Mozart myths endure
Mozart’s Requiem, left uncompleted at the time of his death in 1791 at age 35, is one of classical music’s most haunting works. It has a complex history and many …
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Points of view: Rebecca Beavers
Musician interviews with ASO Insider and Program Annotator Ken Meltzer are a regular feature. This month, he talks with ASO Principal Librarian Rebecca Beavers. Tell us a bit about the …
Read MoreFrom China to Berlin (and beyond!)
With the recent announcement of its 2009-10 season, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra has set the stage for a marvelous musical journey. Let’s take a look: MILESTONES 2009-10 marks the Orchestra’s …
Read MoreA man for all music
From the very beginning of his tenure with the ASO, he knew he was going to do all he could to make sure “audiences see and hear first-class, innovative” programs. He also knew that he wanted to wear many hats. Most of all, he knew that this Orchestra would be a platform to teach young musicians, which is his passion.
Read MorePoints of view: David Arenz
Musician interviews with ASO Insider and Program Annotator Ken Meltzer are a regular feature. This month he speaks with the ASO’s Principal Second Violin: The Atlanta Symphony Associates Chair
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By Kristi Casey Sanders
Lifelong Decatur resident and perennial Indigo Girl Emily Saliers took a moment out of her busy touring schedule to talk with Encore Atlanta about life in Atlanta, her love of food and working with childhood friend Amy Ray. Next month, catch them both in concert when the Indigo Girls perform at Chastain Amphitheater…
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By Kristi Casey Sanders
Lifelong Decatur resident and perennial Indigo Girl Emily Saliers took a moment out of her busy touring schedule to talk with Encore Atlanta about life in Atlanta, her love of food and working with childhood friend Amy Ray. Next month, catch them both in concert when the Indigo Girls perform at Chastain Amphitheater…
Read MoreGrab your hairspray —The Regeneration Tour is coming to Chastain
By Taylor Dahl
The ’80s are bigger than ever right now. Fashion heavyweights H&M and American Apparel are carrying neon-colored tops and tights, along with flashy ’80s-inspired jewelry. Artists such as Britney Spears, Rihanna and Maroon 5 are pumping up the volume with dance tracks featuring 20-year-old samples. Don’t settle for “new” New Wave. Catch the originals on the Regeneration Tour, coming to Chastain Amphitheater on Aug. 29. Here’s a brief look at who you’ll see…
Read MoreThe Symphony and the silver screen
By Kelundra Smith
Ladies and gentlemen, grab your popcorn and Coca-Colas: The music of Hollywood is coming to Alpharetta. The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra is teaming up with Turner Classic Movies to celebrate some of the most unforgettable film scores ever written at the new Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park…
Read MoreClay Schell
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra General Manager of Popular Venues Clay Schell may be new to the classical music world – he joined the ASO in December 2007 – but he’s been in the entertainment business since 1977.
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