Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Celebrates New Century with Eclectic Program

Virtuoso pianist Yongtong Tan featured in Gershwin's 'Rhapsody in Blue' alongside works by Britten, Massenet, and Márquez.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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The Atlanta Community Symphony Orchestra and Artistic Director Robert Trocina will present an evening of orchestral music spanning jazz, classical, and Latin American influences. The program features piano virtuoso Yongtong Tan performing Gershwin's iconic 'Rhapsody in Blue', as well as works by Benjamin Britten, Jules Massenet, and Arturo Márquez.

Why it matters

This concert showcases the ACSO's versatility and commitment to presenting a diverse array of orchestral music that appeals to a wide audience. By blending classical tradition with American jazz and Latin rhythms, the program celebrates the orchestra's role in the cultural fabric of Atlanta.

The details

The concert will open with Britten's 'Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra', a beloved work that features narration to guide the audience through the different instrumental sections. This will be followed by Massenet's serene 'Meditation from Thaïs', which will be dedicated to cherished members of the ACSO community. The centerpiece of the program is Gershwin's 'Rhapsody in Blue', featuring acclaimed pianist Yongtong Tan. The concert will conclude with the fiery, rhythm-driven 'Danzón No. 2' by Mexican composer Arturo Márquez.

  • The concert will take place on February 8, 2026.

The players

Atlanta Community Symphony Orchestra

A community orchestra based in Atlanta, Georgia that presents a diverse repertoire of orchestral music.

Robert Trocina

The Artistic Director of the Atlanta Community Symphony Orchestra.

Yongtong Tan

A piano virtuoso who is the featured artist for the 2025 Ruth Kern Artist Series.

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What’s next

Tickets for the concert are on sale now through the ACSO website and box office.

The takeaway

This concert celebrates the ACSO's commitment to presenting a diverse array of orchestral music that appeals to a wide audience, blending classical tradition with American jazz and Latin rhythms.