Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ASO for me?
Absolutely! There are no barriers to attending our concerts. Our main auditorium is disability-accessible, and the diversity of the music ensures that there is something for every taste. We’ve got jazz, pops, casual classic concerts, holiday programs and of course our classical series. If you have a special need, we can probably find a way to meet it. Just let us know.
How do I get tickets?
You can call the office at (517) 264-3121, or go on this website to the concert you are interested in. There will be a link to purchase tickets there. You can reserve tickets and purchase them at the door or at our offices on the Adrian College campus.
I want a particular seat in the auditorium. Is it available?
Single tickets can be purchased online, on the phone, or in person. In all of those formats, you have the option to choose your seat from those still available at the time of purchase. For subscribers, your seats can be retained if you order before the deadline for releasing seats to the general public. For more help, call Sharon at (517) 264-3121.
How long will the concert last?
A typical concert will be divided into to halves of 30 to 40 minutes each. The Casual Classics series is a little shorter. Family Discovery Concerts are one hour in length. Except for the Family Discovery, all of our concerts have an intermission of ten to twenty minutes.
What do I wear?
If you look throughout this website, you’ll see people dressed in a wide variety of clothing. Wear what makes you feel comfortable.
When do I clap?
No musician objects to applause, but there ARE some practices that have developed over the years. They are really quite simple. If it is a single-movement work, like an overture, applaud at the end. If there are several pieces played in a series, like a concerto or a symphony, applaud after the last movement. Don’t let this concern keep you out of the hall, if in doubt, applaud with everyone else. You can’t be wrong!
Is there anything else I should know?
Arrive a few minutes early, so you can find your seat. Turn off your cell-phone. Relax and have a good time! If you have a question or need, find an usher or an ASO staff member. We’ll try to help!
I still have a few more questions. May I contact you?
Write us at info@aso.org or call (517) 264-3121. We’ll do our best to help.