The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) is recognized as one of
the most creative and innovative orchestras in North America. Atlanta Symphony
serves as the cornerstone for musical performance and training far beyond
Atlanta's borders, through its various concert series and its diverse
initiatives in music education and outreach.
The Atlanta Symphony Hall at the Woodruff Arts Center in
Midtown Atlanta's Art District has been the home of the Atlanta Symphony
Orchestra since 1968.
5 Reasons to See the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
1. Since the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s founding nearly 70
years ago, the ASO and Chorus has produced 100 recordings and garnered more
than two dozen Grammy Awards.
2. Each summer, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra schedules
outdoor concerts at Atlanta's Chastain Park Amphitheatre.
3. In 2008, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra unveiled the Verizon
Wireless Amphitheatre, a 12,000-seat concert venue just north of Atlanta in
Encore Park.
4. Atlanta Symphony Orchestra pays tribute to Dr. Martin Luther
King, Jr. through its yearly King Celebration.
5. The 95-member Atlanta Symphony Orchestra presents more than
200 concerts annually, including classical, pops and family concerts.