Energy of the Stage
All images courtesy ASO. Portrait of Robert Spano (above) by Atlanta-based artist Jurell Cayetano. The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) recently announced its 2020-21 season. This season will be full of memorable …
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The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s 2018/19 season features more Bernstein and Beethoven, one world premiere, five ASO premieres and many new faces on the podium and as soloists.
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Maestro Spano, 56, will leave his full-time commitment but take on the title of conductor laureate, appearing regularly with the ASO.
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Principal cellist Christopher Rex and principal violist Reid Harris both joined the ASO in 1979. Rex steps away Feb. 3, Harris in June.
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For its 73rd season, the ASO gains 4 string players, 2 percussionists and 1 woodwind.
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In its 73rd season, the ASO begins a two-year commitment to B&B and welcomes Yo-Yo Ma, Kathleen Battle and Hilary Hahn as guests.
Read MoreIt’s not hyperbole to say that Hepner, who steps down May 31, has led the Arts Center through a time of significant change and success.
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A $2.5 million gift completes the $25 million Musicians’ Endowment Campaign two years ahead of schedule and will add 11 players to orchestra.
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Little, 87, believed to be the longest-tenured musician with a single orchestra, collapsed May 15 at the end of an ASO concert and died a short time later.
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ASO bassist Jane Little lost consciousness onstage near the end of Sunday’s “Golden Age of Broadway” concert and died later at Grady Memorial Hospital.
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