Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra Crescendo Concert

Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra Crescendo Concert

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Date
Feb 22, 2025
Event Starts
2:00PM
Venue
Atlanta Symphony Hall
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February 22, 2025
Saturday at 2:00PM

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Viva Italia! Join the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra as they take you on an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking beauty of the Italian peninsula. Experience the beautiful fountains of Rome, the grandeur of the Alps, and the serene, clear blue waters of the Mediterranean. This midseason Crescendo Concert, led by Music Director William R. Langley, will feature captivating works by John Williams, Tchaikovsky, and Respighi. Don’t miss this extraordinary musical adventure!

Tickets are free, but must be reserved in advance.

Arrive early for a performance from Franklin Pond Chamber Music. The Strelitzia Piano Trio performs Beethoven and Arensky at 1:30pm in Symphony Hall.

Program

John Williams"The Flight to Neverland" from Hook
Respighi Fontane di Roma (Fountains of Rome)
Tchaikovsky Capriccio Italien
John Williams"Flying Theme" from E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial

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Featured Artists

William R. Langley

William R. Langley

Resident Conductor and ASYO Music Director

Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra

Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra

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