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Classical Music in Atlanta
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About the Classical Music Scene in Atlanta
Atlanta’s classical music landscape offers a dynamic blend of world-class symphonic performances, intimate chamber recitals, and adventurous contemporary works. Anchored by the renowned Atlanta Symphony Orchestra at Symphony Hall, the scene extends into exceptional university programs, venues like Spivey Hall, and independent ensembles that push boundaries. Whether you’re a devoted fan of Mozart or modern composers, Atlanta’s classical scene is both rich in tradition and alive with innovation.
Critic’s Picks for Upcoming Classical Performances
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Upcoming Classical Concerts in Atlanta
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Lang Lang Performs Beethoven
09/19/2025 8:00 PM
Atlanta Symphony Hall
Experience the staggering dynamism of piano megastar Lang Lang as he returns to Atlanta for one night only. Lang Lang knocks Symphony Hall into the st...
A Night of Chopin: Yang (Jack) Gao in Recital
09/20/2025 7:00 PM
Morningside Presbyterian Church
“Chopin is the greatest of all, for with the piano alone he discovered everything,” according to Debussy. Chopin’s sorrow, joy, and tenderness in the ...
Alan Morrison, organ
09/28/2025 3:00 PM
Spivey Hall
Known for his commanding technique and deep musicality, Morrison’s performances are a feast for the ears and the soul, combining thrilling power with ...
Opening Weekend with Nathalie Stutzmann
10/03/2025 8:00 PM
Atlanta Symphony Hall
Feel the power. Music Director Nathalie Stutzmann leads an unforgettable season debut, opening with the iconic Fanfare for the Common Man, music so po...
Classical Artists and Ensembles in Atlanta
For the full Atlanta directory, see the band and musician directory.
Jamie Barton
Critically acclaimed by virtually every major outlet covering classical music, American mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton is increasingly recognized for how ...
Venues Known for Classical Music in Atlanta
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Eyedrum Art and Music Gallery
Since its inception in 1998, Eyedrum has been a diverse venue for creative arts and music programming. For years it was ground zero for Atlanta's unde...
Schwartz Center for Performing Arts
The 90,000-square-foot facility on Emory University's campus includes a world-class concert hall, a dance studio, and a theater lab.
Spivey Hall
Spivey Hall is Clayton State's Performing Arts Theater. Known for great classical and jazz performances over the years. The Center opened in 1991.
Listening Post by Doug DeLoach
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LISTENING POST: Return now to the thrilling days of 'Listening Post'
03/14/2019 1:14 PM
New chamber works and innovative instruments on tap at GSU and Georgia Tech
LISTENING POST: SoundNOW freshens spring concert calendar
03/20/2019 12:20 PM
The 4th annual SoundNOW contemporary music festival showcases Atlanta’s fertile chamber music scene
LISTENING POST: Javanese shadow puppetry brings the Mahābhārata to ‘life’
04/02/2019 12:44 PM
Emory Gamelan Ensemble hosts Javanese masters for ‘Celebration of Arjuna’
LISTENING POST: A convergence of celli
05/02/2019 2:35 PM
Cello phenoms shine in two different musical realms
Adventurous duo creates ethereal soundscapes
05/09/2019 12:27 PM
Duet for Theremin and Lap Steel are on an odyssey born of a love for non-fixed pitch improvisation
LISTENING POST: Chronicling the ‘Cabbagetown Chronicles’
06/06/2019 12:56 PM
The onetime mill town has nurtured a diverse music scene
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