made more affordable for the average family due to donor support.

My daughter has been playing violin for GYSO since 9th grade. This is 3rd year for her. We have been blessed so much through GYSO experience. GYSO also has a very generous financial aid program. During our family's downtime, GYSO provided full scholarship for my daughter. I believe GYSO makes difference in so many young minds. Their life will be better and brighter because of GYSO.

Truly world class and very professional! Very committed to the community, schools, and the state

My daughter had shown a desire for playing the cello after we had attended a free concert. After researching options we came across a program from Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra (GYSO) sponsored by the Georgia Symphony Orchestra (GSO.) Although we are a family of modest income the GYSO has offered my daughter a scholarship to participate in the GYSO thereby fulfilling her dream of playing in the orchestra. Shes has learned a great deal playing the cello in the youth symphony, her teachers are great and the friendships she has experienced among the other students have been memorable.

We could not have afforded this wonderful opportunity for our daughter if not for the generosity of the GSO and GYSO. We appreciate all the that the teachers and administrators do for the students and families. We try to volunteer as much as possible and will continue to be part of this wonderful organization long after our daughter has graduated from the program. Music is such an integral part in the overall learning experiences for all children.

My daughter is a violinist in the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra, and has been so for three years. The GSO is an outstanding supporter of youth symphony works, and supports several levels of orchestra, based on abilities. The environment is professional and nurturing and we have been very impressed with the overall professionalism and dedication of the many teachers and professional musicians involved. My daughter plays in the symphony, the highest level, and the music played is very challenging, and the performances amazing. GSO is the largest provider of such musical teaching in the Southeast, probably one of the largest in the country. In addition, the GSO performances, whether symphonic, vocal, jazz or a mixture of all of these are consistently excellent and a great resource for our community.

The GSO is truly a great organization which is equally as enjoyable to play in as it is to watch and be entertained. From professional circus shows to easy-access concerts for children with learning disabilities, GSO goes above and beyond to impact the Cobb county and Metro Atlanta area.

My child has been part of this great organization for the last two years. She still love it in her third year now. Quality unstructures and great exposure

Fabulous organization. Fabulous Youth Orchestra with a fabulous conductor!

I'm a big fan of the GSO. They are a great beacon for the musical arts in a county that's not necessarily know for the arts. I enjoy their performances very much, partly due to their professionalism and quality but also because of the various works they tackle. They certainly don't just perform mainstream classical music and I commend them for that.

Also, my daughter is a member of their youth program and I can tell you that they do a wonderful job with the kids. They have a large program and the resources and people they dedicate towards the program is to be commended. I appreciate how much they challenge the students with the musical selections and can only imagine how difficult it must be to keep ensembles of elementary through high school students focused throughout their weekly practices.

It's a great program and I'm grateful that we can take advantage of all they offer.

Regards,
Jorge Almirall

I've been singing with the Georgia Symphony Orchestra Chorus since the chorus component was added in 2007. It's a pleasure and honor to be part of such a high calibre musical organization that performs for the community with beauty and style.

I have both sung with this group (as a collaborative effort) and been an audience. They are inclusive. The orchestra and chorus are good and present both standards as well as more adventuresome programming. They are an asset to the Cobb Co./Metro Atlanta area

We have watched this orchestra and chorus grow over the years into a top-notch professional group that stretches the boundaries to include difficult works as well as familiar favorites. We attended the Christmas Pops show this year and were most impressed by the selection of music and guest artists. Every community should have an orchestra like this one.

The GSO consistently delivers quality performances even through the leanest of economic times. Each performance is an opportunity to listen, learn and love the symphony and choral music. Not only is the GSO an outstanding Arts organization that provides enhanced quality of life in our community, the GSO gives back to the local school district through an official partnership, performances for students and employees, instruction, and opportunities for students to participate in other ways as they become college and career ready.

I have enjoyed many outstanding performances.
Top rate group!

GYSO offers a very positive experience for young musicians. My son has really enjoyed participating in practices and performances with GYSO. He has been challenged by the music and really grown as a musician.

Outstanding Youth orchestra program, exciting programming for orchestra and symphony chorus, and a terrific jazz program.

The GSO provides an excellent experience with lots of variety and professionalism. I've seen this organization grow and transform over the years and I am proud it is part of my community!

This jewel of a symphony orchestra has given us so much pleasure over the past five years we have lived here. From Casual Fridays where we learned about composers, their music, then sat in on the dress rehearsal for the next night's performance, several jazz concerts, a joyful, fun The Who program, the previous music director's final performance, and more recently a program conducted by one of the finalists for the position of new music director, we have been well entertained by this personable, talented orchestra. Tickets are reasonably priced and the venues are intimate and acoustically sound. We always enjoy attending their programs.

My son is in the chorus, and I come whenever I can. the music is wonderful.

The Georgia Symphony is an excellent example of people who come together for their love of music. Although my time with them has not been that long, I can say without a doubt the Georgia Symphony is a great community of musicians who are very skilled and talented. I hope to continue with them in the future!

The performances are wonderful and the venue is great.

I have performed with this group and attended its concerts for near 20 years now. It brings the arts the Cobb County in a way that few artistic groups can. Each performance is of the highest artistic integrity, even though well over two-thirds of the performers are non professional.

Personally speaking as a performer, I will be eternally grateful to the Georgia symphony for the opportunity to perform some of the greatest literature in orchestral music history.

Both the Georgia Symphony and their Youth Orchestra are fantastic outreach organizations for the local area, creating fine music and performances, utilizing local musicians, inspiring young people and thrilling audiences consistently. They also do outreach programs and charity events, so give them more money/awards to continue and increase their work in this area please!

Great programming and excellent musicians along with reasonable fees make attendance to their concerts most enjoyable. We highly recommend the Georgia Symphomy Orchestra.

Excellent organization contributing greatly to the Cobb County/Atlanta area and beyond

We have thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful experience that GYSO has provided our children this year.

I have been singing with the GSO Chorus for several years. Singing to me is a creative passion that allows me to continue growing in my God-given talent. It gives me great joy to be with a talented group of individuals who are directed by Brian Black, chorus conductor and the GSO's conductor, Michael Alexander. We are like one great big family who love to sing together! The level and variety of selected performed works provides a tapestry of colorful music that has depth, mystery and history that draws the audience in and captures a magic that is long lasting. Bravo to the many volunteers and staff who work tirelessly to market this Cobb County institution to the community. Together great things continue to happen that provide a positive and fun experience for all who make it a part of their social calendar.

The Georgia Symphony continues to offer expertly performed concerts for patrons and the general public. Different instrument combinations are staged depending on the works being presented. They secure wonderfully trained soloists for choral works to augment the talents of the Georgia Symphony Chorus. Their outreach to youth and adults within a wide area in Georgia continues to flourish. The Georgia Symphony is a most valuable asset to the region in the promotion of musical excellence through a well-rounded balance in programming. RT

I have sung in the GSOChorus since the group started. It is always a pleasure both to rehearse and perform under the direction of Mike. Alexander the symphony director and Bryan Black the chorus director. The concerts are varied for enjoyment of all audiences. I have sung in groups for over 40 years and this the most enjoyable for me. Keep up the good work and continue to spread the wonderful music to all of Georgia. R.E.R

It is extremely important for my husband and me to have a creative musical outlet, and the GSO & Chorus allows us to perform and serve the community with a group of talented musicians year-round. The organization continues to grow, and we are delighted and impressed with the strides being made by the organization to reach more patrons, offer more musical variety, and strengthen ties to the surrounding community. The orchestra and choir have a relationship of mutual respect and high regard. It is a warm and welcoming organization of talented and eager musicians who truly love what they do. I feel like we not only perform beautiful musical works for the Atlanta metro area, but we actually create "joy!"

I love their dedication to the world of music and to help children get exposure to it. Very conscientious and very inexpensive as compared to most music opportunities

The GSO has brought music to the community in a way that no other organization has. The concerts are wonderful and the youth programs are fun and educational. The leadership and staff are very professional and everything they do exemplifies their love for music. I first became aware of the GSO because of my children's musical interests. Now we all enjoy their concerts.

GYSO is a great organization. My son is in 7th grade and loves playing the french horn. The symphony is very well organized and high quality. Everyone involved, the conductor, the administration, the children and the parents work very hard to make this a great organization. I highly recommend GYSO to anyone with a love of music.

I attended the Stars and Stripes 4th of July Celebration with my daughters', it was a great family event, the girls were entertained and I was able to relax and enjoy the wonderful music.

King, Smyrna GA

The concerts, conductors, staff and others are just wonderful. The students are given opportunity to compose. I am very thankful to hear the music from GSO.

Music expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent.
Victor Hugo

I often think of those words which the Georgia Symphony Orchestral programs masterfully bring to our encompassing communities and which fulfills the musical experience suitable for all audience whether by its Masterworks, Jazz, or youth/choral orchestral program .

I have been involved with the Georgia Symphony as a volunteer and also instituted a scholarship program for higher education for members of our youth orchestra who portray excellence bar none

.As a educator and past director of national gifted programs we identified and implemented programs for the musically talented based on empirical data that early involvement in musical programs enhances higher thinking processes. The GYSO/C (Georgia Youth Symphony orchestra and Chorus) meets such criteria.

Dr. Mike Alexander, Symphony director, offers a unique approach by describing and engaging the audiences to the listening experience before each musical selection..

GSO is a polished gem in our musical world.

A great choral experience - with a live orchestra!
I have sung in several community choruses and nothing compares to singing with a live orchestra. Technology has made all types of music available any where on any device but that reduces it to a singular experience. I have been with the Georgia Symphony Orchestra Chorus since it started seven years ago and I will continue to sing for years to come. Because hearing music in a live setting is the optimum experience. Take that one step further - as a performer, being on stage with the orchestra and with the chorus, I'm uplifted emotionally and want to communicate that to the listening audience. Our Music Director and Choral Director always challenge us with exceptional pieces that our audiences love. Metro Atlanta and North Georgia should be thrilled to be regular attendees at our performance.