Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

ASO's cellist Joel Dallow, aka The Cello Sherpa, has released his second podcast episode interviewing Manhattan School of Music's cello professor David Geber. Give it a listen at the link below: thecellosherpa.com/podcast.html

As we continue through Women's History Month, we'd like to spotlight some of the amazing women being featured in our spring concert series! #WomensHistoryMonth

Happy #StPatricksDay! It's a green day at the ASO

Congrats to Atlanta Symphony Talent Development Program alumnus Drew Alexander Forde, known as ThatViolaKid!

The inner cellist in us all is loving this new podcast hosted by the ASO's own Joel Dallow. The first episode is up now, with more to come next week. Give it a listen! www.thecellosherpa.com/podcast.html or listen on Apple Podcasts:... https://podcasts.apple.com//the-cello-sherpa-/id1557552375 About The Cello Sherpa Do you dream of someday getting to perform at Carnegie Hall, or wonder what it takes to be a professional musician? The Cello Sherpa Podcast is for anyone who enjoys the tales and scales in the life of a classical musician, or for the young classical musician who dreams big! We explore all aspects of the climb to the summit from student to the professional stage. ASO cellist Joel Dallow, aka The Cello Sherpa, interviews experts in the field covering a wide range of topics surrounding this challenging career choice and sharing inside stories and advice on every aspect of this storied profession. A resource for many, or a place to tune in for interesting stories about this fascinating way of making a living. More at www.theCelloSherpa.com or on Twitter and Instagram at @theCelloSherpa.

Have you experienced one of our Behind The Curtain concerts yet? The next virtual concert premieres on April 1st and it's no joke! Sir Donald Runnicles conducts while mezzo-soprano Kelley O'Connor lends her vocals for a night of Debussy, Wagner and more.

We're excited to announce the 2020 Atlanta Symphony Talent Development Program Musicale. Premiering on Facebook Sunday, Nov. 22, watch as Fellows of the program join forces with the dynamic trio The String Queens for a night of music not to be missed! RSVP to this Facebook event to be notified of the concert premiere.... The ASO's Talent Development Program provides rigorous training for Black and Latinx student musicians preparing for careers in classical music. Learn more at aso.org/tdp.

Ladies and gentlemen, making his ASO solo debut this Thursday... Principal Bassoon Andrew Brady. Andrew joined the ASO in 2016 and loves all things baroque, which is fitting for this Thursday's all-baroque concert premiere featuring Hertel, Bach and Handel. To learn how to view this week's concert and others, visit aso.org/membership.... #MeetAnASOMusician Andrew Brady, bassoon

Happy Veterans Day to the brave men and women who serve our country. We can't express enough how grateful we are for your bravery, selflessness and dedication to our country, not just on Veterans Day, but every day. The ASO is proud to partner with the Home Depot Foundation to offer FREE concert access to veterans, active duty and military families. Visit www.aso.org/veterans to learn more.

Drum rolls aren't only for marching bands and late-night hosts. In this week's ASO Masterclass, learn how these unique sounds have been weaved into classical music. Tune in Saturday, Nov 14, at 10am

Enjoy some beautiful music by ASO harpist Elisabeth Remy Johnson to close out your week...

This month is an all-Robert Shaw month on Georgia Public Broadcasting's ASO Archival Series. Tonight you'll hear the January 18, 1975 concert featuring Fauré, Schumann, Liszt & more. Tune in at 10pm at www.gpb.org/radio.

One week from today Principal Bassoon Andrew Brady makes ASO solo debut on the ASO's Virtual Stage. Andrew will perform a rarely heard concerto on an instrument not often featured in standard symphony repertoire. To tune in, become a member at aso.org/memberships.

After getting nearly 800 (!) submission videos, we are hard at work on putting together the final cut of The Great ASO Play-a-long. We recently chatted with Atlanta's NBC affiliate, 11Alive, about the project. Click below for their preview. https://youtu.be/aerhDVTfnqs

Do you have what it takes to be a principal player in an orchestra? Find out this Saturday at 10am when Principal Cello Rainer Eudeikis discusses all that goes into being a section leader in this ASO Masterclass video premiere. Rail Art Studios

Join us in wishing Azira G. Hill, founder of the Atlanta Symphony Talent Development Program, a very Happy 97th Birthday! Thank you for continuing to be an inspiration to us all, Mrs. Hill.

"The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra manages to keep live performance flourishing in the current, unprecedented circumstances." Read Bachtrack's full review of last Thursday's virtual concert premiere, which included the Peachtree String Quartet performing Mozart's String Quartet No. 19 and Principal Cello Rainer Eudeikis' solo debut of Haydn's Cello Concerto No. 2.

Last night was electric! Thanks to everyone who came out and showed their support during The Music of David Bowie w/ ASO! #drivein Will Strawn

Last two drive-in concerts! Tonight: #MusicofDavidBowie bit.ly/MODBowie... Tomorrow: #OldCrowMedicineShow bit.ly/OCMSDriveIn

Tomorrow night! Join the tailgate party at The Music of David Bowie featuring vocalist Tony Vincent + a full rock band + ASO. Lots open: 4:30pm Showtime: 6:00pm... To purchase tickets: bit.ly/LFTDDavidBowie