Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra Hosts Crescendo Concert

Free tickets available for the orchestra's season-ending performance

Mar. 22, 2026 at 10:30pm

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The Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra is hosting its annual crescendo concert, featuring a program of works by Debussy and Hovhaness, as well as a performance by the winner of the ASYO Concerto Competition. The free concert is led by ASYO Music Director William R. Langley and marks the end of the orchestra's 2025/26 season.

Why it matters

The Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra provides young musicians in the Atlanta area with the opportunity to perform classical masterworks and gain valuable experience. The crescendo concert is a highlight of the orchestra's season, showcasing the talents of its young musicians and drawing the community together to celebrate their achievements.

The details

The concert program includes Debussy's "Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun" and Hovhaness' Symphony No. 50, as well as a featured performance by the winner of the ASYO Concerto Competition. Tickets for the event are free but must be reserved in advance.

  • The concert will take place on March 22, 2026.

The players

Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra

A youth orchestra that provides young musicians in the Atlanta area the opportunity to perform classical music and gain valuable experience.

William R. Langley

The Music Director of the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra, who will be leading the orchestra in the crescendo concert.

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What’s next

Tickets for the concert must be reserved in advance through the venue's website.

The takeaway

The Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra's crescendo concert provides a valuable opportunity for young musicians to perform classical masterworks and share their talents with the community.