Symphony & Opera

Battle of the Batons: Six emerging conductors face off in competitive finale to Georgia Festival of Music

Houston Symphony CFO Elizabeth S. Condic named among city’s top financial leaders by Houston Business Journal

Mexican conductor Iván López Reynoso named principal conductor of The Atlanta Opera

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Emerging voices and historical legacies take center stage in 96-Hour Opera Festival, premiere of ‘Steele Roots’

Atlanta Symphony takes Athens on a cinematic journey with music of John Williams

Stormy skies and timeless myth: The Atlanta Opera’s ‘Semele’ blends Baroque and contemporary inspirations

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Q&A: Conductor Gemma New on music, mentorship, and making Atlanta home

Aristo Sham wins Gold at 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition

Atlanta Symphony wraps season with Shostakovich’s sardonic spark, Mahler’s symphonic sweep

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Q&A: Christine Brandes brings a singer’s insight to conducting The Atlanta Opera’s ‘Semele’